Our old friend and Safari Club International VP of Government Affairs Ben Cassidy makes his return to the program. We talk about the concerning trend of wildlife agencies abandoning their foundational principle of sustainable use and the North American Model of [...]
My good friend Will Cooper of GSM Outdoors joins this show this week. We catch up on the latest innovation from Stealth Cam and hit on the following topics: Hill Country velvet racked axis deer Turkish teenagers hack a 100,000 follower [...]
Anyone that listens to this show knows I'm no fan of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. I tried it and it wasn't for me based off beliefs of the individuals that were at the helm of BHA national. However, I've never been [...]
Why aren't more sportsmen up in arms regarding the way TPWD changed mountain lion regulatory policy without any science to support a need for change? Pandering to the anti hunters is a new step (in the wrong direction) for Texas Parks [...]
Can hunting a species actually save it? It's a thought provoking question to the non hunting community (like 95% of America), a question that on face value would likely lead one to the conclusion that killing an animal would be counter [...]
We kick things off with an outdoor quick hit segment focusing on Grizzly reintroduction in Washington State, Peacock Network's new "Queer Planet" documentary and Pennsylvania finally will allow Sunday hunting. You won't believe the "Queer Planet" stuff by they way, it's [...]
You can't make this up but you can look up Jenny Keatinge's resume. The policy writer/advisor for the National Wildlife Refuge System has worked for 3 of the greatest anti hunting outfits in existence. Yep, she's been employed by the anti [...]
Compound vs Crossbow, Bait vs no Bait, Mechanical vs Fixed Blade...these debates continue to rage on within the hunting community. I do believe there's a time and place for healthy debates on such topics. However, when I see hunters continue to [...]
When I got wind that Texas Parks and Wildlife was considering cancelling the long standing spring snow goose conservation season (you know, the one where you take the plug out of your shotgun and there's no daily bag limit) I was [...]
When the Endangered Species Act passed in 1973 it was widely supported by hunters, conservationists and animal lovers alike. However, somewhere along the way it's mission was abandoned. Animals no longer needing protections stay on the list in perpetuity. When biologists [...]
You might have seen the viral video of the trapper releasing a caught coyote. Why would a trapper release a successful catch? On this week's show I'm joined by the duo responsible for the seemingly strange action. Tony Van Asten and [...]
When it comes to wild turkeys, few outdoorsmen know more about the birds than Dr. Mike Chamberlain. "The Wild Turkey Doc" makes his return to the show this week with spring turkey seasons opening up all over the Lower 48. We [...]
When I first saw the video of thousands upon thousands of snow geese frozen solid on a lake, I was initially shocked. Then I immediately wondered, what happened? It turns out the video I saw is actually one of many like [...]
Hunting Ethics are deeply personal. What some of us deem as kosher or even necessary, others throw shade at. On this week's show I sit down with Outdoor Life contributor Nick Fasciano. After reading his feature on a recent Idaho mule [...]
Ducks Unlimited Senior Waterfowl Scientist Mike Brasher makes his return on this installment of Campfire Conversations. We take an in depth look at the 2023-2024 Waterfowl season. What was the general consensus from duck hunters? Where certain regions still lights out? [...]
When people release exotic pets into an environment there are often severe repercussions. If a population is established, the native species always lose. Texas Parks and Wildlife Inland Fisheries Senior Scientist for Aquatic Invasive Species Monica McGarrity joins the show this [...]
The range of outcomes when an arrow or a bullets hits a deer is as varied as the day is long. If you've ever made a marginal shot on a deer, you might have called or thought about reaching out to [...]
Rachel Carrie is well put together. She is passionate about her love of hunting and shooting and articulates that reality thoughtfully and eloquently. When I met Rachel at the recent SCI Convention in Nashville, I immediately knew I wanted to visit [...]
As we've documented on previous episodes, Colorado is attempting to ban ALL mountain lion hunting by ballot initiative this November. The antis have reverted to the same playbook they used to pass wolf reintroduction - let the uneducated and emotionally swayed [...]
Jake Schumann and Micah Cano have been best friend since kindergarten. I've known Micah for a couple years as he manages the gym I go to. We often share trail camera images and talk about the big bucks we hope to [...]
13 year old Marshall Colvin has been hunting with his dad Trey from the time he was a toddler. He's taken numerous deer, turkey, predators and other species in that time. He's now old enough to be dropped off at the [...]
Blood Origins founder Robbie Kroger makes his return this week. Few folks are as well versed on the global conservation initiative and sustainable use as Robbie. We discuss the latest attacks and attempts to undermine sustainable use from Colorado to Botswana. We [...]
Gabriella Hoffman is someone I respect highly and I'm always thrilled to have her join the show. Few folks are more in tune with potential legislative issues that could affect hunters and gun owners than 'Gabby'. The reporter, podcast host, writer [...]
