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2026 BC spring Bear gear dump. Kevin breaks down all the gear he will be taking on his spring bear hunt.

Gear List

https://www.akuoutdoor.com/products/dogma-gore-tex https://www.smartwool.com/shop/mens-hiking-socks https://www.smartwool.com/shop/mens-merino-250-base-layer-crew https://www.smartwool.com/shop/mens-merino-250-base-layer-bottom https://www.columbiasportswear.ca/en/omni-heat-reflective-clothing/ https://www.sitkagear.com/products/core-midweight-zip-t-optifade-subalpine https://www.firstlite.com/products/mens-catalyst-soft-shell-jacket https://www.sitkagear.com/products/thunderhead-jacket-optifade-subalpine https://www.nikwax.com/en-us/products/tx-direct-wash-in https://www.firstlite.com/products/mens-corrugate-foundry-pant https://www.amazon.com/teepee-tent/s?k=teepee+tent https://www.amazon.com/s?k=camp+wood+stove+tent https://www.amazon.com/s?k=telescoping+tent+pole https://www.amazon.com/s?k=tree+stand+seat+cushion https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/all-brands/woods.html https://www.thermarest.com/sleeping-pads/neoair-xtherm https://www.mec.ca/en/product/6009-511/mec-deluxe-pillow https://www.mec.ca/en/category/camping/sleeping/sleeping-bags/c/279 https://seatosummit.com/collections/liners https://www.estwing.com/collections/camping-axes https://www.amazon.com/s?k=camp+cook+set+pot+pan https://www.jetboil.com/jetboil-systems/flash.html https://www.fire-maple.com/products/fms-x2-personal-cooking-system https://www.jetboil.com/accessories/jetpower-fuel.html https://www.nalgene.com/product/wide-mouth-bottle-1l https://hydroflask.com/collections/wide-mouth-bottles https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5067-809/mec-camp-mug https://seatosummit.com/collections/cutlery/products/alphalight-spork https://www.sitkagear.com/products/stormfront-gtx-glove-optifade-subalpine https://apgaiters.ca/ https://peaks-equipment.com/products/summit-gaiter https://www.thermacell.com/products/mosquito-repellents https://bens30.com/ https://vortexoptics.com/vortex-high-country-ii-aluminum-tripod-kit.html https://vortexoptics.com/razor-hd-spotting-scope-27-60x80-straight.html https://ollin.co/ https://ollin.co/collections/spotting-scope-mounts https://www.sigsauer.com/zulu6-hdx-16x42-mm.html https://www.garmin.com/en-CA/c/sports-fitness/handhelds-dog-devices/inreach https://www.garmin.com/en-CA/p/679335 https://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en_CA/p/spot-400-headlamp/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=hanging+camp+lantern+rechargeable https://www.amazon.com/s?k=usb+rechargeable+electric+lighter https://www.bic.com/us_en/lighters https://ucogear.com/products/stormproof-matches https://www.amazon.com/s?k=battery+storage+case+aa+aaa https://www.katadyngroup.com/ca/en/staprodukte/steripen-ultralight/p/KAT_8019160 https://silkysaws.com/products/pocketboy https://www.outdooredge.com/collections/razor-knife-series https://www.gerbergear.com/en-us/shop/knives/fixed-blade https://scotty.com/product/scotty-knife-sharpener/ https://www.leatherman.com/wave-10.html https://www.leatherman.com/bit-kit-931014.html https://www.flextail.com/products/tiny-pump-2x https://www.howieshockeytape.com/products/clear-sock-tape https://www.amazon.com/s?k=first+aid+gauze+and+alcohol+wipes https://www.narescue.com/combat-application-tourniquet-c-a-t.html https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/d/cbgebm11n5/ https://www.rei.com/product/407105/ust-starflash-signal-mirror https://www.suunto.com/en-ca/Products/Compasses/Suunto-A-10-SH/ https://www.loctiteproducts.com/en/products/super-glue.html https://www.vaseline.com/us/en/petroleum-jelly/original-healing-jelly.html https://www.amazon.com/s?k=camping+fire+starter+tabs https://www.amazon.com/s?k=550+paracord https://www.trufire.com/collections/releases https://www.lancasterarchery.com/collections/bow-string-serving https://www.leupold.com/rx-fulldraw-5-rangefinder https://www.counterassault.com/product/bear-deterrent-spray/ https://peaks-equipment.com/collections/trekking-poles https://peaks-equipment.com/products/summit-trekking-poles https://akmountaingear.com/ https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.industrial-garbage-bags-42x48-inch-3-mil-black-20-pack.1000727594.html https://www.sitkagear.com/products/dew-point-jacket-optifade-subalpine https://kifaru.net/store/hunting-gear/bino-harnesses/

