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Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastSouth Dakota Turkey Hunt RE-cap and Minnesota Fishing OpenerRon Schara and Laura Schara tell tales from their recent South Dakota turkey hunt, plus Ron shares a few favorite fishing opener memories and fishing haunts in MN. Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 2025-05-0954 min

Minnesota Outdoor News RadioEpisode 538 – Turkey season, Ron Schara turkey tips, Tony Roach on fishing opener, hen mallard camhttps://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/May-3-long-show.mp3 Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman start the show with an update on the Minnesota turkey season, plus a legislative update. Then Ron Schara offers some mid-season turkey hunting tips and makes a pitch for MN-Fish and its spring auction. Rapala pro Tony Roach then drops in with tips and tactics for the May 10 Minnesota inland waters walleye opener. Tim Lesmeister and Drieslein wrap up the show talking opener tips and the hen mallard cam formerly known as the Eagle Cam. The post Episode 538 – Turkey season, Ro...2025-05-0254 min

From The Pages Of MN ODN Archives - Outdoor NewsEpisode 538 – Turkey season, Ron Schara turkey tips, Tony Roach on fishing opener, hen mallard camhttps://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/May-3-long-show.mp3 Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman start the show with an update on the Minnesota turkey season, plus a legislative update. Then Ron Schara offers some mid-season turkey hunting tips and makes a pitch for MN-Fish and its spring auction. Rapala pro Tony Roach then drops in with tips and tactics for the May 10 Minnesota inland waters walleye opener. Tim Lesmeister and Drieslein wrap up the show talking opener tips and the hen mallard cam formerly known as the Eagle Cam. The post Episode 538 – Turkey season, Ro...2025-05-0254 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe Secret Perfume of Birds: Uncovering the Science of Avian ScentThe Secret Perfume of Birds: The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world. Author and Biologist Danielle Whittaker joins Laura Schara to share how emerging research has uncovered birds' ability to produce complex chemical signals that influence their behavior. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) 2025-04-1153 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMinnesota Horse & Hunt Club Celebrates 40 YearsMinnesota Horse and Hunt Club celebrates 40 years! Nikki Flander, director of Marketing, joins Laura Schara and shares the history and stories of this iconic Minnesota hunting and sporting clays club. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) 2025-03-281h 01

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastNature FixWhy does Nature make us healthier, happier, and more creative? Award-winning author Florence Williams talks with Laura Schara about her bestselling book Nature Fix and the science behind how the natural world enhances our well-being, creativity, and happiness. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) 2025-03-1449 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastWild River ConservancyJoin Laura Schara as she explores the fascinating world of freshwater mussel conservation with experts from Wild Rivers Conservancy; the official nonprofit partner of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. These tiny but mighty creatures are essential for maintaining water quality, but they’re also one of the most endangered groups of organisms in North America. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) & MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) 2025-02-2823 min

The Flush Podcast - Stories from the fieldState of the UnionMarilyn Vetter, Bob St. Pierre, & Ron Leathers of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever join us for an in-depth “State of the Union” habitat conversation. We discuss the health of the organization, conservation partnerships and what they mean for wildlife, internal strengths and opportunities, members are growing, Federal Farm Bill & DC happenings, habitat heroes & leaders, looking inward, celebrating 20 years of Quail Forever, Hands on Habitat, bird biology, Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic preview, listener questions, season highlights, and so much more…@pheasantsforever | @quailforever Presented by: Walton’s (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers...2025-02-131h 44

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastKitchi Landing ResortKitchi Landing Resort-How a twist of fate, led the journey of a local twin cities couple to the dream life of running a resort in Northern Minnesota. Laura Schara hears from Val Engleman about embracing new beginnings in the Northwoods. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) & DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) 2025-01-3156 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastUndoing Mistakes with Nature: St. Louis RiverToday on the Minnesota Bound Podcast, lots of good news about the once-polluted St. Louis River and streams around Duluth. Ron Schara gets an update from DNR folks on the front lines. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) & DNR Ice Safety (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/index.html) 2025-01-2445 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe History of the Superior Hiking TrailThe storied history of the Superior Hiking Trail is shared by Rudi Hargesheimer. Rudi joins Laura Schara to share historic trail tales from his book "The Superior Hiking Trail Story". If you would like to experience the trail with a group, you can join an all volunteer maintenance trip. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) 2024-12-2759 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMN Fish- Keep MN Fishing Strong - Worlds Greatest Ice Fishing Auction-Lessard Sams Outdoor Heritage CouncilRon Schara, president of MN-Fish shares the vision of Minnesota’s only nonprofit organization formed in order to represent the fishing interests of all Anglers, Plus updates on outdoor conservation efforts from the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) & Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) 2024-11-2252 min

