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EatWild PodcastEatWild 106 - Hunting in the Yukon - Yukon Unguided Casey DonovanHave you dreamed of hunting in the Yukon? In this podcast, Casey Donovan takes us on adventures hunting in the Yukon Territory of Canada’s North. He is the founder of the Yukon Unguided project, which he started in 2020 by launching an Instagram page to document his hunting adventures. Through this platform, he shares stories and experiences about learning to hunt in remote wilderness areas for sheep, moose, and caribou. In just a few years, Casey and the Yukon Unguided project have gained a significant social media following by sharing inspiring content about his experiences in wild, remote locations....
2026-02-191h 03
EatWild PodcastEatWild 105 - Skydiving Into a Sheep Hunt - The Airborne Ram Adventure with Axel LubeckWhat does it take to hunt country so wild you have to jump out of a plane just to reach it?
In this episode of the EatWild Podcast, I am sitting down with Axel Lubeck. Axel learned how to jump out of airplanes while serving in the Canadian military. He continued to develop his skills and passion for skydiving, working as a smoke jumper for Alberta Wildfire.
Axels take us on the ultimate adventure hunt to one of the most remote areas in British Columbia, best reached by parachute. What started as a love for...
2026-01-1856 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 104 - Hunting with your kids - How to do it right with Wyatt and Ryan ElphickIn this episode of Campfire Conversations on the EatWild Podcast, we gather around the fire at Whitetail Camp to learn how Wyatt and Ryan make for successful hunting partners.
Every hunter dreams of one day hunting with their kid. I’ve had a front-row seat watching Ryan support and nurture Wyatt’s love and enthusiasm for hunting, and the two of them have become remarkably successful along the way. I was curious how they built that shared passion, how they hunt together, and what’s contributed to their success in the field. After a successful hunt, they joined...
2025-12-231h 04
EatWild PodcastEatWild 103 - Chronic Wasting Disease: What is it and what we need to do about itIt's time to get my head out of the sand and learn about CWD and what I can do about it. Cait Nelson joins me on the podcast to discuss the critical issue of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) affecting wildlife, particularly in British Columbia. Cait, a Wildlife Health Biologist, explains the nature of CWD, its transmission, and the implications for the hunting community. Cait walks us through the recent detection of CWD in BC, management strategies to control its spread, and the vital role hunters play in surveillance and prevention efforts. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community involvement...
2025-11-121h 20
EatWild PodcastEatWild 102 - Campfire Q&A - On a Mule Deer hunt with Dave GUJoin us as I head out on a mule deer hunt with new hunter, Dave Gu.
Dave comes from a background in kinesiology and works as a Wim Hof instructor and personal trainer. He’s also a talented storyteller, sharing his powerful journey of thriving in life while managing Ankylosing Spondylitis — a challenging autoimmune disease.
Dave found me on his journey to become a hunter, and we’ve since become great friends. Last weekend, I was looking for a hunting partner to explore some new zones, and Dave was keen to join. As we headed out, Dave fi...
2025-10-171h 15
EatWild PodcastEatWild 101 - Elk Hunting Lessons with Jordan KowalchukIt’s elk season, and I’m heading to Elk Heaven! Join me as I get excited for the season in a conversation with one of BC’s most knowledgeable and skilled hunters, Jordan Kowalchuk of @BCBackcountry. This is our second podcast together, where we dive into the world of elk hunting, sharing personal experiences, lessons learned, and successful strategies. During our discussion, we explore the evolution of hunting techniques, the significance of persistence, and the thrill of pursuing mature bulls. We also cover how environmental factors affect elk behavior, the crucial timing during the hunting season, and the balanc...
2025-08-311h 41
EatWild PodcastEatWild 100 - Cougars Up Close - Researching cougar behaviour with wildlife biologist Julie ThomasI've always known that cougars tend to avoid humans, with only a few close calls while sneaking around in the woods. However, this summer has seen several unusual encounters with cougars in Whistler and Squamish, including instances of cougars stalking hikers and chasing mountain bikers in popular recreation areas. I was curious about the reasons behind this behaviour, so I reached out to wildlife biologist Julie Thomas.
In our conversation, Julie discusses her research on cougars in central British Columbia, focusing on their predator-prey relationship with caribou. She explains how changes in the landscape impact cougar behaviour...
2025-08-161h 01
EatWild PodcastEatWild 99 - Harvesting Seaweed and Kelp with Eric WarnerIn recent years, I have grown increasingly interested in kelp. It's delicious and nutritious, and at many places I roam, it's abundant for harvesting. I wanted to know more, so I asked Eric Warner, a seaweed and kelp enthusiast, to join me on the podcast.
In this conversation, Eric Warner discusses his passion for seaweed and the project Self Kelp, which aims to educate the public about the importance of seaweed and its culinary uses. The discussion covers the decline of kelp forests, the benefits of kelp farming, and the ecological significance of kelp ecosystems. Eric shares i...
2025-07-0949 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 98 - Blood Origins: Hunting for conservation from Africa to BC - Robbie KrogerIs hunting good for wildlife and conservation? As hunters, we attempt to convey the story of how hunters contribute to conservation. We identify as conservationists and espound on our contributions to wildlife management efforts. These actions and connections are often unseen or not understood. It's a complex story to tell, and so I invited Robbie Kroger of Blood Origins to help better understand how to convey the role of hunting in wildlife management and conservation to those outside our community.
Robbie is a master at connecting the dots between hunting, wildlife value, and habitat preservation in his storytelling. He has e...
2025-06-071h 14
EatWild PodcastEatWild in Africa - 97 - What we learned on a hunt on the other side of the worldMiki and I take you on a hunting adventure to South Africa in this episode. Just over a year ago, we bid on a trip to Africa at the Wild Sheep Society of BC's conservation fundraiser auction. A year later, we were welcomed by the Bosveld Jacobs Safari team on the other side of the world.
Travelling away from home to hunt has been a foreign concept for me. Hunting in a place without connection to the place, the people, and the animals raises many questions about how this can fit together and align with our hunting e...
2025-04-062h 26
EatWild PodcastEatWild 95 - Whitetail Camp - Tradition of MentorshipAfter a successful whitetail hunt, we are recording this podcast from the wall tent. I am joined by Miki, Jenny P, Rob and his daughter Bella. This is our first whitetail camp without the old boys.... our mentors, and elders. The barriers that come with aging prevented Geoff, Pete and Larri from being able to join. It's been 35 years of whitetail camps for me and over 50 years for the old boys. So what's next for whitetail camp?
Podcast summary:
We reflect on the importance of mentorship, community, and the generational knowledge passed down through hunting tr...
2025-01-1359 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 94 - A Private Land Hunt with Jody Peck - Tips for accessing and hunting private landIn this episode of the EatWild Podcast, I’m joined by Jody Peck on my first-ever private land hunting trip in the Peace Country. Jody, a wild chef and a key part of our team, invited me to hunt on her family’s private land. Join us on the hunt as we look over the expanse of the wildlife-rich country and puzzle out how we will make for a successful hunt.
