The LandTrust Podcast

By LandTrust

The LandTrust Podcast explores the intersection of land technology and outdoor experiences. Hosted by LandTrust, a platform connecting landowners with outdoor enthusiasts for activities like hunting, ... more

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April 15, 2026 Montana Working Ranch, Hunting Access, & Cattle Ops w/ Marsh Brothers | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 40
What happens when a large Montana cattle ranch opens its gates to private hunting and recreation?

In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with Brant and Clinton Marsh, the brothers behind 6C Cattle Ranch near the Clark Fork River in western Montana. They break down what it looks like to run a full-scale cattle and farming operation while also managing wildlife-rich ground now available for hunting and outdoor access.

The conversation dives into elk and mule deer movement across irrigated pivots, predator pressure from wolves and coyotes, and how the ranch is evolving habitat to support both agriculture and wildlife. The Marsh brothers also share what they’ve learned transitioning into hosting guests... everything from shed hunting and camping access to what makes a respectful, successful experience on working ranch land.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
- How a working Montana ranch integrates hunting access into daily operations
- What elk, mule deer, whitetail, and predator activity looks like on the ranch
- How irrigation pivots and farm ground influence wildlife movement
- Why habitat development is part of long-term ranch planning
- What shed hunting and seasonal access look like for guests
- What landowners value when hosting hunters on private ground

🌎 Explore 6C Cattle Ranch
https://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-north/69a1341b-1962-4089-860f-40d198663782
https://landtrust.com/l/6c-cattle-ranch-south/69a1338b-2dd6-48fb-906e-231c992e07dd

🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations with landowners, hunters, and conservation-minded ranches across the country.

#LandTrustPodcast #MontanaRanch #HuntingAccess #ElkHunting #MuleDeerHunting #PrivateLandHunting #RanchLife #LandStewardship #ClarkForkRiver #HuntingMontana #ConservationHunting

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Montana ranch hunting access
01:15 – Meet the Marsh brothers & 6C Cattle Ranch
03:30 – From leased ranch to LandTrust listing
06:00 – South vs. north side of the property breakdown
08:20 – Elk herds, mule deer, and whitetail presence
11:10 – Wolves, coyotes, and predator dynamics
13:40 – Irrigation pivots and agricultural expansion
16:30 – Fishing access on the Clark Fork River
18:45 – Ranch history and multi-generation operations
21:10 – Building wildlife habitat alongside farming
23:00 – Hosting hunters and shed hunting season
25:30 – What makes a good guest experience
27:00 – Closing thoughts

🔗 Follow LandTrust:
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LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
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26min
April 02, 2026 Private Land Hunting in Alabama | Landowner Perspective w/ Will Dixon | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 39
What does hunting access look like from the landowner’s side?

In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with landowner Will Dixon of Blue Springs Plantation in Clio, Alabama to talk about opening private land to hunters, managing property for wildlife, and what creates a great experience on both sides of the gate.

Will shares his approach to land stewardship, expectations for hunters, and how private land access (when done right) benefits both landowners and the future of hunting.

If you’ve ever considered booking a private land hunt or listing your own property, this episode gives you a real, on-the-ground perspective.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
- Why landowners open their property to hunters
- What makes a hunting property stand out
- How land stewardship impacts wildlife and hunting success
- Expectations landowners have for respectful hunters
- The role of trust in private land access

Explore Will's Property
👉 http://landtrust.com/l/blue-springs-plantation/698e57fd-cda9-4787-bbe3-9fff3660196a

🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on hunting, land access, and conservation.

#LandTrustPodcast #PrivateLandHunting #HuntPrivate #AlabamaHunting #Landowner #LandStewardship #HuntingAccess #WildlifeHabitat #HuntingLand #Conservation

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:40 – Meet Will Dixon & Blue Springs Plantation
05:20 – Opening private land to hunting
10:15 – Managing land for wildlife
16:30 – What hunters should know before booking
22:10 – Building trust between landowners and hunters
28:45 – The future of private land access
34:00 – Closing thoughts

🔗 Follow LandTrust:
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
41min
March 19, 2026 Father-Daughter Hunting Story: Ruby’s First Hunt & Lessons Learned | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 38
A first hunt is something you never forget, especially when it’s shared with your dad.

