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Watch This Before Your Fall Hunt | Eastmans Hunting TV

Ike Eastman — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:44:29 +0000

Four hunts in one episode feature the best of our Eastmans team as they share tips and tactics for consistent success in the field. In this Eastmans Hunting TV episode, Ike Eastman sits down with Dan Pickar and Brian Barney to swap stories and learn from their years of experience hunting elk and mule deer on public lands. One of the most important things we can do as hunters is share our knowledge directly with others, including kids and those new to hunting. Take these tips with you on your hunts this fall! Leave a comment sharing one of your favorite tips to share with other hunters, experienced or otherwise!

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Inside the RMEF: Conservation & the Future of Hunting | Steve Decker, RMEF | EJP #101

Ike Eastman — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:45:23 +0000

Ike sits down with Steve Decker, Chief Revenue Officer of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, for a wide-ranging conversation about conservation, hunting heritage, and the future of one of America’s most impactful wildlife organizations. Steve grew up in Libby, Montana — son of RMEF founding member Charlie Decker — and has spent his life woven into the fabric of elk conservation, from working in the visitor center as a college student to leading the organization’s outward-facing operations today. They cover the RMEF’s evolving mission to serve all of America’s big game, the fight to protect public land access (including a 26-point ballot swing in Colorado), the launch of Outdoor Class as a next-level online hunting education platform, and what’s ahead with Big Game Days in Missoula. If you care about keeping wild places wild and elk in the hills, this one’s for you.

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The Next Generation Mainframe! Eberlestock Backpack Review by Eastmans

Ike Eastman — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:54:21 +0000

This Eastmans gear review features Eberlestock’s Mainframe II backpack. It’s a new and improved version of the original tried and tested Mainframe. It combines all the durability and modularity of the original design with better load lifters, a new waistbelt and harness adjustment system. All bags and accessories compatible with the original Mainframe will still easily zip onto the new design. This pack is a customizable, do-all, heavy-load hauler and worth a look if you’re shopping for a new hunting pack for the upcoming fall. Big game hunter Ike Eastman breaks down all of its new features and what he’s excited to test out this hunting season.

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onX Lidar Tech Tip

Ike Eastman — Thu, 14 May 2026 16:45:35 +0000

Ike Eastman sits down with Dylan Dowson from onX to break down how hunters are using the LiDAR feature inside onX Hunt to find hidden terrain features, overlooked bedding areas, and better elk country in Colorado. If you want to level up your e-scouting game, this is a tip worth paying attention to.

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200+ GIANT Colorado Mule Deer – Eastmans Hunting TV

Ike Eastman — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:04:06 +0000

Join Ike Eastman on his hunt for a one-of-a-kind mule deer buck. This Colorado hunt turns into a game of cat and mouse after a close encounter with a drop tine buck leaves Ike haunted. He leans on past lessons on similar tough hunts to stay persistent and close the deal. Watch all of the ups and downs of Ike’s hunt for an unbelievable buck on this episode of Eastmans Hunting TV.

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Eastmans Hunting TV: Elk Hunt Adventure in Southern Colorado

Ike Eastman — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:00:54 +0000

Follow Eastmans Elite hunt winner, Ken Mendoza, on an unforgettable elk hunt in southern Colorado. From rugged terrain to close encounters with bugling bulls, this hunt captures the adventure, strategy and excitement of pursuing elk in Colorado on this episode of Eastmans Hunting TV.

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Full Breakdown: Wyld Gear Drinkware and Coolers

Ike Eastman — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:11:00 +0000

In this gear review, follow Ike Eastman as he takes a closer look at Wyld Gear’s full lineup of cups and coolers, highlighting key features that Wyld Gear offers. Whether you’re headed out fishing, into the mountains, or planning your next big adventure, this review will help you decide if Wyld Gear is the right fit for your outdoor lifestyle.

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Gear Lab Video: Mapping for Hunt Research with Spartan Forge

Ike Eastman — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 17:05:25 +0000

This review features Spartan Forge’s mapping application for mobile and desktop computers. Ike Eastman talks about map features and hunting advantages of using Spartan Forge’s unique tool set with Bill Thompson, Spartan Forge CEO. Not only is this a handy tool for e-scouting and knowing property boundaries in the field, you can access Eastmans’ TagHub for hunt application research before you ever apply for that next dream hunt. It’s an all-in-one hunt research and mapping option including unique map layers such as LiDAR. Light Detection and Ranging, or LiDAR, is a remote sensing method that can visualize through foliage and vegetation to give you an even more detailed look at landscape topography. Spartan Forge even offers a free version of its service to help hunter’s at every life stage.

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Not For Sale – Protecting Your Public Lands | BRCC #352

Ike Eastman — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:35:50 +0000

In this weeks episode, Logan Stark and Ike Eastman discuss the implications of the Senate reconciliation bill, which proposes the sale of public land. They explore the historical context, the potential impact on wildlife, and the political reactions from various stakeholders. Ike emphasizes the importance of public land for recreation and wildlife migration, while also addressing the financial implications of selling such land.

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The Truth Behind This Potential Public Land Sell Off | David Willms | EHP #78

Ike Eastman — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:26:30 +0000

In this episode of the Eastmans’ Journal Podcast, host Ike Eastman is joined by public land expert David Willms, Associate Vice President of Public Lands at the National Wildlife Federation. Together, they dive into the facts—and clear up the fiction—surrounding the recent controversy over proposed public land sell-offs. Misinformation is everywhere, but this conversation cuts through the noise with real insight from someone on the front lines.

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