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HOSTED AND SPONSORED BY THE BLACKTAIL COACH

Driven by Success. Built on Skill. United in the Hunt.

Designed by hunters, for hunters. Join us for four days of field time where you can engage in hunter training, learn field-tested tactics, and foster real connections. Experience a hunters gathering like no other, share stories, and enhance your skills through invaluable hunting mentorship.

Proven Hunters & Trusted Mentors

Trent Fisher

 For as long as I can remember, the outdoors has been my home. I’ve spent  a lifetime chasing elk across the mountains, learning through trial,  error, and a deep passion for the hunt. That passion led to building a  call company dedicated to helping others experience the same excitement  and connection that calling elk brings.

Our hunting camp was born  from that same drive — to share what I’ve learned, the mistakes I’ve  made, and the lessons that only time in the woods can teach. Over the  years, my family, my faith, and my brothers in the outdoors have been  the foundation of everything we do. Together, we’ve filmed hundreds of  hunts for our YouTube channel, giving people an honest look at the highs  and lows that come with a life spent in pursuit of elk.

This  spring, I want to bring that same authenticity to camp. My goal is  simple: to help hunters narrow the learning curve, gain confidence in  the woods, and experience the kind of hunts that change you — not just  as a hunter, but as a person. 

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Dave Riley

Few hunters understand the grind and glory of chasing mature blacktail bucks like Dave Riley. As the founder of The Blacktail Coach, Dave has spent decades studying the habits of one of North America’s most elusive deer—and helping other hunters turn time in the woods into consistent success. 


His “Success is No Accident” philosophy combines field-tested tactics with real-world lessons on discipline, mindset, and perseverance. Dave’s approach is built on intentional scouting, patterning, and preparation—the same principles he’s employed to harvest record-class blacktails across the Pacific Northwest. 


Through The Blacktail Coach courses and The Hunter’s Gathering, Dave’s mission is clear: to provide hunting mentorship that helps hunters become more skilled, more intentional, and more successful—in the field and beyond it.

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Heather Aldrich

Heather Aldrich, Co- Owner of Bravo!MFG.INC (Home of the Super Grade Wall Tent) is a seasoned hunter, particularly passionate about pursuing bear. What began as tagging along on her husband’s hunts quickly evolved into a full-blown obsession.

Known for her methodical, science-driven approach, Heather employs field-tested tactics to study every detail of bear behavior. She is a life member of the American Bear Foundation, and an active hunting mentor taking new bear hunters into the woods. Bravo! Is a sponsor of Ladies Hunting Camp, and Heather volunteers her time as an instructor there. 


She firmly belives in supporting families getting into the Outdoors and loves seeing them Encouraged in their outdoor pursuits. She is an active member of many conservation organizations and is a staunch defender of sound predator management, presenting both predator hunting and bear hunting seminars for multiple organizations. She is the mother of two and resides in SW Washington with her husband John.

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Alex Chaney

With over fourteen years of turkey hunting experience, Alex Chaney has transformed chasing gobblers into both a craft and a calling. He has completed the Washington Slam nine times and the Grand Slam once—demonstrating his skill, persistence, and deep understanding of the birds he hunts. 


Alex is recognized for his straightforward, field-tested tactics that resonate with both novice and seasoned hunters. He’s not about gimmicks—just solid strategies built on scouting, calling, and mastering turkey behavior. From setting up the perfect setup at first light to interpreting the subtle language of a gobbler, Alex provides invaluable hunter training that helps hunters stack the odds in their favor. 


With patience, passion, and a genuine desire to see others succeed, Alex is dedicated to guiding hunters gathering for their first bird—or their best one yet, through his effective hunting mentorship.

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All Inclusive Stay

Lodging and meals are covered at the CASCADES CAMP & CONFERENCE CENTER IN YELM WA, making it the perfect spot for hunters gathering to enhance their skills. You’ll enjoy heated log cabins with private bathrooms and good food, ensuring you are comfortable, well-fed, and ready to learn field-tested tactics during your hunter training and mentorship experience.

Four Field-Tested Trainings from the Pros

Proven Hunters. Proven Tactics. Proven Results. You'll participate in four courses focused on hunter training and hunting mentorship. Learn from the pros—Riley, Fisher, Chaney, and Aldrich—as they share field-tested tactics covering calling, scouting, and field application, perfect for any hunters gathering.

Hunter Essentials Bag

A handpicked collection of trusted products we actually use in the field—built to add real value to your hunting season, incorporating field-tested tactics that enhance the skills of every hunter. This selection is perfect for hunters gathering knowledge during their training or seeking hunting mentorship.

COST: $1495

To reserve your spot in our exclusive hunter training program, please register and submit a $250 deposit. This program will utilize field-tested tactics to enhance your skills during the hunters gathering. Remember, final payment is due April 1st, 2026, to ensure your participation in the hunting mentorship.

REGISTER NOW

This hunters gathering is limited to the first 100 people who register and place a deposit to access field-tested tactics and receive valuable hunter training and mentorship.

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Voices of The Hunter’s Gathering

DAVE RILEY

HEATHER ALDRICH

HEATHER ALDRICH

SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT WITH BLACKTAIL EXPERT DAVE RILEY

SUCCESS IS NO ACCIDENT: Dave Riley, the Blacktail Coach, shares field-tested tactics for hunters on this weekly podcast. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, we'll help you turn preparation in to achievement and passion into results. 

HEATHER ALDRICH

HEATHER ALDRICH

HEATHER ALDRICH

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BEAR HUNTING WITH HEATHER ALDRICH: Join us for an exciting adventure where we explore field-tested tactics that enhance the skills of both novice and experienced hunters. Heather Aldrich is not just a seasoned hunter; she also offers valuable hunter training and hunting mentorship. This experience fosters a community of hunters gathering to share knowledge and improve their techniques in the field.

ALEX CHANEY

HEATHER ALDRICH

ALEX CHANEY

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TALKING TURKEY WITH ALEX CHANEY: In this engaging session, we delve into field-tested tactics that every hunter should know. Join us as we explore the dynamics of a hunters gathering, where experienced individuals share their insights. Alex Chaney also emphasizes the importance of hunter training and the value of hunting mentorship to help new hunters refine their skills.


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