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Outdoors International PodcastAuthor: Outdoors International
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EPISODE 40: Mule Deer Hunting in Idaho’s Frank Church Wilderness
Thursday, 15 January, 2026
The conversation covers the experience of Idaho mule deer hunts in the Frank Church wilderness, including changes in tag acquisition, personal connections to the hunt, the significance of guided hunts, camp accommodations, hunting with multiple tags, encounters, and the dedication of guides. The discussion also highlights the challenges of DIY hunts, exclusive access, and the unexpected elk hunt during the mule deer hunt. The conversation covers reflections on a memorable hunt, the legacy of a friend, advertising a special hunt, expectations and challenges of hunting, favorite hunts, wilderness adventures, bear hunts in the Frank Church, trip reports, and sharing hunting stories.TakeawaysGuided hunts provide exclusive access and support for hunting in challenging wilderness areas.The dedication and enthusiasm of guides can significantly enhance the hunting experience. Reflecting on memorable hunts and the legacy of friends.The value of sharing hunting stories and experiences.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Idaho Mule Deer Hunts06:08 Exclusive Access and Hunting Pressure11:30 Hunting for Trophy Mule Deer16:54 Opportunity for Elk Hunting22:16 Success with Mule Deer Hunt28:44 Reflecting on the Hunt34:05 Trophy Bucks and Hunting Challenges40:04 The Frank Church Wilderness47:09 Sharing Hunting Stories