While sitting in the truck blind, we explore what it’s like to hunt large, open fields—where spotting animals is easy, but closing the distance can be tou...
2024-12-051h 21
EatWild PodcastEatWild 93 - Mike Morash - The "R.O.I." on killing your foodIn this episode of the EarWild Podcast, we are handing out Mike Morash. Mike is a hunter and food enthusiast. Mike shares his relationship to food and hunting in the documentary series The Land Provides, which explores themes of hunting, food security, and people's deep connections with the land. We discuss the spirituality of hunting, the ethics involved, memorable experiences in the field, and practical tips for gear. The conversation highlights the importance of community and conservation in the hunting culture, culminating in a discussion about dream hunts in British Columbia.
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2024-11-0857 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 92- Food Worth Packing on Your Back - Frankie FossFrankie Foss of Foss Media joins me on the podcast to discuss backcountry food and meal planning for outdoor adventures. Frankie spends most of the year either in the mountains producing amazing adventure stories or planning and packing for the next adventure. So, I am asking Frankie about the importance of enjoying and nourishing meals in the mountains and sharing their favourite meals and brands.
Frankie emphasizes the value of high-quality ingredients and the satisfaction of knowing where your food comes from. We also discuss the challenges of overpacking and the balance between simplicity and variety in...
2024-09-221h 17
EatWild PodcastEatWild 91 - Packing for the Elk Hunt - How I organize, plan, and pack for the tripI am trying something new here. I am recording this podcast solo and sharing my hunt packing plan and the gear I bring for my upcoming elk hunt. I am very curious how this lands with the EatWild audience. If this podcast translates for you, then let me know and I'll share more like this.
Here is my Adventure Hunt Planning List. Feel free to follow along on this podcast as I share how I organize, plan, and pack for my hunt. This is a general list. There is no guarantee this is has everything you need for a...
2024-08-2559 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 90 - A Caribou Engagement - An adventure hunt storyAshley and Jason gifted us a fly-in hunting adventure as a wedding present. Wow! What a generous gift, and clearly, these amazing friends know us well. In August 2023, after a year of excitement and planning, Miki, Ashley, Jason, and I were loaded up in a float plane and flying deep into the Cassiar wilderness in Northern BC.
Join us on our 2023 Cassiar Mountain hunting adventure. Miki, Ashley, and Jay will guide us through this epic hunting adventure while on the hunt taking refuge from the storm in the tipi tent. Stick around to the end, and you'll k...
2024-07-131h 15
EatWild PodcastEatWild 89 - Spotting and Glassing Strategies with Rydell Reinbold of Aziak EquipmentIn this conversation, Rydell and Dylan discuss the art of spotting game in the wilderness. They share tips and strategies for effective glassing, including the importance of patience, calibrating your eyes to size at a distance, and looking for outlines, curves, and unnatural shapes. They also discuss the benefits of using binocular mounts and tripods for stability and comfort. Rydell shares his experience of developing the Bino Clamp, a lightweight and low-profile binocular mount.
They talk about the benefits of stability and how it can enhance the hunting experience. They also discuss the different factors to consider w...
2024-06-271h 18
EatWild PodcastEatWild 88 - Tanis Barkman - Mountain Hunting Guide LifeI am joined by Tanis Barkman, a mountain hunting guide and enthusiast for all things adventures. In addition to sharing the most epic story of a shattered foot on a hunt, Tanis shares her passion for guiding in the mountains and the expectations and challenges of achieving success as a guide. Tanis shares their personal journey of becoming a hunter. Tanis discusses the pressure of once-in-a-lifetime hunts and the types of hunting clients. The conversation touches on the drive for bigger and better animals, filling the freezer, and transitioning from hunting to guiding.
The iHunter App supports the Eatwild Podcast an...
2024-05-061h 29
EatWild PodcastEatWild 87 - Wildlife Tracking with David MoskowitzIn this episode of the EatWild Podcast, we are joined David Moskowitz, author of "Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest, Tracking and Identifying Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates." David, a biologist, photographer, and outdoor educator, shares his expertise on wildlife tracking and the importance of understanding animal behavior to connect better with nature. He discusses his tracking workshops, including upcoming ones in BC and the Pacific Northwest, offering insights into his process and storytelling through photography.
Podcast photo by Anna Machowicz.
Takeaways
Becoming a good wildlife tracker requires knowledge, experience, and a deep understanding of animal b...
2024-03-2653 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 86 - The Ethics of Content Creation - Nolan OsborneIn this episode, I am joined by hunting guide and conservationist Nolan Osborne. Nolan and I were due for a catch-up as we look ahead to the bear hunting season and the upcoming Wild Sheep Foundation Solute to Conservation and Mountain Huntain Expo. Over the years, Nolan and I have had deep conversations on the ethics associated with hunting. Last week, a notable Canadian hunting content creator was found guilty of several poaching charges in B.C. and Alberta. This disappointing news made some big waves in our hunting community and raised questions about the ethics of content creation in...
2024-02-211h 08
EatWild PodcastEatWild 85 - Growing Up a Sheep Hunter - with Mya BlackburnI am joined by sheep hunter Mya Blackburn. Mya shares her passion for hunting and the experience of growing up in a hunting family. Mya takes us on a hunting adventure that is a wild tale in the mountains with an incredible outcome. It was a ton of fun to connect with Mya, so enjoy!
If you want to learn more about how to hunt me and the EatWild team, join us for a workshop or course. We have recently released a series of online hunting courses for you to deepen your knowledge and hone your strategies...
2024-01-201h 19
EatWild PodcastEatWild 84 - Stand Hunting for Big Bucks with Mike BridgerMike Bridger shares his process for finding and hunting big whitetail bucks. Mike breaks down his process of e-scouting, placing trail cameras, stand placement and putting as shares the story of hunting Chuck, a once-in-a-lifetime buck.
In the conversation, we compare the experiences of still hunting and sitting. We discuss the scouting process and key features to look for, as well as the importance of access and wind direction in setting up hunting sites. We talk about the challenges of calling deer, the benefits of using tree stands, and the differences between still hunting and sitting in blinds. Additionally, we touc...
2023-12-221h 15
EatWild PodcastEatWild 83 - How to Still Hunt - Tips from a lifetime of timber hunting with Geoff HorsfieldTrying to be invisible. Quietly sneaking through the woods, waiting, listening, and observing. Meticulously searching the forest with your eyes for a flicker of movement or a fraction of a silhouette. This is the essence of still hunting.
In this episode, I am joined by my hunting mentor, Geoff Horsfield. Geoff taught me how to hunt. Geoff is a master still hunter, and I can still remember our first hunt together 35 years ago where he showed me how to sneak up on a whitetail.
Geoff and I are warming up by the wood heater in the wall tent aft...
2023-11-2253 min
EatWild Podcast82 - Where to Hunt Elk - An Elk Packrafting Hunting AdventureThis is a fun episode. I am stoked to share Jenny's first elk story with you. Throughout this episode, we discuss our thought process for deciding where to go elk hunting. We evaluate the four critical parts of choosing a spot to hunt. Quality habitat, presence of elk, huntability and potential hunting pressure. All these factor into our decision-making process for planning our 2023 pack rafting adventure.
