She Shoots Podcast

By She Shoots

SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion... more

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

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September 18, 2024 Episode 32: Colleen Piper - Locked and Loaded
This month we are welcoming Colleen Piper, Owner of The Bullet Shop.
About Colleen:
Colleen's desire for shooting came at an early age. Her family hunted like most families back in the day and as she grew older, shooting was put on the back burner. Then she met her husband of 44 years, Ed. Their love of the outdoors had them out deer, elk, moose, bird game and migratory hunting. It didn’t take long before she stole his 270 Ruger Bolt Action rifle (which she still uses today!). As soon as their sons were old enough, they got involved with hunting too.
Colleen's passion for IPSC started when she attended the Calgary Gun Show in 2004. Off in the back corner I could hear gun fire and she just had to go see what was going on. There was a booth with 4 smiling guys so eager to sell this new passion called IPSC. Her interest was sparked! 2 years later a gentleman move to their home town and started IPSC at their local club - the Brooks Pistol and Small Bore Club. Here was her chance to get her feet wet. In the spring of 2006 Colleen and Ed took their Black Badge Course which is required to shoot IPSC.
In 2007 Colleen and Ed competed in the Alberta Provincials at their home range. No doubt, They had both gotten the shooting bug!
As one would know most hobbies are expensive; no different than with IPSC. Colleen and Ed's passion for shooting and attending matches quickly out-paced their finances. What else to do than to buy a remanufacturing handgun ammunition company!
Colleen and Ed purchased The Bullet Shop in 2008. Since then, their business has grown in leaps and bounds over the years. Collen and Ed feel truly blessed to be able to do something they are both passionate about. The Bullet Shop has helped fellow competitors earn National titles, including Amanda Fisher, who competed and won Top Production Lady in 2024 and Justin Thomson, who won Top Production Optics on the National Team in 2024.
Colleen started to compete in 2006 and since then has had to work hard to achieve and hold onto top lady in Alberta for years. She has achieved titles of Top Lady in Standard at the Alberta Provincials and Canadian Nationals, as well as Top Production Optics Lady in Alberta.
Colleen's biggest reward in the world of IPSC is watching her friends, new and old, participating in something they are passionate about. Watching how all their hard work in practice has paid off at matches. The smiles, laughs and tears are all a part of this wonderful world called IPSC.
About SHE SHOOTS PODCAST:
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
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49min
August 14, 2024 Episode 31: After Hours - Apex Optics & the Navy SEALs
Carlee and Vanja Krtolica stayed with us after hours to tell us the story about how they met up with some Navy SEALs who tested some of their products.
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9min
August 14, 2024 Episode 31: Carlee & Vanja Krtolica - All about the Optics
This month we are welcoming Carlee & Vanja Krtolica, Co-Founders of Apex Optics .

Vanja Krtolica
President & CEO, Co-Founder of Apex Optics
Vanja Krtolica is a seasoned hunter and competitive shooter, excelling in disciplines such as Steel Challenge, IPSC/USPSA, 3-Gun, NRL Hunter, and Precision Rifle Series. He’s even claimed victories in shotgun turkey shoots. Before co-founding Apex Optics, Vanja lent his expertise as a Program Manager, specializing in CyberSecurity and Large Infrastructure projects across Canada and the U.S. His blend of corporate experience, passion for the outdoors, and love for hunting in Western Canada provided Apex Optics with a unique advantage when developing its first products.
Today, while Vanja continues to compete in shooting sports whenever possible, his primary focus is on optical design and new product development. His vast experience in hunting and shooting sports drives the innovation behind Apex Optics’ cutting-edge products.

Carlee Krtolica
Vice-President & COO, Co-Founder of Apex Optics
Carlee Krtolica is the VP, Co-Founder, and COO of Apex Optics, where she combines her diverse expertise in corporate management, consulting, and competitive sports to lead the company’s operations and strategic initiatives. Before co-founding Apex Optics, Carlee built a robust career in the energy sector, specializing in fixed asset and production accounting. Her experience in marketing and recruiting have also been crucial in shaping the brand's success.
In addition to her corporate experience, Carlee served as a business consultant, advising companies on growth strategies and marketing efficiencies. She is also a published author, with her best-selling book making a significant impact in her field.
Carlee’s journey in competitive shooting began with pistol sports, particularly Steel Challenge, where she quickly rose to prominence. She won a national title in her women’s classification in 2018 and secured second place in 2019 while five months pregnant, demonstrating her remarkable dedication and resilience.
Beyond her work at Apex Optics, Carlee is a prominent figure in the shooting sports community. She serves on the board of the Canadian Precision Rifle Association (CAPRA), the national governing body under the International Precision Rifle Federation (IPRF) for precision rifle sports. In this role, Carlee helps set the qualification standards for Team Canada in world championships for both precision centerfire and rimfire disciplines and oversees the management of Team Canada each year.
About SHE SHOOTS PODCAST:
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
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1h 12min
July 10, 2024 Episode 30: Kelly Kincaid - Mapleseed and Ladyseed
This month we are welcoming Kelly Kincaid, Vice-president of special events for the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights (CCFR) and Mapleseed instructor.
Kelly has been a member and a Field Officer with the CCFR since its inception. She has held many positions within the organization: Field Officer, Regional Field Officer Coordinator, Provincial Coordinator, and she is currently serving as the VP of Special Events. Kelly has helped grow the Field Officer Program in Ontario, volunteering at shows, Ladies Days, and other Events across the Province.
Kelly is an IPSC shooter and Match Director for her club, a Mapleseed Instructor, Hunter, and an overall lover of guns!
About SHE SHOOTS PODCAST:
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
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45min
June 12, 2024 Episode 29: National Champions and Pew Partners
This month we are welcoming Melody Philistin and Taylor Reich, PCC National Champions.

Melody Philistin is a competitive shooter for Team FH Munitions, and Team Apex. She is the current Handgun and PCC National Lady Champion, multi-time Provincial Lady Champion in Alberta and Saskatchewan, as well as the first IPSC Multi-Discipline National Lady Champion. Melody started shooting IPSC Handgun in 2022, and started shooting PCC in April of this year.

Taylor Reich is also a competitive shooter for Team FH Munition and Team Apex. He is a 3x Canadian IPSC national champion in handgun and PCC, along with multiple Alberta and Saskatchewan provincial titles. Taylor began shooting 3-gun in 2016, IPSC in 2019 and is the first Canadian IPSC shooter to have won nationals in multiple disciplines overall.
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56min
May 08, 2024 Episode 28: Tracy Wilson - National Range Day
This month we welcomed Tracey Wilson, Vice-president of public relations for the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights (CCFR) to talk about National Range Day (June 1), a day created to recognize the 2.3 million licensed gun owners who responsibly, legally, and safely own and use firearms in Canada.
Tracey has been a significant part of the CCFR team Since its inception and was one of the original incorporating directors. Her role and skills have grown over the years, making her a powerful, public-facing advocate. Tracey is the vice president of public relations for the CCFR and Canada’s only in-house registered gun lobbyist. Her political influence and tenacious spirit make this lady an asset to the CCFR team and Canadian gun owners.
Not only is Tracey the VP of public relations for the CCFR and their registered Lobbyist, but she is also a published author, having written articles for Women’s Hunting magazines. Tracey and CCFR CEO Rod Giltaca can be seen regularly on the CCFR Radio Podcast and YouTube Channel with their “Week in Review,” and has graced SHE SHOOTS on a number of occasions to share her vast knowledge of Canada's gun communities and legislation. She is the original “CCFR Calendar Gunnie Girl” cover model and one of the CCFR Women’s Program Executive team members. In her “free time”, Tracey can always be found at the range doing special events like National Range Days and Women’s Introductory Range Days. And is a familiar face at Sports and Gun Shows like the Toronto Sportsman Show and TACCOM.
Tracey is a mom, grandmother, a sports shooter, a seasoned hunter and Canada’s one and only “Gun Goddess.”
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54min
April 10, 2024 Episode 27: Amber Berukoff - Fun Shoot Fundamentals
This month, we welcome Amber Berukoff, owner of Cantac Firearms, Cantac Machining LTD and candy store in Castlegar, Match Director for the West Kootenay Marksmen, President of the Castlegar Pistol Club, and the Founder/Managing Director of the West Kootenay Ladies Shooting Group.