Between HooksetsRon Schara Talks pheasant hunting, fishing and more!THERE IS NO ONE better to talk to about pheasant hunting than Ron Schara a legend in the hunting and fishing world, he has won numerous writing and storytelling awards over his storied career! We had video trouble so Ron joined us on the fly over the phone! We talk South Dakota pheasant hunting, get a 1966 story and we talk about Raven. Please tune in and give us a like and follow! #BetweenHooksets #TheReelStory #pheasant #pheasantsforever 2024-10-1738 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastRon Schara and Kris LindahlEverybody sees Kris Lindahl on billboards with his arms spread. On my podcast, here's what you don't know.... Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) & Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) 2024-09-2741 min

Talk North - Souhan Podcast NetworkMinnesota Bound Podcast - Ron Schara and Laura ScharaRon Schara and Laura Schara chat about favorite fall activities from grouse hunting to the Monarch Butterfly migration and conservation effort. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) & Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) 2024-09-2055 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastRon Schara and Laura ScharaRon Schara and Laura Schara chat about favorite fall activities from grouse hunting to the Monarch Butterfly migration and conservation effort. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) & Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) 2024-09-2055 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastReggie Carter- MUST BE RUFFLaura Schara chats with Reggie Carter founder of Must Be Ruff and MBR Foundation. MBR teaches children about compassion for animals and dog behavior which influence children's development and education Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) & Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) 2024-09-0643 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMinnesota Bound & The Minnesota State FairBill Sherck and Laura Schara are live at the Minnesota State Fair! Minnesota Bound began our State Fair journey back in 2000, complete with Ron & Raven stage shows every day. #24 years later, we’re still here and having just as much fun. It’s a Q & A session with our state fair crowd; Bill and Laura answer all your questions live from the fair. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas...2024-08-231h 02

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastForager Chef - Alan BergoLaura Schara chats with Alan Bergo, James Beard award winning chef, author, show host and forager. The Forager Chef shares his journey and adventures of foraging for mushrooms, plants, fruits, buts, and more. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/) 2024-08-091h 01

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastOutdoor Photography and FishingAvid angler and outdoor photographer Sarah Kozlowski chats with Laura Schara about her fishing adventures on her boat in a bag as well as her passion for outdoor photography. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.ndtourism.com/) 2024-07-2654 min

Talk North - Souhan Podcast NetworkMinnesota Bound Podcast - Host Chat - Laura Schara with Dad, Ron ScharaLaura Schara and Ron Schara catch up on their latest summer adventures! From Montana flyfishing to a 19-inch smallmouth bass (caught on a river that Ron will not share with us). Fish tales and more are shared. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.ndtourism.com/) 2024-07-1339 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastHost Chat - Laura Schara with Dad, Ron ScharaLaura Schara and Ron Schara catch up on their latest summer adventures! From Montana flyfishing to a 19-inch smallmouth bass (caught on a river that Ron will not share with us). Fish tales and more are shared. Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.ndtourism.com/) 2024-07-1339 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastBlack Walnut DaddyJJ Reich, known as the Black Walnut Daddy chats with Laura Schara about his passion for foraging Black Walnuts. He shares tips & pointers on how to find and crack this tough nut. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-06-2750 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastCompetitive shooter Victoria PowellGeorgia native Victoria Powell began hunting and shooting at a young age. Today she is a level II NSCA instructor, competitive shooter, and avid hunter. Laura Schara chats with Victoria about her outdoor passions. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-06-071h 09

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastWomen Anglers of MNWomen Anglers of MN was founded in 1977 to educate, empower, and support women learning the sport of angling. Laura Schara chats with WAM president Michelle Morey on the club and its mission. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-05-2050 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastRon Schara’s Angling CharactersOver his many years of travels and storytelling, Ron Schara has met all walks of life… He highlights a handful of his favorite fishing characters. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-05-0225 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe God of Wild PlacesRediscovering the meaning of life and the divine in the untamed outdoors. Laura Schara chats with author Tony Jones. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) Tito’s Vodka (https://www.titosvodka.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-05-0152 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastStories with Ron on the 200th Episode!We’re celebrating the 200th episode of the podcast with stories from Ron and Laura Schara! There are stories about Ron fishing with Ted Williams, an Astronaut, shooting with Bud Grant, and more! Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-03-2944 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastDog training tips from the prosTim Springer, founder of Dynamic Retrievers specializes in training young bird dogs for hunting, field trials, and hunt tests. He shares his insights with Laura Schara on the proper use of e-collar training, puppy training, and more. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-03-1454 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastNavigating the World of Dog FoodSarah Lyman, Certified Pet Nutritionist, chats with Laura Schara about dog nutrition: giving insight to navigate the world of dog food as well as food and diet tips for dog health and longevity! Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Your Boat Club (https://yourboatclub.com/) Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-02-231h 02

