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Fresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyState Transfer is Simply UN-AMERICAN! | Week of Feb. 10In this week's episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, Randy and Marcus dive into the ongoing debate over federal land management. They discuss potential solutions that would allow Congress to manage our public lands properly—without resorting to selling them off to state land boards. From funding challenges to policy changes, they explore ways to keep these lands accessible for future generations. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on protecting our public lands and ensuring they remain in public hands! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-1438 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyMILLIONS of Acres Will be LOST FOREVER | Week of Feb. 3In this episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, Marcus and Randy break down the harsh reality of federal land transfers and what they mean for recreational shooters. If federal lands are handed over to state land boards, millions of acres currently open to target shooting could be lost forever. They discuss real-world examples, the differences in land management policies, and why public land advocates should be paying attention. Don’t take access for granted—tune in to find out what’s at stake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-02-0825 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyState Land is NOT Public Land | Week of Jan. 20This week we’re discussing transferring federal land to the states and in particular state land boards, what a state land board is, what their responsibilities are and the history of them selling off their land.The big news story from the week is president Trump's executive orders and what they might mean to public land users and hunters.Backcountry Hunter’s and Anglers released a statement detailing some of the changes that will come from the result of the orders in Alaska.In Wyom...2025-01-2530 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyGiving Federal Land to the States (Week of January 13)This week, Randy and I are kicking off a series about public land transfer and how the same old ideas of selling and transferring public lands are popping back up.We’ll revisit how Utah has been pushing the idea of transferring federal land to the state and how the Supreme Court recently shut them down. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case was certainly a win for public land advocates, but this idea and movement are not going away anytime soon.So, Randy is going to brea...2025-01-1725 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyPoliticians Cashing in on Public LandHunting season is in full swing, but Randy is fired up! So we sat down for a quick conversation about selling or transferring federal public lands. JD Vance recently mentioned the idea of transferring federal land to the states to address housing affordability along with the Biden administration talking about building housing on federal land. Randy's series on Public Land Transfer is still very relevant. Check it out here. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLdxutimd-JvLtlmkrjgsehgJ46BX-lhP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...2024-10-0936 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyPaying for Comfy Lives with the Currency of WildlifeThis week, we’re discussing how wildlife and habitat are often used as currency to pay for our high standards of living and lower energy costs. We also discuss how issues are very often only evaluated economically and not biologically.In Montana, a judge just ruled in favor of Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks in a case in which a private landowner group sued the state for failing to kill enough elk.In Massachusetts, an Act Modernizing Firearm Laws was recently signed into law, which will significantly impact hunters....2024-08-0225 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyConservation Groups Can't Bid on Oil & GasThis week, we’re discussing Wyoming’s recent ban on conservation groups bidding on oil and gas leases on state land and how, by doing so, they might actually be hurting the school system that they’re obligated to fund.A recently published study shows how human recreation and noise can negatively impact wildlife by displacing them and keeping them out of the area for extended periods.In Wyoming, billionaire Joe Ricketts has halted construction on a massive resort near a small town along a mule deer migration corridor.2024-07-1927 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyFollow The Science... Unless You Don't Like It | Week of June 24This week, for our deeper dive, we’re talking about a new research project on Chronic Wasting Disease in Wyoming and how the best available science to slow the spread of the disease is likely not what hunters want to hear.In Wyoming, a ranch and family are attempting to close down a road that accesses a significant amount of public land. The road is also a primary access point for other landowners and the county.Andrew McKean with Outdoor Life recently published an article that dissects a new re...2024-06-2825 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyAre You a Public Land Jerk? | Week of June 17This week, we’re discussing how you might be a jerk on public lands and not even realize it.A few news stories from this week include the following:A quick update on Colorado’s proposal to do away with non-resident over-the-counter archery elk tags.In Montana, American Prairie just acquired 12,500 more acres of land, bringing its total between deeded and leased property to 475,000 acres.In Wyoming, Joe Ricketts, the founder of TD Ameritrade, has been attempting to build a lu...2024-06-2137 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyNo More OTC Elk in CO? | Week of June 3This week, we discuss how Colorado might shift away from over-the-counter opportunities for non-resident archery elk hunting.In Texas, the Parks and Wildlife Department killed off an entire herd of high-fence white-tailed deer after a severe Chronic wasting Disease outbreak and years of legal battles.In Montana, Governor Greg Gianforte is again in the spotlight after the New York Times published a story highlighting some new information on his questionable wolf-trapping incident from a few years back.The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation recently announced...2024-06-0800 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyConflicts of Interest on Game Commissions | Week of May 27This week, we discussed some potential conflicts of interest within Fish and Wildlife commissions and how certain individuals could directly benefit from their votes as commissioners. In Montana, the statewide mule deer permit was recently raffled off by Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, raising a record amount of money for mule deer conservation.Last December, the Duck Stamp Modernization Act was signed into law. This act will allow federal duck stamps to be purchased online, and an E-Stamp will be valid throughout the season.In...2024-05-3133 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyReduction in Wild HorsesThis week, we are talking about Wild Horses in the West. They’ve been overpopulated on public lands for years… but have finally seen the biggest single-year population reduction since 1985.Randy failed to mention last week that he received the Wallace Pate award at the RMEF celebration. This is the highest conservation honor that RMEF gives out! Link to video on the award: https://youtu.be/0MJ8wd0Z1o0?si=yzhEIYAuB_pEB9BsWe have a quick update on the