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Precision Optics

Bow Review

After years of testing multiple bows, Aron divulges the many factors that led to his ultimate favorite.  Cody Greenwood also joins the podcast to lend his technical expertise through his own research testing multiple bows.
 
Bow Tests:
​Traditional tackle is not readily available for Archers to pick up and test locally.  My goal is to provide Archers with unbiased quality information that helps them make a well educated choice and pick a bow that fits their needs. I have chosen metrics associated with Ergonomics, Performance and Sound to highlight the compromises within each Bowyer design.  I have worked hard  to make sure my testing results are accurate and repeatable. If you see a error or flaw feel free to contact me, I will correct it. 
My goal is to continuously improving myself as an Archer, the Archery Community and our Sport.  The Trad Community  at its core is made up of selfless people that help one another.  I hope this  effort maintains that spirit and adds value.   
God Bless,
Cody Greenwood
 
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Kip Fulks: Under Armour

Kip Fulks, avid hunter, brewer, and co-founder of Under Armour, joins the podcast to discuss Under Armours journey from Grandmas basement to over 50 Billion in sales.
Big Truck Farms Brewery
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ElkShape

The team from ElkShape recently held a camp in Colorado and they dropped by Kifaru to give listeners some details on what ElkShape Camp is all about.
What is ElkShape Camp?We teach tactics for the mountains and strategies for personal development.   We want your life to have more success through discipline, hard work, and delayed gratification.  
We will leverage elk hunting to create a launchpad for you to stay motivated throughout the year, have more success in the field, at home, the office, and in the gym. We are blessed to call ourselves elk hunters.
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Lessons Learned

Aron met a fellow hunter in the high-country of Colorado.  His hunt did not go as well as anticipated.  He tells his tale and lessons learned from his first hunt in the mountains.

Special Operations Warrior Foundation

It was truly an honor to have, Clayton M. Hutmacher, Major General, USA (Ret.) President & CEO Special Operations Warrior Foundation, on todays podcast.  Please consider donating to help families of the fallen.
 
SPECIAL OPERATIONS WARRIOR FOUNDATIONEmpowering the Families of Fallen and Wounded Special Operations Forces since 1980Mission Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) supports America’s Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps Special Operations personnel through two programs: (1) Ensuring full financial assistance for postsecondary education from an accredited two or four-year college, university, technical or trade school, as well as educational counseling, preschool grants, and tutoring to the surviving children of Special Operations personnel who lose their lives in the line-of-duty and, (2) Providing immediate financial grants to severely combat-wounded and hospitalized Special Operations personnel and their families.History Special Operations Warrior Foundation (SOWF) was founded in 1980 after the daring attempt to rescue 53 American hostages in Iran, which ended in the tragic loss of eight servicemen who left behind 17 children. A battlefield promise to take care of those 17 children has become the noble mission of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation to educate and empower over 1,300 children.Future VisionEntering our 40th year of service in 2020, Special Operations Warrior Foundation has launched the Enduring Promise campaign. Donors, partners, and communities will unite to ensure the future success of surviving children and families of fallen Special Operators for the next 40 years and beyond. In doing so, weuphold our solemn commitment to all Special Operations Forces as they defend our freedom and security.How we raise funds: SOWF relies entirely on private donations to fulfill our mission and fund our programs. Donors’ generosity provides the pathway to academic success for students and continuity of support for surviving spouses.
Clayton M. Hutmacher, Major General, USA (Ret.)President & CEO Special Operations Warrior FoundationClay Hutmacher became the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation in September 2018. He was a career United States Army Officer and retired in 2018 having served over 40 years in uniform.  As an Army Special Operations Aviator, he commanded at every level during his three tours with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, where he served as the MH-60 Direct Action Penetrator platoon leader, company operations officer, executive officer and commander of 1st Battalion, Regimental Commander, and the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command.
Major General Hutmacher's last active duty assignment was the Director of Operations in the U.S. Special Operation Command, Tampa, FL. His previous assignment was as the deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, NC.A native of Wenatchee, Washington, he was awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Management from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, a Master’s Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the United States Naval Command and Staff College, and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College. 

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society

John Legnard, board member of RMBS, joins the podcast to discuss what the organization does, and how you can help.  This is a great episode for anyone wondering what its like to hunt sheep in the high country of Colorado.
 
As a 501(c)(3) conservation organization, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society is dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of bighorn sheep populations in Colorado and throughout the west.  We promote scientific wildlife management and educate the public about the natural history and conservation needs of bighorn sheep. 
OUR MISSIONThe RMBS exists to promote the science-based management of the bighorn sheep, educate the public about their life and habitat, and assure the sportsman’s rights in proper opportunities.

Colorado Bowhunters Association

The Colorado Bowhunters Association is in the middle of a revamp online and in their magazine.  They need your help to create engaging and informative content for bowhunters in Colorado.  If you have a great hunting story to share as well as great photos, get a hold of TREVON STOLTZFUS
 
Why you should support the CBA.
Hunting and fishing are forms of outdoor recreation as are hiking, rock climbing, biking, and 4-wheeling. Not everyone however, participates in outdoor recreation activities but those that do are often passionate about their involvement.
Bowhunters can probably be characterized as one of the more passionate groups of outdoor enthusiasts. We dearly love the outdoors and the wild things that reside within it. We are a diverse and extended family who regards bow hunting as a perfect union of man and the natural world. Our love for bow hunting and the scenes that accompany the privilege can only be understood by those that relish the environs as deeply as we do. We are literally drawn to nature…autumn arriving like a golden chariot piercing the pure air and azure sky on contrails of yesterday’s dreams and tomorrow’s promises. Our treks into the tall grasses and deep forest quench an ancient urge that others cannot apprehend. Yet, defeating our quarry isn't nearly as important as having had the opportunity to be among them… having had the opportunity to be part of something greater than ourselves.
There are those however, that totally disregard our passion for the outdoors and are financially motivated to take those freedoms from us. Organizations like HSUS, PETA, and others are determined to destroy hunting starting with archers…and will go to any means to accomplish their goals.
If you bowhunt in Colorado and are not currently a member of the CBA ... please consider joining today. We need your support to protect the privilege so many enjoy. Here are some other reasons to join:
Six issues of The Colorado Bowhunter magazine every year
Drawing entries for free bows and other top prizes
Personal input to season structures and other state regulations
Special information mailings on CBA events and 3-D shoots
Personal identification as a valued member and conservationist
Access to future "members only" features on the CBA website

Fieldcraft Survival: Mike Glover

Mike Glover, CEO of Fieldcraft Survival, joins the podcast for an enlightening discussion covering everyday survival skills.
 
Mike Glover (IG: @mike.a.glover):
Mike spent 18-years in the US Army and as a government contractor for OGA. He served as a SGM in Special Forces in various positions and deployed multiple times to combat theaters. He is an expert in Counter-Terrorism, Security, and Crisis Management Operations and is the host of the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast on iTunes, and Soundcloud. He is an avid outdoorsman, overland enthusiast, traveler, and hunter. He has a bachelor's degree in Homeland Security and resides in Heber City, UT where he is the CEO of Fieldcraft Survival.
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Wyman Meinzer

INTRODUCING WYMAN MEINZEROfficial Photographer Of The State Of Texas
Wyman Meinzer is the only official State Photographer of Texas, named so in 1997 by the Texas State Legislature and then Gov. George W. Bush, an honor he still holds today. He was raised on the League Ranch, a 27,000-acre ranch in the rolling plains of Texas. Since then, he has traveled to every corner of this great state and all points in between in search of the first and last rays of sunlight in its magnificent sweep across the Texas landscape.
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