Unbroken Arrows: Healing Through The Hunt

Happy Fourth of July everyone!

In this episode, Greg records from the sun porch at the family cabin in Minnesota. He talks about the history that dates back over ninety years ago and shares how Whispering Pines has been a place to heal for him.

Greg and Catherine debate about all the things that happened in June. There are some complaints about the rain, discussion about paddlefish, the happening of state parks, and, of course, some bantering about taking naps.

Catherine's mom Stephanie joins Catherine and Greg as they talk to long-time friends of the Spader family, Pat & Carol Kaiser. Pat, a retired Wisconsin DNR wildlife biologist shares an overview of his career before Stephanie and Carol join in. Catherine, Stephanie, Pat, & Carol share stories of how their friendship began and how it has grown through the years. Catherine provides an update on her "homework assignment" of reading Aldo Leopold's A Sand County Almanac.

Greg visits with Linda Lovegren, program co-coordinator for Casting for Recovery - Nebraska. Linda shares her personal story about how she became involved with Casting for Recovery, an organization that provides fly fishing retreats for women with breast cancer. CfR retreats have been held in about 46 states so many of our listeners will be able to learn how to get involved with Casting for Recovery near them.

Join Catherine and Greg's phone call to discuss recent trips and future podcast activities. Catherine also chats with Trey about some of the current happenings.

Catherine and her boyfriend Nate discuss several topics, including trail cameras, corner crossing, and who the better shot is. They also talk about the differences between hunting in South Dakota vs. Iowa and much more. Tune in for Nate's debut!

During a spring UTV ride on the roads in the Black Hills National Forest, Greg and his wife Stephanie wondered if they should be looking for Elk in the same places in the spring as they would during the fall. In this week's episode, Mike Klosowski, regional wildlife supervisor with the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks, joins Greg in a discussion that includes Elk management, Elk behavior, and the preparations that are necessary to increase the odds of having a successful Elk hunting experience.

Warriors Never Give Up co-founder Brett Bastian and board president Todd Stone sit down with Greg to visit about their non-profit organization that provides outdoor adventures for deployed or service connected disabled veterans. Brett & Todd share their how their faith and the relationships that they have developed has guided the direction of Warriors Never Give Up and has helped the organization use natures therapy to help heal the mind, body, & spirit.

Greg visits with Isaac Rubendall, park manager at Lake Poinsett Recreation area talks about the 2nd annual Spring Walleye Derby, a shore fishing event to be held on Saturday May 11th. Isaac also shares information about the South Dakota Game, Fish, & Parks summer theme Reel in Memories & the Fitness Passport Challenge.

Greg Wagner of the Nebraska Game & Parks visits shares with Greg that the Nebraska Parks are open and ready for visitors! Saturday May 18th is open house day in Nebraska - free fishing and park entry. He also highlights the Great Park Pursuit & and the Nebraska Tourism Department's Nebraska Passport program.

They also found time to talk turkey & trout!

Catherine and Greg sit down to talk about all the recent happenings… and most importantly the last turkey hunt. Tune in to hear about all things past, present, and future, and maybe get a good laugh from Greg’s misfortunes.