BORN PRIMITIVE OUTDOOR PODCAST

This week we are joined by our long time friend and fellow photographer TJ Perez.  TJ has been pursuing the photography game for a little over a decade, doing everything portraits, product photography, outdoor lifestyle and more along the way.  Over the years, TJ has really taken his photography to a whole new level, becoming a force in the indoor product and food and drink photography realms.  With his knowledge and use of lightin...

Aron welcomes long time friend and stickbow legend Randy Cooling back to the podcast!  He and Aron talk shop on the traditional archery world, Randy's company SafariTuff, and even dive into some of the hunts Randy has gone on and some of the pitfalls of going into the hunt with traditional equipment.  Had a great time catching up with Randy and hearing all about what hes been up to!  

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Aron welcomes outdoor videographer and content creator Grady Rawls to the podcast.  Grady has been in the outdoor industry for several years now and offers some insight into what makes quality content, not only for shows and television but for social media and non-traditional media platforms.  Grady and Aron dive into his background as a high-end wedding videographer to putting on a school that teaches folks about becoming a camera...

Aron is joined by long time friend Larry Bartlett of Pristine Ventures. Larry was the hunt planner for our guest on episode 70, and we wanted to get Larry's perspective on the podcast, and offer him a chance to inform folks on things to consider when doing a trip like a 14 day Alaskan Moose float trip. Larry is a wealth of knowledge and we are glad to have him come on and provide some insight!

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We are back from the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo, and we have Aron going over some of the questions he has gotten on social media, emails, and DMs.  From the announcement of the pack line, his thoughts on Peptides, upcoming hunts, and more.  

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Aron welcomes right-hand-man Kurt Gamache back to the show to discuss all the things that we have cooking over at Born Primitive Outdoor.  From teasing the new backpack line, to the zero-drop barefoot boot, to the educational courses through BP Academy, we are full steam ahead with a full plate of exciting stuff going on.  From product development to testing and implimentation, to upcoming courses and classes, we are all gas, no br...

Aron welcomes Justin Birthisel to the show today to talk about his Alaskan Mosse Hunt that went horribly awry. A once in a lifetime float trip for Alaskan Moose is something most guys dream about, including Justin and his buddy.  Unfortunately the adventure turned out to be more of a nightmare, including swollen rivers, bears, lackluster service, and more.  If it could go wrong, it just about did for the boys on this trip!  Appreci...

This week Aron welcomes long time friend Petra Hilleberg to the podcast.  Petra and her family started Hilleberg Tents, the premier tent manufacturer around and the one Aron trusts when it truly matters.  Petra and Aron catch up and talk shop on what sets Hilleberg apart from all other tent manufacturers on the market. From fabric to design to poles and stakes, Hilleberg is the tent you trust when your life is on the line.  Great t...

Where do we even start with this one!  Chaos erupts as these three get together for an all around good time!  Aron is joined by his friends Cody Greenwood and Chris Parrino, both accomplished in traditional archery. The conversation is a mix of humor and serious discussion about their experiences and expertise in archery and hunting. They delve into topics such as the technical aspects of archery, the evolution of equipment, and pe...

Aron welcomes fly fishing legend Kelly Galloup back to the podcast.  They play catchup and talk about some guiding and fishing stories, various fishing techniques and overall etiquette on and off the water.  Always a blast chatting it up with Kelly Galloup. 

Be sure to check out the video of this podcast, available on the Born Primitive Outdoor YouTube channel.

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Aron welcomes long time friend Cody Greenwood from the Trad Lab back to the podcast.  He and Aron talk all things traditional archery and debunk some of the myths and misconceptions that are brought about from social media around shooting a strugglestick.  They talk everything from bows to arrows, shooting and techniques, all the way down to the animals that they've taken and the misses that are rarely talked about openly.  Great c...

We are back with our monthly installment of Q&A with Aron Snyder, where he goes over some of the better questions from his social media, texts, and email in just a little more depth.  From fitness to nutrition, packing lists and possibles pouches, here are some of the latest and greatest from the Aron Snyder inbox!

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We are back this week with Wyoming guide and outfitter Blake Chamley of Chamley Outfitting.  Blake has led a pretty storied life of guiding and outfitting in the backcountry of Wyoming.  With a passion for the impressive Rocky Mountain Big Horn, he has led many fortunate hunters into the mountains to chase these impressive creatures. Aron and Blake met a few years ago, and though they weren't fast friends, they have quickly forged...

We welcome BP Academy Instructor Daniel "Wally" Wallace back to the podcast.  Kicking off the Academy Season with a sold out Intro to Land Nav course, we move right along into the next class that is Intro to Bow and Rifle Setups.  Wally and Aron go over the curriculum that will include one day of bow setup and one day of rifle setup.  From mounting sights and optics, to leveling and axis adjustments, to bullet and arrow selection, ...

Aron welcomes brothers Josh and Chris Neville to the the podcast.  They are the minds behind the new Backcountry Stove System over at Roughridge Stove Company.  They are designing a stove system for hunters by hunters. Rather than having to piece together or "Frankenstein" cook system, they opted to design their own from the ground up.  All current options were either too heavy, too bulky, or just weren’t built to handle the condit...

Aron covers down on some of the questions he's getting on shelters, and gives us a quick overview of the various types of shelters and when you want to use each one.  Questions like what's the difference between 3 and 4 season shelters.  When is a Bivy a good option?

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Marsupial Gear || www.marsupialgear.com

Montana Knife Company || www.montanaknifecompany.com

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Aron welcomes a legend in the bushcraft and survival community, Dave Canterbury to the podcast. Dave is a prominent survival expert, educator and author known for popularizing modern bushcraft and wilderness self-reliance. He is most recognized for his appearance on the reality TV series Dual Survival and for founding the Pathfinder School, where he teaches his "5 Cs of Survivability", as well as many other aspects of bushcraft and...

Aron welcomes Bill Coffin and Jared Strang to this weeks podcast.  Aron guided Bill and Jared on a backcountry elk hunt in Wyoming after the outfitter, Blake Chamley, broke his back during a horse accident.  They have a great time recounting the hunt and the camp shenanigans that ensued. 

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Marsupial Gear || www.marsupialgear.com

Montana Knife Company || www.montanaknifecompany.co...

Aron goes over some of his gift ideas for the hard-to-shop-for outdoorsmen and women in your life!  Gifts of all different categories and prices, but sure to be a hit underneath the tree or in a stocking this holiday season.  Head on over to the Born Primitive Outdoor Gear Garage on Amazon to check out this and many of our other gear lists!  Also be sure to check out the video podcast on YouTube!  Link below and in bio! Born Primi...