Muzzleloader Mayhem In The Elk Woods - George Bermudez

About this episode

Chad Ryker and George Bermudez recount a challenging Arizona muzzleloader elk hunt filled with setbacks and community support.

In this episode of the Out of State Hunter Podcast, Chad sits down with his friend George Bermudez to break down an unforgettable Arizona muzzleloader elk hunt that almost fell apart—twice. George’s father drew a rare tag with minimal points, but the excitement quickly turned to frustration when a primer mix-up and a stuck bullet sidelined the muzzleloader early in the hunt. What followed was a whirlwind of problem-solving, a bent ramrod, multiple trips across the state, and an outpouring of support from the hunting community to get the rifle back in action. Despite the setbacks, George and his dad stayed in the unit, kept grinding, and eventually relocated the bull they had glassed days earlier. After a fast-paced stalk and a perfect shot at under 300 yards, the bull went down—only to stand back up moments later, creating a tense, unforgettable sequence that capped off the rollercoaster week. The story has everything: gear mishaps, community generosity, long-range glassing, miles of hiking, emotional highs and lows, and the payoff that only comes when hunters refuse to quit. If you love stories of perseverance, tough hunts, and family traditions in the elk woods, this episode…

People in this episode

Host: Chad Ryker

Guest: George Bermudez

Topics covered

• muzzleloader hunting
• elk hunting
• problem-solving
• hunting community
• family traditions
• perseverance

Keywords

• muzzleloader
• elk hunt
• Arizona
• hunting mishaps
• community support
• hiking
• long-range shooting
• family traditions

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Arizona

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