Join Kevin & Landen every Tuesday & Thursday as they cover the hottest trends, topics, gear, and gossip in the hunting space

Today on the panel

Best time to hunt Elk. Last light vs first light?
What province has the biggest Mule Deer?
3 vs 4 Vanes, what's best for hunting?
How to properly clean a bear skull?
Listeners choice

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Resources

Hunt Source Radio Podcast - https://example.com/hunt-source-radio

In this episode, Douglas Boze shares his expertise on predator calling for bears, including techniques, best practices, and personal experiences. Learn how to improve your bear hunting skills with practical tips and insights from a seasoned caller.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Bear Calling
03:06 The Journey into Predator Calling
06:03 Understanding Bear Behavior and Responses
09:03 Setting Up for Success in Bear Calling
12:02 The Importance of Patience in Bear Hunting
15:08 Adapting Strategies Based on Terrain and Conditions
17:51 Identifying Bear Habitats and Food Sources
20:58 The Art of Calling Sequences
24:03 Essential Calls for Bear Hunting
28:24 The Art of Predator Calling
34:02 Hunting Techniques and Strategies
41:00 Intense Encounters with Bears
44:52 Learning and Resources for Bear Calling

Resources

The Guide to Black Bear Hunting - https://www.amazon.com/Guide-Black-Bear-Hunting/dp/XXXXXX

Ultimate Predator Calls App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ultimate-predator-calls/idXXXXXX
Scary Brand Calls - https://scarybrand.com/

Today on the Panel

Image Stabilizing spotting scopes: Hot or Flop?

Best way to deal with Bear meat/fat in hot temperatures?

When animal numbers get low should outfitter tags be cut first?

Is the current US Governement good for wildlife?

Do Wild Turkey legs taste good?

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Panel Discussion

03:05 Image Stabilizing Spotting Scopes: Hot or Flop?

07:54 Best Practices for Handling Spring Bear Meat in Hot Weather

12:50 The Ethics of Cutting Outfitter Tags When Animal Numbers Decline

20:57 Government Impact on Wildlife Conservation

34:58 Current U.S. Government's Influence on Wildlife

37:26 Unified Voice of Hunters

38:55 Political Dynamics and Wildlife

41:02 Conservation Perspectives Across Parties

42:49 The Impact of Government on Wildlife

45:00 Unity in the Outdoor Community

45:48 Challenges Facing Wildlife Management

47:48 Culinary Adventures with Wild Turkey

58:50 Cooking Techniques and Wild Game

Resources

Kevin Toye on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kevinaltoy/

Landen Fidek on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/landanfidek/

Mike Edgehouse on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cutritemobile/

Today's Topics

"Best methods for Tick prevention?"

"Beat Glassing techniques?"

"Is social media good for hunting?"

"Why is hunting so expensive?"

"7mm PRC vs 6.5mm PRC"

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Chapters

00:00 Best Methods for Tick Prevention

10:50 Proper Glassing Techniques

22:52 The Role of Social Media in Hunting

32:19 The Rising Costs of Hunting

35:00 The Cost of Hunting Gear and Its Impact

39:03 Affordable Hunting: Myths and Realities

41:51 Understanding PRC Cartridges: 6.5 vs 7mm

50:12 Choosing the Right Cartridge for Big Game

59:53 Final Thoughts on Hunting Gear and Performance