On the very first episode of Bluegrass Woods and Water, Rick Straus sits down with Hurley Combs Jr. of Lost Mountain Outfitters — one of Kentucky’s most successful elk outfitters. Hurley shares his story growing up in Hazard, how he got into hunting and guiding, and the journey of building Lost Mountain into a top-notch outfitting business.
We dive into:
Preparing for elk season and elk camp.
Hurley’s start in elk hunting and what hooked him.
The growth of Lost Mountain Outfitters — from guiding to family business.
Record-book bulls, big stories, and the giant elk Hurley harvested last year.
A deep look at Kentucky’s elk herd: past, present, and future.
Other hunts you can book right now with Lost Mountain Outfitters.
Where Hurley goes from here — and how to get in touch.
Plus, Rick covers upcoming Kentucky hunting dates and a Sports Minute with updates on UK football, the Cincinnati Reds, and the Bengals.
👉 Don’t forget to visit bluegrasswoodsandwater.com for sponsor links, Outfitter Corner bookings, and photos from Rick’s family and friends in the outdoors.