We discuss the pros and cons of hunting the three-point season versus the six-point season here in British Columbia.
Our evaluation and decision-making paid off, and we share a...
2023-10-251h 26
EatWild PodcastEatWild 81 - How to Hunt Mule Deer Timber Bucks - With Jordan KowalchukWe are talking about how to hunt mature Mule Deer timber bucks! Jordan Kowalchuk of @bcbackcountry joins me, and he shares his passion and process for hunting mature bucks. For Jordan, preparing for a successful hunt is a year-round process and can take years to come to fruition.
We talk about habitat, hunt timing, strategies, processes for finding mature deer and strategies for hunting. I learned a ton in my conversation with Jordan, and I can't wait to get out on the hunt.
If you like this type of podcast, let me know, and I will...
2023-09-251h 52
EatWild PodcastEatWild 80 - The Evolution of Elk Calls - with Bill Ayers of Slayer CallsIn this episode, we're talking elk. More specifically, we're talking elk calling. I've asked Bill Ayer of Slayer Calls to come join me and talk about innovations in elk calls to help make elk calling a little bit more accessible.
I found Slayer calls because I was looking for an alternative to help me improve my elk callling technique. I have always opted to go with external tube and handheld calls that produce consistent elk sounds, and I rely more on my setup for my success than my calling prowess. I have always struggled to get consistant...
2023-08-261h 06
EatWild PodcastEatWild 79 - Mountain Goat Management - With Bill Jex - Provincial wild sheep and mountain goat specialistBill Jex is a wildlife biologist for the Province of BC, and he is the wild sheep and mountain goat specialist who leads the management of these tremendous mountain species. I have asked Bill to join me on the podcast to share his knowledge on mountain goats and how they are managed in BC.
I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to talk goats with Bill. Bill is a great storyteller, and he is generous in sharing his knowledge about goats. In the conversation, he helps us better understand this tough, magnificent animal that lives in...
2023-08-011h 32
EatWild PodcastEatWild 78 - Connecting People to Hunting Through Food - With the London Chef Dan HayesChef Dan Hayes joins me on this episode. He's known as the London Chef. You may have seen him on the Moose Meat and Marmalade Show, where he teams up with Art Napoleon, an indigenous hunter and a cook. Dan is from England and is a classically trained chef, and the show follows them on adventures visiting indigenous communities across Canada. They hunt, cook a little bit, and tell stories along the way, and it's fascinating.
I wanted to talk to Dan about connecting people to hunting through food. How do we tell better hunting stories through f...
2023-06-291h 18
EatWild PodcastEatWild 77 - Paying a Debt to Wilderness - Wayne Sawchuck and the Muskwa Kechika Story
How long does it take to ride a horse across 15,000,000 acres of Northern Rocky Mountain wilderness? In this episode, I’m joined by Wayne Sawchuk. Wayne is a conservationist, author, adventurer, cowboy, and wilderness enthusiast.
Wayne led the initiative to protect a vast wilderness area in the Northern Rockies, now protected under the Muskwa-Kechika Management Area. I’m excited to talk to him about what wilderness means and what it takes to have an authentic wilderness experience.
The Muskwa-Kechika Management Area is managed and protected under a unique resource management structure. Wayne tells us how the model...
2023-05-311h 22
EatWild PodcastEatWild 76 - Tragedy and a Story of Survival with Stephanie TietjenSome stories can only be told properly around a campfire in an elk camp. This is one of them. My good friend Stephanie embarked on a two-day horse trip in the mountains in August, and everything went wrong. Stephanie tells the story of coping with tragedy and takes us on a journey to survive.
I am very fortunate to have heard the story and to share it with the EatWild community.
Thank you, Stephanie. You are an inspiration, and I am happy you sorted things out with Mother Nature.
As always, this podcast is...
2023-05-031h 04
EatWild PodcastEatWild 75 - Is Bow Hunting For You? - Adam Foss on learning to hunt with a bowIs bow hunting for you? I have pondered this question over the years of hunting. If you are new to hunting or well on your hunting journey, you have likely asked this question too.
In this episode, I am joined by Adam Foss. Adam is a professional photographer and is known throughout the community as an exceptional bow hunter. As I have got to know Adam over the past couple of years, I've been inspired to pick up my bow and start my journey as a bow hunter.
I've invited Adam on the podcast to discuss the opportunities and benefits of bow...
2023-03-311h 12
EatWild PodcastEatWild 74 - Can your phone make you a better hunter? - Best apps for huntingI rely on my phone more every year to be precise and advance my hunting process. The smartphone has become an essential tool for navigation, communication, research, documentation, and much more.
In this episode, I am on a late-season Mule Deer hunting with my friend Adam Pospischil. Adam is one of those hunters that is consistently successful in his hunts. He is a self-thought hunter and his success is built on his pre-hunt research, reliance on data interpretation, use of technology, and lots of committed hard work. Adam shares what tools he uses to make him a b...
2023-03-031h 13
EatWild PodcastEatWild 73 - Lessons in Blacktail Deer HuntingThis episode is all about blacktail deer and blacktail hunting. Since moving back to the sunshine coast, I’ve had time to focus on the elusive Blacktail deer. After 10 seasons of poking around these woods, I finally learned enough blacktail hunting lessons that a hunt came together for me.
In this episode, I got a chance to catch up with my friend Travis Kayes. Travis is a relatively new hunter that came through the EatWild program. He is dedicated and passionate about chasing Blacktail deer near his home. He has been the most consistently successful blacktail hunt...
2023-01-291h 40
EatWild Podcast72 - Hunting with Horses - What I learned with Steve Hodgson
If you’re a hunter, you probably dream of a horse-hunting adventure. I know I do! Horse hunting brings the promise of accessing remote wilderness areas with the comfort of horses doing the work to pack the harvest back to the trailhead.
Before you saddle up on adventures like this, there’s lots to learn. Horses are a lot of work and it’s a huge commitment. But what a special way to travel and hunt! So it’s worth a listen to find out what horse hunting is all about.
I’ve been invited by my friend...
2022-12-161h 23
EatWild Podcast71 - Packraft Elk Hunting Adventure -With Adam Foss and Spencer GreeningI love elk hunting. I also love exploring. I managed to talk my friends Spencer Greening and Adam Foss into joining me on the quest to find Elk Heaven. I had an idea about a river that might be bountiful with elk without any hunting pressure. The packrafts were the ideal mode of transportation to set out on an expedition to find Elk Heaven.
Spencer Greening is an academic studying indigenous approaches to wildlife management, and Adam Foss is a professional photographer that works in the hunting and conservation world. This was Spencer's first Elk hunt and Adams's first packraft expedit...
2022-11-102h 23
EatWild PodcastEatWild 70 - Meat Care and Game Bags with Huto’s Mike DefeoIn this episode, I am joined by Mike Defeo of Huto Lifestyle. He started making game bags a few years ago with the goal of creating a lightweight quality product for backcountry hunters like me. I found Mike because I was on a quest to find an alternative to packing around bulky heavy cotton game bags. So I have a bunch of questions for Mike about moving to synthetic game bags.
