Bowhunter

Episode 1 - Non-Typical Elk Action

Welcome to Season 9 of Bowhunter TV! In this first episode, Host Mike Carney returns to the Centennial State’s spectacular high country with well-known outfitter Doyle Worbington of J&D Outfitters. Hunting ‘Ranching for Wildlife’ country near Craig, Colorado, Mike experiences one of the most exhilarating hunts of his life, culminating when late-arriving Associate Publisher Danny Farris helps call in a tremendous double-main-beam-freak-of-a-bull. Don’t miss it! In “Tech Talk,” Mike Carney and Equipment Editor Tony Peterson spotlight some amazing new bow press technology, and in Editor Curt Wells’ new hunting tips segment, you’ll learn how to prepare for unconventional shots in the field.

Episode 2 - Buffalo Down Under

After a long flight across the International Date Line, Bowhunter Magazine Editor Curt Wells lands in the Australian Outback where he pursues rowdy Asiatic water buffalo. Both Curt and hunting buddy Neil Summers of Bowhunting Safari Consultants attempt stalk after stalk on these massive animals until it finally comes together for Curt at point-blank range. In our second “Tech Talk” of the season, you’ll learn about Hoyt’s ground-breaking new bow – the Spyder 30. And in the “Dead On” column, Randy Ulmer will discuss the intricacies of draw stops and how they affect shooting form.

Episode 3 - Outback Scrub Bulls

What’s a scrub bull? Just the most dangerous big game in Australia! These wild and crazy cattle are called “cleanskins” because they have no brand and are several generations removed from any contact with humans. They also have no fear and will charge at the slightest provocation. Watch co-host Curt Wells press his luck as he stalks into bow range of 1,500 pounds of nasty – twice! In “Tech Talk,” gear experts Mike Carney and Tony Peterson discuss the importance of proper arrow FOC. And later, Editor Curt Wells teaches you how to take advantage of every game animal’s idiosyncrasies to get a shot.

Episode 4 - Early Season Bucks

In this episode, Sales Manager Jeff Millar, Equipment Editor Tony Peterson, and Contributor Jeff Frey head to Montana, South Dakota, and Wyoming, respectively, in search of velvet whitetails. It wasn’t long ago that velvet whitetails were an anomaly, but a number of states now open deer seasons early enough to catch bucks with fuzzy antlers – but it’s never a sure thing. Starting early also gives hunters the opportunity to pattern bucks, and Jeff Millar slips into a hay bale blind to fool an older-age-class 3x3 while Tony Peterson takes advantage of the early season to score on a buck of a different kind altogether. In “Tech Talk,” Mike Carney and Tony Peterson show you how to shake up your target practice and be better prepared for shots in the field, and Randy Ulmer’s “Dead On” will share tips on peep sight rotation.

Episode 5 - Kids & Turkeys

In this episode of Bowhunter TV, bowhunters young and old take aim at spring turkeys. Assistant Editor Brian Fortenbaugh hosts the 2012 Youth Hunter Essay Contest grand prize winner Jesse Garrard and his dad Dale on a South Dakota gobbler extravaganza with Dave Keiser’s Double K Guide Service. Watch as Brian, Jesse, and Dale all arrow Merriam’s longbeards at near spitting distances from their strategically placed ground blinds. Then join Associate Publisher Danny Farris and hunting buddies Josh Johnson and Jon Syverson to the great state of Iowa for an action-packed bowhunt for Eastern turkeys with outfitter Aaron Volkmar’s Tails of the Hunt. In “Tech Talk,” Mike Carney and Equipment Editor Tony Peterson discuss matching game animals to specific broadhead styles and later, Editor Curt Wells will teach you how to optimize your ground-blind setup.

Episode 6 - Viking Muskox

In this amazing episode, Contributor C.J. Winand joins Swedish bowhunter Anders Gejer on a first-ever modern day bowhunt for muskox in Greenland. The European rep for Bowhunter Education, Anders first learned of this very special opportunity, and C.J. and the Bowhunter TV team leapt at the chance to make bowhunting history. You’ll thrill at this incredible journey to an ancient land to hunt a marvelous beast that seems to come running right out of the Stone Age. Also in this program, “Tech Talk” covers the necessity of fletching your own arrows, and Randy Ulmer’s “Dead On” segment finishes up with tips on getting nock fit just right.