Corner crossing case in W...2024-05-1830 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBLM Policy Punted like a Political Football | Week of May 6Randy Newberg TAKEOVER! Marcus and Michael are busy catching Walleye and Smallmouth so Randy stepped in to deliver this week’s news.On this week’s episode, we are celebrating Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s 40th Anniversary. In the last 40 years, RMEF has amassed 12,000 members, conserved 8.9 million acres as well as improved or secured access for 1.5 million acres. The mission continues! To signup for RMEF visit this link - https://www.rmef.org/join/40th Anniversary Articleshttps://ww...2024-05-1024 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyRange Wide Wildlife Declines | Week of April 29This week, we are talking about the overall decline of wildlife, shifting baselines, and the biggest factors that affect long-term population levels.Randy Newberg, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, and Congressman Bruce Westerman received Theodore Roosevelt’s Conservation Awards for 2024!We have a quick recap from last week’s episode. Michael, Jace, Kara, and I went to shoot in the NRL hunter competition in Idaho, where we learned a lot about precision shooting.In Pennsylvania, two bills have been introduced that could remove the longstanding prohibition of S...2024-05-0434 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBecoming a Better Shot | Week of April 22This week we’re discussing a news series we're creating to become a better shot with a rifle but also how recreational shooters might contribute more money to conservation than hunters.A few news stories from this week include the following.In Alaska the Bureau of Land management has released their final supplemental environmental impact statement in regards to the construction of the Ambler Road where they have recommended "No Action".News of chronic wasting disease potentially infecting humans has been spreading like wild fi...2024-04-2633 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWhat Creates Hunting Culture? | Fresh Tracks Weekly | Week of April 8This week, we’re discussing what creates hunting culture and how it changes over time and by region.This week, we have just a few headlines, including a bill that, if voters approve it, could impose an additional tax on firearms and ammunition in Colorado.Boulder County implemented a hunting ban that the Forest Service argues is unauthorized, and researchers across the West have put out a new volume of Wildlife Migration routes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-04-1335 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyTaking Away Public Ownership of Fish And Wildlife? | Week of April 1This week we’re talking about how there’s a potential threat to the public’s ownership of fish and wildlife as the Georgia Legislature passed a bill that stripped language from a law that had to do with the public trust doctrine.A few news stories that we also cover include;The Alaska Governor recently announced new appointments to the Board of Fisheries and Board of Game which included Fresh Tracks regular, Jim Baichtal!A study in Michigan has been trying to figure out if...2024-04-0625 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklySuing the Feds for Profit | Week of March 25This week, we are discussing how non-profits will sue federal agencies to stop them from managing land and how they use the Equal Access to Justice Act to profit from the lawsuits. Also, a few headlines we found interesting include;In Washington, the push to restore grizzly bears in the North Cascades continues, with the National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service publishing their final Environmental Impact Statements.Wolves have potentially been sighted in Nevada, which is definitely not a normal...2024-03-2933 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyArizona Cancels Auction Tags | Week of March 18This week, we discuss how the Arizona Game and Fish Commission just voted to cancel its auction permits, which had previously raised millions of dollars for conservation.In addition to that, we touch on a few headlines and legislative updates.In Montana, a bill from the last legislative session is still in the air. SB442 is in headlines again, as the mail-out ballots are being sent out to determine whether the Governor’s veto can be overridden.The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership recently published so...2024-03-2224 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyPutting More Sheep on the Mountain | Week of March 11This week, we are discussing putting more animals on the mountain, with bighorn sheep in Montana as the main example. We will also briefly cover the following headlines.In Kentucky, a bill has passed out of Committee and to the Senate that could have significant consequences for the Kentucky Department of Wildlife Resources and, ultimately, the hunters and anglers in the state.The Arizona Game and Fish Commission is meeting today and potentially voting on whether or not to do away with their conservation permits.2024-03-1518 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyScrewing Over the Non-Resident Hunter | Week of Feb. 26This week we are talking about screwing over the Non-resident hunter, how multiple states are adopting regulations that restrict numbers, restrict access, or raise prices for non-residents… along with a few news stories which include;In Montana, Fish Wildlife and Parks plans to give out a free moose, sheep, or goat license to residents who purchase a general deer or elk tag early.Also, in Montana, the State Supreme Court sided with the Department of Environmental Quality and the Black Butte Project regarding the controversial copper mine along the Sw...2024-03-0229 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyYou ARE the Algorithm | Week of Feb. 19This week we are talking about YouTube and social media and why certain hunting content rises to the top, and why certain things come across your individual feed.We also have a few news stories to cover including:In Wyoming a bill is currently making its way through the state house of representatives that would pay private landowners who have elk grazing on their property. The bill would offer the affected landowners 150% of the market value of the grass.In Colorado, the allocation of...2024-02-2427 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWild Game Flavors | Week of Feb. 12This week, we have a special guest, Kara Landolfi, and we will discuss some misconceptions about wild game meat.In addition to that, we have a few news stories we found interesting.In Idaho, a bill was recently introduced that would allow outfitters to purchase an additional bighorn sheep, mountain goat, or moose tag IF said outfitter fills a wolf tag while guiding.Also, in Idaho, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Idaho Fish and Game worked together to add an additional 328 acres to...2024-02-1731 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyManaging Wildlife Into the Ground? | Week of Feb. 4This week we’re going to talk about how hunting regulations impact wildlife populations and how people often over emphasize the impact hunters have on wildlife.In Nebraska, a bill was introduced that would transfer money out of the state game fund into the general fund along with transferring money from the Habitat fund and State parks fund into the general fund.In British Columbia the first cases of Chronic wasting disease were recently reported.In Alaska the State has updated the regulations for th...2024-02-1024 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyIncreased Hunting Demand in the West | Week of Jan. 29This week, we are talking about the increase of hunters in the West, the increase in population in the Western states, and what it means for the future of wildlife and their habitats. Also, we talk about some of the friction between non-resident and resident hunters.In Washington, the bill to make hunting and fishing a constitutional right is making progress. The bill passed out of the Ag committee and moved onto the Rules committee.In Utah, seven different structures were recently completed to help fish and wildlife in...2024-02-0330 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyDisplacing Iowa Deer Hunters | Week of Jan. 15This week we are going to talk about a bill in Iowa which could have a rippling affect of displacing hunters, and the dangers of going down the road of privatizing hunting.The Bureau of Land Management recently released their roadmap for solar energy development on public lands in the west.In Montana a Judge recently ruled that lawmakers will have the ability to override Governor’s Gianforte’s controversial veto of bill last legislative session.In Colorado, the April Mountain lion season has been...2024-01-2023 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyEnd of Non-Resident Caribou Hunting | Week of Jan. 8This week, our deeper dive is about recent proposals in Alaska that could shut down a ton of Caribou hunting for non-residents.Read Alaska Board of Game Proposals for upcoming meeting here: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=gameboard.meetinginfo&date=01-26-2024&meeting=kotzebueSubmit Public Comment Here:https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/9af2ddc8fa584113a3d3d476ae9bef8bRead Outdoor Life Article here: https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/proposals-to-close-non-resident-caribou-hunting-in-northwest-alaska/We bring the...2024-01-1229 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWhat would MORE Predators on the Landscape mean for Colorado? | Week of October 15On this week's episode, we recap our crew's hunting season and jump into some news surrounding Colorado predators. Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tvBackcountry BC and Ceasar Lake Outfitters • https://backcountrybcandbeyond.com/Randy's British Columbia Caribou & Moose • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0B0rIAww7hA&t=705sSeptember Idaho Archery Elk with Randy and Michael• Episode 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ws0b8zBddPU• Epi...2023-10-2105 minThe Common Good PodcastThe Common Good PodcastKori Hockett, Principal at Wheaton Academy, on social media use among teensWheaton Academy, a private high school in West Chicago, turns 170 this year (!) and Kori Hockett joins Aubrey and Brian in studio to talk about the latest research on phones and teenagers. She also provides tips for parents who want to start addressing phone use in the home. Learn more about the school at wheatonacademy.org. Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-10-1818 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyFunding for Hunter Ed, Winchester Dam and Alaskan Moose Adventures! | Fresh Tracks Weekly (Ep. 54)On this week's episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, we talk Hunter Ed. Funds, the infamous Winchester Dam, Randy shares an update from the Utah Pronghorn Field and for our Deeper Dive, Marcus and friends share their experiences as non-residents hunting in Alaska. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-10-0648 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyStaying Safe while Hunting in Grizzly Country | Week of September 11Hunting Season is upon us! On this week's episode, we cover on Oregon's IP3, the re-opening of Swan Lake National Wildlife Refugee, and House Bill 1300 in Pennsylvania. Also, Randy and Michael give us an update on their Idaho Elk hunt and we jump into our deeper dive topic of hunting in grizzly country. Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-09-1530 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBillionaires Taking Our Public Lands? | Week of August 21This week we are talking about a potential land swap in Nevada that could potentially cause the public to lose 150,000 acres of public land along with decreased access.We have a pretty sweet Fishing Corner with Michael Parente.The U.S. Fish Wildlife Service just announced that the Alexander Archipelago wolf was not warranted for listing under the endangered species act.California Department of Fish and Wildlife recently confirmed that there is a new wolf pack in the state more than 200 miles from the...2023-08-2527 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHunter Ed Funding Cut | Week of August 7This week Randy and Marcus are going to talk about the recent interpretation of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act that has potentially led to funding being cut for hunter education and archery programs in schools.In Montana three women were attacked by a river otter while floating the Jefferson river. In Vail Colorado there is finally some closure on the long-term dispute over a proposed housing development on bighorn sheep winter range.In Montana the Alliance for the Wild Rockies recently won a court...2023-08-1130 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyGrizzlies in Montana | Week of July 24This week we’re going to do a deeper dive on Grizzly Bears. Talk about recent attacks, and the increasing frequency we’ve been running into them.In Nevada, feral horses are in the headlines again after animal advocacy groups are mad about the conditions in which horses are gathered on public land.We continue to see changes for the 2023 hunting seasons as state game agencies account for the toll last winter took on wildlife populations. Recently, both North Dakota and Montana just announced tag reductions.2023-07-2832 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyElk Management in MT | Week of July 17thComment on the Draft MT Elk Management Plan: https://fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/public-comment-opportunities/draft-elk-planHandmade Leather Goodshttps://flowersandfringe.com/This week we’ve got a little of news, but then we’re diving into Montana’s Elk Management plan and Randy tells us how to get involved and be a part of the process. The the last time the elk management plan was updated was 2005! So it might be awhile before we get to weigh in again.In Minnesota the Depart...2023-07-2132 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHow to Save Pronghorn | Week of July 10This week we’re diving deep into migration barriers, some new science coming out showing how to identify migration barriers and how removing old fence can make a big difference.But before we get into that we get a little update on some Montana fishing, everything from cutthroat to largemouth bass as well as a quick sheep scouting update. A rain derailed and collapsed a bridge into the Yellowstone River spilling an estimated 500,000 pounds of liquid asphalt into the water.In Montana recreation users wi...2023-07-1430 minThe Altitude ShowThe Altitude ShowRandy Newberg, Marcus Hockett - Dilly Bars and ElkRandy Newberg is a hunter. Randy is the voice of the public land hunter in America. Decades of chasing all species across public lands has provided both experience and perspective that has allowed Randy to become the leading advocate for the self-guided hunter; hunters dependent upon public lands for hunting access. What started by accident, has grown into two popular TV shows, Fresh Tracks and On Your Own Adventures, accompanied by the long-standing Hunt Talk web forum. Now added to those platforms is the Hunt Talk Podcast where you get Randy Newberg, unfiltered. Randy