We get into a great discussion on meat care techniques while on the hunt and in the backcountry. We provide some suggestions on the realistic number of pack loads fo...
2022-10-131h 15
EatWild PodcastEatWild 69 - The Best Way to Cook a Deer Leg - With Andy Moeckel the Flip Flop GuySave your deer legs! In this episode we're joined by Andy Moeckel - he’s The Flip Flop Guy. He’s pioneered the flip flop cooking method for deer legs over coal.
I am co-hosting this conversation with my good friend and wild chef Jody Peck. Jody is the head chef for our all-wild food wedding and we have 6 deer legs on the menu. Andy shares his technique for cooking whole deer legs over the charcoal barbecue, and Jody is taking notes!
The flip flop method is truly magic for serving deer legs and hosting an interactive food-focused party.
In addition to being...
2022-09-231h 07
EatWild PodcastEatWild 68 - First Aid for Hunters with Cam FentonYou will need to take notes for this one! Tons of good info, just in time for the hunting season.
Hunting is a high-risk activity that takes place in remote wilderness settings. How can we reduce the risk and be prepared to respond in a first aid emergency?
In this episode, I am talking to Cam Fenton about the most common injuries and life-threatening medical emergencies that hunters can encounter. He provides detailed information on how to treat them, what you should add to your kit to ensure you’re prepared, and what you may alrea...
2022-09-021h 35
EatWild PodcastEatWild 67 - How to Make a Hunting Show with Mitch BeaulieuMitch has built the Alpine Carnivore show over the past few years. It's a BC-focused hunting show which has captured my attention while I was researching hunts on the web.
To be honest, I don't like a lot of hunting shows but really got into what Mitch was doing, so I reached out to find out what makes his stuff a bit different.
In this EatWild Podcast episode, we are chatting about what makes for an engaging and interesting hunting show, and what it takes to pull off a show like this.
We trade a few stories on when hunts...
2022-08-181h 12
EatWild PodcastEatWild 66 - First Buck Stories with Miki and AshleySome fun storytelling in this episode. Both Miki and Ashley have set out to become hunters over the past few years. They share their respective journey's to their first buck harvest. I hope you enjoy it!
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2022-06-101h 08
EatWild PodcastEatWild 65 - The Ethics of Killing Your Food - With Jeff Senger of From the WildIn this episode, I’m hanging out with Jeff Senger, co-host of the web series From The Wild. He’s a lifelong hunter, and self-proclaimed "slaughterer" - he owns and operates an abattoir in Alberta. This guy knows a lot about harvesting and processing animals!
We talk about perspectives on taking the life of an animal and focusing on doing it humanely and ethically. Our thoughts meander to the topic of wild cocktails and our passion for all things wild.
This is a great chat with a really engaging conversationalist. Hope you enjoy it!
Be s...
2022-04-261h 50
EatWild PodcastEatWild 64 - Treaty Rights, Reconciliation, and Wildlife Allocation - Implications of the Yahey vs. BC rulingToday I am sitting with Spencer Greening La’goot, Indigenous scholar and Jesse Zeman, executive director of the BCWF to discuss a tough topic.
The news of restrictions for resident hunters as a result of the BC Government losing the Yahey vs. British Columbia court case has the potential to cause polarizing views. Pitting resident hunters against Indigenous Nations in a perceived competition for “the right to hunt and conducting one’s way of life” is not only dangerous in its potential for hindering reconciliation efforts, but it effectively takes the focus off the main issue: habitat loss.
2022-03-151h 10
EatWild PodcastEatWild 63 - Adam Foss - Adventure Hunt Planning
In this episode, I am joined by Adam Foss. Adam is a filmmaker, photographer, conservationist and adventure hunter. Adam has dedicated time in the mountains filming wildlife and mountain adventures in addition to his remarkable personal hunting adventures. His passion is sheep hunting and he has a ton of knowledge and experience to share with us.
We talk about how to plan for big adventures, critical gear that he relies on, where we can save weight and where we can add a few ounces to build a bigger safety net. Adam tells us who he likes to hunt with and th...
2022-02-191h 37
EatWild PodcastEatWild 62 - Joe Eppele - Big Bulls, Bows and Fire CookingIn this episode, I’m chatting with Joe Eppele. Joe is a passionate hunter, star of The EDGE hunting show, and Grey Cup champion.
This is the perfect episode if you're starting to think about brighter days ahead and what your hunting season is going to look like. Joe recaps his past year of hunting adventures - and what a year he had! As he tells stories about his last hunting season, Joe reveals what were his most challenging, and memorable hunts.
In this conversation, I learned that Joe is an excellent hunter, and got to...
2022-01-131h 08
EatWild PodcastEatWild 61 - Jay‘s Bull Elk Story - An Elk Hunt and Packraft AdventureJoin us on our annual elk hunting adventure! Tom, Tome and I have invited young Jay to join us for his first Northern BC elk hunting expedition. We are packing rafts into a remote wilderness area with a plan to find a few unhunted bull elk. We have packed our Seek Outside camp and two Alpacka Forager rafts a day's walk up the valley. If all goes well we will get into some elk and use the rafts to float back to the trucks.
This was an extra special hunt and fun adventure. I hope you enjoy th...
2021-12-201h 48
EatWild PodcastEatWild 60 - Coastal Blacktail Hunting with Chris Pryn
In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Chris Pryn and we are talking about Blacktail hunting. Chris is part of the Fargone Media production team, telling hunting adventure stories in BC. He is also the host of the Behind the Glass Hunting Podcast. Chris has been instrumental in driving membership and engagement with our local chapter of the BC Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. And occasionally I can talk him into helping me out as an EatWild mentor to share his knowledge and passion with new hunters.
Chris is a relatively new hunter but has dedicated more time and effo...
2021-11-2754 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 59 - The Ramtastic Adventure Part 3 - Getting the meat homeThis is the third and final episode of the Ramtastic adventure Sheep Hunting podcast series. In this podcast, I’m catching up with our crew after having re-entered our post-adventure lives and we debrief about the challenges that we faced as the trip progressed.
After a hugely successful opening day, we had two rams on top of the mountain and we faced the perils of getting ourselves, and the meat off the mountain and down the river safely. We were confronted with lots of barriers in getting the meat to butcher without spoiling in the hot temperatures. The hot weather persisted...
2021-11-101h 38
EatWild PodcastEatWild 58 - The Ramtastic Adventure Part 2 - Stalking sheepJoined by great friends Jenny P, La'goot, and Scott, we set out on a fly-in, hike-up, paddle-out sheep hunt. In part 2 of the Ramtastic Adventure, we share our opening day sheep hunting adventures. We split up into two hunting parties for opening day with a plan to take a closer look at what we hoped were legal rams. Join us as we recap our respective hunts and what will no doubt be the hunt of a lifetime for all of us.
This adventure was fuelled by West Coast Kitchen gourmet freeze-dried meals, and heavy loads were supported by t...
