On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Justin Mueller in the backcountry of Montana to recap their 21-day archery elk hunt. This experience was filled with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. They discuss locating elk in the heat, Tim\u2019s bull, being patiently aggressive, opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull, weather-affected movement, a gear rundown, and much more.\n\nTopics:\n\nLocating elk in the heat\n\nTim\u2019s bull\n\nGetting in the middle of the herd\n\nOpportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull\n\nHow weather affected elk bedding and movement\n\nGear I loved and gear mistakes\n\nFoggy bull encounter\n\nSeek Outside Goshawk 4800 pack\n\nMiscellaneous gear rundown\n\nNew East Meets West Deer Camp Apparel Collection\n\n\nResources:\nInstagram:\xa0\xa0\n@eastmeetswesthunt\n@beau.martonik\n@justinmuellerphotography\n\nFacebook:\xa0\xa0\nEast Meets West Outdoors\n\xa0\nWebsite/Apparel/Deals:\nhttps://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/\n\nYouTube:\nBeau Martonik -\xa0https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w\n\nAmazon Influencer Page\nhttps://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik\n\xa0\nPartners and Exclusive Deals:\nSpartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest\nGoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment).\nMaven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order!\nElk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%.\nTETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop.\nSITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system.\nExodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout\nSeek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest\nBig Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an \u201cEarn a Beer\u201d mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit \u201cThe Farmhouse\u201d in Parkton, Maryland.\nHeather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping.\xa0\nGarmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt.\nTreeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST\nThe Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST\nMTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders.\xa0\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices