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In this episode of the NRL Hunter Podcast, Travis Ishida sits down with Hamilton Boykin of Leica and NRL Hunter competitor and match director Seth McAnally to discuss the new Leica Geovid Max. They break down the Geovid Max's faster ranging, brighter display, customizable HUD, target-selection modes, and integrated ballistic capabilities. Hamilton and Seth also discuss how these features translate to NRL Hunter competition and real-world hunting, where quickly gathering accurate information can make a difference. The conversation covers Applied Ballistics, wind corrections, mapping and pin dropping, Leica's warranty and durability, and the lessons Leica has learned from NRL Hunter competitors. Plus, hear about the Geovid Max launch, pricing, giveaway, and what's ahead for NRL Hunter in 2027. Episode Index 02:59 – Introducing the Leica Geovid Max 04:03 – What's New: Range, Display & Speed 07:23 – Customizable HUD & Target Modes 08:58 – Seth's Real-World Experience 12:51 – Why Speed Matters in NRL Hunter 17:21 – Pricing & Applied Ballistics 18:48 – Connected Devices & Mapping 19:45 – Pin Dropping & Compass Accuracy 25:32 – Mapping in Real-World Hunting 28:06 – Leica Warranty & Registration 32:15 – Durability & Waterproofing 37:14 – Geovid Max Giveaway 39:09 – Leica at NRL Hunter Matches 42:01 – Building a Complete Gear System 44:32 – Looking Ahead to NRL Hunter 2027 46:43 – Hunting & Family 48:36 – Final Geovid Max Takeaways Links: • Leica Sport Optics Geovid Max: https://leica-camera.com/en-US/product/leica-geovid-max-10x42 If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S6 E5” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague

In this episode of the NRL Hunter Podcast, Travis Ishida sits down with the team behind NRL Hunter South Africa—President Ben Richardson, logistics and media coordinator Lindi Richardson, and professional hunter and competitor Rynhardt Roux. They discuss how NRL Hunter has grown across South Africa over the past five seasons, the unique challenges and opportunities of international competition, and how practical rifle skills translate directly into ethical hunting. The conversation also explores the differences between hunting in South Africa and the United States, the importance of mastering your equipment, and why South Africa has become one of the most exciting destinations for hunters and competitors alike. Plus, learn about the South African competitors heading to the NRL Hunter Grand Slam, the African Safari prize package, future international expansion, and what visitors can expect when they travel to South Africa for competition or a once-in-a-lifetime hunting adventure. Episode Index 01:00 – Background NRL Hunter South Africa 04:30 – How NRL Hunter South Africa Differs from the U.S. 09:30 – Building a Family-Friendly Shooting Community 13:45 – Why Hunters Should Compete 18:00 – Lessons Learned Through Competition 22:30 – Knowing Your Gear: Skills Over Equipment 27:30 – Tripods, Position Building & Practical Hunting Skills 35:00 – Hunting in South Africa: Myths vs. Reality 43:30 – African Sunset Safaris & the Grand Slam Safari Prize 50:45 – The NRL Hunter Africa Raffle Experience 53:00 – Growing NRL Hunter Internationally 56:00 – South Africa's Top Competitors Head to the Grand Slam 1:00:30 – Training Plans, International Collaboration & 2027 1:03:30 – Visiting South Africa for Competition & Hunting 1:13:20 – Final Thoughts & Where to Learn More Links: • NRL Hunter, South Africa - https://www.nrlhuntersa.org • 2026 Grand Slam, USA - https://www.nrlhunter.org/matches/d3eee7a4-acbd-4264-a10f-6a5deff843a3 • African Sunset Safaris - https://africansunsetsafaris.co.za • Win a Luxury African Family Experience - https://nrlhgear.com/products/luxury-african-family-experience If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S6 E4” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 6 August 2026

