NRL HUNTER PODCAST

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 prforce@nrlhunter.org 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 prforce@nrlhunter.org 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 prforce@nrlhunter.org 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 prforce@nrlhunter.org 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 prforce@nrlhunter.org 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 kevin@lrsalaska.com 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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 travis@nrlhunter.org 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

On today’s episode, the Miernicki family, Ted, Tyler, and Trey join Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about Young Guns, Gear, 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 this family’s experience in NRL Hunter and more on the Podcast! Index: • 00:13 – Miernicki Family Introduction; Tyler, Trey, Ted Miernicki • 01:05 – Young Guns (YGs) Classification and getting started • 04:50 – Youth Interest • 08:55 – Gear the YGs run • 20:57 – Community and Individual’s Growth • 22:23 – Opening Weekend Elk Hunt • 30:10 – Field dressing and Processing • 32:09 – 2024 Season events • 36:50 – RO’ing and the mental aspect • 50:33 – Favorite events • 55:08 – Shooting as a Team • 01:02:33 – Goals for this Season • 01:08:20 – Rifle Build option 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S4 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: 19 January 2024

On today’s episode, Marshal Sip joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about their latest Idaho hunt, things they learned, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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 their road trip, the adventures on their Central Idaho hunt, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:41 – Road trip adventure 05:45 – Basecamp for Deer Hunting 10:09 – Sunday. Opportunities for Glassing; Trails & Recon 22:20 – Monday. 25:40 – Tuesday. Fish & Game Key, Hells Canyon 27:40 – Wednesday. 31:08 – 3-Day Hunting Pack; Backcountry 37:21 – Basecamp for Elk Hunting 47:20 – Thursday. Big decisions for the Elk Hunt 1:12:00 – Heading back; Open Minded 1:30:16 – Closing and takeaway Links – - On X Maps – https://www.onxmaps.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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 E9” 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: 27 November 2023

On today’s episode, Bennie Cooley joins Travis Ishida to have a great conversation about his platform and equipment, how he locates targets, hunting season, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about hunter Bennie Cooley’s journey, his gear, how the sport translates to hunting, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:53 – Bennie Cooley’s Background 03:12 – Factory platform that has brought success • NRL- PH2 08:06 – “True up”; Ballistics Software • Hornady 4DOF (4 Degrees of Freedom) • Applied Ballistics 13:20 – Shooting off of a Tripod • Buy the best that you could afford 18:27 – Transition from 3Gun to NRL Hunter 22:07 – Skills Division 26:17 – Range Finders; Loaner Gear Program 29:12 – Privilege paying it forward 33:30 – Locating Targets 38:06 – Equipment 42:06 – Translating to Hunting; Setting up on the fly 47:25 – 2024 Season of matches and Grand Slam 53:12 – Predator Hunting 01:02:52 – Closing and takeaway Links – - Bennie Cooley - http://benniecooley.com - Seekins Precision - https://seekinsprecision.com - Hornady Ballistics App - https://www.hornady.com/4dofapp - Applied Ballistics App - https://appliedballisticsllc.com - RRS Soar Tripods – https://rrssoar.com/tripods - SIG Sauer Range Finders - https://www.sigsauer.com/electro-optics/rangefinders/binoculars.html - 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 E8” 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: 20 November 2023

On today’s episode, Kelsey Schuetz joins Travis Ishida for a great conversation around being a female hunter, working as a team, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about hunter Kelsey Schuetz’s journey, overcoming intimidation, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:29 – Kelsey Schuetz’s Background 04:44 – Female Hunters; All-In 08:04 – Overcoming Intimidation 11:05 – Oh shit moment 13:44 – Any disadvantages being a female competitor? 16:01 – Why decide to become an RO at NRL Hunter? 19:50 – Working as a Team 27:05 – Rifle Build 29:58 – Ladies Division & Involvement 33:01 – Coaching Division 35:30 – Gear 37:01 – Kelsey’s hunting experience 42:42 – Closing and takeaway 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 13 November 2023

On today’s episode, Terry Diston joins Travis Ishida for a great conversation around hunters’ experience at NRL Hunter events and applying it to the real world, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about hunter Terry Diston’s journey, the gear he uses, how he applies what he learns in the real world, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:41 – Terry Diston’s Background 04:57 – First NRL Hunter experience; Going into it and the Outcome 07:55 – Experience to Real World; Crossover Applications 12:43 – Gear used at Hunter Match 17:25 – Competitive & Hunting rifle; Browning 22:03 – Performance at the event 35:09 – Husband/Wife, Father/Daughter, etc in TEAM Division 37:30 – Words of Wisdom; Learning Capabilities 40:25 – Hunting Season 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 6 November 2023