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastProtecting the world's quietest outdoor destinations.Protecting the world's quietest outdoor destinations. Dr. Jenny Morber chats with Laura Schara about quiet wilderness destinations and a conservation effort happening globally to conserve the last quiet places on our planet which are devoid of any man-made noises. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-02-0843 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe joys of Skijoring with Your DogLaura Schara shares the history and learning adventure of skijoring with your dog. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2024-01-2516 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastA race where you ski, and shoot?Holly Hanson, Head coach of Bluff Country Biathlon joins the latest Minnesota Bound Podcast. Laura Schara chats with Holly on the sport of Biathlon, its history, and how the sport is growing among MN youth. Sponsored by: Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) 2024-01-1251 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastOutdoors with Meadow KouffeldLaura Schara chats with Meadow Kouffeld, about her unique stories and adventures of hunting big game, dog training, her taxidermy business, her love for foraging, and more. Sponsored by: Minnesota DNR's Life-Time License (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/lifetime/residents/index.html,) Heat Hog (https://heathog.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) 2023-12-281h 00

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe Ultimate Dog Lovers PodcastDog Trainer Cartrell Cooper joins the MN Bound podcast to talk with Laura Schara about all things dogs! Cartrell is the author of "Pawsitively Pawesome" the ultimate dog lovers textbook. Tune in for training tips, choosing the right puppy, health, and much more. Sponsored by: Minnesota DNR's Life-Time License (https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/licenses/lifetime/residents/index.html,) Heat Hog (https://heathog.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/)2023-12-071h 04

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMystery Cave State ParkDid you know there is a Mystery Cave right here in MN? Join Dawn Ryan with the MN DNR and Laura Schara as they chat about the longest cave in MN with over 13 miles of underground passages! Sponsored by: Heat Hog (https://heathog.com/) Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) & Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/) 2023-11-1751 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastNutrition tips for staying healthy on the roadLaura Schara talks with Kristin Rowell, the Founder and CEO of Energetically Efficient, on how to increase performance and health while out in the field or remote destinations. Kristin is a former business litigator turned Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Both Laura and Kristin are passionate about health and nutrition. Sponsored by: Heat Hog (https://heathog.com/) Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-11-031h 01

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastSchara SistersLaura Schara chats with her sister Simone Schara about her love of the outdoors, puppy training, and her upcoming Fall women's pheasant hunt in SD. Sponsored by: Heat Hog (https://heathog.com/) Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-10-0553 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastQ&A with Ron ScharaRon Schara is answering questions from MN. Bound viewers! Have a question about the show, Ron's past adventures, favorite stories, fishing or hunting tips, favorite fall haunts? Ron is here with the answers. Sponsored by: Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-09-2235 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastDove HuntingRon Schara talks with Steve Carney – who is a mourning dove hunting zealot in Minnesota. We talk about the do’s and don’t’s of dove hunting as well as how to make them good eating! Sponsored by: Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-09-0529 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMinnesota State Fair with Ron and Laura ScharaJoin Ron Schara and Laura Schara at the great Minnesota get-together! Sponsored by: Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-08-2838 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastMN Nature AwesomenessAngie Hong is the coordinator for Minnesota’s East Metro Water Education Program, Laura Schara chats with her unique and effective approach to nature and conservation education via her Instagram and TikTok channels. Sponsored by: North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-08-1655 min

Due North Outdoors with Natalie Dillon & Travis FrankFishy Politics & Game Fair PreviewRon Schara joins Travis Frank to discuss fisheries in Minnesota, funding to make them better, life on an island in Lake of the Woods, and a preview of Game Fair from the voice of the show for the past 42 years. http://www.duenorthoutdoors.tv @nattieupnorth | @travis_t_frank | @duenorthoutdoorstv BTYB: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/) Ace Solid Waste (https://www.acesolidwaste.com/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-08-1039 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastBison and Belwin ConservancyLynette Anderson, Interpretive Naturalist for Belwin Conservancy, chats with Laura Schara about Bison and their role in prairie conservation and regenerative farming. Plus many unique offerings and events happening at Belwin throughout the year. Sponsored by: North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-07-2048 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastHost Chat!Bill Sherck and Laura Schara catch up on their latest travel and Bill gets ready for a very bucket list, summer story, soon to air on Minnesota Bound. Sponsored by: Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/,) Aquacide (http://aquacide.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-06-3051 min

The Flush Podcast - Stories from the fieldBehind The DogRon Boehme from the Hunting Dog Podcast joins the show to discuss his new video series, "Behind the Dog.” Ron and Travis have an in-depth discussion about hunting dog breeds and breeders in North America, understanding hunting dog talents, traits, genetics, purposes, and the evolution of hunting dogs & dog trainers.Presented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)2023-06-221h 18

