MAC Outdoors Podcast

Welcome back to another episode of MAC Outdoors with Mia Anstine. In today's episode, Charles Whitwam joins us to dive into the intriguing topic of wildlife management, including mountain lions and Catalina Mule Deer. We explore the controversy surrounding the proposed eradication of 2000 mule deer on Catalina Island and the ongoing ban on mountain lion hunting in California. We discuss the different perspectives of stakeholders, including hunting lobbyists, conservation organizations, and island residents.

Join us as we delve into the complexities of wildlife management, the importance of community engagement, and the need to bridge the gap between non-hunters and the hunting community. Get ready for a thought-provoking discussion on this hot-button issue. Grab your earbuds and tune in to MAC Outdoors with Mia Anstine, where we explore the wild world of hunting, fishing, shooting, and country lifestyle.

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Learn about Elegant and Armed concealment options, plans and products this week on MAC Outdoors.

Learn more and find important links at https://miaanstine.com/2023/10/29/mac-outdoors-podcast-123/

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Today, Mia joins Sierra Jepsen, the founder of Butcher Solutions, to discuss and compare the best cuts of meat. Whether you're buying from the store or processing your own, there's much to learn about meat's science.

Important links for this episode: YouTube 35:00 mark -- https://youtu.be/PJsYIM9xTNo?si=sOEP_lrdTIGGKozc&t=2095 Butcher Solutions -- https://butchersolutionsllc.com Sierra Jepsen's Butcher Solutions Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/butcher_solutions_llc/ SUPPORT THE SHOW! Use discount code MACO10 at WSI Sports https://mia.limited/WSI Mia's Amazon Storefront — https://www.amazon.com/shop/miaanstine MAC Outdoors apparel and gear – https://mia.limited/1 Self-Defense Radio Network – https://mia.limited/SelfDefenseRadio

Learn the secrets to having the best meat on the table and in your wild-game recipes. What you do from start to finish will impact the flavor of your hunting reward.

Important links for this episode: Shop field-to-table cooking — https://mia.limited/shopftt The gutless method of field-dressing an elk -- https://mia.limited/fielddresselk SUPPORT THE SHOW! Use discount code MACO10 at WSI Sports https://mia.limited/WSI Mia's Amazon Storefront — https://www.amazon.com/shop/miaanstine MAC Outdoors apparel and gear – https://mia.limited/1 Self-Defense Radio Network – https://mia.limited/SelfDefenseRadio

Let's talk with Kylie Alsturp of The Feminine Outdoors about building a community of outdoors persons. Learn about ways to get experienced and inexperienced people together for adventure, education, fun and hunting.

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Today, Mia is visiting with you to encourage you to learn more about a ballot initiative and what goes into hunting mountain lions. Below, you'll find important links for this episode, including a link to wild game recipes. -- Yes, you can eat mountain lions and bobcats.

Important Links: North American Model episode — https://miaanstine.com/2023/01/19/mac-outdoors-podcast-86/

Conservation Crossroads with the Sportsmen's Alliance — https://miaanstine.com/2023/08/27/mac-outdoors-podcast-114/ Recipes — https://mia.limited/recipes

Trapping in Action with Sky Goode — https://miaanstine.com/2023/06/22/mac-outdoors-podcast-111/

Colorado ballot proposal 2023-2024 #91 — https://leg.colorado.gov/content/prohibit-trophy-hunting

Text of "trophy" cougar initiative — https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/initiatives/2023-2024%2520%252391.pdf

Mountain lion hunting adventure -- https://miaanstine.com/2017/02/03/mac-outdoors-episode-002-endurance-mountains-and-lions/

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Let's learn where you can learn or continue training with your firearms with the Armed Women of America AWA). Mia and Marti reminisce about the Girls with Guns Ruger Rendezvous at Gunite Academy. The pair also discuss how you can come to the AWA to learn, train, and become more confident with your firearms.

Important Links: Armed Women of America -- https://armedwomen.org/

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Do you love wildlife, and do you love boating at the lake? Today, I'd like you to meet Keith Crowley and learn how boats affect LOON POPULATIONS! The topic is one I hadn't put together, but when my eyes were opened to the issue, I had to learn more and of course, share it with you.

Keith's photos and post about the Loons -- https://mia.limited/FBLoons View and purchase Keith's images at CrowleyImages.com Follow Keith on Instagram @KeithRCrowley SUPPORT THE SHOW!! Use discount code MACO10 at WSI Sports https://mia.limited/WSI Mia's Amazon Storefront — https://www.amazon.com/shop/miaanstine MAC Outdoors apparel and gear – https://mia.limited/1 Self-Defense Radio Network – https://mia.limited/SelfDefenseRadio

Let's sit down and visit with Jennifer Burbey, the president of the Colorado Outfitters Association and learn why and how to book a guided hunt, plus the ins and outs of what they do.

Links of interest: Booking a guided hunt workbook -- https://mia.limited/HuntBookingWKB Colorado Outfitters Association -- https://mia.limited/COA Professional Outfitters and Guides of America -- https://mia.limited/POGA

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Today, it's time for hunt talk. If you're already a hunter, share the hunt with others, and if you want to get started listen up. Learn why we hunt, as well as a few tips about how to get started.

Important Links: Elk Hunting Gear List -- https://mia.limited/ElkHuntGear23 Turkey Hunting Gear List -- https://mia.limited/TurkeyGear23 Booking a Guided Hunt workbook -- https://mia.limited/HuntBookingWKB Wyoming Women's Antelope Hunt (episode 83) -- https://mia.limited/WWAep83

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