Dave Barnett

Dave Barnett

Research Manager

As a Research Manager, Dave understands that gaining knowledge prior to a hunt makes the difference between a full freezer and an unpunched tag. This is what drives him to always search for the next piece of data or report that may add another piece to the puzzle, and fully embrace the hours it can take to gather it all.

Introduced to archery at a very young age, Dave’s passion for the sport is tremendous, leading him to spend over a decade as an archery technician and shop manager while honing his research and writing talents. Authoring countless articles, profiles and more led Dave to a career at goHUNT where he continues to share that passion with other hunters.

Raised by a father who loves hunting, it is no surprise that Dave developed a love for the outdoors that he continues to foster with his wife and daughter.

Effective multi-person calling strategies for elk
How to care for wild game meat in the field and get it home safely

How to care for wild game meat in the field and get it home safely

Steps to take care of an animal once it hits the ground

Written by: Dave Barnett

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E-scouting tips for an archery elk hunt using GOHUNT Maps
Using Historical Imagery to see through the clouds

Using Historical Imagery to see through the clouds

Clouds in the area you're e-scouting? Use this trick to remove them

Written by: Dave Barnett

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Using Historical Imagery to pick apart the shadows
Using Historical Imagery to find and verify well used game trails

Using Historical Imagery to find and verify well used game trails

Another way to use imagery from different dates to hone in on hunting locations

Written by: Dave Barnett

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Over the counter archery elk opportunities for 2023

Over the counter archery elk opportunities for 2023

A high level overview of OTC archery options in the West

Written by: Dave Barnett

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2023 Utah leftover tag sale information

2023 Utah leftover tag sale information

Important dates and lists of tags available

Written by: Dave Barnett

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Information on Utah's 2023 tag sale for general any bull units

Information on Utah's 2023 tag sale for general any bull units

How to research these hunts as well as tag sale dates

Written by: Dave Barnett

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Information on Utah's tag sale for general season archery elk

Information on Utah's tag sale for general season archery elk

Dates and research to help put your best foot forward with these tag opportunities

Written by: Dave Barnett

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