I Went to the Woods

Jaden Bales is back to talk about his archery antelope hunt, but we mostly end up talking about things we don't understand like how a bear can just appear and elk can disappear. We also talk about lessons learned in sports that translate to hunting, what happens when a hunt is filmed, the value of a good wall map and the importance of supporting wildlife organizations in different states - especially if you plan to hunt them.

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Paul Atkins moved to Kotzebue nearly three decades ago. In this episode we talk about life in the Arctic including the strength of rural communities, real Alaskan winters, the local vs. non-local debates regarding hunting, the writing process and what he will miss most now that he is back in Oklahoma. His book Atkins' Alaska is available on Amazon.

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Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics joins me to talk about applying a college education in a career, the fundamentals of a positive growth culture at a gear company, the importance of customer relations, quality products, his next hunt and when to pour gas on a good idea.

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Craig Van Arsdale and I talk about his archery caribou hunt on the Haul Road, his first summer as an Alaskan, hunting outside of the United States, conservation, regulations and the future of hunting in the Lower 48.

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In this episode I talk with the co-host of the show Saltwater Experience and founder of WaypointTV Tom Rowland. We discuss good ideas, bad ones, how to stand out in a saturated industry, the role of fitness in a productive life, goals and the future of fishing as a resource and sport.

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In this episode Fairbanks resident Harrison Gottschling and I talk about his upcoming caribou hunt in a coveted area. We talk about the best ways to get information, what to look for when e-scouting, mileage expectations, logistical concerns when flying in and floating, meals that get your mind right and why he has 42 chickens.

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Abby and I recap our week on Prince of Wales Island. We recap our blacktail deer hunt, the deer population on POW, discuss the pros and cons of different rafts and fishing for salmon.

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In this episode my wife Abby and I talk about fog, rain and eventually blacktail success. We covered 26 miles over three days and I took my biggest buck to date.

Road bike or urban bike? Mountain bike with full suspension or a hard tail? In this episode I talk with Cycle Alaska co-owner John McConnochie about the biking culture in Juneau, owning a shop, his favorite trails, selecting the style of bike that best fits your lifestyle, and how to then choose the bike that's right for you.