The Flush Podcast - Stories from the fieldBehind The DogRon Boehme from the Hunting Dog Podcast joins the show to discuss his new video series, "Behind the Dog.” Ron and Travis have an in-depth discussion about hunting dog breeds and breeders in North America, understanding hunting dog talents, traits, genetics, purposes, and the evolution of hunting dogs & dog trainers. Presented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/) 2023-06-221h 18

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastUltra endurance Canoeist -Scott MillerUltra canoeist Scott Miller joins Laura Schara to share his many canoeing adventures including a voyage down the Mississippi paddling over 2500 to break a world record. He also shares his passion with others by bringing new Kayak Canoe race called Two Paddles to the Twin Cities! Sponsored by: Lakes Gas (https://www.lakesgas.com/,) Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/,) Aquacide (http://aquacide.com) & Rudy Luther Toyota (https://www.rudyluthertoyota.com/) 2023-06-0946 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastSpring Egg Hatch Time!Ron Schara is joined by MN. DNR Fisheries Manager, Brad Parsons to discuss the Minnesota spring egg hatch numbers as well as the DNR's future goals. Sponsored by: Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Aquacide (http://aquacide.com) 2023-05-1933 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastTurkey Calling with calling champion Roger ScharaExpert Turkey caller Roger Schara joins Laura Schara in a conversation about types of calls and sounds that are most effective for a successful turkey hunt. Sponsored by: Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Aquacide (http://aquacide.com) 2023-05-0545 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastGreatest Gift Show (Classic Episode)Bill Sherk and Ron Schara discuss Minnesota's Legacy Amendment and its positive impact on our water, woods and prairies, on this classic episode of the Minnesota Bound Podcast. Sponsored by: Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/,) Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) & Aquacide (http://aquacide.com) 2023-04-1839 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastHoward Vincent-PF-Looking back and looking aheadRon Schara talks with Howard Vincent as he prepares to end his career as CEO of Pheasants Forever...We talk about the growth of PF, and how the organization is not just about pheasants but about clean water and climate change. Sponsored by: Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/) & Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) 2023-03-2740 min

Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound PodcastThe 89th Northwest Sportshow in MinneapolisRon Schara talks with Northwest Sportshow's VP Darren Envall about this year's 89th Northwest Sportshow in Mpls. coming up this weekend. They discuss some history over the years, as well as some new features and changes with the show… Oh, and lots and lots of fishing tackle! Sponsored by: Minnesota Historical Society (https://www.mnhs.org/historyforum,) Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/,) Minnesota Propane Association “Clean American Energy” (https://propane.com/) & Star Bank (https://www.starbank.net/) 2023-03-0926 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastScott Fransen: ”There are many ways to tell a story”Scott Fransen is the co-host of the television show, The Flush, and the owner of Ron Schara Productions and Talk North. Scott and Tony discuss turning a three-day hunt into a 22-minute TV show, their shared passion for dogs, learning on the fly, the difference between male and female dogs, the risks of acquiring a business, researching hunting land, staying in your lane, the changing landscape of media, and more. Watch Scott's episodes at https://www.theflush.tv/ Thanks to Grain Belt Premium Beer! (https://www.grainbelt.com/) 2021-10-041h 00

Destination Polaris - The PodcastPolaris and Ride CommandJoin us as we talk to the guys from Polaris and Ride Command. Learn about the Ride Command features, app, website, and all the cool things you do on your next ride. https://ridecommand.polaris.com/ 2021-07-1535 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastJustin Juntunen: ”Sauna is a verb”Justin Juntunen is the founder and owner of Cedar & Stone Sauna, a company that both builds custom saunas and leads sauna experiences in Duluth and around the country. Tony and Justin discuss growing up in Esko, Minnesota, sauna as a way of life, how there are more saunas than cars in Finland, why Lake Superior is a fickle mistress, keeping your head above the rocks, the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of sauna, and more. Find out more about Justin at https://cedarandstonesauna.com/ 2021-07-051h 01

Destination Polaris - The PodcastRugged RadiosToday’s show features Rugged Radios Owner Greg Cottrell talking about the new Rugged Radios complex and all the exciting things happening with their business as well as updates on the fight to save the Pismo Beach dunes. https://www.ruggedradios.com/ 2021-07-0135 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBrian McLaren: ”The place you live is pretty amazing”Brian McLaren is a best-selling author, pastor, activist, and avid outdoorsman. He talks with Tony about kayak fishing, taking his kids to a mucky swamp, how the wisdom of God is woven into the natural world, foolish politicians and the environmental crisis, how we can actually love the earth, how he sees the face of the divine in every living thing, having permission to doubt, and more. Find Brian and his work at brianmclaren.net. 2021-06-251h 01