uses his...2023-07-101h 06Fresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyTechnology is RUINING Hunting!Well ruining might be a little extreme... but there is no doubt that advancements in technology can increase hunter success and lead to less opportunity over time. This will be the topic for this week's deeper dive.A brief recap of some weekend fishing where Michael caught some big walleye and trout. Oregon House Bill 3086 has passed both the house and the senate and is currently waiting to be signed into law. The U.S. Fish Wildlife Service recently announced new hunting opportunities on...2023-06-3033 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHunters Not Needed?We have a quick recap of some weekend bighorn sheep scouting which is proving to be a fun but tough experience. A few news headlines including the Nevada's latest reports on the decline of mule deer and bighorn sheep.Chronic wasting disease has now been confirmed in a road killed deer in Florida adding to the list of states dealing with the spread of this terminal disease, but a new research project sheds some hopeful light on the future as they've realized certain genetic traits cause deer to be...2023-06-2332 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklySheep Scouting, Bear Hunting and Dog Training | Week of June 12This week for the deeper dive we talk a little bighorn sheep scouting, hear about Michael and Jace's recent bear hunt and Blake's progress on bird dog training.Michael also gives us the lowdown in the fishing corner recapping a little walleye outing along with improving trout conditions.For news we find that Oklahoma finally confirmed their wild deer to test positive for Chronic Wasting Disease.Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's Commission has drafted a new policy that appears to be less friendly...2023-06-2233 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyRandy Leasing an Oil Well?AnyFin Goes Paddlefish Episode:    • ANYFIN GOES! Mont...  This week we’re talking about a few recent headlines concerning public land and public access. We give a quick update from a weekend of paddlefish fishing along with picking up a few catfish. For news we have updates on the Wyoming corner crossing case and how Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks reacted to the ruling of the case.An update on the Colorado court case concerning an angler suing a private landowner in...2023-06-0929 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHUGE Ruling In The Wyoming Corner Crossing Case | Week of May 29Randy Gives an update on what the crew has been up to. Michael has a fishing report from Fort Peck. Marcus is back from his bear hunt and Randy gives some news updates. This week for the deeper dive, the crew discusses the recent ruling in the Wyoming corner crossing case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-06-0736 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBear Camp Update From Alaska and More! | Week of May 22Randy Newberg gives an update on his Black Bear hunt in Alaska! A man mistakenly kills a grizzly bear thinking it was a black bear in Wyoming... Marcus and Kara are digging up clams and catching crabs with their friends! And Michael is fishing during spring runoff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-06-0716 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyOdds of Drawing a Sheep Tag | Week of May 15Big news. Marcus drew a bighorn sheep tag in Montana.A lot of excitement and plans going into the upcoming season but also reeling back and talking about the status of bighorn sheep in Montana along with Shiras moose and mountain goat. sMany people wait a lifetime to draw one of these tags and unfortunately in Montana, populations are trending down while applications are trending up.We ponder what we can do and what research has been done and will hopefully be done...2023-05-1939 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyOpen Season on Wild Horses? | Week of May 8After a few week break we're back with some turkey hunting and fishing stories.A little news concerning SB 442 in Montana where Governor Gianforte vetoed a popular bill concerning the marijuana tax revenue that was supposed to go to Habitat Montana.Some news concerning new gun laws in Washington, an update on Colorado's supreme court case that could affect stream access and a new paper that claims wild burros and mountain lions are great for desert ecosystem but has been met with a lot of skepticism from biologists.2023-05-1341 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHunting Myths | Week of April 17Montana turkey season started out great ,filling a couple tags on opening day! We cooked one of the birds in a couple different ways to make some office lunches this week.Michael finally got his boat out so gives us the fishing update in which he landed a few nice walleye, bass, trout and pike. The snow keeps coming in the western United States, with the majority of the Snotel sites measuring over 150% snow water equivalent. Arizona Game and Fish sent out an email warning turkey hunters areas are...2023-04-2146 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWhat's Killing all the Mule Deer? | Week of April 10It's Spring in Montana! By "Spring" I mean it's turkey and bear season!Michael fills us in with all things fishing as he's been getting more excited about gear for walleye and bass than he is fly fishing for trout.For news, we have an update on the two Montana bills that are competing over the marijuana tax revenue that was supposed to go to Habitat Montana.John Meyer was arrested for Criminal Trespass for collecting water samples Yellowstone Club property.2023-04-1536 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyAntelope or Pronghorn? | Week of April 3This week Randy is taking over Fresh Tracks Weekly to give his thoughts on a few things going on in the legislative world.There has been a movement to add the right to hunt, fish and trap to state's constitutions to try and ensure these activities can continue into the future. Randy gives an update on states that have already achieved this along with a few more currently trying.Randy also talks about how to gain access primarily in the form of getting hunting access on state trust lands...2023-04-0734 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHow Winter Kills WildlifeTwo new national monuments have been designated. What does that mean for public access and management?A grizzly bear reintroduction is back on the table for the Northern Cascades mountains in Washington.Three different bills have been introduced before congress to delist wolves nationwide and two different grizzly bear populations.An interesting study looked at artificial water sources and whether or not they serve as ambush sites for mountain lions to prey on mule deer.For the deeper dive...2023-03-3127 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyPrivate Land - Hunting Access | Week of March 20We start off with a quick story and recap of our freezer dying and needing to process 200 lbs of meat into pre-made meals, jerky, and summer sausage.We catch up with Michael in the fishing corner with some good times on some Montana rivers.Results from new research on Chronic Wasting Disease shows different methods of detection which could lead to management implications.Alaska's Willow Project was recently been approved opening up oil drilling on millions of acres of land on the North Slope.2023-03-2445 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyThe Almost Death of Randy NewbergFor the full length episode go to YouTube. For the deeper dive we hear the story of how Randy messed up his arm in Portland this week. Was it a bear!? Wild