Hannah Kycek

Hannah Kycek

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest I was immersed in the dense rainforest region of Washington state since before I can remember. Upon receiving my hunters’ education at age 12, I bagged my first buck, a spike, within an hour of opening day.

I had never felt my heart thud and pound with such immense force before due to the adrenaline rushing through my body. That moment solidified I was a hunter and fused my soul with the outdoors.

I am a public land/DIY/fair chase hunter and plan to remain so until I hunt in a place that requires a guide’s assistance. I am primarily a big game/waterfowl hunter, but looking forward to taking on upland game birds upon the purchase of a wirehaired four-legged friend.

I am a also a long range rifle fanatic, but recently got into archery, something I have enjoyed far more than anticipated. Many of my hunts are the result of over-the-counter draws and special permits. I put in for Washington, Colorado, Wyoming, and most recently Utah. There is nothing more exciting than putting in for a chance of adventure in land you have only dreamed of stepping on.

I graduate from the University of Idaho in May of 2016 and plan to reside in Northern Idaho. I will remain active in the hunting industry anyway I can, and plan to live by my pen and degree by focusing on news within the industry.

Hoof rot and the grim reality of elk in Washington

Hoof rot and the grim reality of elk in Washington

Will the dreaded disease continue to spread?

Written by: Hannah Kycek

hoof rot elk The Life disease Washington

Why predators in the West need predators

Why predators in the West need predators

The impact of wolves on Idaho's elk

Written by: Hannah Kycek

predators elk population The Life Idaho wolves

A humble hunter in the spectacular backcountry

A humble hunter in the spectacular backcountry

Father/daughter mule deer hunt to remember

Written by: Hannah Kycek

Colorado family memories THE HUNT mule deer traditions backcountry