East Meets West Hunt

Beau Martonik
East Meets West Hunt

The East Meets West Hunt Podcast is your resource for all things adventure hunting. This podcast is for the hunter that loves planning and preparing for the hunt, just as much as the hunt. Whether it's deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks, chasing elk in the Rocky Mountains, and anything in between, we will talk to successful hunters from all over to provide the EMW community with useful knowledge and motivation to continue to live their life through a series of adventures.

  1. How Scrapes and Synthetic Scents Affect Deer Hunting in the Big Woods w/ Kevin Vistisen

    3D AGO

    How Scrapes and Synthetic Scents Affect Deer Hunting in the Big Woods w/ Kevin Vistisen

    In this episode, Beau Martonik talks with Kevin Vistisen from Deer Hunter Podcast and Deer Hunter Synthetics. He elaborates on the science behind synthetic scents, highlighting the effectiveness of targeting deer behavior through formulations that ensure consistency and reliability. Kevin also advocates for the strategic use of these scents to optimize hunting success. This episode is a valuable resource for hunters seeking to enhance their understanding of deer behavior, refine their hunting strategies, and some deer camp talk in between. Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:04:08 – Company Evolution and New Beginnings 00:10:25 – Understanding the Marathon of Business 00:21:02 – Relocating to the Big Woods 00:30:35 – Using Spartan Forge and the New UAV Imagery 00:43:28 – Using Lidar for E-Scouting 00:48:50 – Finding Success in Hill Country 01:11:35 – Self-Filming Hunting 01:18:14 – Private vs. Public Discussion – 2 Success Stories 01:44:05 – Perspective of an Individual’s Goals 01:57:04 – Understanding Synthetic Scents for Scrapes 02:34:22 – Website, Social Media, and More Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @deerhunter_synthetics @deerhunter_podcast Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2h 45m
  2. Common Archery Mistakes and the FUTURE of Archery Country w/ Tyler Vanderkolk

    JUL 8

    Common Archery Mistakes and the FUTURE of Archery Country w/ Tyler Vanderkolk

    Beau Martonik is joined by Tyler Vanderkolk. In this episode, they discuss Tyler’s journey with Archery Country, an archery shop in Austin, Texas, and his efforts to get rid of “gun counter culture.” They share lessons learned during the pandemic that helped them thrive, and most recently, going into business with Joe Rogan, Cam Hanes, and Evan Hafer, which aimed at community engagement. Additionally, they discuss common mistakes that archers often make and how you can become a better archer! Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:06:14 – Tyler’s Introduction to Archery Country and Changing “Gun Counter Culture” 00:20:13 – The Effects COVID Had On Business 00:27:52 – Tyler’s Growth and New Partnerships with Joe Rogan, Cam Hanes, and Evan Hafer 00:38:32 – Believing In The Mission 00:43:22 – Common Archery Mistakes 01:02:03 – Closing Statements Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@archerycountry Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 5m
  3. Effective Mobile Hunting Gear Setups, Summer Prep, and Early Season Whitetails w/ Jace Allen

    JUL 1

    Effective Mobile Hunting Gear Setups, Summer Prep, and Early Season Whitetails w/ Jace Allen

    Beau Martonik is joined by Jace Allen, a strategic and surgical whitetail hunter who has had a ton of success in the early and late seasons. They focus on whitetail preparation, scouting insights, and the importance of mobile hunting gear and safety. They share personal experiences and strategies for successful hunting, emphasizing the need for practice, understanding deer behavior, and the significance of being well-prepared for the season. Jace shares his hunting experiences, focusing on the challenges faced while hunting specific bucks, particularly the old nine, and much more! Topics: 00:00 - Introduction  04:17 – Introduction to Jace 06:35 – Jace’s Preparation for Next Season 07:25 – Hunting Kentucky Velvet Bucks 15:07 – Learning From Scouting 20:06 – Practicing With Tree Stands And Becoming Efficient 31:52 – Hybrid Setup 39:59 – Tree Stand Safety 51:04 – Jace’s Mobile Hunting Gear 01:03:58 – The Old “Nine” 01:12:42 – Old Deer Behavior 01:16:01 – The Old “Nine” Continued 01:32:57 – Choosing A Tree Next to Buck Bedding 01:43:56 – Trusting Your Gut 01:47:48 – Wrapping Up Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @_nature_of_the_beast Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 56m
  4. BLACK BEAR Hunting in CANADA - Hunt Recap! w/ the Spartan Forge Crew

    JUN 24

    BLACK BEAR Hunting in CANADA - Hunt Recap! w/ the Spartan Forge Crew

    In this episode, Beau Martonik is joined by the entire Spartan Forge crew, including Bill Thompson, Johnny Stewart, Hunter Rud, Gunnar Emberg (The Hungry Huntsman), Pete Six, Tyler Vanderkolk from Archery Country, and former Navy Seal, Mark Cochiolo, to recount their bear hunting trip in Quebec. They share Bill’s insights on finding the right outfitter, and the balance of firearm versus archery techniques. Each hunter also shares their own unique experience hunting black bear. They celebrate their victories with a meal prepared by Chef Gunner and reflect on the camaraderie and ethical dimensions of their experiences in the Canadian wilderness.   Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction  00:05:30 – Choosing An Outfitter 00:11:33 – What It’s Like To Hunt Bear VS. Whitetail 00:15:06 – Day One Of Hunting 00:27:39 – GSP’S Hunt 00:35:25 – Switching Guests 00:36:15 – Being A Camp Cook 00:43:11 – Beau’s Bear Hunt Story 00:58:58 – Guest Switch 01:00:08 – Mark’s Introduction 01:03:57 – The Fundamentals Of Shooting 01:06:53 – Tyler’s Introduction 01:08:01 – Tyler’s Experience In Bear Hunting 01:12:26 – Thank You’s Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@georgestpierre⁠ Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 17m
  5. George St-Pierre's Warrior Mindset Principles for Success in Hunting, Business, and Life

