Wheres My Glock Elk HuntCr0cket202026-09-22 | Wheres My Glock Elk HuntMountain Family Trip 3 of 3 – Fishing & WildlifeCr0cket202024-04-18 | In part 3, we reel in fish after fish after fish. Seriously I could barely keep up helping the kids. We didn’t keep everything, but enough for the kids to have that experience of cook what they catch. Some of their friends for the first time. I feel it’s very important to understand where food comes from.
We get the results of the game cameras back with what I expected. But also thrown in is past captures of the claw and fanged nature.
And of course we sat around the campfire looking at the stars. We did. But let’s be honest, people got tired, sometimes ornery. But overall it was worth the time and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.Mountain Family Trip part 2 of 3Cr0cket202024-04-17 | Setting up some game cameras, camp chores, food, and golden hour activities with a crazy golden retriever...I think she's on crack. And this new upload process (new to me) is aggravating. "Sensitive content?" Sensitive to whom?Mountain Family Trip Part 1 of 3Cr0cket202024-04-14 | Adventuring up into the mountains to make some good memories. Took 8 months to editing when I had free time, but fun to go back and look at the trip.100+ Miles of Dirt Road – Part 3 of 3Cr0cket202023-08-24 | Snow drifts and muddy roads were top of mind when planning this trip. I had only 2 days to plan this 5 day trip of 100+ miles of dirt road. Having been on sections of this road before, but never completing it end to end, I knew how bad certain sections could get when affected by weather. Forecast looked good as far as rain. But the snow drifts I wasn’t sure about.100+ Miles of Dirt Road – Part 2 of 3Cr0cket202023-08-17 | Snow drifts and muddy roads were top of mind when planning this trip. I had only 2 days to plan this 5 day trip of 100+ miles of dirt road. Having been on sections of this road before, but never completing it end to end, I knew how bad certain sections could get when affected by weather. Forecast looked good as far as rain. But the snow drifts I wasn’t sure about.100+ Miles of Dirt Road - Part 1 of 3Cr0cket202023-08-13 | Snow drifts and muddy roads were top of mind when planning this trip. I had only 2 days to plan this 5 day trip of 100+ miles of dirt road. Having been on sections of this road before, but never completing it end to end, I knew how bad certain sections could get when affected by weather. Forecast looked good as far as rain. But the snow drifts I wasn’t sure about.UPDATE l What have I been up to & Upcoming VideosCr0cket202023-08-11 | A brief look at a sliver of what has been going the last 2 years (believe me there is much more) and some upcoming vids.Hittin the Hills with the BoysCr0cket202023-07-02 | Heading up for some camping and fishing with 3 of my boys. Although I've been to this area before, this particular camping spot I have not. Turns out this is probably in the top 3 favorite camping spots after this trip.Didnt think I would see that on my trail cameraCr0cket202021-05-23 | Left my trail camera up for 8 months over the winter to see what I would get.Backpacking and Fishing with the TwinsCr0cket202020-12-13 | The Twins, myself, and the dog head out for 3 days into the backcountry. Fishing, carving, and exploring ensue. Some behind the scenes info (for the 2 people that actually read this), I was carefully watching a forest fire somewhat close to where we were located. In fact in some shots you can hear the planes fly nearby as they were fighting the fire. It was far enough away I didn’t feel we needed to leave, but close enough I was keeping my eyes on it.TRUCK BED SETUP – On the Cheap and Keeps Options OpenCr0cket202020-10-25 | Not looking at spending thousands of dollars on a truck bed setup? Not looking to commit to one specific setup making it difficult to do other truck activities? My simple (albeit a little messy) truck bed setup for my camping trips. Setup will slightly change depending on what I’m doing for overnights (camping, hunting, etc) but it keeps the bed open for steel shooting targets or whatever else I have going on at different times.MOUNTAIN AIR – A Few Days in the TruckCr0cket202020-10-25 | Traveling by truck and dirt roads to hit the mountain air and do some fishing. But mostly to hang out in the mountains and explore an area we had never been.Escaping Covid 19 Boredom…Doing what I normally doCr0cket202020-10-11 | Early season camping trip. I get very anxious to get back out for prolonged camping/backpacking trips once the snow is mostly gone. Normally not many people are out that early. Covid this year really changed things. Still had a great time with the kids and the wife on a camping trip.
