Join Michael as he welcomes Ben Dettamanti, also known as Shed Crazy, to the Hunting Stories Podcast. In this episode, Ben shares thrilling tales from his hunting adventures, including a viral elk hunt, a challenging coues deer pursuit, and the trials of antelope hunting. Discover the highs and lows of public land hunting and the unexpected twists that come with it.

Key Highlights:

Ben's viral elk hunt story and the controversy that followed. The challenges of hunting coos deer in Arizona. A memorable antelope hunt with unexpected outcomes. Insights into public land hunting and dealing with other hunters. Ben's journey to complete his 50 sheds in 50 states challenge.

Guest Info: Ben Dettamanti, aka Shed Crazy, is a full-time content creator and avid hunter. Follow his adventures on YouTube at Shed Crazy Official and on Instagram for more hunting stories and insights

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1 Colorado rabbits develop horn‑like growths from Shope papillomavirusCBS Coloradocbsnews.com

2 Secret Service raised Ohio river for Vice President J.D. Vance’s kayak tripAssociated Press via KPTVkptv.comkptv.com

3 Mountain Lion Foundation board dismissal claim (unverified)Foundation email; no independent confirmationmountainlion.org

4 Florida approves 23‑day black bear hunt with 187 permitsU.S. News & World Report & Observer Local Newsusnews.comobserverlocalnews.comobserverlocalnews.com

5 National Park Service warns against feeding bearsCBS Newscbsnews.comcbsnews.com

6 Scientists debate active forest management vs. hands‑off approachesMongabaynews.mongabay.com

7 Argentine authorities add charges in country’s biggest wildlife trafficking caseMongabaynews.mongabay.com

8 Illegal hunting guide sentenced to prison in ColoradoColorado Suncoloradosun.com

9 California bill proposes hunting invasive mute swansCalMatterscalmatters.org

10 Elisabeth Teige wins Rusch Memorial Game Bird Scholarship for prairie‑chicken research

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In this engaging conversation, Michael Scrogan and John Barklow delve into the world of hunting, sharing personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences. They discuss the evolution of hunting skills, the importance of quality gear, and the thrill of mountain goat hunting. John shares captivating stories of unexpected twists in the field, encounters with wildlife, and the impact of predators on hunting strategies. The conversation highlights the beauty of nature and the lessons learned from various hunting adventures, culminating in reflections on the hunting experience and a look towards future adventures.

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Radioactive Wasp Nests at Savannah River SiteWashington Post, Smithsonian, AP News Wikipedia+10The Washington Post+10Smithsonian Magazine+10

DOI Proposes LWCF Fund DiversionWashington Post, Field & Stream The Washington PostField & StreamFriends of the Columbia Gorge

“Don’t Feed the Bears” Act IntroducedLWCF Coalition (press) (note federal policy overlap)

Colorado Wolf ReintroductionDOI GAOA impact page, Colorado Sun (context) U.S. Department of the InteriorThe Colorado Sun

Dragon Bravo Fire – North RimColorado Sun (context) The Colorado Sun

Michigan’s Bear‑Baiting Ban PushNews reports (placeholder)

ND Pronghorn Licenses IncreasedField & Stream Field & Stream

CA Rodenticide Warning for Wild Pig HuntersField & Stream, CDFW outreach Field & Stream

Drone GUARD System for Deer DeterrencearXiv (scientific release) ZME Science

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In this engaging episode, John Kesler shares his rich experiences in hunting, guiding, and the deep connections he has with his family and the outdoors. From his early days in Colorado to his epic mule deer story, John reflects on the traditions of hunting and the emotional ties to his grandfather's legacy. The conversation also delves into the challenges and humorous moments of elk hunting, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the sport and the bonds formed through shared adventures.