On today’s episode, Rick IY6C joins Travis Ishida for a wide-ranging conversation covering competition shooting, hunting, van life, and the authentic community behind the precision rifle world. From retiring after 31 years in the fire service to traveling the country competing in matches, Rick shares how he got into precision rifle sports later in life and why “the next match is my practice.” The conversation dives into gear that works, lessons learned from mistakes on the clock, setting goals for upcoming events, and the value of showing the screw-ups—not just the highlight reels—on his YouTube channel. Rick and Travis also discuss hunting backgrounds, seeing different parts of the world through competition, and why the people in this community keep them coming back. NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about precision rifle competition, personal growth, learning through failure, and the community behind the sport on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:39 – Meet Rick IY6C: From Fire Service to Competition Life • 06:28 – Getting Started in Precision Rifle Competition • 11:13 – The Mindset Shift • 15:12 – Gear, Setups & What Actually Works for Rick • 20:19 – Learning From Mistakes: NDs, Misses & Match Pressure • 32:37 – Goal Setting & Preparing for Upcoming Matches • 34:31 – Rick’s Hunting Background & Field Experience • 38:25 – Travel, Van Life & Seeing the World • 42:52 – Building an Authentic Community in the Shooting Sports • 46:00 – Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks Links: • Hunter profile - https://www.nrlhunter.org/profile/rickiy6c_621 • Rick’s YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/Isyour6covered • Rick’s Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/isyour6covered • Rick’s Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068091241735 If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S6 E3” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 15 May 2026

On today’s episode, Rich Emmons joins Travis Ishida for a wide-ranging conversation on the NRL Hunter Podcast – from the evolution of competitive shooting organizations to the growth of hunter-style matches, the upcoming 2026 Rough Creek Hunter’s Revenge in Glen Rose, TX, hunting experiences, new rules, and more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about the new hunter event in TX, hunting stories, new season rules, future ideas, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:59 – Rich Emmon’s Background • 13:19 – Birth of NRL Hunter • 17:57 – Back in the Game • 25:52 – Teams aspect of the Sport • 28:38 – Communication and Time Management • 40:35 – Rough Creek Hunter’s Revenge • 46:36 – Weather in this Game • 49:53 – Hunting season recap • 1:29:48 – 2026 NRL Hunter Rules and Future Ideas • 1:50:00 – OGs and Innovation • 1:56:22 – Hunter Games • 1:58:55 – Closing and last remarks Links: • 2026 Rough Creek Hunter’s Revenge - https://www.nrlhunter.org/matches/708ac037-8a27-44d0-8e9c-313c619c1283 If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S6 E2” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 21 February 2026

On today’s episode, Aaron Martin joins Travis Ishida for a wide-ranging conversation on the NRL Hunter Podcast – from the upcoming Ruger American Long Hunter Challenge to the Ben Franklin Range, epic hunts (hello, Marco Polo sheep), and bringing the next generation into the field. NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about the new hunter event in PA, unforgettable adventures, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:43 – Aaron Martin’s Background • 07:16 – Mindset from military to hunting • 12:15 – Insight into the Ruger American Long Hunter Challenge • 15:12 – Match Design; Hunting in east in comparison to west • 20:12 – Ben Franklin Range Lodging & Campus • 22:30 – Aaron’s latest adventurous hunt • 32:53 – NRL Hunter taught how to be ready • 42:24 – Marco Polo Sheep choice • 50:04 – Topping next adventure • 52:04 – Introducing firearms to kids the right way • 55:42 – Memorable year and 1st hunting experiences • 1:00:15 – Closing and last remarks on Ruger American Long Hunter Challenge Links: • Ruger American Long Hunter Challenge - https://www.nrlhunter.org/matches/58ea800e-919e-488d-8ad2-48ecf13b7a71 • Ben Franklin Range - https://benfranklinrange.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S6 E1” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague

On today’s episode, Brandon Maddox joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about hunting with suppressors, crossing state lines, accessibility, buyer options, and more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Silencer Central, the buyer’s process, establishing a trust, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:43 – Brandon Maddox’s Background • 07:07 – Hunting with suppressors • 10:48 – Accessibility; technology • 16:38 – Manufacturing • 24:24 – 3D prints • 29:00 – Evolution • 35:13 – Market drive and pricing • 39:00 – First-time buyer options • 43:22 – Across state lines • 44:57 – Establishing a trust • 50:08 – Future of Silencer Central • 55:44 – Closing Links: o Silencer Central - https://www.silencercentral.com/ o BANISH line - https://www.silencercentral.com/shop/silencers/brand/banish o BUCK 30 - https://www.silencercentral.com/buck30/ o BANISH 30 GOLD - https://www.silencercentral.com/products/banish-30-gold o BANISH 30 - https://www.silencercentral.com/products/banish-30 o BANISH 22 - https://www.silencercentral.com/products/banish-22 o Event Schedule - https://www.silencercentral.com/events/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S5 E4” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague

On today’s episode, Tyler Grethen joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about Weatherby, its Model 307, Builders Action, and more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Weatherby, it’s fit and finish, what’s next, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 01:25 – Tyler Grethen’s Background • 05:43 – Model 307, accommodating vast offerings; “Legos” • 09:30 – Builders Action; next evolution • 13:07 – Production line; custom rifle feel • 14:40 – NRL Hunter concept with Weatherby • 16:40 – Traditional hunting rifle; Evolution • 18:35 – Building confidence; controlling the process • 20:21 – Ethical Range (omit: distance, insert: time, effort, knowledge) • 24:25 – Physical fitness; control the controllables • 29:40 – Midwest hunting; different levels of satisfaction • 31:45 – Outdoorsman; Lead by example; Next generation > Spark curiosity • 35:51 – Ethos: exist to inspire hunters and shooters • 38:47 – In-the-field; evolution of your hunting journey • 45:49 – Bucket list hunt • 52:19 – What’s next; breadcrumbs • 57:20 – Weatherby in NRL Hunter scene • 1:00:22 – Closing Links: o Weatherby - https://weatherby.com/ o Mark V - https://weatherby.com/rifles/mark-v/ (hunting) o Vanguard - https://weatherby.com/rifles/vanguard/ (hunting) o Model 307 - https://weatherby.com/rifles/model-307/ (cross-over; hunting >competition) o Builders Action - https://weatherby.com/store/model-307-builders-action/ o Evolution of a hunter - https://infographicjournal.com/evolution-of-a-hunter/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S5 E3” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague

On today’s episode, Hamilton Boykin joins Travis Ishida LIVE at the 2025 Western Hunt Expo have a great conversation about Leica, its riflescope lines, reticles, binoculars, rangefinders, integrations, and more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their gear, overall capabilities & limits, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Leica, what it means for the NRL Hunter community, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:31 – Hamilton Boykin’s Background • 02:48 – 3 Leica Lines most appealing for this community • 09:15 – Progression of the Geovids; Applied Ballistics Elite & Latest Integrations • 25:35 – Laser beam divergence; effectiveness with fog & snow • 30:40 – Rangemaster ecosystem; handheld rangefinder • 35:48 – User experience • 41:56 – What’s next for Leica? • 46:08 – Thermal imaging technology • 49:33 – Large offerings & involvement in NRL Hunter Links: o Leica - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/sport-optics/hunting o Amplus riflescope line - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/leica-amplus-6 o PRS riflescope line - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/sport-optics/scopes/prs o Geovid Pro AB+ rangefinder - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/product/leica-geovid-pro-10x42-ab o Geovid Pro - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/sport-optics/hunting/rangefinders/leica-geovid-pro o Rangemaster - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/sport-optics/hunting/rangefinder/leica-rangemaster o Thermal imaging technology - https://leica-camera.com/en-US/leica-calonox-2 If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S5 E2” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 26 March 2025

