There are no stupid questions. And, hopefully, there are no stupid answers in this Part 3 Q&A episode of the Hunt Backcountry podcast. Mark and Steve tackle a variety of listener questions, including... - What is the best way to load a pack with weight for pre-season training hikes? - What are some tips for finding and purchasing affordable gear for backcountry hunting? - How do you secure gear, such as coolers, and prevent theft at your vehicle while you are in the backcountry on a long hunt? - What are some tips for finding success when you can only go on short hunts that last 2-3 days? - How can a young man from the midwest hunt the backcountry, and can he do it on his own? - What should you do if you have hunted elk for several years but struggle each year to locate elk during your hunt? - Should one avoid making fires in the backcountry for fear of spooking game with the smell of smoke? - Do you ever worry that using a headlamp while hiking in the dark will spook game out of the area? - What is the best way to prevent tick bites? - What’s better, paper maps or a GPS? Submit your question for future episodes and subscribe to the podcast by visiting http://ExoMountainGear.com/podcast. Thanks for listening!