Destination Polaris - The PodcastStories from the trailGo behind the scenes with Jared and Alexa as they share stories from the trail of Season 12. 2021-06-1526 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastChris Estus: ”A loving, listening, nonreactive presence on the Appalachian Trail”Tony's guest is Chris Estus, aka "Bone Spur," aka "The Chappalachian." Chris is the 2021 United Methodist Chaplain on the Appalachian Trail, and he checks in from a zero day in Pennsylvania. He and Tony discuss extricating from daily life to hike the trail, going outdoors to connect with others, recovery ministry, what's in Chris's pack, some of the people he's met, and more. Watch Chris's videos from the trail here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjIaYvcrQO8aMnMXggODXqQ 2021-06-0757 min

Destination Polaris - The PodcastShow #1Join Jared Christie & Alexa Score as they kick off the Destination Polaris podcast to talk about the current season and a few stories from the road. 2021-06-0433 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastFifth MondayTony and producer extraordinaire Brandon catch up on their summer vacation plans, including Brandon's big trip out west and Tony's two trips to the BWCA. They also discuss Tony's 10th year of hunting and not bagging a turkey. https://www.startribune.com/bwca 2021-05-3125 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastDouglas E. Christie: ”Open yourself to the gift”Tony talks with Catholic theologian and historian Douglas E. Christie about his book, The Blue Sapphire of the Mind." They discuss contemplative ecology, Thoreau's laundry, our unconscious desire for healing, asceticism, learning how to love our fellow human beings, grieving for the world, becoming less fidgety, and more. Find Douglas's book here: https://amzn.to/3fkj1tN 2021-05-171h 05

The Reverend Hunter PodcastAaron Simmons: ”The existential hope of trout fishing”Tony sits down with philosopher and trout fisherman J. Aaron Simmons, and they discuss Kierkegaard's leap of faith, doing the best you can with what you've got, how we know things, the phenomenology of fly fishing, living poetically, dancing with a river, and coming out of the pandemic. Find Aaron and his work at https://jaaronsimmons.wordpress.com/ Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-05-031h 07

The Reverend Hunter PodcastDon Payne: ”The created order is a wild place”Tony talks with theologian and hunter Don Payne of Denver Seminary. They how hunting antelope keeps Don hunting elk, mountain muleys, academics who don't understand hunting, animal-on-animal predation, overdetermining the Garden of Eden, and how Christians can respond to objections to hunting. Find Don at https://denverseminary.edu/about/departments/member/78715/ Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-04-191h 12

The Reverend Hunter PodcastRabbi Joseph Edelheit: ”Some Jews do hunt”Tony's guest is his dear friend, Rabbi Joseph Edelheit. They discuss whether Jews hunt, why Nimrod is a biblical villain, whether you should follow Jacob or Esau, kashruth, Jews who ice fish, the ethics of kosher butchering, why Noah brought animals to the Big Do-Over, and leaving some crops out for the animals. Find Joseph and order his book at his website: https://www.whatamimissing.org/ Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-04-0558 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastFifth MondayTony and Brandon discuss whether hunters should support commonsense gun control, and Tony also weighs in on the MeatEater controversy about ending hunter recruitment. They also banter about life, spring, Lake Mille Lacs, opening the cabin, and more. Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-03-2931 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastMeadow Kouffeld: ”There’s something mythical about seeing a dog on point”Tony's guest this week is Meadow Kouffeld, wildlife biologist, taxidermist, college professor, accomplished hunter, and single mom. They talk about growing up off-grid, pointers vs. flushers, getting claustrophobic in Europe vs. living in a FEMA trailer, not letting your dog's tongue near your face, battling intestinal parasites, taxidermy as an act of art, and letting people into your soul when you take them hunting. You can see Meadow's work at https://www.facebook.com/WoodsandMeadowTaxidermy/ and follow her on Instagram at @MeadowKouffeld. Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-03-151h 11

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBob Timmons: ”The spiritual architecture of a canoe”Tony sits down with Bob Timmons, editor of the StarTribune Outdoors Weekend section, and they talk about faith healing, Christian Science reading rooms, the uniquely spiritual architecture of a canoe, middle-aged men, whether bird watchers and bird shooters can work together, and more. Read Bob's writing here: http://www.startribune.com/bob-timmons/10646126/ Special Thanks to Realtor Heather Womack (https://heatherwomackrealty.com/) 2021-03-011h 08

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBob St. Pierre: ”I’ve learned more from my dogs than any person”Tony's guest this week is Bob St. Pierre, the chief marketing and communications officer for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. Tony and Bob talk about being a Yooper, blaze orange sport coats, the St. Paul Saints, Disco Demolition Night, hanging out with Bill Murray, the origins of PF, the magic sauce, keeping life in perspective, hunting with a passion, and more. Find Bob on Twitter at @BobStPierre and Instagram at @pheasantbob. 2021-02-151h 09