2021-10-081h 13
EatWild PodcastEatWild 57 - The Ramtastic Adventure Part 1 - A sheep hunting storyThis adventure was, without a doubt, the hardest and most rewarding thing I have ever done.
Joined by great friends Jenny P, La'goot, and Scott, we set out on a fly-in, hike-up, paddle-out sheep hunt. In part 1 of the Ramtastic Adventure you get to meet the team, hear about our hunt plan, and then join us on the hunt as we navigate our way into sheep country, try to survive the elements, and experience the hunt of a lifetime.
This adventure was fuelled by West Coast Kitchen gourmet freeze-dried meals, and heav...
2021-09-241h 22
EatWild PodcastEatWild 56 - Illegal Sheep Harvest -Why are we making mistakes?Some troubling news in the sheep hunting community. At least 12 illegal rams have been seized by the Conservation Officer Service this year. These rams did not meet the legal requirements and yet hunters still pulled the trigger. Thinhorn rams must reach either eight years of age or full curl in order to be legal for harvesting in BC. In an average year, 3 to 5 rams typically fail inspection as legal rams.
So why are we making mistakes? I’m joined by Adam Janke of the Journal of Mountain Hunting and Kyle Stelter of the Wild Sheep Society of Bri...
2021-09-141h 11
EatWild PodcastEatWild 55 - Elk Management with Mike Bridger - Wildlife biologist seriesI am pleased to welcome Mike Bridger back on the podcast as part of our wildlife biologist series where we are talking about wildlife management of the big game species in BC. In this episode, we are talking elk just in time for elk hunting season. Whether you are a seasoned elk hunter or planning your first elk hunt, this episode is for you!
In our conversation, we get to learn about the rewarding work that Mike Bridger does as a wildlife biologist in the North East of BC. Mike describes elk habitat, population distribution, and population dynamics. We discuss...
2021-08-141h 12
EatWild PodcastEatWild 54 - Caribou Management with Biologist Conrad ThiessenWe are kicking off a series of podcasts with a focus on learning more about big game species in BC and how they are managed to ensure sustainable wildlife populations and hunting opportunities.
In the first episode, I am pleased to welcome wildlife biologist Conrad Thiessen. Conrad has a very cool job in the Northwest corner of BC (Region 6). This is an area of relatively low road density and high wilderness and wildlife values, so he spends his workdays flying around in a helicopter, in spectacular wilderness areas, counting wildlife.
Conrad's work is focused on ca...
2021-07-221h 08
EatWild PodcastEatWild 53 - Getting into Sheep ShapeSheep hunting season is a few weeks away. I’ll be hauling heavy packs into the mountains and relying on my body to hold up to the rigours of the terrain and to have an injury-free adventure.
With over a year of Covid living, my body is feeling the effects. I need to get in shape... FAST. Fortunately, my hunting partner Jenny P has been working with Emilie Whittemore to get her body ready for the sheep mountains. Emilie is a physiotherapist and strength and conditioning specialist, who believes in an integrated practice that is focused on in...
2021-07-061h 02
EatWild PodcastEatWild 52 - Ultra-lite tents and packs with Kevin Timm of Seek OutsideThe adventure hunting season is around the corner! I am getting excited, and that means the podcast is shifting focus to conversations on preparing and planning for the season. In this episode, I am having a beer with Kevin Timm, co-founder of Seek Outside, and we are talking ultra-lite tents and the ideal backpack for packraft hunting.
Seek Outside (SO) is known for the single-pole tent with an ultra-lite packable wood stove system. The huge advantage of this system is that you can backpack a roomy tent with a stove into the backcountry. This can make late hunting in the mountai...
2021-05-291h 15
EatWild PodcastEatWild 51 - Hunters of Color - Inclusivity in Hunting with Jimmy FlattThe face of hunting in North America is prominently white. Is there a place for people of colour in the hunting community? Can we make the hunting space more inclusive? I think so, but we have some work ahead to make the hunting community more welcoming and inclusive.
In this episode, I am joined by Jimmy Flatt the co-founder of Hunters of Color. Hunters of Color was founded by Jimmy Flatt, Lydia Parker, and Thomas Tyner in August of 2020 with a mission to share a love for the outdoors with everyone. 94% of the hunting community is white. HOC believes that the...
2021-05-1350 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 50 - Spring Foraging for Wild Edibles with Jody PeckIn this episode, I am sitting with my good friend Jody Peck of Wild Northern Way, happy that the spring foraging season is finally here.
We are talking about harvesting wild plants from urban settings and the forest in a sustainable and ethical way, the seemingly daunting duty to process them the importance of finding fun ways to prepare them. We touch upon the ephemeral nature of the foraging seasons with the added engagement that brings and, at the same time, the stable nature of discovering your foraging spots and maintaining them through respectful harvesting practices.
There are many...
2021-04-1654 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 48 - Smartphone Navigation & the iHunter App with Mark StenroosThe iHunter App is an essential tool for the new Hunter. Apps like the iHunter tool have changed how I approach hunting entirely. E-scouting, orienteering, checking regulations, and recording where and how I hunted an area have all been improved with the innovations of the app world. The Hunter App brings together multiple essential app tools to make hunters more effective, safe and help hunters stay on the right side of private property boundaries and regulations.
In this episode, I'm joined by Mark Stenroos, iHunter App developer, and my hunting partner Jenny P. Mark breaks down the functionality of the app...
2021-03-2859 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild 47 - Are we losing our social license to hunt?Are we losing our social license to hunt?
Social license refers to the perceptions of the public that deem an activity as socially acceptable. The concept of an activity requiring a "social license" emerged in the 1990's as the natural resource industry realized they needed to build public and stakeholder support for resource extraction projects to be successful.
A recent article published by Chris Darimont in the Society of Conservation Biology Journal applied the concept of social license to hunting. The study suggests that the public perception of hunting carnivores can pose threats to the social license for carnivore h...
2021-03-111h 06
EatWild PodcastEatWild 46 - Search and Rescue in the Mountains - Sandra Riches of AdventureSmartSandra Riches is the Executive Director of the BC AdventureSmart program and she joins me on the podcast to talk about how search and rescue works in BC, using the AdventureSmart App to leave a trip plan, and the essential gear to make hunting and foraging adventures safer. There's lots of good info in this podcast to stay safe on your next adventure.
Everything is "unprecedented" this past year, including the number of search and rescue calls for people on outdoor adventurers. More people than ever are getting out into our wilderness to take refuge from the...
2021-02-261h 09
EatWild PodcastEatWild 45 - Part 3 - The Pole Bender AdventureWe survived 3 days of the storm and then another 5 days of being stuck in the tent waiting for the skies to clear. So that's about 192 hours with 4 guys sharing 36 square feet of real estate. We pulled it off and we are all still friends. Catch up with our crew as we debrief the Pole Bender Adventure. We reflect back on the decisions and the gear that kept us safe. Also, we share another near-disaster story as we make the flight out of the mountains. Lots of good info in this podcast if you are planning an adventure hunt this yea...
2021-02-141h 05
EatWild PodcastEatWIld 45 Part 2 - The Pole Bender AdventureCliffed out, rained out, blown out and snowed out: the pole bender adventure.