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In this Hunter’s Brief, Michael covers 15 headlines from July 26–31, 2025. Topics include California’s razor‑clam reopening, hunter input meetings, rodenticide‑tainted pigs, coral conservation, wolf removal, Sunday hunting expansion, simplified deer licensing, leftover tag sales, Florida’s proposed bear hunt, Wisconsin’s record turkey harvest, public‑lands advocacy, youth hunt opportunities, Arizona’s Copper State Draw and West Virginia antlerless lotteries. Each segment explains the essentials, why it matters to hunters or anglers, and ends with a light‑hearted remark.

Story headlines:

Razor clamming reopens in Del Norte County

California seeks hunter input on Yolo Bypass and Grizzly Island

Public meeting for Northern San Joaquin Valley wildlife areas

Rodenticide taints wild pigs in California

Confiscated corals get second chance at the New York Aquarium

Washington removes a problem wolf from Togo Pack

Pennsylvania opens 13 straight Sunday hunts

Minnesota simplifies deer licensing for 2025

Colorado leftover tags go on sale Aug. 5

Florida moves toward a regulated bear hunt

Wisconsin’s spring turkey season sees record harvest

Public‑lands activists celebrate a victory

Cañada de los Osos youth hunts open for applications

Arizona’s Copper State Draw opens July 30

West Virginia opens antlerless deer hunt lotteries

Sources:

California razor‑clam reopeningwildlife.ca.gov

CDFW hunter meetings: Yolo/Grizzlywildlife.ca.gov & Mendota/Los Banos/North Grasslandswildlife.ca.gov

Wild pigs rodenticide warningwildlife.ca.gov

WCS coral propagation programnewsroom.wcs.org

Washington wolf removalcapitalpress.com

Pennsylvania Sunday hunting expansionlockhaven.com

Minnesota deer regulationsdnr.state.mn.us

Colorado leftover tag salefourcornerssci.com

Florida bear hunt rule amendmentsmyfwc.com

Wisconsin turkey season totalsmidwestfarmreport.com

TRCP public‑lands celebrationtrcp.org

Cañada de los Osos youth huntswildlife.ca.gov

Arizona Copper State Drawazgfd.com

WVDNR antlerless deer lotteriesmybuckhannon.commybuckhannon.commybuckhannon.com

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In this episode of the Hunting Stories podcast, host Michael Scrogan welcomes Whitney Tramel, an adult onset hunter who shares her journey into the world of hunting. Whitney discusses her transition from gun to bow hunting, her emotional connection to the sport, and the importance of mentorship in her experiences. She reflects on her first hunting experiences, the challenges of elk hunting, and the thrill of hunting in different states, including her adventures in Molokai. The conversation also touches on the impact of hunting on mental health and Whitney's aspirations for her podcast, Wild Strength.

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This week’s Hunter’s Brief covers top stories, from a major public-land “corner crossing” case now headed to the Supreme Court and new predator management moves, to local wildlife encounters (a cougar attack in Washington, a rare bear attack in Wisconsin), record-breaking fish catches in New York and Kansas, and international updates on trophy import debates and rhino poaching. It’s a quick, factual, and lightly humorous rundown of the news that matters to hunters and anglers.

Stories Covered:

Wyoming Corner Crossing Case Goes to Supreme Court – Ranch owner petitions SCOTUS to overturn corner-crossing rulingwyomingpublicmedia.orgwyomingpublicmedia.org

House Committee Backs Delisting Yellowstone Grizzlies – Bill advances to remove ESA protections from GYE grizzly bearswyomingpublicmedia.orgwyomingpublicmedia.org

Colorado Suspends Trapping Permits to Protect Wolves – CPW halts foothold trap licenses after reintroduced wolf killedcoloradosun.com

Cougar Attacks 4-Year-Old in Olympic National Park – Child saved by father; mountain lion tracked and euthanizedtheguardian.comtheguardian.com

Wisconsin Nixes Hunting/Fishing License Fee Hikes – New budget uses $30M transfer instead of raising license pricesoutdoornews.comoutdoornews.com