The Reverend Hunter PodcastJamie Becker-Finn: ”The Creator wanted me to get a deer today”Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn sits in the Minnesota House of Representatives and is Anishinaabe. She and Tony talk about her childhood on the Leech Lake Reservation, growing up as a Rez Catholic, walleye vs. perch, how white people can learn from native cultures without coopting them, working as an indigenous person in a colonial system, the spread of CWD, the spirituality of deer hunting, and more. Find Jamie on all the social medias and on her website: https://becker-finn.org/ 2021-02-011h 14

The Reverend Hunter PodcastTovar Cerulli: ”Who am I if I’m a hunter?”Tovar Cerulli is the author of "The Mindful Carnivore: A Vegetarian's Hunt for Sustenance." Tovar and Tony discuss the journey from veganism to hunting, how life and death are constants, the two camps of hunters, the dietary benefits of meat, the spirituality of mortality, the ritual of butchering, and more. Find Tovar at tovarcerulli.com and buy his book here: https://amzn.to/38YiZEF Supported by Manscaped (https://www.manscaped.com/) – Use Promo Code “REVHUNT” for 20% off and FREE shipping! 2021-01-181h 09

The Reverend Hunter PodcastCourtney Perry: ”We are each unique and beautiful”Courtney is not only Tony's spouse, she's also a photographer, yoga instructor, and an Enneagram teacher. Tony and Courtney discuss eating wild game yogically, reading a book while goose hunting, the joy of watching dogs hunt pheasants, how to best photograph a hunt, how the enneagram can help hunters work together and solo, and more. Find Courtney at yenneagram.com and on all the social medias by searching Yenneagram (that's yoga + enneagram). 2021-01-041h 06

The Reverend Hunter PodcastDennis Anderson: ”I’ll have the beef commercial”Tony chats with longtime StarTribune Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson, and they talk about loose-meat sandwiches, hitchhiking to Ecuador, St. Sigurd Olson, small town cafes, Bud Grant, that feeling when the ducks drop in, and more. Read Dennis's columns at http://www.startribune.com/dennis-anderson/10644341/ 2020-12-211h 01

The Reverend Hunter PodcastSteve Chapman: ”A look at life from a deer stand”Tony welcomes Steve Chapman, the author of "A Look at Life from a Deer Stand" and many other books about hunting and faith. They discuss Steve's first squirrel hunt, his grandpa getting his arm amputated on the kitchen table, self-publishing his first book, storing ten thousand copies in the garage, an antelope hunt in Wyoming, finding the first drop of blood when trailing an animal, and more. Find Steve at steveandanniechapman.com and find his books here: https://amzn.to/37p0qbY. Thanks to Scheels for sponsoring this episode. 2020-12-071h 05

The Reverend Hunter PodcastFifth MondayTony and Brandon discuss how death is endemic to hunting, how we stay attuned to the animals we kill, what it feels like to be a first-time hunter, why Aristotle was better than Plato, and more. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share! Thanks to SCHEELS (https://www.scheels.com/) 2020-11-3036 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastJames Chiavarini: ”I don’t think we should be better than a leopard”Tony chats with London-based Italian chef and avid hunter, James Chiavarini. They discuss the 30% rule, shooting for the pot, pairing wild game with its natural environment, being biologically omnivorous, duck hunting in Wales, stalking red stags, the blueprint of our inner workings, and some wild game cooking tips for Thanksgiving. You can find James's restaurant at https://www.famigliaportico.co.uk/ and read his blog post about hunting at https://www.famigliaportico.co.uk/field-notes-james/healing-effects-of-nature. Follow James on Twitter @ilporticolondon and on Instagram @james_chiavarini. 2020-11-161h 13

The Reverend Hunter PodcastJill Carroll: ”Predation is the contract of existence”Tony talks with Jill Carroll, scholar of world religions and avid bird hunter. They discuss mosquitoes as big as teal, Texas hunting leases, losing faith at ORU, when your mom is the best hunter in the family, women who can do everything, reclaiming violent images of God, hubris and magical thinking, how the natural world does not conform to our moral categories, and more. You can find Jill at jillcarroll.com. 2020-11-021h 05

The Reverend Hunter PodcastRob Bell: ”Everything Is Spiritual”Tony sits down with bestselling author and renowned speaker, Rob Bell, author of the new book, Everything Is Spiritual. Tony and Rob talk about whether they met in seminary, the awesomeness of dogs, why endings are painful but also good, getting criticized, leaving church ministry, how you know when it's time for a change, the spirituality of surfing, the spirituality of hunting, and more. Get Rob's new book here: https://amzn.to/3jDmDYN. 2020-10-191h 09

The Reverend Hunter PodcastMichael Chan: ”Humanity activates empathy.”Tony is joined in his backyard by Michael Chan, Old Testament professor, big game hunter, and founder of the God and Guns Project. Tony and Michael discuss hunting antelope out West, living in Isanti, joining the Navy at age 35, gutless quartering, honesty-local-conservation, stockipiling ducks, and more. You can find Michael on Instagram at @seizedbylight and listen to his podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/680528 https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc.com/ 2020-10-051h 01