In August 2019, I set out with my hunting crew on a caribou hunting adventure in the mountains of the Tahltan Traditional Territory in Northern British Columbia. Idyllic summer days strolling across the mountain tundra spotting caribou and goats, everything was going according to plan. But our plan took an unfortunate turn, and an unseasonably harsh arctic storm front blasted our camp with hurricane-force winds and 3 feet of snow. We went from hunting to surviving. Taking shelter in the tipi tent, we took turns keeping th...
2021-02-011h 05
EatWild PodcastEatWild 45 Part 2 - The Pole Bender AdventureCliffed out, rained out, blown out and snowed out: the pole bender adventure.
In August 2019, I set out with my hunting crew on a caribou hunting adventure in the mountains of the Tahltan Traditional Territory in Northern British Columbia. Idyllic summer days strolling across the mountain tundra spotting caribou and goats, everything was going according to plan. But our plan took an unfortunate turn, and an unseasonably harsh arctic storm front blasted our camp with hurricane-force winds and 3 feet of snow. We went from hunting to surviving. Taking shelter in the tipi tent, we took turns keeping th...
2021-01-301h 05
EatWild PodcastEatWild 45 - The Pole Bender Adventure Part 1Cliffed out, rained out, blown out and snowed out: the pole bender adventure.
In August 2019, I set out with my hunting crew on a caribou hunting adventure in the mountains of the Tahltan Traditional Territory in Northern British Columbia. Idyllic summer days strolling across the mountain tundra spotting caribou and goats, everything was going according to plan. But our plan took an unfortunate turn, and an unseasonably harsh arctic storm front blasted our camp with hurricane-force winds and 3 feet of snow. We went from hunting to surviving. Taking shelter in the tipi tent, we took turns keeping th...
2021-01-141h 02
EatWild PodcastEatWild 44 - Ceremony, ritual and hunting with La'gootIn this episode, I am catching up with my friend La’goot Spencer Greening. La’goot is a Tsimshian leader, storyteller and academic. In addition to being a passionate hunter and forager, La’goot generously shares his perspective around the importance of Indigenous knowledge and stewardship of the land.
I wanted to ask La'goot about his perspective on ceremony around the hunt. This past hunting season I witnessed a range of ceremonies that hunters practiced after taking the life of an animal. At one end of the spectrum, I overheard what sounded like a new years eve celebra...
2021-01-031h 19EatWild PodcastEatWild 43 - Setting your sights on your first rifle - Tips for buying the right firearm with SilvercoreSetting your sights on your first rifle - tips for buying the right firearm
In this episode, I’m hanging out with Travis Bader from Silvercore. We’re breaking down the things to consider when buying your first firearm for big game. We get into some common misconceptions about firearms. We talk recoil and how to reduce the shock to the body. We discuss pros and cons of calibers for the new hunter who wants a rifle that can do it all.
Travis is an expert in all things firearms. He is a gunsmith and a le...
2020-12-211h 27EatWild PodcastEatWild 42 - The Hunter Graduation Scale with Mark HallWhat species should a new hunter target for success? In this episode, I am joined by Mark Hall of the Hunter Conservationist Podcast. We are talking about a graduated approach to hunting species that builds confidence and skills for success. What are the most accessible hunts which offer the experience that help you progress to more challenging hunts? What can we learn from grouse and bunny hunts and how those lessons apply to your first buck or a 55" bull moose? Are new hunters taking on challenging mountain hunts without a reasonable foundation of experience to stay safe? This was really f...
2020-12-041h 37EatWild PodcastEatWild 41 - Kelly Molnar of the Rookie Hunter PodcastIn this episode, I’m catching up with Kelly Molnar from the Rookie Hunter Podcast. The Rookie Hunter Podcast has grown to be one of the most popular hunting podcasts, not just in BC, but across Canada and North America. Mike and Kelly have built a following of loyal listeners by openly sharing their rookie hunter experiences and being relatable to new hunters. The podcast has evolved to bring on some of the most notable hunters and conservationists in the broader hunting community.
In this conversation, I get to ask Kelly how they got started and learn about wha...
2020-11-201h 02EatWild PodcastEatWild 40 - The Covid Guide Season with Nolan Osborne - The story of the outfitting industry in 2020What does guided hunting look like when the border is closed to 98% of commercial hunting clients? I am catching up on the 2020 hunting season with Nolan Osborne. Nolan is a hunting guide and the managing editor of the Journal of Mountain Hunting. We’re talking about the impacts of COVID-19 on the guide outfitting community.
As we get caught up on our respective hunting seasons, we get into sheep hunting and the challenges of ageing legal rams, and we talk about the pressure on a guide to ensure success on a once-in-a-lifetime hunt. It’s always a good tim...
2020-11-0653 minEatWild PodcastEatWild 39 - Mule deer hunting - Around the fire with Geoff HorsfieldAre you going deer hunting? Yes? Then this is essential listening! We are hanging out in the wall tent talking mule deer hunting around the fire. I’m joined by my hunting mentor Geoffrey Horsfield, and my pals Jenny P and Scott Donker after a successful hunt in the grassland country in British Columbia. We are quizzing Geoff on his mule deer hunting techniques. We talk about spot and stock, still hunting timber and other tips for successful mule deer hunting. This is one of the more fun episodes that we’ve recorded. I’ve been holding onto it and since l...
2020-10-091h 10EatWild PodcastEatWild 38 - Counting to 10 - A moose hunting storyI set out on an elk hunting trip with good pals Will, Ben, Tome and Tom. Our plan was to float down the river, camp on the riverbank, and hunt elk for the week. Elk hunting was pretty slow and I was getting discouraged when things took a big turn. I was set up calling for Elk, I heard a crunch, and an unexpected critter showed up.
In some parts of BC, we have an open moose season, but you can only harvest immature bulls that have 2 points or less, or mature bulls that have 3 points on the...
2020-09-2652 minEatWild PodcastEatWild 37 - Reflecting on our 3 sheep 2 elk hunting adventure - Managing expectationsThis is the wrap-up episode of our adventure hunt podcast planning series. Celina, Jenny and I are on the road on our way back from our packrafting hunting adventure. Sadly we are not coming home with an animal from the trip. We worked hard, we learned a ton, built new skills, and had so much fun. So does all that make up for not coming home with an animal? We discuss our evolving expectations and reflect on our experience from the trip. We recorded this in the truck while on the road so the audio quality kinda sucks, but the...
2020-09-2345 minEatWild PodcastEatWild 36 - 150 kms of wilderness river paddling- What we learnedWe are joined by Christy Long to debrief our packrafting adventures on the river. Christy is a whitewater paddling guide. She supported Jenny, Celina, and me with paddling training ahead of our trip. On our trip, as we looked over some tricky water ahead, we would ask our selves: "What would Christy say?" Now we get to ask. So enjoy!
We used Alpacka Forager rafts on this trip.
