Wilderness Attitude

Today is the launch of the 3rd volume of Wilderness Athlete’s The Wild Kitchen, The Wild Game Edition. So we asked Wilderness Athlete Director or Operations Kimberly Rush & Chef Connor Gabbott to join us to talk all about wild game. I was honored when asked to provide some recipes for this book & be amongst some of the best chefs, hunters & wild game lovers like Remi Warren, Kristy Titus, Chris Denham and many more. We share some of our favorite recipes from the book, talk about how to properly prepare and store your meat and provide a few tips to those who have never tried wild game. If you love cooking wild game or have always wanted to give it a shot, then this podcast is the one for you.

The reintroduction of gray wolves in many states has become a hot-button topic. Since being listed under the Endangered Species Act in 1974, and then their reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park and central Idaho in 1995, the battle over the presence of the gray wolf in the West has been an ongoing debate. Justin Webb, Hunting Guide for Clark Fork Outfitters and Mission Advancement Director of the Foundation for Wildlife Management, sits down with us to share his life in the wilderness and his incredible experiences with wolves in Idaho. And although he has the utmost respect for these wolves, he explains why he believes managing these predators is so crucial to the ecosystem and the amazing wildlife living in it.

Today is Election Day so, we wanted to drive home just how important your vote is in this election. Mahting Putelis joins us to talk about why we as a country need to move away from the labels, to sharing values, in order to continue enjoying our wild spaces, wild animals, clean air and clean water. Mahting also shares a little of his back story of growing up in Indiana, finding his home in the outdoors through biking, running, hunting, climbing, skiing, adventure education & photography, and what he is doing with his company Hunt To Eat to give back to conservation. If you have not voted, are on the fence about voting or just want some more information, tune in cause this is about preserving what we all love, the outdoors.

In honor of National Mule day this past weekend we thought we would celebrate these amazing animals and we have the perfect person to talk all about mules. Rob Johnston has been an outfitter for over 28 years and has developed a passion for mules over the years. Rob talks about why he believes mules are superior to other animals, the special bond he has created with his mules and some of the incredible adventures he has gone on with his mules by his side. We also talk a little bit of mule history and Rob gives some advice to those thinking about getting a mule.

This week we have the pleasure of welcoming Endurance Athlete & Ultra Runner Joe Grant. Joe has been running ultras for over a decade and has a diverse and extensive resume competing in trail and mountain running events all over the world. We talk about his experience completing “The Tour De 14ers” where he biked to & summited Colorado’s 57 highest peaks in just over a month & the follow-up to that, where he holds the unsupported record for completing Nolan’s 14 in just over 2 days. Joe’s philosophy on life and the knowledge he has gained from his experiences is incredible & he shares it all including some advice to those interested in endurance running & why he thinks it’s essential for the human race to use their feet, to examine life & find their wild.

Dustin Crandall grew up in the outdoors and found a passion for hunting at a very young age. In 2016, Dustin had a life-changing experience that left him wondering if he would ever walk again. Confined to a wheelchair, Dustin began asking himself a critical question, “What am I going to do with my life?” He decided right then to follow his passion and create Rocky Mountain Precision Rifles. Dustin talks about how that experience may have been the best thing that happened to him and what his company is doing to provide custom long range rifles to others who have a passion for the outdoors. We also talk about some epic hunts Dustin has had, some of his top suggestions for people looking for a new rifle and some of the intricate details he takes into consideration when building a custom masterpiece.

Ducks Unlimited was founded in 1937 as a habitat Conservation organization, to preserve upland habitats for waterfowl. Now, 81 years later, the organization is continuing their efforts to reach more wildlife, wetlands and wilderness than ever. We are joined by Idaho Ducks Unlimited Regional Senior Director Mond Warren & Director of Fundraising & Volunteer Relations, Tim Fehringer to talk about why their mission continues to be so important. Tim & Mond also talk about why education is key to what they are doing, how their vision came about to create The Great Northwest Outdoor Expo, and what it has been like to see how much the expo has benefited the outdoor community of Idaho.

Corey Jacobsen is a 10-Time World Champion Elk Caller, Founder of Elk 101 & Co-Host of Elk Talk Podcast but, there are many layers to Corey that most do not know. In this podcast we peel back those layers and dive into Corey, the man, the father, and the husband outside of hunting and elk calling. Corey talks about his early years of growing out an outfitters son, finding confidence through basketball, and realizing over the years that success is only achieved when you help others succeed. We have all heard the podcasts where Corey gives his tips and tricks to become a better hunter but, there is much more to Corey than elk hunting strategies, and we dig deep to discover the motivation behind it all.

Jules McQueen is a name, that is a staple in the hunting industry but, do you know everything that makes her tick? From a very early age, Jules was not like all the other girls and was drawn to the outdoors. She has since gone on to host & produce 4 outdoor hunting shows including her most recent journey as the host of Outdoor Weekly on Carbon TV. Jules talks about her childhood of growing up with nothing and learning from her mom by way of a goat, that you don’t always get what you want in life but, you can always make the best of any situation. Jules also shares how she found her way back to the hunting industry after pursuing fashion, what it’s like to be involved in all aspects of production & host a show, and a recent pivotal moment (many may not know) that challenged her and continues to help her grow every day.

Rock climbing is a sport that not only challenges you physically but, mentally & emotionally as well. And many climbers look at that big wall, not as conquering it, but as conquering themselves. This week we welcome two professional rock climbers, Expedition Climber Ben Rueck, and Gym Owner & Coach, Marcus Garcia to explain why rock climbing is their biggest passion. We discuss mentorship, what creating routes mean & why it is so important to protect access to climbing areas. Ben & Marcus also share some of the craziest adventures they have experienced in some of the most amazing places all over the world, including a few life or death situations they had to overcome. If you have wanted to try rock climbing, stick around, because this podcast may give you the motivation you need- to make the first ascent.