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBilly Vaughn: ”We call him Big Nasty.”Billy Vaughn served in the marine corps for 21 years, then he attended seminary, voluntarily lived in a van on Skid Row, and started a recovery farm in Arkansas, where he now lives. Billy and Tony talk about getting shunned from church, going from poor to really poor, seven deployments and three combat tours, reading the Bible in Fallujah, asking a game warden for grace, hunting a buck named Big Nasty, and more. You can support Billy and his wife, April, at sanctuaryfarm.org. This episode is sponsored by the Meatgistics Podcast from Walton's. https://waltonsinc.com/ | https://meatgistics.waltonsinc...2020-09-211h 14

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBracy Hill: ”Nimrod was a mighty hunter before the Lord.”Tony's guest is Bracy Hill, a hunter and conservationist, an historian and theologian, a rancher and a professor at Baylor University, and the primary author and editor of God, Nimrod, and the World: Exploring Christian Perspectives on Sport Hunting. Tony and Bracy discuss Roman Catholics who drink whiskey while speaking in tongues, Texas ranchettes, growing up dirt poor, Pentecostal ministers, high fence hunting, speaking at Baylor chapel, shooting a feral elk, hating on Texas hunters, and who the hell is Nimrod? Find Bracy at BracyHill.com. 2020-09-081h 06

The Reverend Hunter PodcastMurphy Robinson: ”I think of a deer as a person.”Tony's guest this time is Murphy Robinson, a trans-masculine, pagan huntress. They discuss identities, being an animist, talking to trees and deer when they're alive, taking spirit journeys to deer when they're dead, living in a tiny house, the prayer before a hunt, trance work, the Norse goddess Skaði, and more. Find Murphy at http://mountainsongexpeditions.com. This episode is brought to you by Walton's and their Meatgistics podcast. https://www.waltonsinc.com : https://www.meatgistics.com 2020-08-171h 07

The Reverend Hunter PodcastRob Drieslein: ”When I go to the ballot box I’m thinking about conservation.”Tony welcomes Rob Drieslein, managing editor of the Outdoor News. They talk about staying true to a religious heritage, convincing a Methodist to become a Lutheran, growing up in wildlife refuges, whether the Trump administration is the worst ever for conservation, the 30 Years War, hunting caribou in Alaska, losing faith, whether outdoors journalism has perks, and how to have hope in the face of bad news. Read Rob's columns at https://www.outdoornews.com/category/blogs/minblogs/rob-drieslein/ and find him on Twitter at @ODN_Editor. This episode is sponsored by Meatgistics from Walton's. https://waltonsinc.com...2020-08-0353 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastBarbara Brown Taylor: ”I feel held and destroyed by the earth”Tony talks with best-selling author Barbara Brown Taylor about the Holy Spirit as a bird, why living on a farm means you can't be romantic about death, the redemptive sound of the loon call, experiencing the sacred on the land, how place is a spiritual director, being hopelessly pagan, and more. Find Barbara's books at https://amzn.to/3ex4bNS. 2020-07-201h 13

The Reverend Hunter PodcastFr. Ted Vitali: ”You’re taking the life that was given to you by the animal.”Tony chats with Father Ted Vitali, a Passionist priest, hunter, philosophy professor at St. Louis University, and ethicist for Boone & Crockett. They discuss Labrador retrievers, process theology, whether animals have rights, why it's harder to kill a deer at 10 yards than at 100 yards, and having a "sufficient reason" for killing an animal. 2020-07-061h 14

The Reverend Hunter PodcastFifth MondayTony and Brandon catch up after being separated during Covid. Brandon tells about his recent hike at Whitewater State Park, and Tony discusses his return to the BWCA to tackle the 9-mile Grand Portage. They also discuss future guests and start to plan Brandon's first-ever hunt -- for squirrels! 2020-06-2926 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastAshley Peters: ”Conservation is my religion”Tony talks with conservationist and newly-minted hunter, Ashley J. Peters, about growing up Assemblies of God, saving birds during the week and shooting them on the weekend, a dad with cancer, St. Sigurd, Larry Norman vs. DC Talk, focusing on the things we can control and letting go of those we can't, and more. Find Ashley on social media at @ashjpeters. 2020-06-1547 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastMark Norquist: ”It’s better to sit in a boat thinking about God than to sit in a church thinking about fishing”Tony sits down with Mark Norquist, founder of Modern Carnivore, and they discuss growing up in small town Brainerd, a lake cabin built in 1919, moon boots at deer camp, being welcomed at church, the death of a father, knowing where your meat comes from, and more. Find Mark at modcarn.com. 2020-06-0152 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastDarrin Patrick: ”There’s something about the woods”On May 7, 2020, Darrin Patrick died. Two weeks earlier, Darrin and Tony recorded this interview. Darrin talks about his implosion and restoration, his love of hunting and the woods, why he returned to ministry, baseball, his difficult relationship with his father, and how much he loved hunting and fishing with his own kids. Tony also talks with Greg Surratt, Darrin's pastor, mentor, and friend. You can listen to Darrin talk about his fall and restoration here: https://pastorscollective.libsyn.com/darrin-patrick. You can financially support Darrin's family here: https://www.givesendgo.com/DarrinPatrick 2020-05-181h 15