#cr0cket20Progression – EP 5 Making a DecisionCr0cket202019-12-22 | Embarking on an overnight in the hammocks with my son in cold wet conditions. We made a plan and it panned out. But there was a decision to be made.Progression – EP 4 Moving to Mule Deer and Shots FiredCr0cket202019-12-20 | Heading to an entire different area and now focusing on Mule deer instead of elk. Shots FiredProgression – EP 3: What’s this Lady Luck you speak ofCr0cket202019-12-17 | We change our strategy. It was a good strategy and taught us about how luck is involved in hunting.Progression – EP 2: We found ‘em, but not like we thoughtCr0cket202019-12-15 | Day 2 opens up with the same plan to hit the saddle before sun up. We saw them…but not really what we were thinkingProgression – EP 1Cr0cket202019-12-13 | Opening day begins with some fireworks. Day 1 of the hunt with my brother.Backpacking in – Pre-season Work EP 2Cr0cket202019-12-10 | Plan this year was to hunt Elk at the beginning of the season and then shift the focus to mule deer. As such headed out to the unit I drew out to do some focused scouting on mule deer.Backpacking in - Pre-season Work EP 1Cr0cket202019-12-08 | Accessibility of the roads is always a gamble this time of year. But as luck would have it, the mud and snow banks were not too bad. I hit the trail head, backpacked in, and started scouting for elk/deer.Boler Blades BX2Cr0cket202019-12-06 | Custom fixed blade with great steel and won’t break the bank.Overnight & Getting Stuck in the TruckCr0cket202019-12-03 | With the snow not quite done for the year, the dog and I head out in some early spring snow flurries…and muddy roads.Where have I been? And upcoming videosCr0cket202019-12-01 | Update on what has been going on in 2019 as well as upcoming videos.Cold Steel Mini Tuff Lite ReviewCr0cket202018-12-21 | A small lightweight blade that will take the abuse. I see it as the workhorse around the house, the knife to “take one for the team” and prolong some of your other EDC blades.EDC Update – The K.I.S.S. PrincipleCr0cket202018-12-13 | A quick overview on my updated EDC and going into a little philosophy on where I stand with EDC.Sharpening Quick Tip – Utilizing PressureCr0cket202018-12-09 | A quick tip on sharpening to get a little extra out of your sharpening sessions.My All-Star Sharpening System for Knives/Axes/TomahawksCr0cket202018-12-06 | Requested video to show an update on my sharpening system. Over the years this is where I have currently landed. Not to say this is the end all be all, but it has worked well for me getting those hair popping edges.Thrunite T10V2 EDC FlashlightCr0cket202018-12-02 | A small affordable EDC flashlight running of a AA battery. Not a bad light for an affordable price but needs some updates.
amazon.com/l/8150053011 http://www.thrunite.comDeleted Scenes - Will Spyderco Ceramic Stones Create a Mirror Edge?Cr0cket202018-11-27 | I often delete certain sections of video for many different reasons. Thought I would throw out the deleted scenes from this video as I wanted to leave them in but was trying to keep the overall length of the original video short.Will Spyderco Ceramic Stones Create a Mirror Edge?Cr0cket202018-11-25 | Testing if the ceramic stones by Spyderco will create a mirrored edge on your blade. Looking at 2 different types of steal. One on roughly each end of the spectrum.30% Off Limited Olight S1R Baton II EDC FlashlightCr0cket202018-11-21 | Version 1 was great with one exception. Version 2 not only corrected that but made other improvements as well. The S1R Baton II is no my new go to EDC light.
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goo.gl/NeBQxxRidgeline PushCr0cket202018-11-18 | Another trip into the backcountry. My oldest accompanies me on this trip and it takes a lot of effort from a hiking perspective. We persevere and reach camp in the dark…and the hunt begins.
