Join us as Rusty Smith shares his thrilling hunting adventures, including an unforgettable archery elk hunt and a heartwarming story of helping his wheelchair-bound friend, Nick, achieve his dream of hunting a mountain lion. Rusty also delves into his family's involvement in wildlife studies and the delicate balance between hunting regulations and conservation efforts. Tune in for captivating tales and insights from a seasoned houndsman.

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In this conversation, Jean-Paul recounts a harrowing experience of a break-in where thieves attempted to steal hunting gear from his truck. He reflects on the instinctive reaction to confront the thieves and the subsequent challenges faced due to the broken window in cold weather. The discussion highlights themes of personal safety, the emotional impact of theft, and the practical considerations following such incidents.

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In this episode, Joe Rosenbaum shares his journey into hunting, starting at the age of 23. He recounts his first deer hunt, the excitement of elk hunting, and the cherished traditions of deer camp. Alongside his son Joey, they discuss various hunting experiences, including dove and turkey hunting, and the transition from gun to bow hunting. The conversation highlights the bonds formed through hunting and the memorable stories that come with each adventure.

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In this engaging conversation, Sam Westfall, an Army veteran and experienced bow hunter, shares his journey from rifle hunting to bow hunting as a means of coping with PTSD. He discusses the challenges and dangers of solo bow hunting, the importance of preparation, and the therapeutic benefits of archery for veterans. Sam recounts various hunting stories, including unexpected encounters in the wilderness and the lessons learned from them. He also introduces the Valor Archery Challenge, an event that promotes archery as therapy and fosters community among hunters. With a mix of humor and insight, this conversation highlights the unique experiences and perspectives of a veteran in the hunting world.

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Below are the stories discussed in this episode with links to the original sources:

Senate Stewardship Caucus launches to safeguard public lands – National Audubon Society

Oklahoma Attorney General defends tribal hunting rights – KXII News

Elk hunter succumbs to grizzly attack injuries in British Columbia – NBC Montana

California euthanizes four gray wolves after livestock depredations – Indiana Public Media / NPR

Fall time change increases wildlife‑vehicle collisions; campaign urges wildlife crossings – Environment Colorado

Trump administration tells Colorado to stop importing Canadian wolves – Colorado Public Radio / Associated Press

Government shutdown: parks stay open despite staff furloughs – CamperFAQs

Environmentalists challenge the Lolo National Forest logging plan – Center for Biological Diversity

Judge orders U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to reconsider wolf delisting – KPAX News / Missoula

Best management practices aim to reduce lead in ammo and tackle – Wildlife Management Institute / AFWA

Texas hosts Explore Bowhunting event to welcome newcomers – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Idaho Fish and Game seeks tips after elk and deer poaching cases – Idaho Fish and Game

Gabon and WCS partner to co‑manage national parks – WCS Newsroom

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In this episode of the Hunting Stories Podcast, We welcome Nate Illingsworth, a humorous and relatable figure in the hunting community. They discuss Nate's journey into hunting, his experiences with social media, and the challenges he faces as an influencer. The conversation flows through various hunting stories, including memorable moments with family, upcoming hunts, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures in the field. Nate's light-hearted approach to hunting and life shines through as he shares his adventures and insights, making for an entertaining and engaging episode.

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Supreme Court declines to hear corner‑crossing caseoutdoorlife.comoutdoorlife.com

Pheasants Forever expands walk‑in accessyahoo.comyahoo.com

New world‑record Wels catfish from Europeoutdoorlife.com

BlackOvis and Camofire close amid controversyrokslide.com

Canada’s voluntary gun return program with a looming deadlinecanada.cabuckeyefirearms.org

Deer diseases threaten rural economiestheguardian.comtheguardian.com

BLM Public Lands Rule rollback and shutdown complicationsdoi.govflatheadbeacon.comflatheadbeacon.comoutdoorlife.com

Utah poaching convictiongephardtdaily.com

Rhode Island deer‑baiting casenrinow.news

Wyoming Game & Fish seeks tips on artifact lootingcounty10.com

Colorado big‑game regulation surveyaspentimes.com

Arkansas mountain‑lion roadkillagfc.com

California provisional candidate law for threatened speciesesassoc.comesassoc.com

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In this episode of the Hunting Stories podcast, our host Michael welcomes Leif Wywadis, who shares a variety of hunting stories that span from his first hunting experiences to memorable adventures in South Africa and Georgia. Leif discusses the significance of hunting in his life, the lessons learned from his father, and the joy of sharing these experiences with family and friends. The conversation highlights the emotional connections to hunting, the thrill of the chase, and the importance of preserving these stories for future generations.

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Florida bear tag sabotage & revenueOutdoor Life via Yahoo: anti‑hunters drew 23 % of Florida black bear tags and applications raised over $817,000yahoo.comyahoo.com

New archery world‑record elkPope & Young/Boone & Crockett press release confirming Casey Brooks’ 478 2/8″ bullpope-young.org and NW Sportsman clarificationnwsportsmanmag.com

Backyard deer hunts in TennesseeWorldDeer.org explains Hendersonville’s backyard hunting program and its aims to reduce high deer densitiesworlddeer.org

Riverside County lieutenant accidentIHeartRadio and Yahoo reports describe the accidental shooting of Lt. Nathan Kaaskfiam640.iheart.comyahoo.com

Deer rubs glow under UVNational Deer Association summary of UGA Deer Lab research on photoluminescent rubs and scrapesdeerassociation.com

States join IUCNThe Wildlife Society article on Massachusetts and California intending to join IUCNwildlife.org

Florida conservation easementThe Wildlife Society and Florida DEP press releases about the 7,514‑acre Kenansville Ranch easementwildlife.orgcontent.govdelivery.com

IUCN Red List conservation winsZME Science article on species downlisted in latest Red List updatezmescience.comzmescience.com

Gene‑editing debate at IUCNNPR/SDPB story on the moratorium proposal and opposing viewssdpb.orgsdpb.org

Rhode Island poaching casesNBC 10 News coverage of poaching crackdownsturnto10.com

Great Sand Dunes elk poachingRMEF alert seeking information on poaching incidentrmef.org

ORV bills in national parksSUWA press release criticizing bills to allow off‑road vehicles in national parkssuwa.org

Government shutdown impactsCenter for Western Priorities summary of furloughs and effects on public landswesternpriorities.org

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In this engaging conversation, George Blitch shares his experiences as a fifth-generation Texan hunter, discussing the unique aspects of hunting melanistic deer, the challenges of turkey hunting, and the invasive hog population in Texas. He emphasizes the importance of wildlife management, conservation, and mentoring new hunters. George also highlights the stories behind his podcast, 'Son of a Blitch,' where he interviews various guests from the outdoor and arts communities, encouraging listeners to connect and share their own stories.

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