Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game Hunting

In this episode, Ricky Brule and Hollywood discuss the excitement of launching the new film, Form the Storm, presented by Prime Archery.

They introduce Gracie Long, the social media coordinator for Vapor Trail and Stokerized, who shares her journey from marketing to archery. Gracie recounts her first experiences with bow hunting, including the story of her first buck, named Paddles, and the lessons learned along the way.

In this engaging conversation, Gracie Long and Ricky Brule delve into various aspects of hunting and archery, sharing personal stories and experiences. They discuss the challenges of deer hunting, the significance of women in the hunting industry, and the differences in deer populations across regions.

Gracie shares her aspirations in outdoor marketing and the importance of understanding hunting regulations. The conversation also touches on the impact of predation on deer populations, providing a comprehensive overview of the hunting landscape.

Ricky, Hollywood and Grace discuss the experiences of aging archers, and the culinary adventures of trying exotic jerky.

You can find Gracie on Instagram @_gracieelong and @gracie_outdoors.

Takeaways

• Ricky and Iverson discuss the challenges of launching the new film ‘Form the Storm’.
• Gracie Long shares her background and role at Vapor Trail.
• The importance of social media in the outdoor industry.
• Gracie's transition from marketing to archery.
• The significance of learning from hunting experiences.
• Gracie's first buck hunting story highlights the emotional journey.
• The role of community in supporting hunting endeavors.
• The impact of social media on connecting with outdoor enthusiasts.
• Gracie's insights on product knowledge and marketing strategies.
• The importance of perseverance in hunting and archery. Gracie shares her unique perspective on archery and hunting.
• The thrill of the chase is a significant part of hunting experiences.
• Weight management of deer is a common challenge for hunters.
• Regional differences in deer sizes affect hunting strategies.
• Women play a crucial role in the hunting industry.
• Career aspirations in outdoor marketing are important for Gracie.
• Understanding hunting regulations is essential for responsible hunting.
• Predation impacts deer populations and hunting success.
• Personal stories enhance the connection to hunting culture.
• The conversation highlights the importance of community in hunting. Crossbows can be a headache for archery shops.
• Aging archers often prefer traditional bows over crossbows.
• Exotic jerky can lead to unexpected taste experiences.
• Wild game feasts offer unique culinary adventures.
• New gear can reignite passion for hunting.
• Filmmaking in the hunting industry is a complex process.
• Success in hunting is subjective and personal.
• The importance of community and shared experiences in hunting.
• Trying new things can lead to memorable stories.
• The balance between hunting and documenting the experience is challenging.

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