In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Ruby De Castro shares the story of her hunting journey and the experience of hunting alongside her father. From stepping into the outdoors for the first time to the lessons learned in the field, this conversation highlights the importance of family, mentorship, and passing down hunting traditions.

Whether you're a new hunter, a parent introducing someone to hunting, or someone who values time outdoors, this episode captures what hunting is really about... connection, experience, and legacy.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:
- What it’s like going on your first hunt
- The role of family in hunting traditions
- Lessons learned from hunting with a parent
- How new hunters build confidence in the field
- Why mentorship matters in hunting
- The emotional side of hunting experiences

🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship.

Want to book your own private land hunt?
👉 https://landtrust.com

#Hunting #FirstHunt #FatherDaughter #HuntingFamily #NewHunter #HuntingLife #OutdoorLife #HuntingStories #Mentorship #HuntPrivate #LandTrust

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:10 - Meet Ruby De Castro
05:45 - Getting Started in Hunting
11:20 - Preparing for the First Hunt
17:30 - Hunting with Her Dad
24:10 - Lessons Learned in the Field
30:05 - Building Confidence as a New Hunter
35:40 - The Importance of Mentorship
41:15 - Reflections & Takeaways

🔗 Follow LandTrust:
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
21min
March 05, 2026 Father & Son Kansas Turkey Hunt Success - Youth Eastern Gobbler | LandTrust Ep. 37
A one-day turkey hunt. An 11-year-old hunter. And a gobbler on the ground just 15 minutes after shooting light.

In Episode 37 of the LandTrust Podcast, David and his son Drake share their unforgettable spring turkey hunt in southeast Kansas. After flooding wiped out their original plans, they booked a private land hunt through LandTrust, and everything came together exactly how every turkey hunter hopes it will.

From roost gobbles at fly-down to a textbook setup without decoys, this episode covers youth turkey hunting, private land access, and why controlled hunting environments can create safer, more meaningful experiences for kids.

If you’re preparing for turkey season or looking for a father-son hunting story that hits home, this one delivers.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
- How to plan a successful one-day turkey hunt
- Why private land access can improve youth hunting success
- Eastern turkey hunting tactics in Kansas
- When to call and when to let gobblers work
- The safety and experience advantages of day-lease hunting
- How LandTrust supports conservation through Turkeys for Tomorrow

🌎 Find Your Next Turkey Hunt
Explore private land turkey properties in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and beyond:👉 https://landtrust.com
🔔 Subscribe for weekly hunting stories, strategy, private land access tips, and conservation conversations.

#TurkeyHunting #YouthHunting #FatherSonHunt #EasternTurkey #KansasTurkey #LandTrustPodcast #SpringTurkey #PrivateLandAccess #HuntPrivate #Gobblers

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Five Star Stories Intro
01:00 – Why they booked private land in Kansas
02:30 – Scouting the property with digital maps
05:15 – Morning setup & roost gobbles
06:00 – 15 minutes after shooting light
07:30 – The shot on a strutting Eastern gobbler
09:30 – Youth turkey hunting & subspecies goals
12:00 – Father-son hunting perspective
14:30 – Turkeys for Tomorrow partnership

🔗 Follow & Learn More
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
16min
February 18, 2026 Late Season Turkey Hunt Success in Tennessee & Private Land Strategy | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 36
What happens when you sleep in your ground blind the night before a turkey hunt?

In Episode 36 of the LandTrust Podcast, Dan Chumbler shares his late-season Eastern turkey hunt at Ohana Ranches in Tennessee, and how collaboration with a landowner led to a perfectly executed hunt plan.

