Mountain Fuel: Nutrition, Hydration and Hunt Prep with Kyle Kamp

n this episode of Talk Is Sheep, Kyle Stelter welcomes back Kyle Kamp for the second installment in our quarterly mountain nutrition series as we move closer to sheep season.

With the dust of New Year’s resolutions behind us and mountain hunts quickly approaching, Kyle Kamp breaks down how hunters should adjust nutrition as training volume increases. From adding calories without overdoing it, to understanding carbohydrates, protein, hydration, electrolytes, and weight loss, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone preparing for a demanding backcountry hunt.

The conversation also dives into the mental and physical side of mountain readiness, including Kyle Kamp’s annual “Death Hike” with the EXO Mountain Gear crew, the value of building confidence through hard efforts, and why training is not about perfection — it is about becoming more prepared than you were before.

Kyle Kamp explains how to fuel long training sessions, avoid under-eating, manage hydration in hot weather, recognize whether you are a salty sweater, and plan calories for different hunt intensities. Whether you are heading into sheep country, preparing for a mountain hunt, or simply trying to get stronger and leaner for fall, this episode offers timely guidance as the season draws near.

In This Episode

Kyle Kamp’s annual Death Hike preparation

How nutrition should change as training increases

Why carbs matter for mountain performance

Protein needs during hard training

Common mistakes with weight loss before a hunt

How to avoid overtraining

When and how to taper before sheep season

Hydration strategies for long days in the mountains

Electrolytes, salty sweaters, and product selection

How to plan calories for backpack hunts

Fueling for low, moderate, and difficult hunt days

Why consistency matters more than perfection

Presented by: @sitkagear

This episode is sponsored by our conservation partner: @yeti

Supported by:

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