Episode 7 - POW Island Black Bears

For many bowhunters, no spring fling is more anticipated than a baited bear-hunting adventure, and when your destination is Southeastern Alaska, the trip holds special promise. Consider that there are few early mornings, the days are long and relaxing, and the weather is usually wet but mild. And on famous Prince of Wales Island, you get spectacular scenery, great seafood, and super-sized bears. In this first POW episode, the long trip north proves worthwhile for contributors Larry D. Jones and Lon Lauber as Larry puts his recurve to work on a lanky, P&Y-class bear. Mike Carney and Tony Peterson share “Tech Talk” tips on traditional technology, and Curt Wells’ “Moment of Truth” will make sure you target the right bear on your next hunt.
 
Episode 8 - POW Island Black Bears II

During this second week of black bear camp on Prince of Wales Island in Southeast Alaska, long-time contributors Larry D. Jones and Lon Lauber continue Lon’s quest for a true giant. An experienced bear hunter and former Alaska resident, Lon has seen his share of out-sized bears, so he sets his sights on a real bruiser. As is often the case, Lon’s patience is rewarded in very BIG way. In our second “Tech Talk” of the quarter, you’ll learn about Easton’s micro-diameter arrow revolution, and in the “Dead On” column, professional hunting archer Randy Ulmer takes on the sometimes tricky task of attaining proper broadhead alignment.

Episode 9 - Everyman’s Bowfishing/Kentucky Lakes

In this spring special, the Bowhunter crew shows why they’ve caught a bad case of bowfishing fever. Join Equipment Editor Tony Peterson and fishing partner Ryan Hawkins as they take on a variety of rough fish in the waters of southeastern Minnesota. Then take to the water as Editor Curt Wells and Sales Manager Jeff Millar team up with Muzzy’s Mark Land for bighead and grass carp on massive Lake Barkley in Kentucky. Curt and company are serious about their bowfishing – and their fun! In “Tech Talk,” gear experts Mike Carney and Tony Peterson cover the topic of bowstrings, and in “Moment of Truth,” Curt Wells talks about bowfishing basics.

Episode 10 - Colorado Pronghorns

In this episode, Associate Publisher/Producer Danny Farris teams up with Rage Outdoors’ Jon Syverson to hunt pronghorn antelope on the high plains of Eastern Colorado. Both Danny and Jon have outstanding opportunities while hunting prairie goats over waterholes, and Jon gets a first-hand look at the very real predator problems out west. In “Tech Talk,” Mike Carney and Tony Peterson show you how to set up inside your ground blind, and in “Dead On,” Randy Ulmer tells you how to gear up to shoot in the wind.

Episode 11 - Bears Three Ways

In this educational highlight show, the Bowhunter crew shares bear hunting how-to on foot, from the blind, and on stand. Without a doubt, black bears are probably one of the most misunderstood and underestimated big game animals, and this episode aims to clear up some of the misconceptions about bear hunting and share some of our best archival experiences – from a classic spot-and-stalk hunt on Vancouver Island to ground blind success in northern Canada and a true western stand-hunting experience in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains.  In “Tech Talk,” Mike Carney and Equipment Editor Tony Peterson talk about broadhead selection, and later in “Moment of Truth,” Editor Curt Wells covers the importance of establishing a pre-shot routine.

Episode 12 - Roosevelt Elk

In this inspiring episode, viewers get the special opportunity to join long-time Bowhunter Contributor Larry D. Jones and his family as they chase big Roosevelt elk in their home state of Oregon. And there’s nothing the Jones Family likes more than bowhunting for rutting bull elk. In Season One of this program, Steven Jones, Larry’s son, videotaped Larry taking a terrific Roosevelt, but this time the tables are turned… Also in this program, “Tech Talk” covers release aid evolution, and then Randy Ulmer’s “Dead On” segment finishes up with tips on timing your drop-away rest.

Episode 13 - Bowcast at the Bird/Mountain Goat

In this episode, Editor Curt Wells and Associate Publisher/Producer Danny Farris take a quick trip to Snowbird in Utah to participate in what has quickly become the can’t-miss extreme 3D bow shoot of the summer season. Curt and Danny take advantage of the opportunity to learn from some of the best 3D shooters around and get tuned up for their upcoming hunts, one of which pits Danny against mountain goat country at 13,000 feet along Central Colorado’s Continental Divide. Also in this program, “Tech Talk” covers the use of moveable pin sights, and Curt Wells’ “Moment of Truth” segment finishes up with tips on serious glassing.