Dan (CEO of Tethered and former MeatEater executive) breaks down his strategy for hunting pressured birds, why patience matters during late season turkey hunting, and how private land access changes the entire experience compared to heavily hunted public land.

This episode covers practical turkey hunting tactics, private land access, conservation partnerships, and how hunters can leverage local intel for more success.

If you're preparing for turkey season or looking for private land hunting opportunities, this one’s for you.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
- Late season turkey hunting tactics that actually work
- How to hunt pressured gobblers on private land
- Why sleeping in your ground blind can improve success
- The advantage of collaborating with landowners
- Differences between public land vs private land turkey hunting
- How conservation partnerships like Turkeys for Tomorrow support habitat

🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust Podcast for weekly conversations on hunting strategy, private land access, conservation, and outdoor entrepreneurship.

Looking for your own private land turkey hunt?
👉 https://landtrust.com/turkey

#LandTrustPodcast #HuntPrivate #PrivateLandAccess #TurkeyHunting #LateSeasonTurkey #PrivateLandHunting #EasternTurkey #HuntingStrategy #TurkeysForTomorrow #GroundBlind #HuntingPodcast

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Five Star Stories Series
01:05 – Booking a private land turkey hunt in Tennessee
02:10 – Sleeping in a ground blind overnight
05:00 – Late season turkey hunting strategy
06:30 – Calling sparingly & patient setups
07:45 – The silent gobbler encounter
09:30 – Hunting collaboration with landowners
12:00 – Turkeys for Tomorrow conservation partnership
13:15 – Using LandTrust for whitetail, shed hunting & fishing
16:00 – How landowners can list their property

🔗 Follow & Learn More

Tethrd
Instagram: instagram.com/tethrdnation
Facebook: facebook.com/tethrdnation
YouTube: youtube.com/@TethrdNation
Website: tethrd.com

LandTrust
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
18min
February 05, 2026 Women in Conservation, Outdoor Leadership & Protecting Wildlife | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 3
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, we’re joined by Lesli Allison of Western Landowners Alliance to discuss conservation leadership, wildlife policy, and the role private landowners play in protecting working lands and wildlife.

Lesli shares her experience advocating for land stewardship across the West, navigating the outdoor and conservation space as a leader, and building coalitions that connect landowners, conservationists, and outdoor recreation. This conversation explores the challenges facing private land conservation today, the importance of access and trust, and how organizations like Western Landowners Alliance are shaping the future of conservation.

If you’re interested in wildlife conservation, land stewardship, outdoor policy, and the evolving role of leadership in the outdoor industry, this episode delivers valuable insight.

🎯 What You’ll Learn
- How Western Landowners Alliance supports private land conservation
- The role of landowners in wildlife and habitat protection
- Key policy challenges affecting conservation today
- Why leadership and collaboration matter in conservation
- The future of stewardship on working lands

🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust YouTube Channel for weekly conversations on land access, conservation, and outdoor innovation.

#LandTrustPodcast #WesternLandownersAlliance #WomenInConservation #WildlifeConservation #LandStewardship #PrivateLandConservation #OutdoorPolicy #ConservationLeadership #WorkingLands #WildlifePolicy #OutdoorIndustry #ConservationPodcast

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to the LandTrust Podcast
02:05 – Lesli Allison & Western Landowners Alliance
06:45 – Conservation leadership and advocacy
12:30 – Wildlife policy and private land challenges
18:40 – Stewardship, access, and collaboration
25:10 – Engaging broader audiences in conservation
31:20 – The future of land stewardship
37:00 – Closing thoughts

🔗 Follow & Learn More

Western Landowners Alliance
Instagram: instagram.com/westernlandowners
Facebook: facebook.com/westernlandownersalliance
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCoOo4GTnhZcvZ8wHNLzD6lA
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/western-landowners-alliance/
Website: westernlandowners.org

LandTrust
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
1h 7min
January 21, 2026 Access, Conservation & Wild Turkey Habitat w/ Turkeys for Tomorrow | The LandTrust Podcast - Ep. 34
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, we’re joined by Jason Lupardis of Turkeys for Tomorrow to talk about private land access, conservation-driven recreation, and the future of wild turkey habitat across the U.S.

