On this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast, Mark talks with Orion from Forage Colorado.  Not only does Orion Aon have one of the most unique (and cool) names, but he has a peculiar obsession with all things foraging. Orion created Forage Colorado as an outlet to talk about his love of mushrooms, wild greens, berries and more. It’s now become a blog, classes and forays into wild spaces for food. Listen in to Mark’s conversation with Orion and then check out his blog post – How To Forage (An Introduction to Foraging).

https://modcarn.com/podcast-009-foraging-for-wild-food/

https://modcarn.com/hunting-still-relevant-mcp040/

https://modcarn.com/hunting-maine-ofp-ep023/

https://modcarn.com/owls-of-the-eastern-ice-with-jonathan-slaght-ofp-ep017/

On this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast, Mark is joined by Hal Herring and Tony Jones.  They are all gathered the Outdoor Writers Association of America Conference.  We have been waiting a long time for this conversation with two of the more interesting people in the hunting world.  Hal Herring is an outdoor writer and the host of the BHA Podcast and Blast.  Tony Jones is the host of the Reverend Hunter Podcast.  During this chat, Mark poses the question, “Is hunting still relevant in 2022?”.  These three gentlemen do their best to answer this question, with some fun twists and turns along the way.  Make sure to listen in!

https://modcarn.com/death-and-spirituality-of-hunting-mcp-ep023/

https://modcarn.com/darkhouse-spearing-minnesota-mcp036/

On this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast, Mark is joined by Ed Arnett.  He is an avid hunter and angler based out of Colorado.  He has been working in wildlife management for several decades.  Previously, he was the chief scientist for the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership.  Recently, he has had a change in profession.

His current position is the CEO of the The Wildlife Society.  This organization’s mission is to inspire, empower, and enable wildlife professionals to sustain wildlife population and habitat, through science-based management and conservation.  Wildlife professionals are people who work to ensure that the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation works.  If you are not familiar with this model make sure to check it out here.  Listen in to learn about Ed’s life and the powers of conservation!

https://modcarn.com/minority-outdoor-alliance-mcp037/

https://modcarn.com/andrew-zimmern-modern-carnivore-podcast-ep019/

Jon Norman, on a typical night in his old life.

Jon Norman, now sober and on his hunting journey.

https://modcarn.com/darkhouse-spearing-minnesota-mcp036/

https://modcarn.com/non-lead-mcp035/

This episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast was recorded at Pheasant Fest 2022 with Durrell Smith and Kris Rockwell of the Minority Outdoor Alliance (MOA) and Colby Kerber from Pheasants Forever / Quail Forever.  Durrell and his wife Ashley created MOA following the killing of George Floyd in 2020 as a way to help those who are under-represented in the outdoors. The goal is to get more people outdoors and experience the wonderful ways these experiences can add richness to life.

Keep your eyes peeled in the coming months as Modern Carnivore and Pheasants Forever / Quail Forever will be doing more with Durrell and MOA. These projects will help get more people from all backgrounds into the outdoors.

In October of 2021 Durrell and Ashley Smith (co-founders of the Minority Outdoor Alliance) presented Jared Ungar with the first-ever Corey Rockwell Bird Dog, Literacy, & Conservation Development Award on behalf of MOA and the S. Kent Rockwell Foundation.

Durrell and Ashley Smith present Jared Ungar with the very first Corey Rockwell Bird Dog, Literary, & Conservation Development Award

https://modcarn.com/new-hunter-stories-mcp-ep020/

https://modcarn.com/ryan-busse-gunfight-mcp-ep032/

https://modcarn.com/aaron-kindle-ofp027/

https://modcarn.com/kristen-schmitt-ofp026/

This episode of the Modern Carnivore podcast takes place after a very fun, yet very cold darkhouse spearing trip.  A large cast joins Mark on this episode.  Firstly, we have Katie Burgert.  Katie is the host of the Fish Untamed Podcast and a first timer to spearing.  Next, is Alex Gorman.  Alex is the president of the University of Minnesota Club Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.  Thirdly, we have John Kaczorek.  John is a writer for Modern Carnivore and has many good articles on our Hardwater Hunters Series.  Make sure to check those out below.  Lastly, we have Dave Gunther.  Dave is a retired educator and he has a passion for darkhouse spearing.

The group gathered around a darkhouse.

This trip came about when Katie reached out to Mark about giving this awesome activity a try.  Mark, of course, said yes and so this small group headed up to North Central Minnesota.  During this trip they braved the freezing cold and gusty winds but were rewarded with some fish. Listen in to this great episode that is filled with laughs and even some fish.

https://modcarn.com/darkhouse-spearing-beginners/

https://modcarn.com/all-things-northern-pike/

https://modcarn.com/smoked-whitefish/

On this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast, Mark talks with three representatives from the North American Non-Lead Partnership. This partnership is a formation of more than 40 entities across the country.  They’re a hunter-focused organization that is working to preserve the North American wildlife and hunting heritage.  They educate hunters about lead vs. non-lead ammunition in firearms.  The three gentlemen talking with Mark during this podcast are Leland Brown, Chris Parish, and Andrew Clare. They each spend a good deal of time growing the partnership, but all three still have typical day jobs.  First off, Leland works for the Oregon Zoo.  Secondly, Chris is from the Peregrine Fund.  Lastly, Andrew works for the Great Basin Institute.

The North American Non-lead Partnership takes a voluntary approach in switching to non-toxic ammunition.  Through raising awareness and educating hunters, they are trying to increase the usage of non-toxic ammunition.  These gentlemen are also hunters and it gives them pride to help lead others on this journey with non-toxic ammunition.

https://modcarn.com/using-non-lead-ammunition/

https://modcarn.com/ryan-busse-gunfight-mcp-ep032/

https://modcarn.com/jeb-taylor-knives-mcp034/

A knife is the one universal tool that you need in the field and woods, or on the water. Whether you’re hunting, fishing or foraging the knife in an indispensable tool.

Jeb Taylor has been in love with knives his entire life. He fondly remembers his first knife as a kid which was Swiss Army style that his parents gave him. As a young man in the U.S. Army he was stationed in the Philippines and became fascinated with blacksmiths there who would make bolo knives in the jungle. This started his interest in making his own knives. Fast-forward just a few years later and he operates his own knife company – Jeb Taylor Knives. He’s also the founder and President of the Midwest Knife Maker’s Guild. which was established in 2019 to create community and provide education, networking for knifemakers and enthusiasts in the midwest area of the country.

We’re also giving away one of Jeb Taylor’s custom made knives. Click here to register to win this knife (registration closes soon).

Jeb Taylor and his family.

Other recent podcasts by Modern Carnivore:

https://modcarn.com/ryan-busse-gunfight-mcp-ep032/

https://modcarn.com/kristen-schmitt-ofp026/

https://modcarn.com/artemis-outdoors-mcp033/

On this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast, we throw it back to a conversation from a couple years ago. Mark sits down with Jessi Johnson and Chelsea Cassens. Jessi Johnson is the founder of Artemis Outdoors.  This organization, as Jessi describes it during the podcast, was “born of the need to see women’s voices more actively represented in conservation with a hunting and fishing angle”.  The key topics this group tries to focus on are ethics, philosophy, women, and mentoring new hunters.

Chelsea Cassens was the first ambassador for Artemis Outdoors.  Chelsea grew up in a small town in Oregon where she learned all about the outdoors.  She currently lives in Idaho where the outdoor opportunities are numerous. Jessi grew up in a ranching family in Wyoming where she learned about the land and all it has to offer.  Like Chelsea, she also lives out West where she loves to spend time in the outdoors. They are two women from different backgrounds, grew up to love the outdoors so much that they want to share it with anyone willing to listen. Listen in for fun hunting stories, many laughs, and to learn more about this organization.

https://modcarn.com/mariah-gladstone-indigikitchen-ofp-ep019/

https://modcarn.com/a-conversation-with-nicole-qualtieri-outdoor-feast-podcast-ep006/

In this episode of the Modern Carnivore Podcast Mark sits down with Ryan Busse. Ryan is the author of the forthcoming book Gunfight – My Battle Against the Industry that Radicalized America*. Ryan Busse is a former sales and marketing executive at one of the most respected firearms manufacturers in the country. In this memoir he shares his perspectives and personal stories about how the gun industry has changed over the years.

While Modern Carnivore has usually steered clear of controversial discussions, we felt that this was an important story to share. Ryan Busse has a unique perspective, as a kid who grew up on a ranch in rural America and then went on to be one of the leaders in the firearms industry. Listen in and then join us in a thoughtful conversation about the often-avoided topic of firearms and the role it plays in hunting, and our broader society.

Ryan Busse, Montana Author. Photographed by Mandy Mohler of Field Guide Designs.

https://modcarn.com/mcp031/

https://modcarn.com/land-connection-ofp-ep025/

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