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Pack Setup Changes – Making a Difference from Last Trip part 2Cr0cket202018-11-14 | Part 2 continues and covers the shelter system, knife choice, additional survival items, briefly covers clothes. In addition, how the previous trip experience influences how the preparation for the next trip goes. While this can be very helpful, it isn’t always.Pack Setup Changes – Making a Difference from Last Trip Part 1Cr0cket202018-11-11 | Trips are the real trials where we find out if what/how we packed is going to cut it. But what I often find is that different trips require different packing. Going over some of the changes I’m making from the previous 3 day solo archery elk hunt to better streamline the next trip.S2R Baton II Flashlight Review - One of my fav EDCsCr0cket202018-11-08 | Honesty one of my favorite EDC flashlights to date. May be bigger than some would prefer, but no matter to me.
30% off of $70 on November 9th 2018. Use link below. goo.gl/zrDnQyClose Encounter with a Bull MooseCr0cket202018-11-04 | Opting not to take the trail back to the truck, I head out to get a better feel/understanding of the land…and it’s just more fun that way. At least until I hit the heavily forested floor where I then question my decision. But overall it pays off as I get several good looks at several different bucks and come face to face with a moose.3 Day Backcountry Archery Solo TripCr0cket202018-11-02 | I’m off again hunting in a new area. With bow in hand I start the search for elk climbing mountain ridges and just having a great time running around the mountains.Light/Laser Combo - PL2 RL Baldr OverviewCr0cket202018-10-27 | Giveaway Light/Laser Combo - PL2 RL Baldr Overview
Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Laser Equipped Pistol – Is it Accurate?Cr0cket202018-10-21 | Heading out to the desert I equip my Glock with a newly acquired laser light combo to see how effective I could shoot utilizing the duo.Water Filtering Quick TipCr0cket202018-10-17 | A quick and easy way to help prolong your backpacking filter.Back in the Woods SoloCr0cket202018-10-12 | I'm not the only one in these woods. Lots of bear sign.
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Learnings – Archery Elk Hunt Ep 3Cr0cket202018-10-06 | The search continues. We run into some familiar faces on the mountain side. We turn up another elk and make a run for it…
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Learnings – Archery Elk Hunt Ep 2Cr0cket202018-09-30 | Due to my illness we alter the plan and hunt a little differently. Running into another hunter we offer some needed assistance and explore different areas looking for elk sign. We find them…
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Learnings – Archery Elk Hunt Ep 1Cr0cket202018-09-26 | Getting hammered by the weather, getting stuck, truck dented…and all this before the hunt even starts. My brother and I continue the learning process of the archery hunt chasing elk.Thrunite TH30 Headlamp ReviewCr0cket202018-09-21 | Tested on the elk hunt and EDC use. Nothing beats a good headlamp in the backcountry.
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Scouting for Elk Ep 2Cr0cket202018-09-17 | Coming to terms with the only water source. Glassing commences.Scouting for Elk Ep 1Cr0cket202018-09-12 | Exploring a new area on foot. Goal here is to find elk of course and a suitable (emphasis on suitable) water source.Why Camping is so Important - Mountains, Family, & Mule Deer – Ep 3Cr0cket202018-09-07 | This episode really exemplifies why I enjoy camping so much. Most distractions are left at home, the phones don’t work, resulting in a lot of family and friends sitting around talking. And something about the resultant activities spent with each other that build bonds and memories and not just sitting on some electronic device…something like that.Mountains, Family, & Mule Deer – Ep 2Cr0cket202018-09-01 | With the snow gone and no longer blocking our path, we head in deep into the backcountry via the truck. Finding a meteor strike that gave my twins superpowers (they didn’t buy it) we continued to our destination of the Cliffside.
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Guns: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEE29522127497055Mountains, Family, & Mule Deer – Ep 1Cr0cket202018-08-26 | Oh look…buck. My sons and I went up early to secure a good camping spot. That night a herd of mule deer came in. I shot this vid in mind with half family video half youtube video. A little different than what I post.