About this episode
Beau Martonik talks with filmmaker Thomas Clements about their shared exhilarating week of whitetail hunting in Iowa. They reflect on the different landscapes, the importance of pre-scouting, and adapting our strategies to the unique environment. Discussing topics such as critical moments, close encounters, Beau’s 2025 Iowa buck, and the balance between patience and aggression. They also explore the emotional aspects of hunting and the significance of storytelling. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:12 — Thomas’s Film Journey 00:13:28 — The Iowa Experience 00:20:38 — Applying For An Iowa Non-Resident Archery Tag 00:23:24 — The Start Of The Hunt 00:39:27 — The Wind Switches 00:48:40 — Sitting The Original Spot 00:55:35 — Dumping The Boat 01:01:06 — Things Are Getting “Bucky” 01:06:06 — The Moment Of Truth 01:12:39 — The Reality Of Bow Hunting 01:15:58 — Rattling Without Brow Tines 01:24:51 — Reflecting On The Experience 01:36:46 — Closing Statements Resources: Follow Thomas on IG: @clements_thomas @rockin_c_media Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Shop Hunting Gear and Apparel: 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