2020-09-111h 02EatWild PodcastEatWild 35 - The grind of sheep country - Adventure hunt E4Jenny, Celina and I are waiting out a rainstorm in sheep country. We are 5 days into our adventure hunt. We have left the rafts on the river and fought our way up the mountains into sheep habitat. In this podcast, we talk about the challenges and some tricks for getting from the river or the road up into the alpine country. Good terrain and forest cover assessment can make or break a successful ascent up the mountain. Hope you enjoy it!
2020-09-0637 minEatWild PodcastEatWild 34 - Backpacking food - keeping it light and gourmet with West Coast KitchenJoin for episode 4 of our expedition hunting planning series. In this episode, we are talking backpacking food for a 12-day backpack-packrafting hunting expedition. We have invited Penny from West Coast Kitchen to hang out with us and talk about how to keep food light and gourmet.
Celina, Jenny and I are on our way into the mountain and we are counting ounces to keep our weight down, but we still need to max out calories to keep up climbing mountains.
Specifically, we talk about:
How do we keep it light and taste?
How many calories do I need to bring...
2020-08-081h 02EatWild PodcastEatWild 33 - Packrafting with Thor Tingey of Alpacka RaftsIn this episode, we're joined by Thor Tingey of Alpacka Raft. Jennie P, Celina and I are doing our research on how to best prepare for a 12-day packrafting wilderness adventure. So we thought we would invite the expert on all things packrafting. We had a ton of fun hanging out with Thor as he shares the origin story of the packraft, a few adventures, and everything we need to know to prepare and plan for our adventure.
Specifically, we discuss how durable these boats are, and what types of repairs we can plan for? How much weight can we...
2020-08-0155 minEatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 32 - Sheep and Sheep Hunting with Mike BridgerWildlife biologist Mike Bridger joins us in this episode to talk about planning for a sheep hunt in Northern BC. As a Provincial biologist for the Northern BC, Mike gets the privilege of overseeing the management of wildlife in the remnant wilderness of North America. All nine big game species thrive in this area and Mike's job is to keep an eye on things. He pretty much has the coolest job in North America. Mike is passionate about his work managing Stone's Sheep, and he is a self-described elk hunting fanatic.
Celina, Jenny and I are continuing our podcast...
2020-07-171h 02EatWild PodcastEatWild 31 - Adventure hunt planning - Packrafting for sheep and elk - Part 1I'm getting excited! Safe and successful hunts start with research, planning, practice and gearing up with the right equipment for the trip. It takes time and commitment to pull it all together, but for me, it might be the best part of the trip.
Jenny P, Celina and I are in the process of putting together what will be an adventure of a lifetime. We are planning to fly packrafts into the Northern Rockies and drift down 100 kms of river through spectacular sheep, elk and moose country.
Join us for the next series of podcasts as...
2020-07-0356 minEatWild PodcastEatWild 30 - Dylan's first bear hunt - Tips and tricks of the road hunterEatWild 30 - Dylan's first bear hunt - Tips and tricks of the road hunter
In this episode, I'm hanging out with my hunting partner Jenny P. She's taking me along on a bear hunt. As I learned, bear hunting includes a lot of Truck Huntin'. Jenny is a bit of a pro-truck-hunter, so we thought it might be fun to break down the tips and tricks of the road hunter. Along the way, we recap our hunting adventure and my first ever bear hunting experience.
I have struggled with the idea of hunting bear. I've had long relationships with blac...
2020-06-131h 13EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 29 - The Bison hide - Hide tanning with Mara Cur
"Wow...how do I take care of this amazing hide?" That's what I needed to know when I walked up on the dead Bison in the snow. Fortunately, my friend Mara was expecting this call from me.
In this episode, I’m joined by Mara Cur of Crow's Nest Wildcraft, a hide tanner, land tender, and community herbalist and teacher. Mara and I connected a while back to offer a hide tanning workshop with the EatWild community. On that call standing over the massive Bison, Mara walked me through the important steps of taking care of the hide. I have since dropped...
2020-05-301h 07EatWild PodcastEatWild 28 - Indigenous rights and title to the land - what Hunters need to know - Part 2 with La'goot
I am connecting with La’goot Spencer Greening over Zoom for part 2 of our discussion on Indigenous rights and title and wildlife management. In our first conversation, we talked about Indigenous approaches to harvesting fish and wildlife throughout the seasons. In this episode, we get into the sticky bits of a much more complex discussion about the legal framework that reaffirms Indigenous rights and title to manage the land and what that means for current and future wildlife/fisheries management in British Columbia. Will resident hunters lose access to hunting and fishing opportunities? What would it look like if First Natio...
2020-05-092h 01EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast - COVID 19 - Can you hunt in BC?Can we go hunting in British Columbia during the COVID 19 pandemic? Answer: Maybe, if we all follow the Provincial Heath Orders, guidelines, and recommendations. I am sitting down with Jesse Zieman of BCWF and Mark Hall of the Hunter Conservationist podcast to discuss the recent announcement by the Province of BC that hunting is an essential service and what that means for hunting during the COVID 19 pandemic. This announcement is good news for hunters, but this announcement could lead to a misunderstanding in the hunting community and unintended consequences. Hunting as an “Essential Service” means that the Province will ensure...
2020-04-2439 minEatWild PodcastEatWild Episode 27 - Seasons of Eating Wild with La'goot Spencer GreeningIn this episode, I am joined by La’goot Spencer Greening. La’goot is a Tsimshian leader, storyteller and academic. In addition to being a passionate hunter and forager, La’goot is generous about sharing his knowledge around the importance of indigenous knowledge and stewardship of the land. We got together to talk about Indigenous and resident hunter perspectives on wildlife management and hunting. Over a cup of tea, we ended up talking about the commonalities of our way of life as it revolves around the seasons of eating wild. We are planning a follow-up episode shortly to dig into the poli...
2020-04-101h 39EatWild PodcastEatWild Episode 26 - Listen to your elders; it’s storytime with Larri Woodrow.Listen to your elders; it’s storytime with Larri Woodrow.
Success in hunting and fishing, and in life for that matter, is achieved much more easily with the benefit of knowledge. I attribute my competence as a hunter and fisher, and my confidence in life, to the knowledge that has been shared with me by the elders along the way.
In this episode, I’m hanging out with Larri Woodrow. Larri is a grandfather, teacher, conservationist, hunter, fisher, adventurer and storyteller. I’m fortunate to call Larri my good friend. His passion for wilderness has driven him to...
2020-03-261h 01EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 25 - Rookie hunter success! EatWild First Buck Banquet stories from the dinner tableJoin us at the dinner table to hear first harvest success stories from the EatWild hunter community. The First Buck Banquet is an annual event where new hunters are invited to come for dinner and share their first harvest stories. All of the hunters bring something special for the dinner table from the harvest. This is a fun event and I hope you enjoy the stories.
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EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 24 - Why is hunting so hard?Why is hunting so hard? In this episode, I am joining Mike and Kelly of the Rookie Hunter Podcast, Mark and Curtis of the Hunter Conservationist Podcast, and Jenny Ly of the Chasing Food Club blog for a live recording of a podcast/swapcast. We talk about the barriers and challenges for hunting success. We get into the different measures of what success means on a hunt. Is it just about filling the freezer or getting eyes on a mature animal? A big thanks to the crew at Filson Vancouver for hosting us at there shop. This event was host...
