263 | Unscripted with Emory Wanger

Welcome to the Hunt Backcountry Podcast in 2021! We are starting the new year with a new show format as we go "Unscripted" with Emory Wanger. Mark and Emory hop on a call with no agenda, hit record, and this podcast is the result. They discuss a wide-variety of topics on hunting, backpacking, gear, family, and more... 03:35 — Gear choice with no budget limitations 05:25 — Perspective on the meaning of new gear 10:58 — Is hunting conservation? 17:34 — Animals vs wildlife 27:20 — The importance of conversation and "thinking out loud" 32:53 — Cold-weather clothing and sleep systems 43:33 — Lessons learned by experience and "aha moments" 50:08 — Perspective on adventure, family, hunting, and priorities 01:05:47 — Backpack hunting group 01:11:00 — "Learn How to Backpack" course Get more from Emory, including his podcasts, blogs, and backpacking course at https://byland.co/ or @emory_by_land Connect with us: podcast@exomtngear.com