Amber or "Lola" to her friends is a busy business owner and mom to 2 beautiful children. She is a licensed gunsmith as well as a certified range officer.
In her spare time, she enjoys running matches, events and classes that entice women, kids and those who need help stepping into the firearms community the opportunity to do so.
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
In her community, she is a director of multiple non profits related to wildlife conservation and community management, including the West Kootenay Marksmen, Castlegar Pistol Club, and West Kootenay Ladies Shooting Group. Amber loves seeing the look of excitement that new shooters get when introduced to the sport and it is her goal to be that stepping stone for whoever needs it.
If you need help learning more about firearms or want to join in on any of the Kootenay events, check out the websites below!
www.wklsg.net
www.castlegarpistolclub.com
www.trailwildlife.com
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59min
March 13, 2024 Episode 26: Teri Bryant - Chief Firearms Officer for Alberta
This month, we welcome Teri Bryant, Alberta's Chief Firearms Officer.
Teri was a member of the Alberta Firearms Advisory Committee. She served as the secretary of the Alberta Arms and Cartridge Collectors Association for the past 16 years and is the president of the Military Collectors Club of Canada. Teri was an associate professor with the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary on national and international business.
As Chief Firearms Officer (CFO), Teri demonstrates that public safety and a flourishing firearms community are mutually complementary goals. She will ensure that we preserve for future generations a firearms heritage that reflects Alberta’s values of safety, responsibility and respect for individual rights.
A major part of CFO Teri’s role is to help bond Alberta’s law-abiding firearms community together. She has a strong presence in Alberta, connecting with stakeholders across the province to explain how the office advocates for law-abiding firearms owners and focus on safety.
About SHE SHOOTS PODCAST:
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
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1h 16min
February 14, 2024 Episode 25: Vanessa Harrop - Super Slam Award Winner 2024
This month, we welcome Vanessa Harrop, Outdoor Quest TV host and avid hunter and outdoorswoman who recently won the Grand Slam Club's Super Slam Award for 2024 at SHOT Show this year.
Vanessa Harrop
Vanessa has a deep passion for hunting and the outdoors and she loves to immerse herself in cultures around the globe. As hunting is the cornerstone of all cultures, she believes there is no better way to experience a destination.
She is constantly seeking out new adventures and whether it’s climbing mountains in search of mountain goats and sheep, chasing Muskox on the tundra, or stalking elk and deer in the foothills of Alberta, she embraces it all! There is nothing quite like the adrenalin and anticipation that comes with each adventure.
Vanessa is also a gear junky and is constantly searching out and testing products to assist in her pursuits. There is no need to call Vanessa a huntress. She is proud to be simply a hunter and no matter where she hunts, she is respected for her tenacity and grit.
Vanessa is strong role model for all women hunters.
Find Vanessa:
Outdoor Quest TV: http://outdoorquesttv.com/
Outdoor Quest TV: (Facebook): Outdoor Quest TV | Facebook
Outdoor Quest TV (Instagram): Outdoor Quest TV. (TJ) (@outdoorquesttv) • Instagram photos and
videos
Facebook: Vanessa Harrop | Facebook
Instagram: vanessaharrop Vanessa Harrop (@vanessaharrop) • Instagram photos and videos
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1h 1min
January 10, 2024 Episode 24: Breaking Down Bill C-21
This month we welcomed Tracy Wilson, Vice-president of public relations for the Canadian Coalition for Firearms Rights (CCFR).
Tracy has been on the front lines in Ottawa as the registered lobbyist for CCFR supporting firearms owners and businesses during the hearings and creation of Bill C-21.
Tracy will help us explain what C-21 is, what the bill entails, and common misunderstandings with the bill passing in parliament late last year. We'll open up for questions from the audience to help clear up any misconceptions.
About SHE SHOOTS PODCAST:
SHE SHOOTS is a podcast for women in the shooting community and for those interested in learning more about it. It is hosted by women who shoot, hunt, and instruct and most importantly share a passion for introducing new ladies to the sport.
Coming to you on the second Tuesday of every month, the objective of SHE SHOOTS is to showcase various activities in the shooting sports and highlight the people who participate. We hope this will help you find something you are interested in learning more about and various ways to get involved.
Did you know the shooting community proudly boasts over 250,000 licensed women who participate across Canada? This sport has something for everyone and it's easy to get out and give it a try.
Join us every month when we host SHE SHOOTS on a variety of social media platforms. This exciting collaboration is brought to you by the Canadian University Shooting Federation, Project Mapleseed and LadyGuns.
...more
1h 20min

FAQs about She Shoots Podcast:

How many episodes does She Shoots Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.