2020-02-131h 32EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 23 - Bison adventures finale (Part 3)The Bison has tipped! Join us for the conclusion of our Bison hunting adventure. All of the mistakes, hard work, and lessons learned result in some exciting hunts for our rookie bison hunting crew. Catch the end of the story here and a bit of the celebration.
Thanks to the crew for putting up with the podcast machine! The crew: @seanbadart @devontaylorstewart @taylor.j.e.woodcock @jennyp403
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Follow along with our rookie Bison hunting cr...
2020-02-111h 08EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 22 - Bison adventures (Part 2)Part 2 of the 3 part Bison adventures podcast series. Our rookie Bison hunting crew are carrying on with our adventure and taking steps towards success. This episode recounts days 3 and 4 of the hunt. Some near misses, lessons learned and some foreshadowing of events to come. Enjoy!
2020-02-091h 58EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 21 - Bison adventures (Part 1)We are hunting Bison! Follow along with our rookie Bison hunting crew as we figure out how to hunt this majestic animal. Our hunting group drew a "once-in-a-lifetime" tag to hunt Bison in Northern B.C.
At one time there were over 60 million Bison roaming the plains of North America. Market hunting and habitat destruction reduced the herd to less than a thousand animals by 1900. Since then, numerous conservation efforts have helped Bison recover to over 500,000 animals. It's estimated that there is a population of over 2000 Bison living in B.C. The Bison herd is expanding and they a...
2020-02-052h 04EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 20 - A guide to missing deerHave you ever missed a shot at an animal? Nerves, distance, brush or just plain poor judgement can lead to a miss on an animal. In this episode, we are talking about the factors that lead up to a missed shot and reflect on how we can improve our decision making and skill set to minimize the potential of this happening. I am joined by hunting partner Chef Mark Perrier and hunting guide and friend Nolan Osborne of the Journal of Mountain Hunting. This is swapcast with the Journal Of Mountain Hunting "Beyond the Kill Podcast" so you can f...
2020-01-131h 33
EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 19 - How to cook wild gameIn this episode, I am hanging out with Chef Mark Perrier of Savio Volpe and Jody Peck of Wild Northern way. We are having an in-depth discussion on cooking wild game meat. We cover off fundamentals of how to get the most out of your harvest. Don't miss this episode if you like to eat wild, or just like talking about food!
Jody, Mark, and Dylan are launching EatWild Cooks in January 2020. We will be hosting a series of wild game cooking classes over the next few months. Join us to learn the fundamental of cooking wild game a...
2019-12-061h 11EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 18 - Where did all the deer go? Deer population dynamics with Jesse ZemanIn this episode, I am joined by Jesse Zeman of the British Columbia Wildlife Federation. This past whitetail hunting season was the most challenging year on record for our hunting camp. Simply put we saw very few deer over our 10-day hunt. This led me to want to know what was going with the deer population. Too much logging? Too many hunters? Too many predators? What gives?
Jesse and I sat down to chat about deer population dynamics to better understand how that impacts hunting success and opportunities in BC. Jesse is the Director of the Fish and W...
2019-11-2956 minEatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 17 - Firearms care in the field with Travis BaderIn this episode, I am hanging out with Travis Bader of Silvercore Inc. Silvercore is a leader in firearms training in Canada. We are chatting about firearms care, maintenance, and storage while on the hunt and in the field. We also get into some fundamentals of firearms safety when hunting, around camp, and in the vehicle. You can find out more about Silvercore @ www.silvercore.ca
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2019-07-241h 33EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 16 - Hunting on Unceded First Nations Traditional TerritoriesIn this podcast, we are talking about how hunters can help work towards reconciliation with Indigenous communities. This is a very difficult conversation, but it one that we need to have as Canadians, British Colombians and Hunters.
Here in British Columbia, Indigenous communities have lived, hunted, and manage resources on these lands for time immemorial (a really long time!). For many of us whose families have settled on these lands, we are now unravelling an uncomfortable history of colonization. We are just starting to understand the implications of this history and the responsibility that we share to wor...
2019-05-081h 25EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 15 - Safety in the mountainsRob and I are waiting out a storm and hoping for the skies to clear so we get out on our sheep hunt. Rob Wilson is a Park Ranger and a 20-year veteran with Seach and Rescue teams and has spent many days and nights looking for lost hikers and skiers in the mountains. In this podcast, we are talking about planning for safety on an adventure trip. We review the essential gear you need to pack with you and tips for staying safe on adventures in the mountains.
2019-02-281h 06EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 14 - Hunt of a lifetime - Roosevelt Elk AdventureHunting partner Will Varda won the draw for a Roosevelt Elk hunt on the west coast of BC. In this episode, we talk about the planning, challenges and unexpected success on this once in a lifetime hunt. Check it out!
2018-12-141h 13EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 13 - The long road to hunting success - Elk hunting storiesIn this episode, I am hanging out my good pals Tome and Will. They have just returned from their first successful elk hunt. They both started hunting about five years ago. In this episode, we chat about the journey to becoming successful hunters. We also cover some lessons learned and strategies for hunting elk in Britsh Columbia. I hope you enjoy!
2018-12-081h 35EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 012: Jody Peck - Bush Cook, Hunting Guide, and Artist - A fresh take on the guide outfitting industry (commercial hunting)This podcast I’m joined by my friend Jody Peck for a chat about the hunting guide outfitting industry. Jody grew up in commercial hunting camps cooking, guiding and hanging out in the wilderness. She still cooks for the industry during the hunting season, but spends her offseason as a successful artist working on cool projects. Jody brings a unique perspective on the guide outfitting industry, new hunters, and life as an artist in the city of Vancouver.
To find out more about Jody Peck and what she’s up to, check out her out here: www.wildnorth...
2018-06-1841 min
EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 011: First Buck Banquet 2018, New Hunter StoriesFirst moose, deer and bear hunting stories. Join us at the dinner table for the annual EatWild First Buck Banquet. New hunters are invited to join the EatWild team for dinner and then everyone takes a turn telling their first successful hunt story. So stick around and share in the hard work, success, trials and tribulations of these new hunters. Hope you enjoy the episode!
2018-03-2958 minEatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 010: Jesse Zeman on Sheep Hunting and Advocating for Wild ThingsConservationist Jesse Zeman of the BC Wildlife Federation joins me for dinner and we are talking about sheep hunting and what you can do to advocate for wild animals and the places they live.
2018-02-201h 23EatWild PodcastEatWild Podcast 9: Whitetail Camp - Perspectives on Hunting, Habitat and Wildlife Management from 1951 to 2017We are in Whitetail camp and sitting around a warm fire in the wall tent. In this episode, my brother and I hang out with hunting mentors Pete, Larri, and Geoff after a successful day of whitetail hunting. With over 150 years of collective hunting experience in British Columbia, the guys have seen it all. So stick around to get perspective on the changes in habitat, wildlife populations, and hunter success over the past 60 years.
2018-01-071h 10