On today’s episode, William Righter, Mike Lilly, Sarah Beard, Nick Mowrer join Travis Ishida LIVE at the 2025 PRO-AM to have a great conversation about the concept, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about the NRL Hunter PRO-AM event, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:33 – William Righter, Mike Lilly, Sarah Beard, and Nick Mowrer’s Background • Mike Lilly (Pro) partnered with Sarah Beard (Am) • 02:31 – PRO-AM dynamic • 08:16 – NRL Hunter’s 1st PRO-AM Concept • Hands on training; amateur-friendly outreach & growth of this sport • Get designated helper in PRO-AM vs Skills division • Microwave Mac n’Cheese • 12:31 – Helping AMs source gear • 16:48 – RO strategy going into Day-2; helping AMs • 26:32 – Taking NRL Hunter skill sets to the field/real-world • 32:04 – Continuing a rotating PRO-AM concept • 38:40 – Words of Wisdom Links: o 2025 NRL Hunter PRO-AM – https://nrlhunter.org/match/nrl-hunter-pro-am o Upcoming NRL Hunter events - https://nrlhunter.org/matches If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, or insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S5 E1” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 29 January 2025

On today’s episode, Sarah Stallone, Kevin Garcia, and Sterling Cook joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about the Alaskan Wilderness Hunter event coming during the 2025 NRL Hunter season, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about the Alaskan Wilderness Hunter event, Alaska’s uniqueness, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:23 – Sarah Stallone, Kevin Garcia, and Sterling Cook’s Background • 02:35 – NRL Hunter destination hunter events • 05:00 – Alaska’s beauty and harshness; Terrain/Weather Expectations • 15:11 – Ammo for the event; pickup or transporting • 19:07 – Local ranges; shooting opportunities • 20:54 – Travel logistics; lodging & car rentals • 24:14 – Salmon Runs; Halibut Fishing with Salt Water Safaris Charter Boat • 28:17 – The Match; 2025 Alaskan Wilderness Hunter • 29:39 – Pistol stage; Background and Bear Safety Briefing • 36:50 – Fishing opportunities; renowned creeks and rivers • 39:59 – Best of Alaska; Wildlife • 41:05 – Alaska FAQs • 53:45 – Uniqueness of 2025 Alaskan Wilderness Hunter • 58:40 – MDs’ traveling season • 1:01:16 – Summary • 01:11:20 – Sponsorship availability Links: o Alaskan Wilderness Hunter: https://nrlhunter.org/2025-alaskan-wilderness-hunter/ o Artic Ammo and Reloading Supplies, LLC: 907-357-3381 / Facebook o Salt Water Safaris: https://saltwatersafari.com/ o NRL Hunter Charter Boat (Tuesday after): o Disability Accommodations @ Match: email [email protected] o Danali National Park Tours: https://www.denaliparkvillage.com/tours/the-denali-tour-experience/ o Long Range Shooters of Alaska: https://www.lrsalaska.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E7” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 31 December 2024

On today’s episode, Andrew Oliver joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about Montana Knife Company, blade recommendations, collaborations, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Montana Knife Company, hunting, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 01:24 – Andrew Oliver’s Background • 03:08 – Genesis of Montana Knife Company • 06:55 – Recommended hunting knife • 08:40 – Demand for Brand • 11:54 – Montana Knife Co & NRL Hunter origin story • 17:40 – Andew’s Rifle Build • 20:23 – Elk hunting • 21:50 – Young Gun talent • 24:00 – Reaching hunters • 26:36 – Cross pollination, Refining Skills • 28:54 – 2025 NRL Hunter Season • 33:58 – Hunting Season • 36:40 – Industry events • 38:08 – Montana Knife Company direction • 40:41 – Collaborations • 41:56 – Closing Words Links: o Montana Knife Company – https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ o Blackfoot – https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/blackfoot-2-0-in-stock o Speedgoat - https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/collections/the-speedgoat-blade If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E6” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 11 October 2024