dog?! Mugged in an alley? Find out by listening to his story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-03-1335 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyCan We Hunt Grizzly Bears Next Year?A little fishing update to start off the episode as Michael is still out there swinging bugs.For news we start off with talking about environmental groups suing the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service trying to get them to place Arctic Grayling on the endangered species list. It's a never ending saga that has been going on for 30 years, but a lot of effort has been done to try and save them.Idaho released their results of CWD testing in the state and a little glimpse into their...2023-03-1333 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHow Many Elk do Hunters Kill?This week we're starting out with a quick recipe for slow cooked pronghorn shoulder made from a Nevada antelope and chukar stock.Michael recaps his recent steelhead fishing trip to Idaho which ended up being substantially more successful than last year.We revisit the discussion of renewable energy development on public lands with some new insight into what's going into the decision making.Wyoming has seen severe weather conditions across the state along with a rare disease outbreak that is making life tough for...2023-03-1337 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyShed Antler Hunting Kills Wildlife | Week of February 27Email us weekly@freshtracks.tvMultiple bills are attempting to redistribute funds that are supposed to go to Habitat Montana. Significant tax revenue from the legalization of marijuana was supposed to be directed to a fund in that is used to purchase high quality wildlife habitat and conservation easements but instead lawmakers are trying to redirect it to other projects.A few bills related to easements have been stopped but it sounds like there will likely be continued attacks on conservation easements in the state so we've been cautioned...2023-03-0337 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWhere Does the Money Go?!Email us weekly@freshtrack.tvWe have a new in the field Fishing Corner from Michael, where he runs through his process of winter nymphing for trout.A few news articles this week include the announcement of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to launch a 12-month status review on whether or not they should delist grizzly bears from the Endangered Species List in select populations.Two wolves were recently captured and fitted with GPS collars in Colorado, reminding us that they are...2023-02-1130 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks Weekly"Clean" Public Land EnergyEmail us weekly@freshtracks.tvThis week we catch up with Michael on some sub-zero temp fishing reports.Oregon is trying to amend its constitution to include the right to hunt and fish, making them the 24th state to do so if successful. The boundary waters recently received protections from hard rock mine leasing for the next two years in a watershed that is a favorite amongst outdoorsmen. Idaho Game and Fish plans to continue to reduce their wolf population and is about to release their new draft management plan. The final s...2023-02-0333 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyVirtual Cow Fences, Wild Pigs in MT? & Elk ManagementEmail us weekly@freshtracks.tvShort episode this week with Michael and Randy out of the office. Just a few news segments to recap.Legislation in Kansas to provide free deer tags and defund the game and fish.The roadless rule has been restored on the Tongass National forest in Alaska, what does this mean for wildlife and habitat?Fence removals and cows with gps collars using a virtual fence could revolutionize cattle grazing and help mitigate wildlife barriers.2023-01-2808 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyLegalize Corner Crossing?Email us weekly@freshtrack.tvWe start with a recap from the weekend's chukar hunt where some tasty, cheat grass filled, non-native upland birds were chased down by a bird dog in the cliffs.We hear from Michael's fishing corner where we hear about his new rod he just broke.News segments include three grizzly bears that came down with the bird flu, a poaching case in Nebraska where some celebrities were convicted, an update on some new media coming out of western Wyoming...2023-01-2029 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyAnd We're Back - A Storm Is ComingA Legislative storm of fish and wildlife-related bills is being drafted in Montana and likely in your state as well. Randy gives us a preview of what's to come in Montana in one of the segments of Fresh Tracks Weekly. Hopefully, we can get a weekly update as both good and bad bills are brought forth.We also have some general updates, MP's fishing corner, and news segments. This year we're including more of the crew as we sit around the conference room to discuss the deeper dive. We g...2023-01-1932 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyMedia Has Ruined HuntingEmail us! weekly@freshtracks.tv Public Land Transfer Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...This week we talk about a recently published study looking at the Greater Yellowstone Elk Herd and how much they rely on private land in the winter. Much of the land they utilize in the winter is still unprotected. Conservation easements have recently seen pushback over concerns about land being used for various reasons, including as loopholes for large tax breaks.Elk management in Mo...2023-01-1932 minHunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioAlaska Bison - All Adventure & IntrigueIn this episode (200) of Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is nursing a virus and remotely hosts Jim Baichtal and Marcus Hockett as Jim and Marcus retell the story of Jim's 2022 Alaska bison hunt. Topics covered include logistics of this hunt, how many plane flights, changing river channels, history of Alaska bison, Covid in bison camp, what rafts were used, field care for a beast, bears and fresh meat, changing habitat in the permafrost, burns and bison, and many other tangents that show how some hunts are mostly adventure and logistics, with a quick conclusion when a change is provided.2022-12-191h 57Fresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyLast Episode - It's Hunting SeasonEmail us weekly@freshtracks.tvThis is the last episode for the foreseeable future. Hunting season is starting for us, and we won't have time for the weekly show.We catch up with Michael in the Ohio edition of the fishing corner and jump into a few news items.The Center for Biological Diversity and some other animal welfare groups filed a petition to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service requesting to disqualify Montana and Idaho from receiving Pittman-Robertson funding because of their...2022-08-1228 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBison Ruining a Way of Life? American Prairie vs UPOMEmail us weekly@freshtracks.tvRMEF Films Minam Project https://youtu.be/ADMmzy9bpSMAnother busy week for the Fresh Tracks crew as we gear up for the upcoming season.Michael has been getting some great dry fly action fishing the last couple of weeks and fills us in at the fishing corner.Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation released a film on the Minam River Project in which they are working towards opening up over 15,000 acres of land in prime...2022-08-0528 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWolves are WolvesIt's a busy week for the crew, finishing up edits from last season while prepping for the next hunting season.Wolves, being the charismatic megafauna they are, often pop up in national and hunting-related news feeds. They often gain so much attention for very different reasons depending on the audience.A recent article in Frontiers in Conservation Science reviewed numerous scientific articles and found that many of the extreme stories about wolves are drastically overstated.The Federal Subsistence Board also voted to close two...2022-07-2909 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyElk Management in the WestEmail us weekly@freshtrack.tvVideo Editor Job Posting https://bit.ly/3OrBmonComment on Minnesota Draft Wolf Management Plan https://engage.dnr.state.mn.us/wolf-planThis week we have a crew update, saying farewell and good luck to several employees. We have a sneak peak in to the recent AnyFin Goes episodes currently in production.  We touch on the draft wolf management plan that Minnesota has put out for public comment, talking about the thin line Department of...2022-07-2242 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyCancelling Conservation?This week we get the crew fishing update from the 4th of July weekend.We learn about the funding of the Northern Plains Grassland Project and talk through where the money comes from.We look into the current status of wildfires throughout the United States this summer and ponder the potential consequences to wildlife.For the deeper dive we discuss Andrew Clyde’s newly introduced "RETURN Act" to repeal the Pittman-Robertson Act. He and 53 co-sponsors somehow decided this is a good idea, despite being op...2022-07-0822 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyLosing 75,000 Acres of Public LandIn this episode, we catch up with the crew who's been out fishing quite a bit in the last couple of weeks.News items this week include North Carolina elk and wildlife crossings. Turns out people really like elk back east too and are trying to help with connectivity across busy roadways.A new study was recently published looking into the effects of wind turbines on bats and the cascading effects of removing bats from an ecosystem. A bill was recently introduced attempting to r...2022-07-0123 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyDrawing WY Elk Tag a Thing of the Past?This was the last week of bear hunting for the crew this spring. So we get a quick glimpse of Randy and Marcus’ end-of-the-season efforts. Congratulations to Paul Kemper for getting married to Jordanne!Michael gives us the update on the rivers and the crazy floods that hit this week.We talk about the Vail Bighorn Sheep Initiative and their issues with Vail Resort trying to develop in important winter range.Good news with the Recovering Americas Wildlife Act passing the House, hopefully the momentum continues. We d...2022-06-1725 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHunt For a Purpose | Week of June 6This week we recap a recent paddlefish trip, catch up on Michael's fishing corner, talk about Dale filming the Warriors and Quiet Waters Hunt For a Purpose Program as well as wishing Dale luck on his future endeavors.Topics discussed include over 40,000 acres of newly accessible land for hunting and fishing in Wyoming, recent bills moving forward on firearms and ammunition, wolves causing the death of 143 domestic sheep in Idaho, and learn about a recent study looking into the correlation between elk hoof disease and asymmetrical antlers.For the deeper dive, CEO of Warriors and...2022-06-1038 minFrom the Back Burner PodcastFrom the Back Burner PodcastMarcus HockettIn this episode, I talk with Marcus Hockett, field producer for Fresh Tracks with Randy Newberg. We talk about life behind the scenes, the art of visual storytelling, and cooking for Randy. Sprinkle in a little about a Montanan's perspective living with the state's burgeoning hunting industry now and you have the latest From The Back Burner. I always have a great time with Marcus and I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-06-081h 50Fresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks Weekly1200 Free Tags?! | Week of May 30This week we recap the crew's week, which included chasing bears, turkeys and fish.Recent news includes discussion of a new pilot project in Wyoming for conserving private lands along migration corridors. Talking about about another error made by Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks where 1200 tags were accidentally sent out to non-residents. A new update on the United Property Owners of Montana lawsuit over elk management in Montana. A new portal to nominate parcels Bureau of Land Management Land that has access issues, and discussing the new changes that are incentivizing green energy development on public land.2022-06-0311 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHow Do We Fix MT Elk Management?This week we eat mountain goat tamales that were delicious. We talk about winter ticks and moose and how 90% of calves in a recent study were killed by ticks. We also look into some recent changes with Mexican wolf recovery and recap a presentation that tells the full story of how we got to the current status of wolves in the southwest. Randy joins in to do a deeper dive on ideas in which Montana can work towards fixing elk management in the state. It's a complicated mix of stakeholders who are very passionate a...2022-05-2742 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyMORE Bulls for Billionaires!?We missed last week as we were out bear hunting, but we catch up on some of the crew's stories and catch Michael Parente's fishing report.News on Wyoming Migration Initiative tells the story of a mule deer's migration and encountering barriers. Bird flu sweeping across the country and now infecting wild turkeys, foxes, and a human. Bill to ban lead ammunition on U.S. Fish Wildlife Service Land.In this week's deeper dive we are back on the topic of "bulls for billionaires" as there...2022-05-2030 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyCorner Crossing Legal?!Email us at weekly@freshtracks.tvThe Fresh Tracks crew was spread out all over last week. We get Randy Newberg's beaver trapping report, Dale Evan's turkey hunting report, and Michael Parente's fishing report.We touch on a few headlines including the passage of the MAPLand Act, the Forest Service's new Wildfire Crisis Strategy, and changes to Arizona's over-the-counter archery deer regulations.For the deeper dive, Randy talks about the recent court case in Wyoming where four hunters were found not guilty of criminal...2022-05-0627 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyTurkeys, Bears and BlizzardsThis week we recap some turkey hunts, Michael Parente shares the fishing report, and we get a sneak peek at Randy's trip back to Minnesota where he is currently filming his friends on a beaver trapping expedition.We touch on the recent denial of the petition to ban black bear hunting in California, hear about a new RMEF land acquisition in Oregon on the Siuslaw National Forest, and ponder what's happening to our wildlife in spring blizzards.We are absent a deeper dive this week because we are out...2022-04-2909 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyMillions of Acres Closed to Hunting in AK | Week of April 18Email us at weekly@freshtracks.tvMarcus is back from a week of vacationing and chasing turkeys with his dad. Michael is up to 56 days of fishing now and this week's office lunch consists of carnita style turkey tacos.News this week includes: Desert bighorn predation via mountain lions potentially being affected by fire suppression. Clarification from the Forest Service on where E-Bikes are allowed. Selling federal public land for housing developments. Montana's glitch in the deer and elk draw. For the deeper dive Randy and Marcus discuss the closure of millions