Back in Action: Hello from the Hunt Talk Office

[Ben Long]

Good to hear from you Nicole.

 

[kansasdad]

Looking forward to your perspective and writing being on HuntTalk once again.

 

[Flatbrimmer]

Welcome back and good luck! I expect some elk hunting stories/pics in 6 months!!

 

[Elkhunter24]

Welcome from PA!

 

[WesternWyoming]

Hey friends -

Some of you might remember me from quite a few years back when I helped Randy out with some social media, and asked a bunch of questions to you fine folks as a brand new hunter. You guys helped me a LOT and I'm still hunting eight years later

I'm also working with and for Randy in all things marketing now at Hunt Talk, Fresh Tracks, and the Randy universe. I was previously the Hunt/Fish Editor at GearJunkie the past four years, worked at BHA, and prior to that worked with Steve & MeatEater in addition to a few other folks we worked with at ZPZ Production, including Randy and Remi.

I'm excited to reconnect here, and you'll likely see me posting occasional articles, new deals, and basic communications around what we've got going on. I'd love to hear how I can help out in certain areas, or if you have questions about products, brands, etc and what you guys would like to see.

Since those first years starting out, I've killed multiple big game animals solo in Montana's front- and backcountry and packed 'em out. I've gotten to travel to hunt birds, hogs, and deer a bit. And I just feel super lucky to be a part of this community where I can continually learn, grow, and become a better and more well-rounded outdoorswoman.

This year, my goal is to kill my first elk. I went through a lot of knee issues over the past five years, and I'm ready to get after it finally. I feel like I'm in the right place to learn how to get it done I'm also training up my young Boykin Spaniel for birds, and I have a young goofy horse that will for sure pack critters one of these days.

Looking forward to reconnecting & thought I'd share a few of my fave pics from my ever-evolving hunting life --

Nicole Q

Hi Nicole, Nice to meet you! I'm fairly new here but enjoy the conversation (mostly). I too am still trying to get my first elk and pack it out myself (as a height/weight challenged female). We'll see how that goes. Looking forward to your posts.

 

[BoulderBulls]

Looking forward to your successful semi live elk hunt updates this fall!! Based off your resume I'm a "first time caller long time listener"

Cheers

 

[shoots-straight]

There you are Nicole.

 

[Nunyacreek]

For a while there you were my go to for in-depth research on thorny access stuff. Glad you’re back!

 

[BAKPAKR]

Buying this right now on GoHunt, @Greenhorn LMAOView attachment 271171

Now you did it - after next fall, all of the elk will be as shy of the Phelps Signature AMP Diaphragm Elk Call as they are of the Hoochie Mama.

 

[Hilljackoutlaw]

Welcome back and hope you get an elk and all, but we're all really just wanting to see a picture of this Boykin you speak of.

 

[44hunter45]

Hi Nicole!

Need border collie pics to prove it's you!
As I said before, welcome back to the light side.

 

[NKQualtieri]

Good to hear from you Nicole.

I have your new book in hand! Looking forward to reading

 

[NKQualtieri]

I can easily give in on the Boykin pics. Hunters Rest Bobbert Earl Keen, sweetest & goofiest troublemaker this side 'the Mississippi. He missed last season as I went to South Carolina to take care of horses for a few months that turned into nearly seven and stretched from summer to winter. He's going Mach 10 in training this year now that he's two and ready to rip, but he had a great first season as a pup, retrieving pigeons and bringing his first pheasant (almost) to hand. He's very cool, very kind, and very much so an arrogant, stubborn, and demanding spaniel.

 

[hank4elk]

And here I thought you were just another one night stand.
Welcome back Nicole.

 

[NKQualtieri]

and here's a Butchy pic for good measure for his doting fans. He is trucking along at eight years old, enjoying being the best boy in existence, and stealing hearts wherever he lands Here, he's watching a gaggle of gals take apart a mule deer doe, and he's all in.

 

[Hammsolo]

So happy to have you back! You have quite the cool resume. I can’t wait to follow your adventures. Now, you’re not letting @Big Fin or anyone leach of your points are you???

 

[Jake.]

Welcome back!

 

[CUElk]

Welcome back from SC. Hope you enjoyed your visit while you were here.

 

[rustednuts]

Welcome back, still not sure it isn't an elaborate ruse to get us to spill our honeyholes....

 

[noharleyyet]

I can easily give in on the Boykin pics. Hunters Rest Bobbert Earl Keen, sweetest & goofiest troublemaker this side 'the Mississippi. He missed last season as I went to South Carolina to take care of horses for a few months that turned into nearly seven and stretched from summer to winter. He's going Mach 10 in training this year now that he's two and ready to rip, but he had a great first season as a pup, retrieving pigeons and bringing his first pheasant (almost) to hand. He's very cool, very kind, and very much so an arrogant, stubborn, and demanding spaniel.

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Best name ever!