You brought home the harvest—now what?

In this episode, Brad Fenson is joined by Camp Chef’s Brooks Hansen to break down the most common wild game cooking mistakes—and how to avoid them. From thawing your meat too quickly to skipping the resting phase, these small missteps can lead to tough, dry, flavourless meals that do your harvest a disservice.

Brooks, a lifelong outdoorsman and meat-smoking expert, shares advice on:

·       Proper thawing techniques to preserve flavour and texture

·       Why overcooking is the #1 wild game mistake

·       Choosing the right wood and temperature for your smoker

·       The importance of letting your meat rest before slicing

·       How to cook for flavour—not just doneness

Whether you’re cooking your first deer or trying to impress with smoked goose breast, this episode is your go-to guide to doing wild game right.

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We’ve hit a milestone! For our 100th episode, Brad Fenson is joined by two of Alberta’s most insightful and entertaining hunting voices — Lee Foote and Matt Besko.

From wildlife management debates to the lighter side of hunting culture, this conversation blends humour, experience, and a deep passion for the outdoors. 

The trio tackles:

•Alberta’s hunting heritage and how to keep it fun.
•The hang your meat or not debate (and why it still stirs the pot).
•Mule deer management — simple levers vs. complex systems.
•Changing perceptions of wild game through the table, not the field.
•Social media’s impact on new hunters and hunting culture.
•The future of hunting access, demographics, and public perception.

Whether you’re here for the laughs, the food talk, or the hard truths about conservation, this milestone episode celebrates what makes Alberta’s hunting community so special — and what it will take to keep it that way.

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Do you need a range day to improve your skills with your shotgun or rifle? Think again.

Brad Fenson shares the simple at-home drills that will make you more accurate and confident in the field, without firing a single shot. From the flashlight-in-the-barrel trick for perfecting your swing to snap-cap drills for mastering trigger control, Brad walks you through practical exercises you can do in your living room, garage, or backyard.

Whether you’re gearing up for waterfowl, upland birds, or big game, these habits will help you shoulder faster, point smoother, and put more wild food in your freezer.

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Thinking about waterfowl hunting but don’t know where to start? This episode is for you—or the new hunter in your life.

Brad Fenson is joined by Josh Glover and Daryl Oliver from the Parkland Pintails Chapter of Delta Waterfowl to talk about their Waterfowl 101 program: a free, hands-on experience designed specifically for first-time hunters. From safe shooting instruction and dog/decoy demos to bird cleaning, cooking tips, and a mentored hunt, this event gives new hunters the tools and confidence they need to succeed.

Whether you’re new to hunting, want to get your kids involved, or know someone ready to take that first step. This episode is full of inspiration, practical advice, and powerful stories about the future of hunting in Alberta.

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In this episode, host Brad Fenson sits down with Brian Joubert, the manager of game use and allocation with the Hunting and Fishing Branch in Alberta Forestry and Parks, to break down what the latest updates to Alberta's Wildlife Act and Wildlife Regulation mean for hunters this season.

From expanded youth opportunities to changes in night hunting rules, the conversation explores the rationale behind the updates, how they align with modern practices, and what hunters need to know before stepping into the field.

Brian offers insights into:

• The new minimum age for youth hunting
• Updates to baiting regulations and trapping permissions
• Clarifications around night hunting
• How the new legislation promotes conservation and education

🔗 Get informed before you head into the field: https://mywildalberta.ca/hunting/regulations/default.aspx

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With Alberta lowering the minimum age for big game hunters, there's never been a better time to introduce kids to the field—but how do you do it safely and meaningfully?

In this heartwarming episode of BrAdvice, Brad Fenson is joined by his daughter, Adeline, to discuss what it's really like to start young in the world of hunting. From drawing rough grouse targets together to learning the basics of BB gun shooting, this episode emphasizes the value of hands-on practice, safety-first habits, and making learning fun.

Brad shares real-world advice for parents and mentors—like using broom handles to teach muzzle awareness, creating DIY pellet traps, and building confidence through repetition and encouragement. Adeline adds her candid perspective on what helped her feel ready to learn and what keeps it fun.

Whether you're mentoring your own kids or helping the next generation of hunters, this episode is full of practical ideas for laying a strong foundation that goes beyond just pulling the trigger.

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In this episode of the Harvest Your Own Podcast, host Brad Fenson is joined by Ken Kranrod to talk about two things close to every Alberta hunter’s heart—conservation and community.

They dive into the story behind Waterfowl Warmup. This fun and competitive clay shoot raises money for Report A Poacher, Alberta’s vital hotline for stopping illegal hunting and fishing activity. From the evolution of RAP to how hunters are the province’s most passionate conservation advocates, this episode highlights what it means to be part of Alberta’s outdoor community.

🔸 Hear how poaching incidents are reported and investigated

🔸 Learn why Waterfowl Warmup is more than just a sporting clay challenge

🔸 Discover how your participation directly supports public awareness and enforcement

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How did a made-in-Alberta model for conservation funding grow into one of Canada’s most respected conservation organizations?

In this episode of the Harvest Your Own Podcast, Brad Fenson is joined by Todd Zimmerling, President and CEO of Alberta Conservation Association, and Dr. Lee Foote, ecologist, author, and former ACA board member. Together, they reflect on ACA’s formation, growth, and continued impact on fish and wildlife conservation across Alberta.

From its beginnings in 1997 after a provincial restructuring of wildlife funding to today’s wide-ranging conservation projects and public access initiatives, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who values Alberta’s outdoors.

🎙 Highlights include:

• Why hunting and fishing licence levies matter
• How ACA became a model for other provinces
• Accountability to Alberta’s hunters, anglers, and landowners
• Success through collaboration between biologists and outdoor enthusiasts

👉 Learn how your hunting or fishing licence contributes to conservation.

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In this BrAdvice episode, Brad Fenson breaks down everything you need to know about Alberta’s hunting draw season. From understanding priority points and undersubscribed tags to insider strategies on once-in-a-lifetime opportunities like the Minister’s Special Licences, Brad shares advice to help you maximize your chances of landing the tags you want. Learn why antelope draws are getting tougher, which resources to use to research zones, and how to avoid common draw mistakes. Whether you’re new to hunting or a seasoned outdoors person, this is the episode to help you draw smarter, not harder.

Apply for the draws today: https://www.albertarelm.com/licensing.page 

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In this episode of the Harvest Your Own Podcast, host Brad Fenson is joined by Amber Anderson, an Alberta-born outdoors enthusiast now living off-grid in the Yukon. Amber shares how she went from urban life to a remote, self-sustaining lifestyle that revolves around hunting, fishing, foraging, gardening, and wild game butchery.

After winning the Fill the Freezer contest, Amber participated in a wild game butchering course that completely changed how she approached meat processing. From trimming pork properly to preparing for her first moose, she’s embracing a life filled with hands-on learning and meaningful harvests.

✅ What she learned in the game cutting course
✅ Tips for reducing waste and cutting meat efficiently
✅ How off-grid living fuels her connection to food and nature

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