Marcus walks through the entire process of breaking down a whole deer, from field to table. Whether you're new to processing your own game or just looking to sharpen your skills, this step by step guide covers the essentials to help you make the most of your harvest.

Randy is joined in elk country by Ted Roosevelt IV for a hunt that becomes a conversation about history, conservation, and the lasting legacy of the Roosevelt family.

As they search for elk across wide open country, the discussion turns to Ted’s great grandfather, Theodore Roosevelt, and the rol...

This week, we’re discussing Chronic Wasting Disease, game farms and how lack of common sense laws could worsen the spread throughout the United States.

We also touch on some new research from Wyoming indicates that deer covering longer migration distances accumulate more body fat by following t...

This week we’re discussing ballot measures and how they can be used to impact wildlife and conservation, specifically with the example of Oregon IP28, a proposal that would criminalize standard animal husbandry, hunting, and fishing practices

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee vot...

Thinking about hunting New Mexico as a non resident but not sure how the application process works? In this video, Randy breaks down everything you need to know about applying for big game tags in New Mexico.

New Mexico is one of the most unique western states for hunters. There are no bonus poi...

Jace got a new pop-up truck camper from Alibaba. Is it any good? Find out now!

In this episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, Randy Newberg and Marcus Hockett dive deep into the complex world of public land management and the fragile nature of administrative rules. Using the Roadless Rule of 2001 as a primary case study, they explore how major land-use policies can remain "fickle"...

Randy, Marcus, and Michael talk about the worst packouts they have experienced together.

This week we discuss the Congressional Review Act. This fast-track law allows a simple majority in Congress to overturn agency rules and permanently bars those agencies from creating any "substantially similar" regulations in the future.

We also cover a few news stories including:

A new Forest ...

Diesel Heater vs Wood Stove episode 2! Marcus and Jace test which one is the best for a tipi tent!

Wood stove or diesel heater? 🔥
In this video, Marcus and Jace go head to head to see which heat source really comes out on top. From setup and convenience to warmth and overall performance, they break down the pros and cons of each system in real-world conditions.
Is there a clear winner, or does...

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The Senate could vote on HJ 140 as early as tomorrow, February 10th. This backdoor political move uses the Congressional Review Act to ignore public input and allow mining tha...

This week, we explore the friction between hunters and state wildlife agencies, specifically focusing on the common misunderstandings regarding agency jurisdictions and roles.

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This episode discusses tribalism and the tendency for individuals to follow group narratives over personal beliefs, using recent media coverage of the Alex Pretti case as a starting point. The conversation focuses on how tribalism manifests within conservation and public land management.

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It's the last two days Randy has for this hunt, and it's all coming down to the wire! In this episode, Randy also dives into issues regarding the potential disposal of federal lands and how this impacts public land hunters.

Randy is doing his best to use hunting pressure to his advantage, but it's proving to be difficult on this hunt! The guys do wind up finding a really nice buck though!

Randy and Jace arrive in Randy's unit, do a little scouting, and gear up for opening day!

In this video, Marcus puts elk meat to the test by cooking elk meat from a bull harvested five years ago and one from a bull taken just last season. Same species. Same cook. Very different ages.

The big question is simple. Can you actually taste a difference?

Marcus walks through how he prepare...

Arizona is one of the most sought-after states for big game hunters, but the non-resident draw system can be confusing if you have not applied before.

In this video, Randy breaks down how the Arizona non-resident big game draw works, including how tags are allocated, how bonus points factor in, ...

In this video, Randy assembles a Steelhead Outdoors Safe from start to finish to show just how fast and straightforward the process really is. From opening the box to securing your firearms, this safe is designed to be simple, efficient, and ready for use in minutes.

Randy walks through each ste...

Wyoming is one of the most popular states for non-resident elk hunters, but the draw system can be confusing if you do not understand how it works.

In this video, Randy breaks down the Wyoming non-resident elk draw system, including how elk tags are allocated, how preference points work, and wha...

In this episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, we discuss a renewed threat to Wyoming’s famous mule deer migration. New oil and gas leases on BLM land are near critical winter ranges and migration corridors for the Sublette mule deer and pronghorn herds. We discuss how the Rock Springs Resource Manageme...

In this episode, we break down how Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) money generated from offshore oil and gas revenues and intended to permanently protect public lands is likely being diverted away from approved conservation projects.

One of the projects in jeopardy is the 46,000-acre La ...

Hunting near public private boundaries can be one of the most effective strategies out there, but it can also get you into trouble if you are not careful. In this video, Randy breaks down how he approaches hunting the line, from understanding maps and access points to staying legal and ethical in...