February 4, 2025
Ep. 413: Hunting INSIDE the Thickets for Pressured Bucks w/ Zack Robb AKA Stache Squatch
East Meets West HuntAbout this episode
Beau Martonik is joined by Virginia native and mountain whitetail hunter, Zack Robb. Zack is consistently successful hunting whitetails and recently sent in a Mountain Buck Monday post where he shot a bear and buck in the same sit! They discuss private vs. public land, encounters with big bucks, understanding deer behavior in your area, getting inside the thickets in pressured areas, deer funnels, accessing your stand, and much more! Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:23 - The Mustache Identity 00:07:24 - Hunting Background and Passion 00:10:21 - Private vs Public Land Hunting Dynamics 00:13:22 - Seasonal Hunting Experiences 00:16:23 - Encounters with Big Bucks 00:19:17 - Learning from Hunting Mistakes 00:22:17 - Understanding Deer Behavior 00:25:27 - Strategic Hunting Locations INSIDE the Thickets 00:34:47 - Strategies for Finding Mature Bucks 00:36:39 - Setting Realistic Hunting Goals 00:38:37 - The Importance of Time in Hunting 00:40:50 - Understanding Deer Movement and Funnels 00:44:59 - Recognizing Patterns in Deer Behavior 00:48:20 - The Role of Access in Successful Hunts 00:50:23 - The Art of Choosing the Right Tree 00:59:16 - Lessons Learned from Close Encounters 01:01:43 - The Challenge of Hunting in Bear Country 01:04:08 - A Day of Dual Success: Bear and Buck 01:07:37 - The Joy of Bear Meat and Family Involvement 01:10:25 - Scouting Strategies and Seasonal Patterns 01:13:23 - The Importance of Family in Hunting 01:17:34 - Comparing Hunting Experiences Across States 01:19:22 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @stache.squatch Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices