The “Godfather of Elk Hunting” Jason Phelps Reveals What Most Elk Hunters Get Wrong and The Brothers Hunt Recap Recent Antelope Hunt

Jason Phelps joins Reid and Dan Isbell after an unforgettable week chasing elk and antelope in Utah with Luke Combs and friends. The founder of Phelps Game Calls breaks down the calling strategies that consistently bring bulls within bow range—and the common mistakes that keep hunters from getting it done.

Jason shares the incredible story of calling in a 370-inch bull that helped put Phelps Game Calls on the map, explains the difference between location and challenge bugles, and reveals why woodsmanship matters more than owning the latest hunting gear. He also gives practical advice for Southern and first-time elk hunters who want to plan a DIY public-land hunt out West.

Plus, Reid and Dan recap their Utah antelope hunts, share the wild story of a stolen cellular trail camera that kept sending photos to its owner, and announce the winner of their huge subscriber giveaway.

In this episode:

Hunting elk in Utah with Luke Combs and Jason Phelps

Jason’s most humbling elk-hunting season

The story behind his record-class 370-inch bull

How a civil engineer created Phelps Game Calls

Location bugles versus challenge bugles

The elk-calling mistakes most hunters make

Why expensive hunting gear won’t replace woodsmanship

How beginners can plan a DIY public-land elk hunt