I first became aware of the issue concerning Atlantic Right Whales through the American Sportfishing Association's social media outlets. Instantly I realized we needed to get to the bottom of a movement that would systematically ruin the entire Atlantic Coast fishing [...]
I first came across Angie Kokes in a recent Outdoor Life feature that chronicled her taking a mature whitetail buck with a spear. I was instantly intrigued. What is the temperature for spear hunting in 2022, from both the pro and anti [...]
This one is going to ruffle some feathers, but you know I really don't give a crap. Neither does my good friend Ty Stubblefield. That's why I respect the man, he calls it like it is regardless of who it offends. [...]
I get to meet a lot of fascinating people in this line of work. Former Marine Corps Scout Sniper Logan Stark certainly fits that bill. In addition to his military service and passion for hunting, Logan is much of the creative [...]
I'm joined by outdoor writer, conservationist and trophy hunter Mike Arnold on this episode. We dive into his new book Bringing Back the Lions: International Hunters, Local Tribespeople, And The Miraculous Rescue of a Doomed Ecosystem in Mozambique. Ravaged by decades [...]
Britt Longoria is one of the women I respect most in the outdoor industry. Her unique blend of story telling and sustainable use hunting makes her social media accounts worth following. This week we catch up and dive into various topics [...]
Bill Thompson's storied military career differs from most. Data Collection and Analysis isn't the typical military career the public hears about. Fortunately for the rest of us, he has used that experience and years of expertise to create the most detailed [...]
After hearing through the grapevine that Texas Parks and Wildlife could be intentionally infecting axis deer with CWD I figured we had to do some digging. Longtime Exotic Wildlife Association Executive Director Charly Seale was happy to join the conversation and [...]
How is the 2022 fall flight shaping up for duck hunters? Duck's Unlimited National Director of Fundraising and R3 Programs David Schuessler joins the show to break down what the 2022 Waterfowl Survey numbers reveal. Which species are thriving vs which [...]
It's no secret that I have no patience for anti hunting movements or ideologies. So when I found out about the group known as 'Texans for Mountain Lions' petition to Texas Parks and Wildlife concerning protections for mountain lions, I brought [...]
September 1st is my favorite day of the year. Not necessarily because dove our my absolute favorite thing to hunt (although they're up there), but because it kicks off the best time of the year. The tradition of spending that day [...]
Kate and Justin Small are making a difference, one wolf at a time. The Idaho couple shares a passion for hunting and trapping these apex predators as an insurance policy to ensure their native elk and deer herds remain viable for [...]
Three Curl Outfitters' Brett Jepsen and I have been hunting together for a long time. Our friendship predates both of our careers in the hunting industry. Regardless of whether the hunt was a barn burner or a skunking, the laughs and [...]
After seeing some "pro hunting" groups champion the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 as a major win for hunting/conservation, I figured it was time to get to the bottom of this $470 billion dollar package and if it really benefits the [...]
Safari Club International's Director of Government Affairs Ben Cassidy makes his return to the show on this episode of 'Campfire Conversations'. There's much to discuss as usual. Some of the important highlights include: SCI and Partners sue California over firearm [...]
Backcountry Hunters and Anglers...who are they really? Anyone who has listened to this show regularly probably already knows I've long been skeptical of this organization. I believe they have the potential to do great things for the outdoor community, however there [...]
The elephant in the room must first be addressed in the form of Rep. Andrew Clyde (GA-R) recently introducing the RETURN (Repealing Excise Tax on Unalienable Rights Now) our Constitutional Rights Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This proposed bill [...]
Braden Sherron lives to hunt big fish below the surface in the Gulf of Mexico and he recently made headlines when he speared this giant 137 lb cubera snapper. We discuss the ins and outs of what it takes to be [...]
Larger than Life is the only way to accurately describe former MMA headliner, Green Beret sniper, entrepreneur, and unapologetic Patriot Tim Kennedy. So it goes without saying that I jumped at the opportunity to visit with him. We discuss how his [...]
When I heard Secretary of Interior Deb Halaand did away with a government website that lists the Department of Interior's spending concerning legal payouts, court and attorney fees when dealing with anti hunting organizations I was instantly infuriated. Infuriated that she [...]
GSM Outdoors owns scores of brands within the outdoor space. One that I've enjoyed working with for over a decade now is Stealth Cam. GSM's Chris Dunkin joins the show this week to discuss the latest cellular camera technology from all [...]
You may have seen hunting organizations like SCI bring the New Mexico bighorn sheep tag situation to light recently as a group of New Mexico residents appear up in arms over how the state dishes out big horn sheep tags to [...]
I typically associate Veganism with anti hunting and anti gun schools of thought. Most vegans ultimately don't agree with killing animals, and many of them are pretty vocal (to a fault) about their lifestyle. They also tend to be far left [...]
