Comedian and Elk Don’t Exist host Dylan Deitz joins Brian to talk shed hunting heartbreak, Rookie Season, and what happens when you take true non‑hunters from their first trigger pull to filling a deer tag—and why that might be exactly what Western hunting needs right now.

Think elk hunting is out of reach because of the cost? In this guide, we break down how a normal DIY hunter can realistically plan and execute an elk hunt for around $1,500—covering tags, travel, lodging, and the smart tradeoffs that actually matter.