This special episode is about the importance of protecting hunting rights and the hunting way of life. Mark shares personal stories and experiences to emphasize the value of hunting and the need to defend it. He encourages listeners to dedicate 18 minutes a day to educate themselves about hunting, become knowledgeable advocates, and influence those closest to them. Mark also highlights the historical significance of hunting rights and the role of individuals in preserving them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Taylor Nairn is a father and a hunter from British Columbia. He joins Mark in this episode to talk about his experience with hunting, conservation, and outdoor activities. Taylor delves into his motivation for hunting, family involvement, conservation efforts, and the challenges of wildlife management. Taylor shares his passion for hunting and the importance of conservation work, highlighting the need for mentorship and the impact of environmental changes on hunting experiences. The conversation covers various topics related to hunting, conservation, and the involvement of children in outdoor ..read more

Is hunting conservation? At times, this is controversial statement. So we explore what conservation is and whether hunting is part of it or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

In this episode, Darrell Crabbe, Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation discusses the impact of the Hansen Buck on Saskatchewan and the province’s hunting community. Darrell discusses various topics related to hunting and conservation in Saskatchewan. He talks about the challenges posed by Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and the importance of testing animals for the disease. He also discusses the impact of CWD on hunting traditions and the need for hunters to adapt to changing circumstances. Darrell also touches on the issue of hunter access and conflicts with agriculture, as ..read more

Jen Shears joins the show to talk about Canada's management of seals and seal hunting, with a focus on the inspiration and motivation behind it. The conversation highlights the impacts of import bans on seal products and the challenges faced by hunters in Canada. It also discusses the population dynamics of seals, their changing diet, and the consequences of not managing their population. The conversation delves into the hunting process, including the three-step process for dispatching seals and the regulations and training required for seal harvesters. In this conversation, Jen discusses the ..read more

This episode covers various topics including the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus outdoor symposium, National Seal Products Day, the ban on snaring for licensed trappers in PEI, the ban on mink farming in BC, and the presence of chronic wasting disease in British Columbia. The conversation also touches on the importance of the fur industry in agriculture, the role of trappers in wildlife disease management, and a study on wolverine density. This part of the conversation discusses the conservation concerns surrounding wolverines and the need for reducing incidental trapping deaths to mai ..read more

This episode covers various stories related to bears, deer, moose, and gun ranges in Canada. The first story discusses the impact of tourism on grizzly bears in British Columbia, highlighting how tourists can disrupt their feeding patterns. The second story focuses on the tragic death of a famous white grizzly bear in Yoho National Park due to a collision with a vehicle. The episode also touches on the controversy surrounding the display of a mounted polar bear in Yellowknife and the decline of moose populations in Nova Scotia and Manitoba. Additionally, it mentions the decrease in the number ..read more

Perry McCormick, president of Pheasants Forever Canada discusses the importance of habitat diversity for pheasants and other bird species. He highlights the need for shorter cover and the benefits of vegetation diversity. The conversation also touches on the impact of landscape changes, such as the transition from smaller farms to commercial farms, the use of pesticides, and the development of green infrastructure like wind turbines and solar farms. Perry emphasizes the importance of conserving ditches and right-of-ways as valuable habitat and the need for awareness and education on their natu ..read more

Dr. Michelle McLellan delves into the reintroduction of grizzly bears into the North Cascade ecosystem in Washington state, exploring the challenges, implications, and potential impact on the ecosystem and neighboring regions. The discussion covers the history of grizzly bear reintroduction, genetic diversity, habitat quality, and the potential for bear migration across borders. The conversation delves into the challenges and considerations surrounding the reintroduction of grizzly bears in British Columbia and Washington State. It explores the social, political, and ecological dimensions of t ..read more

Chef Michael Hunter muses about his background as a chef and book author, his personal philosophies as a chef and hunter, and the changing perception of hunting in the culinary world. He believes that showcasing the food aspect of hunting is educational and inspiring, and it has encouraged more people to take up hunting. He also discusses the blending of cooking and hunting in the hunting community and its impact on the perception of hunting. Chef Hunter expresses his desire to be able to share wild game with customers in his restaurant, but there are strict regulations and processes that make ..read more