The Blacktail Coach Podcast
We're here to share tips, strategies, and stories of hunting the Pacific Northwest.
Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, we'll help you turn preparation into achievement and passion into results.
So gear up and get ready, because SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT!
Episodes
44 episodes
Data-Driven Deer Hunting
Unlock the secret advantage that consistently successful hunters rarely talk about – the strategic use of data. Aaron and Dave pull back the curtain on how scientific information, personal observations, and community knowledge can transform you...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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41:46
Eye Guards and Inches: The Math Behind Monster Blacktails
Trophy hunting takes on new meaning when you understand the distinct difference between your personal definition of a trophy and what actually qualifies for record books. This fascinating exploration of blacktail deer hunting breaks down how hu...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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36:24
Becoming a Better Hunter: The Growth Mindset in Hunting
Have you ever wondered what separates consistently successful hunters from those who struggle to fill tags year after year? In this illuminating episode, Aaron and Dave dive into the mindset and systematic approach needed to grow as a hunter th...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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40:38
The Blacktail Coach Year in Review
The whitetail deer gets all the glory across most of America, but here in the Pacific Northwest, we're blessed with the chance to pursue a truly special animal - the blacktail deer. Limited to just three states and dwelling in some of the most ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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37:19
Into the Dark: Overcoming Fear and Physical Limits in the Woods
Every hunter faces unseen adversaries more challenging than elusive game—our own mental and physical limitations. What keeps many would-be hunters from success isn't lack of skill but fear of the dark, anxiety about wildlife encounters, or the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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44:04
Eyes, Ears, and Nose: Mastering Undetected Entry to Your Hunting Set
Defeating a trophy blacktail's senses requires extraordinary dedication and methodical preparation. In this deep-dive conversation, Aaron and Dave explore the critical components of entering a hunting set without alerting deer through their inc...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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40:56
Washington's Ban on Deer Baiting Forces Hunters to Adapt Their Strategy
Washington's new regulations banning deer baiting and restricting scent attractants have dropped like a bombshell on the blacktail hunting community. As hunters scramble to understand what's legal and what isn't, we break down the official lang...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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45:56
Cross the Divide: Using God's Creation to Help Veterans Navigate Life's Terrain
The transformative power of connecting veterans with the outdoors forms the beating heart of this conversation with Emile "Mo" Moured, founder of Cross the Divide Ministries. After 28 years as a Navy and Marine Corps chaplain, Emil channeled hi...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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39:43
Beyond the Trigger: Discovering the World of Bow Hunting
Thinking about making the leap from rifle hunting to bow hunting? This episode is your essential roadmap to getting started on the right foot. Aaron, traditionally a "gun guy," picks Dave's brain about everything a beginning archer needs to kno...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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40:43
The Invisible Game Changer: Mastering Wind Patterns for Successful Hunts
The invisible element that determines hunting success more than any other factor isn't your gear, your shooting skill, or even your stealth – it's your understanding of the wind. Aaron and Dave dive deep into this critical yet often misundersto...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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43:55
Honor in the Hunt: Navigating Ethics, Conservation, and Community
What separates a good hunter from a great one isn't the size of their harvest – it's their commitment to ethical conduct in every aspect of the hunting experience. Aaron and Dave tackle this crucial topic by examining real situations that test ...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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38:43
Gear For The Year
We're back! This week we talk about the process of getting new gear.
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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39:59
Upland Bird Dog Training with RJ Marquart of Quicksilver Kennels
This week we're with RJ Marquart from Quicksilver Kennels in Moses Lake Washington. RJ has been training upland bird dogs for 40+ years and we had a chance to sit down with him at the Puyallup Sportsman Show.
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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34:42
Alex Chaney Success Story: A Commitment to Learning Pays Off
This week we're checking in with Alex, nut not about turkey. This week he shares his success story with the Blacktail Coach system in harvesting his largest buck ever.
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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34:19
Talking Turkey with Alex Chaney Part 3: Walking Through Season
We wrap up our Turkey Series with Alex as he walks up through a season going after the Washington Slam
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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34:00
Talking Turkey with Alex Chaney Part 2: Calling Them In
This week we're talking calls to locate and bring in the Toms
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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35:31
Talking Turkey with Alex Chaney Part 1: The Basics
WE start our turkey hunting three part series this week with BTC Pro-Staff, Alex Chaney who has completed the Washington Slam 8 times
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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33:47
February Season Opener
Are you ready to start your big buck work? For those in the know, season starts now!
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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39:23
Zach Bogartz Success Story: First Buck in 7 Years of Hunting and Ready to Let Them Walk
This week we're talking to Zach, Trophy Tactics and coaching alumni who bagged his first buck after 7 years of hunting. He has his target buck for next year and is ready to Let Them Walk until that buck comes into set.
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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35:55
Meet the Pro Staff
Before we head out to the sportsman shows, we wanted to introduce our Pro Staff. These are the guys who helped make the Blacktail Coach a successScott, Alex, Bud, Chris, Jimmy - Thank youAnd Asha lets us in on what we can expect...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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40:18
Hunting: A Family Affair
This week I talk with Dave, Asha, and DJ Riley about getting your spouse and family involved in hunting and loving it.
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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43:50
Success Story: Dan Bonnell, Biggest Blacktail Buck after a Lifetime of Hunting
This week Dave is interviewing Dan Bonnell, participant in the Blacktail Bootcamp and sharing his success at harvesting his biggest blacktail buck after a lifetime of hunting
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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45:35
Let Them Walk
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have so many opportunities at harvesting bucks that you're willing to let them walk without taking a shot? Listen in as we talk about creating a hitlist of bucks to go after from one year to the n...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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43:54