Episodes

  • This podcast was recorded earlier this spring, before Aron left for British Columbia. Aron welcomes back Colton Gilman to this weeks episode of KifaruCast. He and Aron have shot some local archery tournaments together and are both very deadly with the stick bow. Colton and Aron dive into the topic of money, specifically each of their humble beginnings and even later in life. Both have lived the simple life in order to afford going on some pretty epic adventures. Great talk between these to and some helpful life lessons sprinkled in there as well.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @turtleboxaudio

  • Special Episode we recorded earlier this summer with Bill Thompson from Spartan Forge. Going over the app and all its features, Aron and Bill discuss some of the benefits to learning and using Spartan Forge and how it benefits folks in the elk mountains to the whitetail woods. Podcast Video will be available on Spartan Forge's YouTube channel.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @turtleboxaudio

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  • We are excited to welcome semi professional comedian, amateur tattoo artist, guide extraordinaire, and super friend Ryan Routier to the podcast. Ok maybe not the tattoo artist part, but im sure he'd do fine! Ryan owns and operates Routier Outfitting in South Dakota. Aron has ventured up there on several occasions, which has resulted in some pretty epic stories, which Ryan is not afraid to share with us! With some of the best Antelope Hunting South Dakota has to offer, and plenty of fantastic mule deer too, this has been one of Aron's favorite places to hunt. And Ryan knows a thing or two about a thing or two, which makes him a wealth of knowledge to boot! Kifaru is excited to bring the Kifaru University experience to South Dakota as well, giving listeners the opportunity to attend a stalking and land nav course up at Ryans. More details coming in the future about that! These two old friends have a great time recalling hunt stories and talking about the future courses.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @turtleboxaudio

  • Aron welcomes Super Bowl Champion Derek Wolfe to the KifaruCast Studio. He and Aron sit down in studio to go over the total cluster that is Colorado lately, with the introduction of wolves, the potential ban on lion hunting, and everything else that hunters and outdoorsmen are facing. Photographer and Videographer Lane Walters also chimes in behind the scenes as a long time Colorado resident. They also dive into Derek's upcoming mountain goat hunt with Aron up in British Columbia and the training Derek is putting into preparation for this hunt. And then we take a more serious turn and discuss some of the lingering effects of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE, which is a progressive degenerative disease affecting people who have suffered repeated concussions and traumatic brain injuries. Both Aron and Derek have had their fair share of injuries and they discuss some of their darker days when dealing with CTE. Great talk between these two and was awesome having Derek and Lane in the studio! We truly appreciate everyone who tunes in and listens to the podcast. Your messages mean the world to us and just want to let you know that if you are suffering, know you aren't alone. If you're having issues, dont be afraid to reach out to a friend! We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @turtleboxaudio

  • We are excited to welcome Dusty Burson to the podcast this week. He is the Division Manager of the Dixie Creek Division of the 6666 Ranch. Aron has been helping Dusty with some hunting, archery, and expand his knowledge of the bow and arrow. In exchange for Dusty schooling Aron up on ranching, horses, and all things cowboy. Dusty is a wealth of knowledge when it comes all things cowboy, and provides a ton of insight into that way of life. Great talk with a great person! Awesome having Dusty on the show!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @turtleboxaudio

  • We welcome the one and only Adam Grenda to the podcast this week. Adam is a man of many talents: hunter, trapper, pilot, amateur comedian, dick bone collector, trophy husband, and father. He and Aron get on the podcast to talk about all that and more! Great talk between these two! Sit back and enjoy podcast episode 540 with Adam Grenda.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • This week, we welcome snowmobiler extraordinare Chris Burandt to the podcast. Chris has a long list of accolades, from motion picture stuntman, to X-Games Gold Medalist in Snowmobile Freestyle, even a backcountry guide. Chris has moved on from the bright lights of stuntman and X-games, having adjusted his focus to his business Burandt's Backcountry Adventures, taking guests deep into the backcountry on guided snowmobile trips, as well as furthering his passion for hunting and the outdoors. He and Aron talk shop on his career and history, and dive into some of the hunts he's been on! Great chat with Chris on this weeks KifaruCast.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • Aron is a bit out of his element on this one! We welcome professional bareback bronc rider Jacob Lees to the KifaruCast Studio. We met Jacob at the National Finals Rodeo and he's currently on a hot streak in the PRCA circuit, poised for a return to the NFR in December. He stopped in to give Aron an education in the world of professional bronc riding, and to talk a little bit about backpack hunting trips he's done in Utah and Colorado. Great time mixing up the conversation with Jacob. Be sure to keep an eye out for Jacob repping Kifaru at some of the upcoming rodeos in the country. Appreciate him stopping by on his trip!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • Aron welcomes Bill Vanderheyden from Iron Will Outfitters to the KifaruCast Studio. Bill has been working on some very interesting studies regarding arrows, broached and vane dynamics and pretty much anything that has to do with the science of arrow flight. Working in conjunction with the University of Colorado, Bill has some very interesting findings when it comes to vane profiles and the art of arrow flight. So much so that he may be devoloping his own vane profile. Greta having Bill in the studio to geek out on arrows with Aron.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • Aron welcomes long time friend Kristy Titus to the podcast. Kristy is as legit of a hunter as they come! Having traveled the world, and taken numerous trophy animals, she is one of the real ones in the hunting and outdoor world! She is the star and host of Pursue the Wild, has her own line of jewelry by the same name, and is active in numerous conservation groups like RMEF as well. Her an Aron sit down to talk about hunts, fitness, motivation, and more! Great having the lovely Kristy Titus in the studio with us! We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • Aron welcomes long time friend Isaac Aleman back to the podcast. Isaac has been in the hunting industry for a minute now, working a variety of jobs for some of big companies, currently working for Ollin Co., the best digiscoping setup out there. Aron and Isaac talk some about the things Ollin has going on, their history in the hunting industry and how it's changed over the years. Some great stories from these two once again!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription

  • Aron welcomes Caleb Bowden from Sheep Feet Outdoors to the studio. As most of you know, Aron has pretty jacked up feet and has tried everything from over-the-counter insoles, to shoe stretchers to custom orthotics. He's been using Sheep Feet since 2020 and hasn't looked back. Caleb joins us today to talk feet, their new app and what it brings to the table , as well as some of the new things they have coming out over at Sheep Feet. Gratious for Caleb making the drive up to see us and for hoping on the podcast again! He is also offering KifaruCast listeners an exclusive offer. Head over to www.sheepfeetoutdoors.com and use code KC25 at checkout to save 25% off your next order of Sheep Feet.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1

  • Aron welcomes Ted Benge to the podcast this week. Ted is the new owner of Capitol Peak Outfitters in Colorado. Mike Herne drew a mountain goat tag in that area, and Aron reached out to see about CPO packing them in on horseback. That led to Aron and Ted striking up a great conversation and we decided to get Ted on to talk Capitol Peak and even some of the things going on in Colorado as far as conservation and wildlife management is concerned. Great time having Ted on the show!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes Kip Fulks back to the podcast. Co-Founder of Under Armour, partner at Origin Hunt, founder of Big Truck Farm Brewing, and now owner and soon to be guide at Bushwhack Alaska, Kips professional resume is only dwarfed by his hunting resume. Aron and Kip talk shop on what keeps this 51 yr old entrepreneur motived, how attitude can affect your health, and even dive into Kips new venture at Bushwhack Alaska. Offering Moose, Brown Bear, and Grizzly hunts, Bushwhack Alaska is right up Aron's alley. Great talk between these two legends.We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Kenneth fills in as guest host for Aron as we welcome Christian Schauf from Uncharted Supply Co. to the podcast. Christian and his company have come out with numerous innovative products for the the outdoors, including survival kits, overlandng systems, packable rafts, and even first aid kits, which Kifaru has available in their storefront as well. Kenneth and Christian chat about how Uncharted got its start, hunts and backcountry preparedness. We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes good friend John Barklow back to the podcast. They sit down to discuss hunting, layering systems, wool versus synthetic, the evolution each has made as outdoorsmen, and the joys of aging, including John coming off a fresh hip replacement. As always, a pleasure having John on the show! Tons of great information on this one!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes 4 time CrossFit Champion Rich Froning to the podcast. Rich was dubbed the "Fittest Man on Earth" after his reign on top in 2011,2012,2013, and 2014 and then leading the Crossfit Mayhem team to first place finishes in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2022. Rich has since turned his focus from the competition arena to the woods and outdoors, forming Mayhem Outdoors. Aron and Rich talk shop on fitness, nutrition, the corssfit community and overall health, as well as his new passion, hunting. Great conversation by two of the greatest in their respected arenas. We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes Luke Cox from Hunt-Lift-Eat to the studio. He is the Founder, CEO, and host of the HLE podcast. HUNT LIFT EAT is dedicated to promoting an active outdoor lifestyle centered around training, hunting, and fishing. We aim to educate and inspire individuals to pursue this lifestyle and build a community of outdoor enthusiasts who positively impact the outdoor world. He and Aron talk about the history of HLE, and the importance of having a good team around you and the importance of finding your tribe in life. Great conversation with Luke and was a privilege having him in the studio for this one!We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes back Mike Duplan to the podcast. They dive into a few topics on this one, from the practice of taking exceptional animals, some the different aspects of getting "into the industry" and working in the outdoors. And lastly, they dive into Mike's Bighorn Sheep hunt in Colorado last year. We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)

  • Aron welcomes Tristan Litke from Precision Cut Archery to the podcast. Tristan is the creator of Precision Cut Archery, the next generation archery ballistics calculator. Precision Cut takes a ballistics approach to building your custom sight tapes and cut charts for your specific bow and arrow setup. He and Aron dive into what makes his offering different than what's on the market, and how it pairs with your rangefinders. We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry. This podcast brought to you by: @hoytarcheryofficial @sigsauerinc @VikingArmamentLLC @MontanaKnifeCompany @bornprimitiveoutdoor @spartanforgeai - use code "KIFARU20" to save 20% on annual subscription @Demerbox1 - use code "KIFARUCAST20" to save 20% off your own sound system (Valid Until July 1st, 2024)