On today’s episode, William Righter joins Travis Ishida to talk about the appeal of NRL Hunter, hunting and competition gear, RTR Precision, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about hunter William Righter’s journey, RTR Precision, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:39 – William Righter’s Background 04:05 – What drew him to NRL Hunter? 05:45 – Hunting as a Team; Getting more involved 09:17 – Hunting Background; Horseback backcountry hunting 12:10 – Family involvement; Blind Stages 17:33 – Season Gear; meeting hunting vendors 40:00 – Support and community 41:35 – Leofoto Retailer; Affiliate Code 45:00 – RTR Precision; “Right Time” Righter 49:50 – Hunting Gear and NRL Hunter competitions 56:51 – Appreciation 59:58 – Big Game Hunting; Alaska event 01:02:03 – Traveling Adventures and new Places; Connections Links – - Army/AMU – https://www.goarmy.com/army-marksmanship-unit.html - SIG Sauer Binos – https://www.sigsauer.com/electro-optics/rangefinders/binoculars.html - SIG Sauer Cross – https://www.sigsauer.com/sig-cross-rifle.html - Battle Hawk Armory – https://battlehawkarmory.com - Leupold Mark 5HD – https://www.leupold.com/shop/riflescopes/series/mark-5hd-rifle-scopes - Manners Stocks – https://mannersstocks.com - Leofoto USA - https://leofotousa.com - RTR Precision - https://www.instagram.com/rtr_precision - RRS Soar - https://rrssoar.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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 27 October 2023

On today’s episode, Marshal Sip joins Travis Ishida to talk about an upcoming Idaho deer and elk hunt, Preferred Barrel Blanks, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about Marshal Sip, their trip logistics and what they are packing, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:38 – Marshal Sip’s Background 03:32 – Trapping Varmint 06:55 – Science behind the hunting 10:12 – Idaho Buck & Bull hunt; Custom Rifle Build 17:10 – Trip logistics; Idaho Hunting Tags 23:30 – Elk Hunting Experience 26:47 – Experience he hopes to Gain; Packing 29:54 – Breakdown of Food List 33:39 – 2024 NRL Hunter Season 35:19 – Creedmoor components 38:42 – Lead times and more at Preferred Barrel Blanks 43:10 – Tags this season Links – - Preferred Barrel Blanks – https://preferredbarrelblanks.com - Hornady – https://www.hornady.com/ammunition - Cool Bean Knives – https://www.instagram.com/coolbeansknives - Kuiu Tents – https://www.kuiu.com/collections/tents - Peak Refuel - https://peakrefuel.com - Liquid IV - https://www.liquid-iv.com - Sawyer Water Filters - https://www.sawyer.com/product-categories/water-filtration 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 21 October 2023

On today’s episode, Justin Garay joins host Travis Ishida to talk about field-style events, necessary gear for NRL Hunter events, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about hunter Justin Garay’s journey, his gear, how he locates targets, and more on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 00:47 – Justin Garay Background 02:58 – Field-style events; Competition Dynamics 08:10 – 2023 Savage Backcountry Xtreme Hunter 09:30 – Physical Shape for Field-style events and Backcountry Hunting 12:21 – Process to locate targets 13:48 – Binos / Range Finders 17:17 – Gathering Data / Field Mapping 24:15 – Necessary Gear for an NRL Hunter event 34:00 – Reloading/SD, Impressive Shooters 46:00 – Red American Cerakote & a push to overcome 53:45 – Closing and takeaway Links – - Competition Dynamics – http://competition-dynamics.com - 2023 Savage Backcountry Xtreme Hunter - http://competition-dynamics.com/savage-backcountry-xtreme-hunter-2023 - SIG Sauer 10K - https://www.sigsauer.com/kilo10k-abs-hd.html - Chris Way’s Podcast, The Straight DOPE - https://open.spotify.com/show/0AQBI51PFkk8AcoQJGaX4V - Red American Cerakote - https://www.instagram.com/redamericancerakote/ 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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 19 June 2023

On today’s episode, Josh Botha joins host Travis Ishida to talk about dedicated MDT products, the evolution of chassis systems, hunting in Canada, and much more! NRL HUNTER Presented by SIG SAUER, 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. Learn more about MDT, hunting experiences, and more, on the NRL Hunter Podcast! Index: 01:20 – Josh Botha Background 05:32 – Dedicated Products 12:55 – Cultivating the MDT Shooting Team 17:45 – Evolution of Chassis Systems; Adjustability & Modularity 26:00 – Carbon Fiber 28:15 – Hunting in Canada 36:55 – Rimfire 37:35 – NRL Hunter in Canada; Terrain 41:05 – Traveling to Canada 44:22 – Josh’s competition season 50:09 – Upcoming Launches 53:20 – 2024 Plans and Experiences Links – • MDT - https://mdttac.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 travis@nrlhunter.org with Subject: “NRL Hunter Podcast S3 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: 19 May 2022