He grew up in the wide-open country of eastern Montana, chasing elk bugles and learning the outdoors with his dad. Today, Dylan Dowson has spent over a decade with OnX Hunt, shaping how hunters connect with the land through technology and storytelling. In this episode, we dive into Dylan’s journey from small-town Montana to the forefront of digital mapping, the secrets behind OnX’s explosive growth, and the tension between tradition and tech in hunting. Dylan also shares unforgettable hunting stories, from calling in elk to the legendary “Scuba Moose” adventure in British Columbia. Whether you’re an old-school map-and-compass hunter or a tech-savvy explorer, this conversation is packed with insights, laughs, and stories that remind us why we hunt. 📌 Topics include: Growing up hunting in Montana How OnX became an essential hunting tool Elk hunting strategies during the rut Balancing technology with tradition Family hunting and raising kids with a connection to food The unbelievable “Scuba Moose” recovery story 🎯 Don’t forget: Silvercore Club members get access to exclusive tips from Dylan and other industry leaders. Learn more at silvercore.ca. https://www.instagram.com/dylan.hunter.dowson https://www.instagram.com/onxhunt/ https://www.onxmaps.com/ ______ Silvercore Club - https://bit.ly/2RiREb4 Online Training - https://bit.ly/3nJKx7U Other Training & Services - https://bit.ly/3vw6kSU Merchandise - https://bit.ly/3ecyvk9 Blog Page - https://bit.ly/3nEHs8W Host Instagram - @Bader.Trav https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav Silvercore Instagram - @SilvercoreOutdoors https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors ____ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro – Montana roots and OnX beginnings 06:00 OnX growth, marketing, and storytelling 12:00 Rangefinders, tech, and the ethics of hunting technology 17:30 Elk hunting strategies and advice 27:00 Calling elk vs. spot-and-stalk tactics 37:00 Family hunting and raising kids with food awareness 44:00 Axis deer in Hawaii & the “Scuba Moose” story 1:04:00 Final thoughts and advice