Jason shares insights from the nonprofit conservation side, breaking down how land stewardship, responsible hunting access, and habitat improvement can work together when trust is built between landowners and sportsmen. This conversation dives into the real challenges facing private land conservation today—and why partnerships between conservation organizations and technology platforms matter more than ever.

Whether you’re passionate about turkey hunting, wildlife conservation, or private land access, this episode offers practical insight into protecting habitat while expanding opportunity.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:
- How Turkeys for Tomorrow supports conservation on private lands
- Why private land access is critical for turkey hunting’s future
- The role of stewardship in sustainable hunting opportunities
- Key challenges landowners face when opening land for access
- How conservation groups and platforms can work together

#LandTrustPodcast #TurkeysForTomorrow #TurkeyHunting #PrivateLandAccess #WildTurkey #WildlifeConservation #LandStewardship #HuntingAccess #ConservationPodcast #ModernHunter #OutdoorIndustry

🦃 Find private turkey hunting opportunities across the country on LandTrust: https://landtrust.com/unit/turkeys
🔔 Subscribe to the LandTrust YouTube Channel for weekly podcast episodes, clips, and insider conversations shaping the future of outdoor access.

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to the LandTrust Podcast
02:10 – Jason Lupardis & Turkeys for Tomorrow
06:30 – The state of private land access
11:55 – Conservation, habitat & landowner trust
18:20 – Wild turkey management on private land
24:45 – Balancing access with stewardship
31:10 – The future of conservation-driven recreation
37:30 – Closing thoughts on protecting habitat

🔗 Follow & Learn More
Turkeys for Tomorrow
Instagram: instagram.com/turkeysfortomorrow
Facebook: facebook.com/turkeysfortomorrow
Website: turkeysfortomorrow.org

LandTrust
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
55min
January 16, 2026 Building a Fly Fishing Career, Access & the Future of Guiding | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 33
Fly fishing has changed, but the core values of access, stewardship, and earned experience still matter.

In this episode of The LandTrust Podcast, we sit down with Joe Simonds of Salt Strong to talk about building a career in fly fishing, the realities of guiding and outfitting, and how access to land and water shapes the future of the sport. Joe shares lessons learned from decades in the industry, what it takes to succeed as a guide today, and why protecting opportunity matters as outdoor participation grows.

This conversation dives into the intersection of fly fishing, entrepreneurship, conservation, and the evolving outdoor economy.

What You’ll Learn
- How careers in fly fishing and guiding actually get built
- The realities of access to land and water for anglers
- How the fly fishing industry has evolved over time
- Why stewardship and responsibility matter more than ever
- Lessons for hunters, anglers, and outdoor entrepreneurs

🔔 Subscribe for more stories from hunters, anglers, industry pros, & landowners
🌐 Find private-land fishing spots → https://landtrust.com

#LandTrust #LandTrustPodcast #FlyFishing #FlyFishingLife #FishingAccess #OutdoorIndustry #GuidingLife #Conservation #PublicAccess #Angling

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Joe Simonds
02:15 – Getting started in fly fishing and guiding
06:40 – Building a career in the outdoor industry
11:20 – Access, land, and water challenges
16:05 – The evolution of fly fishing culture
20:30 – Stewardship, responsibility, and the future
25:10 – Advice for aspiring guides and anglers

🔗 Follow & Learn More

Salt Strong
Instagram: instagram.com/thesaltstrong
Facebook: facebook.com/thesaltstrong
YouTube: youtube.com/@Saltstrong
Website: saltstrong.com

LandTrust
Instagram: instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
55min
January 07, 2026 Building Trust and Scale in Outdoor Tech w/ Fishing Chaos CEO | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 32
In this episode of The LandTrust Podcast, we sit down with John Calagaz, Founder and CEO of Fishing Chaos, to talk about building trust, scaling access, and operating successfully in the modern outdoor industry.

