Hunting Fatherhood

Heath Seiner took a leap of faith to start Hunt R.E.D.I. with his partner Jerrod Stewart. Part of that decision was based on the idea that not starting the company would be hypocritical to the advice he gives his daughters about chasing their dreams.

We talk about him learning to hunt with his great grandmother, stewarding her hunting tradition across 5 generations, and the artifacts of his family's hunting activities. We also dig into what it's like starting a business in the middle of a pandemic.

We reference two articles from the Hunt R.E.D.I. blog on the show:
The Ties That Bind
Pursue Your Legacy

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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Casey can trace his heritage back 17 generations to the lowcountry between Savannah and Charleston. He channeled his passion for fishing and conservation ethic into a successful company.

Toadfish Outfitters makes thoughtful implements for everyday living inspired by his sense of place. The company gives back to the cause of oyster habitat improvement because Oysters are critical for water quality, which keeps fish populations healthy.

We talk about raising kids with a sense of awe for the natural things around us, innovating in a crowded market, and making responsible choices for environmental stewardship.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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I talk with Ian McNair about settling down after 7 years of world traveling to raise girls and practice his craft on the eastern shore of Virginia. Ian learned to carve duck decoys from his father, Mark McNair and now carries on the tradition. Now he carves ducks professionally, and is a co-founder of High'N'Dry Outdoors, which make industrial grade waders for outdoorsmen and aquaculturalists.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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Ben Ross learned to love turkey hunting from his dad. Naturally, when Ben was looking for the perfect groomsmen's gift, he turned to turkey feathers. This led to the launch of Brackish and its endless stream of feather-adorned accessories for men and women "inspired by Mother Nature's paintbrush". We talk about his questionable fashion choices, the importance of friends and family, and helping out when you can.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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Dr. Travis Hayes Folk grew up around his father's land business, where he developed a love of maps and hunting. Now a wildlife biologist, Travis is also the founder of New World Cartography. His company hand draws maps in a traditional style for discerning clients.

We talk about raising children in the same woods he grew up in, and the cultural and environmental importance of managing rice impoundments in South Carolina.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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Ryan Kirby is a prominent wildlife painter who works with conservation organizations like the National Wild Turkey Federation, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and the National Deer Association. His art has raised over $1M for conservation.

We talk about growing up on a farm, finding his talent, and raising the next generation. Check out his artwork at Ryan Kirby Art.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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After two decades in food & bev., Tia took up crabbing and reluctantly launched a career as a crabbing guide in Charleston, SC. She's been recognized as one of Air BnB's top experience hosts, and runs her own guide service: Casual Crabbing with Tia

We talk about how crabbing has transformed her life, the new perspectives she has about her hometown, and the joy she gets to share with others.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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In the debut episode of the Hunting Fatherhood Podcast, I interview a longtime friend, Rev. Cdr. Tom Warren.

Tom and I met at the US Coast Guard Academy in 1999. He invited me to join his family dove hunt for 17 years running before I agreed. My first ever hunt was 2 months before I became a dad. The experience made me realize that something was missing from my life, and hunting was part of the answer.

We talk about how he got started hunting, what hunting means to him, and me and his son sharing our first hunt with his dad's last.

Intro Music:
Shot Down by Josh Woodward

Outro Music:
Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw 

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