Jesse Blumer and I discuss trapping predators and how important it is to remove predators from the landscape to protect game species. Living in western Oklahoma, Jesse faces unique challenges as compared to where I live in South Carolina. His approach to trapping and removing predators is somewhat different from mine, but what you will learn is the importance of removing them from the landscape.

We also discuss Blumer's Outfitter's his family owned outfitting business in Western Oklahoma. From Whitetail deer, waterfowl, and turkeys, he has a successful business taking clients out for the adventure of a lifetime.

Jesse is also a passionate father and husband and follower of Christ. his passion for Jesus is infectious and this is an episode that every ordinary person can relate to.

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This episode drops on the first day of Lent. The 40 days preceding Easter where we as believers seek to refocus through prayer and fasting. My hope is that you will consider the following questions as you step into the season of Lent:

1. Are you relying more on your own strength or on God right now?
2. What distractions are pulling you off lthe trail spiritually?
3. How can you intentionally pursu God during this season of Lent?

Today's guest is the founder of Scooter's Hunt Camp

Scott was raised in the small town of Emmett, Id. Scott loves all sports and spent 6 years chasing dreams by playing college baseball. After that didn't pan out baseball he came back to Emmett working several different jobs trying to find my place. In 2006 the opportunity was presented to buy an Insurance Agency here in town. He now owns this agency, and this was a GOD thing as the freedom of being his own boss has given him much time with his sons. In 2007 Scott was introduced to Kami, a year later they were married. In 2010 & 2013 they welcomed 2 amazing sons into their tribe. I joke tribe as we are all registered in the Cherokee Nation. In 2021 Scott lost Kami to Breast Cancer. She was an angel here on earth, but God needed her with him.

In 2000 Scott was given the vision to give back to kids through hunting. He was given a gift as a successful hunter. In fact, in 2001 he was named the Idaho State Bowhunters bowhunter of the year.

Scott founded and now directs the Scooter's Youth Hunting Camp in Emmett. Over the 26 years of being a part of this ministry and mission field for kids. Scott is most proud of witnessing about his Savior and best friend "JESUS". Over 26 years Scott has had the honor of sharing God's goodness and putting a Shotgun, Bow, Muzzleloader and .22 rifle into the hands of over 6,000 kids. All for FREE and all through donations. It has been a labor of love for Scott. He works for the kids 24/7/365 as a volunteer. SYHC is 100% volunteer with no paid staff. The volunteers who show up for the camp are amazing and all get an Orange SYHC shirt. The volunteer crew has been coined the "ORANGE ARMY" with the past couple of years being 120+ strong. There is a joke around the area that Scooter has 4,000 nieces and nephews because of the interactions from this camp. In 2015 Scott added to the SYHC by creating "Hunting Dreams". This subchapter of the camp does 2 hunting trips a year for children who have suffered a life-threatening illness. One Bear hunt each spring and an Elk hunt each fall with everything donated to fully outfit the hunters. New Rifle, Binos, Scope, Rangefinder, Boots, clothes etc. etc. Then a whole week in God's country hunting and eating "Their" favorite menu. The crew processes the meat and a taxidermist does a bear rug and elk shoulder mount for a forever memory. Scott loves GOD, loves kids and loves being a servant.

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Sinai Part 2

Apologies for the late upload. I had major internet issues last week and then traveled for three days.

Ben Steiger is the founder and president of the nonprofit ministry Everyman Challenge, a discipleship movement focused on helping men step into their God-given potential. What began years ago as an outdoor-based ministry called Heart of the Outdoors, which leveraged Ben's passions for hunting, backpacking, fishing, and archery, including an archery program that reached 15 states and 8 countries and engaged hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world, has since been refined into the work Ben believes God uniquely called him to do: fighting for the hearts of men.

Ben believes the strongest way to fight for a marriage, a family, a church, and a community is by helping a man become who God created and empowered him to be. Today, Everyman Challenge partners with churches across the country, equipping them with a discipleship tool that reaches and transforms men in a way few ministries can.

In addition, Ben leads Crest the Summit, a ministry designed to take leaders deeper in their walk with Christ and more fully into their pursuit of Him. Ben is passionate about helping men experience true freedom, lasting fulfillment, and a clear sense of purpose through a life rooted in Christ. His greatest joy comes from investing in people, especially his wife Myla and their growing family, and walking alongside men as they live out their faith with clarity, courage, and conviction. At the core of Ben's work is a simple conviction: when a man finds freedom in Christ and lives with purpose, everything connected to his life begins to change.

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This week we take a look at the amazing showing of God at Mt. Sinai and the amazing lack of faithfulness by God's people at Mt. Sinai. This is week 1 of a several week series.

Interested in learning more about this topic? Read Exodus 19-32.

Want to discuss this more? Shoot Jon an email at [email protected]

Canyon Ministries exists to help people encounter God in the outdoors, using places like the Grand Canyon as living classrooms. Through guided hikes, rim walks, backpacking trips, river adventures, and outdoor teaching experiences, they invite people to slow down, look closely, and reconnect with their Creator.

While Canyon Ministries is known for thoughtful creation apologetics, their deeper aim is relational—helping guests experience awe, ask honest questions, and recognize that nature is not just something to admire, but a place where God speaks. Whether someone comes curious, skeptical, or already grounded in faith, the goal is the same: to foster meaningful moments in wild places where hearts are stirred, faith is strengthened, and people walk away more aware of God's presence than when they arrived.

Nate Loper is an outdoor educator, speaker, and veteran Grand Canyon guide with decades of experience helping people connect faith, science, and the natural world. He has spent years teaching in some of the most dramatic landscapes on earth, with the Grand Canyon serving as his primary classroom. Known for his clear communication and grounded approach, Nate blends geology, history, and Scripture in a way that is accessible, thoughtful, and rooted in real-world observation.

Nate has played a central role in the growth and mission of Canyon Ministries, serving in leadership and guiding roles while helping shape its vision, teaching philosophy, and outdoor programs. Through leading and developing daily rim tours, inner-canyon hikes, multi-day backpacking trips, and Colorado River expeditions, he has helped thousands experience the canyon not just as a scenic wonder, but as a place that points clearly to the Creator.

Beyond apologetics and geology, Nate's heart is for people. His work with Canyon Ministries has always emphasized relationship—creating space in the outdoors for honest questions, quiet reflection, and moments where God's presence feels unmistakably close. Whether standing on the rim at sunrise or sitting in a chair circle along the river, Nate sees the outdoors as one of the most powerful settings for spiritual clarity, renewal, and growth.

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The overwhelming characteristic of God is invitation not condemnation.

Romans 8.1

Matthew 11.28

Today's guest on Christian Outdoors is Keven Schwieger. Kevin is the founder and CEO of Luke 5 Adventures. Luke 5 adventures is a non-profit adaptive hiking ministry based on Ohio.

Kevin has spent his entire career in ministry with time spent on staff at Athletes in Action, church planting, and associate pastor roles in various churches. Kevin is also an outdoorsman who loves hiking, backpacking and all things outdoors. Kevin and Luke 5 Adventures is on a relentless pursuit to introduce or reintroduce, God's amazing creation to those impacted by disability.

Acts 2 is a story of explosive growth for the church. It was not simply because of the message preached by Peter but by men and women who were committed to sincerely live in community and show the world a better way!