John shares lessons from growing Fishing Chaos into a trusted technology platform within the fishing and outdoor space, along with hard-earned insights on product development, credibility, and operational decision-making. This conversation explores how outdoor tech companies can scale without losing the trust of their users... and why access, relationships, and execution matter more than ever.

What You’ll Learn:
- How Fishing Chaos was built with trust at the core
- The challenges of scaling technology in the outdoor industry
- Why credibility is critical for outdoor and land-access platforms
- Operational lessons from building a founder-led outdoor tech company
- How technology can support access without replacing relationships

🔔 Subscribe for more stories from industry experts, sportsman, & landowners
🌐 Book private-land hunts → https://landtrust.com

#FishingChaos #LandTrust #OutdoorTech #FishingIndustry #OutdoorBusiness #FounderStories #LandAccess #OutdoorStartups

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to the LandTrust Podcast
02:10 – John Calagaz’s background and founding Fishing Chaos
05:25 – Building trust in outdoor technology platforms
10:05 – Scaling access while maintaining credibility
15:00 – Operational challenges in outdoor startups
20:10 – Technology’s role in the future of outdoor access
25:30 – Lessons for founders and operators
30:15 – Where outdoor tech is headed next

🔗 Follow & Learn More

LandTrust
Instagram: www.instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com

Fishing Chaos
Instagram: www.instagram.com/fishing_chaos
Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/fishingchaos
LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/fishingchaos
Website: app.fishingchaos.com
...more
1h 1min
December 18, 2025 Kansas Landowner on Hosting Hunters, Stewardship & Legacy | The LandTrust Podcast Ep. 31
In this episode of the LandTrust Podcast, Nic sits down with Walker Clawson, a Kansas farmer and rancher whose family has stewarded land across western Kansas, Oklahoma, and the Texas Panhandle for generations.

Walker shares what it’s really like to host hunters on working ranch ground, how family values, daily operations, and long-term stewardship guide decisions around access. The conversation covers southwest Kansas hunting, including mule deer, whitetail, upland birds, turkeys, waterfowl, and the role of playa lakes in supporting wildlife.

This episode offers an honest look at private land access from the landowner’s perspective, and why trust, respect, and experience matter more than ever.

🔍 What You’ll Learn
- How landowners balance hunting access with active farm and ranch operations
- What makes southwest Kansas a unique region for deer, birds, and waterfowl
- Why playa lakes are critical habitat across the Plains
- How thoughtful hunter behavior supports long-term stewardship
- What landowners look for when deciding who gets access
- Why private land hunting is about relationships, not just opportunity

🔔 Subscribe for more stories from hunters & landowners
🌐 Book private-land hunts → https://landtrust.com

#LandTrustPodcast #KansasHunting #LandownerStories #HuntPrivate #PrivateLandAccess #UplandBirdHunting #MuleDeer #WhitetailHunting #TurkeyHunting #WaterfowlHunting #Conservation #Stewardship #FarmAndRanch #DIYHunting

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – Welcome to the LandTrust Podcast
00:30 – Introducing Walker Clawson & his family ranch
02:10 – Growing up on a working farm and ranch land
04:00 – What makes southwest Kansas unique
06:20 – Wildlife diversity: deer, birds, turkeys & waterfowl
08:40 – The importance of playa lakes and habitat
11:10 – Balancing ranch operations with hosting hunters
14:00 – Stewardship, conservation & long-term land health
17:00 – Why control and trust matter for landowners
19:30 – What hunters often misunderstand about private land
22:00 – Creating meaningful outdoor experiences
24:30 – Final thoughts on legacy and the future of access

🔗 Follow & Learn More
Instagram: www.instagram.com/landtrust_hunt⁠
Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/landtrusthunt
LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/company/landtrustinc⁠
Website: landtrust.com
...more
32min

FAQs about The LandTrust Podcast:

How many episodes does The LandTrust Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.