    JUN 19

    George St-Pierre's Warrior Mindset Principles for Success in Hunting, Business, and Life

    In this episode, Beau Martonik speaks with Georges St-Pierre, arguably the best pound-for-pound UFC and MMA fighter of all time, about his newfound passion for hunting. George emphasizes the importance of stepping outside one’s comfort zone for personal growth. While sharing his story of how his career got started, George also mentions championing the "white belt mentality" and tackling new pursuits. His journey through health challenges, including fasting, underscored the importance of wellness. George’s insights inspire embracing new challenges and fostering meaningful connections.  Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:05:20 – George’s History And Insight To Learning To Shoot 00:12:11 – Camp Life For George 00:18:21 – Grounding 00:26:41 – Fasting 00:41:15 – George’s Story Of His Professional Fighting Career 00:57:55 – Experiences In Taking Risks And Success In A Team Of People 01:04:35 – Managing Fear 01:05:51 – Confidence Through Preparation 01:08:00 - Thank Yous and Goodbyes Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @georgestpierre Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 17m
  6. How to Hunt Elk in Pennsylvania in 2025 w/ Bryan Hale // Elk County Outfitters

    JUN 10

    How to Hunt Elk in Pennsylvania in 2025 w/ Bryan Hale // Elk County Outfitters

    In this episode, Beau Martonik reconnects with Brian Hale from Elk County Outfitters. They explore the intricacies of elk hunting regulations in Pennsylvania, the lottery system and the strategic application for tags, particularly with upcoming changes to bull tag policies in 2026.  Bryan shares insights into elk population dynamics and habitat management while recounting memorable hunting stories, and much more.   Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:07:26 - Recap on Nick’s Hunting Season With Elk County Outfitters 00:18:43 - Applying For A Pennsylvania Elk Tag 00:19:53 - Points Vs. Applying 00:23:26 - 2026 PA Elk Regulation Changes 00:42:22 - Future Zone Changes 00:45:37 - Changes For Habitats 00:49:52 - Crop Damages 00:53:56 - Governor’s Tags 00:58:02 - Handling Velvet 01:01:36 - The Three Elk Hunting Seasons And Their Dates 01:02:41 - Application Dates 01:06:41 - Bonus Points and The System 01:12:37 - Choosing A Zone 01:25:52 - Elk Population Data 01:28:26 - Hacked Facebook Page 01:37:22 - Thank Yous and Goodbyes Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @elkcountyoutfitters Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 39m
  7. Elk Hunting Strategies THAT WORK for Over 30 Years! w/ Donnie Drake // Elk 101

    JUN 3

    Elk Hunting Strategies THAT WORK for Over 30 Years! w/ Donnie Drake // Elk 101

    Beau Martonik is joined by Donnie Drake, of Elk 101, to talk about Donnie’s journey in elk hunting. They discuss the importance of personal struggles they’ve faced, wind, and the significance of practice and perseverance. Donnie shares insights on elk behavior, calling techniques, and the physical challenges of hunting in steep terrains. They also touch on Donnie’s passion for his custom-built 1950 Willys Jeepster. Key takeaways for aspiring elk hunters include mastering the wind and maintaining a resilient mindset. This episode is filled with inspiration and practical tips for hunters of all levels that have worked for decades.  Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:04:30 - Donnie’s Journey to Elk Hunting 00:22:09 - The Struggles of Hunting Different Regions 00:25:35 - How Donnie and Corey Jacobson Met 00:28:52 - Starting Elk 101 00:35:13 - Learning From Your Mistakes 00:40:49 - Destination Elk Challenge - Elk Hunting WITHOUT FOOD 00:51:52 - Elk Hunting Tactics 01:04:04 - Elk Calling Strategies 01:10:04 - Learning How To Estimate Distance 01:12:40 - Comparing Sights and Sight Tips 01:23:46 - Gaining Experience 01:25:13 - Know The Wind and Thermals 01:29:13 - Comparing Whitetail Hunting and Elk Hunting 01:30:25 - The Jeepster 01:38:44 - Wrapping Up Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @eatsleephuntelk Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 41m
4.9
out of 5
766 Ratings

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The East Meets West Hunt Podcast is your resource for all things adventure hunting. This podcast is for the hunter that loves planning and preparing for the hunt, just as much as the hunt. Whether it's deer hunting for big woods mountain bucks, chasing elk in the Rocky Mountains, and anything in between, we will talk to successful hunters from all over to provide the EMW community with useful knowledge and motivation to continue to live their life through a series of adventures.

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