On today’s episode, Sam McGuire joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about McGuire Ballistics, SMC Guide Service, central California hunting, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about copper bullets and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:41 – Sam McGuire’s Background • 03:05 – What is McGuire Ballistics? • 05:23 – What makes the projectiles more unique? • 9:01 – Talk numbers…barrel length, fps, load development, etc. • 21:30 – Hunting vs Match-grade • 25:08 – Hunting Guide > Ballistics • 29:35 – Pig hunting in Central California • 53:45 – McGuire Ballistics in-the-field; Copper Bullets • 56:40 – Hunting Community • 59:38 – More on McGuire Ballistics and Booking Hunts Links: o McGuire Ballistics – https://www.mcguireballistics.com/ o SMC Guide Service – https://www.facebook.com/SmcGuideService/ o Preferred Barrels – https://preferredbarrelblanks.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E5” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 4 September 2024

On today’s episode, Mark Huelsing joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about Exo Mtn Gear, love of backpack and mountain hunting, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Mark, epic adventures, hunting advice, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 01:06 – Mark Huelsing’s Background • 06:57 – Involvement with Exo Mtn Gear • 16:13 – Midwest Hunter > Epic Adventures • 20:30 – Love of Backpack and Mountain Hunting • 22:22 – Solo vs Group Adventures • 24:56 – Back country hunting advice; Trim down learning curve • 33:45 – Sheep Hunting • 43:05 – Where to go from here; After the Pinnacle • 49:24 – Youth Hunters • 53:25 – Bow Hunter or Rifleman; Preference • 58:50 – Future of Hunting • 01:11:36 – Closing Link: o EXO MTN GEAR - https://exomtngear.com o Hunt Back Country podcast – https://exomtngear.com/pages/the-hunt-backcountry-podcast If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E4” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 7 May 2024

On today’s episode, Tyler Beckley joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about the upcoming 2024 MDT Canadian Rocky Mountain Hunter event, Hunting in Canada, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about Tyler, his hunting event in Canada, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:40 – Tyler Beckley’s Background • 03:30 – Father/Son Hunters and Youth performance • 06:27 – Bringing NRL Hunter to Canada in 2024; MDT Canadian Rocky Mountain Hunter • 10:08 – Guidance for Americans going into Canada • 15:51 – On-site facility social aspect • 19:27 – Availability for spot-n-stock 4-5 day Black Bear hunt, Skiing, and Golf • 25:30 – Transporting harvest back to the US • 35:00 – New Shooters; Skills Division • 41:00 – Archery • 45:00 – Acceptance of Canadian Hunting • 51:50 – Non Resident; Quota System • 55:10 – Match Title Sponsor, MDT • 58:00 – Vendors and Products to try Link: o MDT Canadian Rocky Mountain Hunter - https://nrlhunter.org/matches-2024/24-14/ o Importing Firearms into Canada - https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/wam/media/2347/original/d369a605ac3363b569af5ea5dc40c88d.pdf o Three Bars Ranch - https://www.threebarsranch.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E3” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 28 March 2024

On today’s episode, Ken Trapp joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about Salmon River Solutions (SRS), Hunting, and much more! NRL HUNTER is a series of competitions for hunters by hunters. It brings ethical hunters together in an innovative, competitive format for new and seasoned hunters to learn about their skills, gear, overall capabilities, and about local hunting terrains. Hear more about SRS on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: • 00:48 – Ken Trapp’s Background • 01:44 – Innovative Products • 05:08 – Salmon River Solutions (SRS)’s Start & Growth • 08:26 – Understanding Muzzle Breaks • 12:48 – Ken’s Hunting Experiences • 30:13 – Rifle Setup • 34:00 – Matches to Real World • 39:08 – Where to find SRS • 41:40 – SRS at NRL Hunter events Link: Salmon River Solutions - https://www.salmonriversolutions.com If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to us on Soundcloud or iTunes for more episodes and write us a review! Share this episode with anyone interested in all things Hunting. Do you have questions, comments, insight on the topics discussed today? Shoot an email to [email protected] with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 E2” Follow Us On: Website: https://nrlhunter.org/ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nrl-hunter-podcast/id1549731175 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nrlhunter Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4iUZ7wGSFtvrcpzRNJWsWb?si=XrSdnol1QnGJRPmrZpHCdA&nd=1 FB Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nrlhuntercommunitygroup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nrlhunter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NationalRifleLeague Release date: 7 February 2024