Ep. 056: LIVE on the Mountain Scouting Tips & Gear Breakdown - Solocast

Ep. 056: LIVE on the Mountain Scouting Tips & Gear Breakdown - Solocast

From Run The Rack Outdoors by Weston Homa

April 7, 2026 · 58 min

About this episode

Weston Homa shares real-time lessons and gear tips from a solo scouting trip in the mountains.

LIVE from the BACKCOUNTRY, host Weston Homa brings along the listener on a solo scouting trip in the mountains. In this episode, Weston shares real-time lessons learned, gear tips, and mental strategies that will upgrade your approach to mountain hunting. From scouting Idaho’s dry, rugged terrain to fine-tuning your optics and gear setup, you'll discover how top hunters stay sharp and stay in the game. Weston breaks down specific techniques like glassing with stability, properly using tripods, and maximizing every minute in the field. Plus, get an inside look at his latest gear—spotting scopes, backpacks, and clothing—that could make all the difference this season. Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and live field scouting overview 00:30 - Gear tips: optics, tripod, digiscoping setup 01:00 - Building discipline behind glassing and spotting animals 01:30 - Personal stories: marathon training updates and upcoming races 02:00 - The mindset of leaving no doubt and working hard towards goals 02:30 - Idaho terrain overview and animal activity observations 03:00 - Importance of patience, glassing discipline, and terrain analysis 03:30 - Gear breakdown: hunting optics, packs, and…

People in this episode

Host: Weston Homa

Topics covered

  • mountain hunting
  • scouting tips
  • gear breakdown
  • optics
  • mental strategies

Keywords

  • hunting techniques
  • gear setup
  • Idaho terrain
  • glassing
  • tripods

Mentioned in this episode

Products: spotting scopes, backpacks, hunting optics, tripods

Places: Idaho

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