# He Moved to Montana... Then Killed a 345" Public Land Bull

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Podcast: [ElkShape](https://stenobird.com/podcast/elkshape-227215)
Published: 2026-08-12T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What does it really take to go from dreaming about elk hunting to arrowing a 350-inch public land bull? In today's episode, Dan sits down with Noble, a Montana resident and attendee of the 2026 Elk Immersion Experience, to unpack an incredible journey. Noble shares the lessons learned during his first three years of DIY public land elk hunting, the mistakes that accelerated his learning curve, and the unforgettable story of taking his first bull elk—a mature public land giant that taped out around 350 inches. The conversation goes far beyond one successful hunt. Noble opens up about his fitness background, the role physical preparation has played in his hunting success, and why he and his family made the life-changing decision to leave the Southeast and move to Montana in pursuit of a western lifestyle. Whether you're new to elk hunting, dreaming of your first bull, or simply looking for motivation to chase your own goals, this episode is packed with practical insight and inspiration. It's proof that success in the elk woods comes from preparation, persistence, and a willingness to bet on yourself. 💢 Discount Codes 💢 INITIAL ASCENT - 5% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE PODIUMARCHER.COM 10% OFF CODE: ELKSHAPE https://www.podiumarcher.com/collections/all-products-1 BORN PRIMITIVE OUTDOOR - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://get.aspr.app/SH1sot PEAX EQUIP - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://www.peaxequipment.com/ CANVAS CUTTER - 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://canvascutter.com/ WILDERNESS ATHLETE | 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://wildernessathlete.com/ SHEEPFEET | 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://bit.ly/SheepFeet onXhunt ELITE Membership | 20% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://bit.ly/ONXHUNT OLLIN | 10% Off Code: ELKSHAPE - https://ollin.co/collections/snapshot DARK ENERGY | 10% Off CODE: EL…

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