It was awesome to have had Eric Wolstenholme-Schmidt from @paleoalberta on the podcast. As a paleontologist, Eric takes part in another form of hunting that involves digging up the puzzle pieces of our past to paint a picture of how we came to be and what was before us. In our conversation, we talked about his work with the Royal Tyrrell Museum, his recent finds, and how incredible Alberta is with over 70 million years of history in its formations. We touched the many correlations between reading the land as a hunter & as a fossil hunter. Eric also shares his great aspirations for Paleo Alberta. Hearing all of Erics knowledge will inspire you to look at our land through another lense when out in nature. I can't wait to see what he unearths next and to have him back to share future findings.

I couldn't wait for Jonathan Lehman ( @jlehman05 ) to come on the pod and share stories from his unforgettable 2023 season. In this episode, we recapped the incredible moments Jon experienced this year, including the story of him & Lucas Shaver ( @shaver.lucas ) taking down 2 amazing bull Elk right next to each other with their bows. We covered his entire season from sheep, elk, & mule deer to waterfowl, fly fishing, and staying on the trap line. Of course, I had to ask about his newfound love for E-bikes and the benefits they bring to hunting! I can't wait to hear from Jon again and to see what he gets into next!

It was an absolute pleasure to have had Tyler Slager from @slageroutdoors & @onthebloodtrail on the pod. Tyler and his family need little introduction as their show Slager Outdoors has graced screens for over a decade! Over the years, they have gone above and beyond when it comes to displaying the world class hunting bur province has to offer. Tyler and I got to talking about how it all started. He shared stories from the beginning when him, his father Josh, and brother Ryan were first recording hunts in some of the most remarkable places. We talked about social media's impact on hunting content and the community, and of course, we got into some stories! We went over the wild successes that the Slager family has had in 2023, and Tyler talks about his personal journey with his velvet buck that re-lit the fire for bowhunting after being in the slumps for years. I can't wait to see the rest of the episodes that come out from these guys and their 2023 season. I am looking forward to keeping in touch with Tyler and

@slageroutdoors as they continue to share great content from the Albertan backcountry and their time hunting around the world.

It was a blessing to chat with Kevin McNeil, owner and operator of @aylmer_lake_lodge & @canadianwildlifeadventures in the NWT. Kevin and his wife Patti also run 5 other lodges, including one in McLennan Alberta. Kevin is an Albertan legend with 24 years of guiding experience and 13 years taking people to some of the most remote locations in the world. During our conversation, he touches on his upbringing and everything and everyone that led him to where he is today. The chat is woven together with some incredible stories from Kevin's life, his families experiences, and lifelong memories he's created for clients and those dear to him. Kevin and his team offer a variety of experiences from hunting big game, fishing for incredible Lakers, canoeing through untouched environments, and gazing northern lights that illuminate entire buildings in the midst of the night. I can't wait to share this episode at the end of the week!! For more info and content on everything they offer, check out their IG @aylmer_lake_lodge , their YouTube channel, and their website that is undergoing changes to display everything they'll be offering in 2024. I can't wait to catch up with Kevin again as he is an encyclopedia of the outdoors.

Ben Brochu ( @hinterland_outdoors ) came on the pod and floored me with stories from his life trapping, hunting, fishing, sailing, hiking, and paddling through some of the most remote places there is in the world and in our province. Ben is a guide and an outdoorsman with more experience than one episode can handle. We talked about his upbringing trapping, sailing the oceans with his kids, exploring uncharted locations with a packraft, and facing fear, uncertainty, and death head-on. He shares one of his most memorable moments from his youth in -50° weather, making 1 match count while out trapping, to stay alive with a lurking wolverine. I consider Ben to be a modern-day mountain man in which exploration is his main goal, and foraging & hunting follow to provide sustenance. I can't wait to have Ben back on the podcast. Be sure to check out his remarkable content on IG & on YouTube @ Hinterland Outdoors.