of...2022-04-2228 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyInvasive Species EverywhereThis week Marcus did some wildlife watching. Matthew caught a chinook salmon on the Oregon coast. Dale, Randy, and Beau helped out with a new project that Warriors and Quiet Waters has teaching combat veterans how to archery elk hunt.We talk about Beau's new Divide Series Tents, the no-net loss bill in Georgia, the Crazy Mountain land access case, and a new study on wolf dynamics and the effects of hunting and trapping wolves.For a deeper dive, Michael Parente talks about how invasive species rule Montana's fisheries...2022-04-1928 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWe Have $900 Million to Spend!Happy April, everyone! It looks like spring, and the crew is getting excited! Shed antler hunting, buying a "new" jet boat, and razor clamming were on the docket this week.We talk about a new public property in Tennessee with some excellent elk habitat. We talk about corner crossing in Wyoming, killing big bucks to reduce CWD, and how the drought in Utah affects the available deer tags for the 2022 Utah general deer season.For a deeper dive, we look into the Land and Water Conservation Fund and explore...2022-04-1922 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBanning Bear HuntingEmail us at weekly@freshtracks.tvIn this episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, Marcus Hockett catches up on what's happening with the crew. Marcus and Michael get their tooth age data back from their Alaksa bears. This week's office lunch consists of some mountain lion tacos cooked up by Dale Evans. This week, Jonathan Spear is the guest to discuss the recent cancelation of the spring bear hunt in Washington and the movement to cancel predator hunting in general. Jonathan is a relatively new hunter that has been intrigued b...2022-04-1128 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyHow to Make More ElkShoot us an email at weekly@freshtracks.tvWe have a few Fresh Tracks crew updates and some recent changes on hunting-related bills. Randy and Marcus dive deep into good news, talking about some animal trap and transplant stories that shaped the current status of how we have abundant wildlife throughout North America today.Without the foresight of past wildlife managers, our landscape could look very different. We are pretty lucky to have the wildlife and hunting opportunities that we do, but there is always more work to do!2022-04-1120 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyFarming for Sage-grouseThis week, Randy is out of the office, so we have a fill-in guest, Paul Kemper, to talk about sage-grouse farming in Wyoming and the legislative process. Marcus tells the story of the recent lake trout fishing trip; the crew eats some fresh snacks and more!Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-04-1130 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyShould Selling Antlers be Illegal?While the Fresh Tracks crew made another episode of Any Fin Goes, Marcus put together the fifth episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly from the hard water. He's sharing a few recent news headlines and giving you all the updates on some of the things we have going on around the office.For the deeper dive discussion this week, Randy and Marcus talk about Market Hunting and wildlife utilization. Randy brings up how we've gotten to where we are today from when these conversations started in the 1800s. Marcus discusses how shed antler hunting affects th...2022-04-1130 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyFewer Big Bucks = Less CWD?This week the Fresh Tracks crew was a bit spread out across the west, but we still managed to whip together the fourth episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly, relaying a few recent headlines and giving updates on some of the fun things we got to do.For their deeper dive, Randy and Marcus discuss Chronic Wasting Disease and how new research suggests that managing herds at lower densities and younger age classes could be better for the overall herd health. Randy struggles with this news as he is accustomed to healthy deer herds composed of diverse age...2022-04-1132 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyBulls for BillionairesThe second-ever episode of Fresh Tracks Weekly! This week we catch up with the crew and see what's going on in the office. We hear some feel-good news stories from the elk woods and touch on some headlines that may affect you as a hunter.Marcus and Randy dive deep into the Public Trust Doctrine and talk about how trusts work and how Randy's expertise of trusts in the financial world helps him understand those in the wildlife world.If you want to check out the Wildlife Society's technical...2022-03-2938 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWolves Are CuddlyMarcus Hockett and Randy Newberg discuss the recent re-listing of Grey wolves under the Endangered Species Act. Marcus runs through conservation and sportsman's issues and gives us an update on upcoming content. Thumbnail photo by Jason Loftus https://www.untamedimagesbyjl.com/p72...#wolves #conservation #newsJoin Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-03-2932 minFresh Tracks WeeklyFresh Tracks WeeklyWhere'd The SCIENCE Go!?Fresh Tracks Weekly is a new series where we give a weekly update and share any news that we find intriguing as hunters. This week, we are releasing some exciting content and talking about where the science goes within wildlife management. Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-03-2927 minHunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioMontana Elk Camp SummaryIn this episode (121) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is summarizing a recent Montana elk hunt with Marcus Hockett and Adam Foss.  Topics covered include late season elk patterns, hunting pressure on public land, sanctuaries, going a bit further, weather influences, glassing, using pack animals, hunting mid-week, tools for locating elk, bugling in November, how far is too far, new areas and same habits, and a host of other topics that explain a late-season elk hunt on highly pressured public land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-11-181h 28Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioWyoming Elk Podcast - Livestreamed on YouTubeIn this Episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio (EP 098) Randy is joined by Marcus Hockett and Matthew Newberg to discuss Matthew's recent Wyoming elk hunt, recorded via a YouTube Livestream.  Topics discussed include late season elk, winter ranges, reserve WY tags for following year, hunt another's tree stand, public land etiquette, importance of mentors, ethics v. preferences, wound one and you're done, distance and technology, wounding losses, what you want from a hunt, hunt opener or end of season, elk are where you find them, non-lead ammo performance, burning points, and other topics from YouTube viewers. 2018-11-301h 46Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioDall Sheep Dreams Come TrueIn this Episode (92) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is in Alaska with cameraman, Marcus Hockett, hunting Dall Sheep.  Also there was Tim Burnett of the SoloHunter who joined them for the last three days.  