South Dakota May Expand Hound Hunting for Cougars – Proposal open for comment to allow more dog-assisted lion huntsoutdoornews.comoutdoornews.com

Illinois Poachers Fined Nearly $120K for Deer Crimes – Five men sentenced for multi-year spotlighting and Lacey Act violationsoutdoornews.comoutdoornews.com

Wisconsin Woman Survives Black Bear Attack – 69-year-old in stable condition after sow with cub attacks her near homepeople.com

NY Angler’s 6-lb Brook Trout is Third State Record of 2025 – Lowville man breaks 12-year brookie record (22″, 6.3 lbs) in Adirondacksdec.ny.gov

Kansas Angler Catches 121-lb Record Blue Catfish – Massive catfish shatters state record by 18 lbs on Missouri Riverksoutdoors.comksoutdoors.com

Texas Opens Applications for 9,600 Draw Hunt Permits – Public hunting lottery offers hunts statewide for 2025–26tpwd.texas.gov

Maryland Summer Striper Closure in Effect – Chesapeake Bay striped bass season closed July 16–31 due to heat stress concernssouthernmarylandchronicle.com

Montana Closes Big Hole River Amid Drought – Full fishing closure on lower Big Hole as warm, low water threatens trouttheoutdoorwire.com

U.K. Renews Push to Ban Trophy Imports – Nearly 200 endangered-species trophies brought to UK last year fuel calls for import bantheethicalist.comtheethicalist.com

195 Rhinos Poached in South Africa in First Half 2025 – Slight drop from 2024; new “Rhino Renaissance” plan launched to boost populationhelpingrhinos.org

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In this episode, Chris Greenly shares his journey as a new hunter, detailing his experiences, challenges, and the emotional rollercoaster of hunting. From learning the ropes of archery to the thrill of close encounters with deer and turkeys, Chris reflects on the importance of patience, family involvement, and the lessons learned along the way. He emphasizes the joy of sharing these experiences with his daughter and the significance of the hunting journey beyond just the kill.

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This week’s Hunter’s Brief covers everything from a Colorado reservoir “fish-out” caused by a broken dam to national policy changes affecting millions of acres of public land. We hit the latest on wolf and mountain lion management in the West, Pennsylvania’s historic green light for Sunday hunting, Jay Cutler’s social media hunting firestorm, and much more – including conservation wins and a few cautionary tales for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s all news that matters to hunters and anglers, served up quick and clean (with a side of wit).

Stories Covered (with Sources):

Colorado Lake Draining – Emergency Fish Salvage: Wildlife officials ask anglers to harvest fish from Summit Reservoir before it drains (CBS Colorado).

Roadless Rule Rollback: Trump administration rescinds protections on ~59 million forest acres to allow logging (The Guardian).

Washington Commission Collusion Allegations: Evidence of anti-hunting collusion among Washington Fish & Wildlife commissioners and activists (Sportsmen’s Alliance report).

Jay Cutler Safari Backlash: Ex-NFL QB Jay Cutler faces social media outrage after posting trophy hunt photos from Africa (TMZ Sports).

South Dakota Mountain Lion Hounds Proposal: State considers expanding use of dogs in Black Hills cougar hunts (Outdoor News).

Montana Wolf Harvest Changes: FWP proposes allowing 15 wolves per hunter and night hunts on private land (Outdoor News / AP).

House Bills – Lead Ammo & Grizzly Delisting: U.S. House committee advances H.R.556 to protect traditional ammo on public lands and H.R.281 to delist Yellowstone grizzlies (NRA-ILA News).

Colorado Wolf Packs Forming: CPW confirms three new wolf packs in Colorado post-reintroduction (CBS Colorado).

UK Trophy Import Ban Push: UK Parliament debates banning hunting trophy imports, 10 years after Cecil the lion (LionAid / Yahoo News).
Wisconsin Bear Attack: 69-year-old woman survives rare black bear attack at her Wisconsin home (People Magazine / WI DNR update).

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