On this episode of the Guide Sessions Podcast, Jim Aiken is joined by Jonathan Bush of Grouse Mesa Outfitters in New Mexico. Jonathan is the man who took a chance on an unexperienced elk hunter from Pennsylvania and gave him the chance of a lifetime to be a guide. Jonathan’s tells us his journey from being a cowboy chasing cattle to starting his own elk hunting outfitter. We will learn about what he looks for in a guide, horse pack out tactics, and his theory of “nomad” elk. We also dive into some stories of hunters being scared of the dark, horse mishaps, and much more!Topics:Capitalizing on opportunitiesPrivate Land vs. Public Land Elk huntingRoles of a guideHorsemanshipPacking out elk with horses“Nomad” elkImportance of guide/client relationshipFitnessLessons learnedRicocheting bulletsElk hunting successResources:Instagram:@theguidesessionsWebsitewww.grousemesaoutfitters.com