The Reverend Hunter PodcastShug Emery: ”Good game on Friday. Too bad you’re going to hell.”Tony talks with Sean "Shug" Emery, comic-juggler and YouTube star, about hammock camping, growing up in the South, moments of regard, singing gospel tunes over moonshine, getting sober on a cruise ship, happiness vs. joy, and more. You can watch Shug at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC27nqmEhKzD9YHK1IFwG7qA and read Tony's profile of him here: http://www.startribune.com/a-staple-of-the-state-fair-shug-emery-has-an-outdoors-following-too/503858602/ 2020-05-041h 08

The Reverend Hunter PodcastNate Pyle: ”I never wanted to be a pastor”Tony talks with Nate Pyle, pastor and author of Man Enough: How Jesus Redefines Manhood, about being a chemistry major, reasons for getting fired from a youth ministry job, when your daughter outfishes your son, the ritual of bowhunting, why hunting shouldn't be so masculine, wooden clogs, how hunting is related to the cross and communion, and more. Find Nate at natepyle.com and see his books at https://amzn.to/2xxl7Vp. 2020-04-201h 01

The Reverend Hunter PodcastJessie Diggins: ”Don’t be afraid of the Pain Cave”In 2018, Jessie Diggins won the first-ever Olympic gold medal for the US in cross-country skiing, and now she is the author of Brave Enough. Tony and Jessie discuss portaging canoes in the BWCA, the challenge of overcoming bulimia, how hard it is to write a book, why dogs are the absolute best, going deep into the "pain cave," why cross-country skiing is the best sport, and much more. Find Jessie on Twitter at @jessdiggs, on Insta at @jessiediggins, and find her book here: https://amzn.to/2Q76hLc. Also check out her online booklaunch and Olympic workout on April 7...2020-04-0659 min

The Reverend Hunter Podcast5th MondayIn our first-ever Fifth Monday episode, Tony and Brandon talk about their love of dogs, the sadness of saying goodbye, how long it takes a radio DJ to record a five-hour show, and start the journey toward Brandon's first hunt. They also look back at the last couple episodes and tease some future shows. 2020-03-3043 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastTravis Frank: ”I was as broken as a human being can be”Tony talks with Travis Frank, host of several TV shows, including The Flush and Due North Outdoors, to discuss growing up Catholic, becoming the best muskie guide in the world, living through your parents' divorce, when dads get custody, hitting rock bottom, getting prayed for, growing to hate fishing, reading the Bible for the first time, telling stories with compassion on TV, and more. Learn more about Travis here: http://trophyencounters.com/about-travis-frank, and subscribe to his podcast, The Flush. 2020-03-1658 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastLand Tawney: ”I feel it in my bones”Tony sits down with Land Tawney, president and CEO of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and they discuss the supremacy of Labs, Minnesota's Yellowstone, taking a chef when you squirrel hunt, what is a vocation, does Land get enough days to hunt, what's so great about Montana, what happens when you approach the same age as your dad when he died, and more. Find Land at https://www.backcountryhunters.org/ 2020-03-0256 min

The Reverend Hunter PodcastWelcome to the Reverend Hunter PodcastTony Jones introduces you to the Reverend Hunter podcast, explaining how he got here and why the intersection of spirituality and the outdoors is so important to him. He also teases some of the show's future guests, including Shug Emery, Land Tawney, Barbara Brown Taylor, and Rob Bell. 2020-02-2418 min

Outdoor AdventuresTall tales and some truth with Ron ScharaWe chat with Ron Schara about the some legendary stories including the Leech Lake Muskie Rampage and the legend of "Lou" the Tonka sturgeon. Plus depleting the carp population and Game Fair.2019-07-2800 min

Outdoor AdventuresTed Takasaki and Ron ScharaWe chat walleyes with Pro Angler Ted Takasaki. Ron Schara gives us an update on the MN Bound Crappie Contest.2018-04-2900 min

Outdoor AdventuresArea cycle rally plus long time outdoorsman Ron ScharaWe chat with Rick Doust who's hosting a benefit cycle rally. Industry veteran and outdoorsman Ron Schara lets us know about an upcoming tournament involving the MN Wild.2017-07-0244 min