I was stoked to have Cory Lohr ( @lohrzy88 ), one of the owners of C&D Archery ( @canddarchery )on the pod! lt's always so nice to catch up with Cory, and I've been itching to get him to share some of his stories on the show. We got to talking about how Doug & Cory started C&D, some of the unique products they carry, and why he uses what he uses on his bow set up. We talked about his busy life being a father of 3 and how he takes every chance he can to have his boys out hunting with him. He shares his 2023 antelope story, 2023 mule deer, 2023 sheep hunt, and a few others from the past including a bull elk he got with his 5 year old and 3 year old right by his side. Cory has no shortage of absolutely remarkable stories I just couldn't wait to put out. This episode is loaded with technical talk & memories that will surely last a lifetime. I'm very thankful for everything Cory & Doug do for the archery and hunting community and for the podcast A. Those who know them can agree that they are a foundation and inspiration to many in the province. I can't wait to have Cory back on in the future to squeeze out more of his incredible moments and stories from in the field.

Had an awesome conversation with Derek White & Mat Ponto, owners and operators of @grizztargetsarchery . Many already know Grizz for their many contributions to the archery community. Whether its building outstanding targets or putting on shoots, they are a staple here in Alberta. We covered a lot of ground in this talk. The guys share how they got into archery and bow hunting and the journey into owning Grizz Targets & Archery together. We talk about their products, their passions, their families, and everything behind the name. Derek got into detail sharing his first archery bull moose story and everything that needed to finally come together in order for it to go down. Mat in turn shared a hilarious story of an unconventional pack out and a multi-species day that would blow anyone away. We finish by talking about what's in store for Grizz and what they've got coming up for the company and the remainder of their hunting seasons.

I can't thank Mat & Derek enough for their time and everything they do to support the Albertan community and the podcast. They are constantly hard at work to provide people with a quality product. They live life by example and inspire many to get out and enjoy everything this province has to offer.

If you aren't already aware of @grizztargetsarchery now is a great time to check out their page and their website to learn more about everything they do and their entire team.

It was refreshing to have Brandon Brown ( @fish_on_with_brando ) on the podcast. His energy and excitement about the outdoors is what drives us all to enjoy the wild. In our conversation, we talked about his move from Alberta to Vancouver Island and back again. We talk about some of the differences between hunting and fishing the island and the eastern side of the rockies. He shares the remarkable story of how he ended up on a blackbear this fall in Alberta and the heck of a journey it was to get out of the bush in the middle of the night. We also talked about his work on the mines in B.C. and how he gets to experience fishing some world-class waterways between his time spent in both provinces. I brought up registering as a volunteer for Alberta Conservation Association, and we talked about what we can all do to ensure land access and healthy populations for future generations to experience. Can't wait to have Brandon on again and wish him the best in the remainder of the season!! Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and hope a new episode makes returning from a long weekend a bit easier! 🔗Link to pod in bio!

It was a blast to have Carson Lisowski ( @_carsoncity_ ) on the pod. This past September, Carson finally sealed the deal on an archery antelope tag that took 14 years to draw. The "buzzer beater" story he shares of how he got it done is truly remarkable. In this episode, he also shares how he got into all elements of hunting and angling in Alberta. We talk about winter fly fishing and trying to convince the ladies in our lives to let us bring our taxidermy upstairs. I carry on the conversation too long by sharing a couple very embarrassing stories from my time in the woods as well 🤣😅. Can't wait to have Carson on again in the future to hear more of the stories from his previous successes!

Sat down to talk with Garret Reber, owner and operator of @rebersrigs premium plastics. We talked about his times fishing and hunting Alberta and how his lures came to fruition. Garret also dropped some heavy stories from the outdoors that serve as a sobering reminder to never become complacent. He goes into detail about being lost during a snowstorm ice fishing & a close encounter with a Grizz. Both things that can happen all too quickly it we let our guard down. If you haven't already seen his incredible soft baits or the amazing creatures he gets into, then head over to @rebersrigs page and check it out! It's settled. Next time Garret and I chat, we will be in the middle of a lake and recording the pod. Can't wait!

Be sure to check out his Instagram and @alberta.wildlife.stories for previews of episodes to come!