Topics covered include details of three intense Dall Sheep stalks, dreams fulfilled, mental versus physical stamina, satisfaction as a function of difficulty, outdoor media platforms, and a host of other topics relevant to a once-in-a-lifetime Alaska sheep hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-09-072h 16Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioEP091: Sitka Blacktails from Southeast AlaskaIn this Episode (091) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by his camera crew Marcus Hockett and Tyler Johnerson, and two leading experts on Sitka Blacktails, Jim Baichtal and Dr. Sophie Gilbert. Topics discussed include hunting southeast Alaska, Sitka Blacktail biology, lack of blacktail research, raising awareness, how good can habitat get, man and deer coexisting, management by science, science funded by hunters' excise taxes, appeal of hunting extreme locations, effort provides rewards, how you can help with Sitka Blacktail conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-08-242h 10Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioNon-lead Ammo & Hunting with Raptors (Hawking)In this Episode (087) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by his production leader, Marcus Hockett, and two fanatic hunters who happen to be experts on raptors and hawking, Chris Parish and Leland Brown.  Topics discussed include Randy's excitement to hunt small game and birds with raptors, history of hawking, non-lead ammo, superior bullet performance, how to get lead out of the field, voluntary compliance is better than legal mandate, hawks, falcons, raptors, scavengers, hunting birds with birds of prey, small game hunting, bullet fragmentation, terminal performance of non-lead bullets, value of condor studies to hunting conservation, and l...2018-06-291h 51Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioReports From Alaska Bear CampIn this Episode (086) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by field producer, Marcus Hockett, and frequent guest hunter, Mike Spitzer, recorded at black bear camp on a remote island in southeast Alaska.  Topics covered include a lot of bear hunting stories, rain, details and logistic of self-guide Alaska black bear hunts, using a 7mm-.08 for bears, if Remi Warren was right about when bears come out, and many topics that will make you want to go to Alaska on your own black bear hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...2018-06-151h 59Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioPublic Land Alphabet - Civics for HuntersIn this episode (EP:080) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy Newberg is joined by his crew, Marcus Hockett and Michael Parente to discuss many issues affecting hunters.  Topics include YouTube prohibiting firearm content, Bill of Rights, Example of Advocacy, Alphabet Soup of Public Land Acronyms, Civics overview for hunters, Who is the Fed, get mad at the proper person, Facebook stupidity, western states discriminate against non-residents, and many other topics sure to make you mad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-03-262h 16Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioSpeaking for Wildlife and its Habitat; We must and we will!In this episode (EP073) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by his Field Producer, Marcus Hockett.  Apologies for missing a week due to holidays and obligations.  This podcast starts pretty calm and explains what we are up to, then transitions to some heated topics that are heavy on politics and public land policy.  Topics covered include digital video, the death of TV, moving to Amazon and YouTube, National Monuments, advocacy is uncomfortable, am I an apologist, anti-public land Utah delegation, Trumps' deal with Utah, subsidizing resource extraction, paying the true costs, pending sage grouse wreck, speaking up, con...2018-01-051h 54Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioMontana Moose Hunt BS (Bull Story)In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio (EP:069), we are fresh back from a Montana moose hunt.  Joining Randy on the mic are camera guys, Marcus Hockett and Michael Parente, and moose tag holder, Matthew Newberg.  Topics discussed are Shiras moose hunting, waders that don't fit, how many moose can you see in one day, what a boned out moose weighs, playing jokes on the old guys, packing meat through a swamp, if a grizzly claims your carcass, is there a second cycle to the moose rut, Shiras moose as a once in a lifetime tag, analysis of Ra...2017-10-292h 20Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioArizona Elk Hunt BS (Bull Story)In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randh is fresh out of the Kachina Peaks Wilderness of northern Arizona, having filled his bull tag with the aid of two camera guys who share the mic with him, Marcus Hockett and Ty Stubblefield.  Marcus and Ty filmed the event while joined by Randy's college buddy, Wade Zarlingo and Wade's friend Clayton Crowder. Topics covered in this episode include hunting elk in the transition from peak rut to post rut, complications of hunting thick timber, how every elk plan changes before daylight, llamas as Randy's new hunting tool, e...2017-10-162h 26Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioEP053: Elk Hunting Ideas with Public Land PoliticsRandy is joined by field producer, Marcus Hockett, as they discuss elk hunting new areas, E-scouting on YouTube, Wyoming elk hunting quirks for non-residents, elk state deadlines, swing for the fences in New Mexico, skepticism that you can hunt elk every year, elk reintroduction in the east, hunting general areas in Montana, getting elk out whole, Central Idaho is for backcountry badasses, hunt burn areas, track fires today for hunting tomorrow, "pretty elk country", black bear trifecta in MT/ID/WY, trichinosis testing, ease of doing a Western Whitetail Trifecta, leftover deer tags in Wyoming, treestand boredom, hunting boundaries...2017-03-192h 12Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioEP048: Hunt Elk EVERY YEAR. No excuses now!In this episode of Hunt Talk Radio Randy and Field Producer, Marcus Hockett, answer the most common question we receive - How can I hunt elk, preferably every year?  This episode is the nuts and bolts of a short-term strategy to hunt elk every season, in some western state.  We incorporate the short-term ideas with a longer-term strategy to increase odds of a high-quality tag every few years.  We imposed a license and tag budget of $1,000, more than any of these states will cost you.  We also discuss the drawing process for most the western elk states and how you...2017-01-071h 34Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioEP046: Western Deer Hunting Options (Live from Idaho)Randy is again joined by field producer, Marcus Hockett.  On this late season Idaho archery mule deer hunt, Randy and Marcus explain the vast amount of public land deer hunting opportunity in the west, left-over tags, second choice tags, unlimited tags, western whitetails, how bucks cannot be stockpiled, hunt now before the next brutal winter, muskrat backstraps, inaugural Muskrat Cook-off, Hank Shaw, trapline tablefare,"Charlie Daniels of the GPS," big woods whitetails in the Rockies, ethics of "ground pounding" versus flushing birds, why are some laws still in effect, the value of Marcus' Wildlife Biology degree, and shoot a d...2016-12-121h 52Hunt Talk RadioHunt Talk RadioEP045: Randy's Colorado Elk Hunt - Don't shoot an elk there!Randy mics up his field producer, Marcus Hockett, where they discuss public land elk hunting, specifically the recent Colorado elk hunt that resulted in the most challenging extraction of any bull Randy has ever taken.  Topics include, mindset of successful elk hunters, expectation gap with glory tags, public land bull elk sanctuaries, Randy's late season system for locating bulls, excitement overtaking common sense, glassing to elk success, how much gear do we carry, a day in the life of our camera guy, a call for Wilderness Production Assistants, the misery of oak brush, too much Type 2 fun, reading elk t...2016-11-271h 46