Best Tommy S Outdoors Podcasts (2024)

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186: Climate-Resilient Crops - Gene Editing with BetterSeeds and Ido Margalit 54:07

2h ago54:07

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What are the latest advancements in gene editing for crops? How can genetic engineering help plants withstand climate change? Is genetically modified food safe for consumption? To answer these questions, I talk with Ido Margalit, a co-founder and the CEO of BetterSeeds, a plant genetics company focused exclusively on using genome editing/CRISPR tec…

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185: Farmers' Perspective on Carnivore Reintroductions with Jonny Hanson 1:08:39

3d ago1:08:39

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Can large carnivore conservation coexist with livestock farming? In this episode, environmental social scientist Jonny Hanson and I discuss the complex issue of large carnivore reintroductions in Britain and Ireland. What are farmers' perspectives on sharing landscapes with predators like wolves and lynx? How can we balance conservation goals with …

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Wildlife In The Balance with Simon Mustoe 1:05:35

10d ago1:05:35

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This is one of the most thought-provoking books I have read. Although I don’t agree with everything in the book, I can overlook my disagreements because of how brilliant some parts that I do agree with are. So I couldn’t wait to sit down with the author, expert ecologist, Simon Mustoe for a chat about his views and, of course, about the book. In hi…

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184: Novel Ecosystems and Nature-Based Solutions with Marcus Collier 59:49

17d ago59:49

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Are humans part of nature or separate from it? How do we define native species, and should we always strive to eradicate invasive ones? Can urban green spaces play a role in addressing climate change and biodiversity loss? And what is the Anthropocene anyway? These are only some of the questions I discussed with Dr. Marcus Collier, an Associate Pro…

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240 - Hunting Mountain Goats in Utah with Jana Waller 44:01

30d ago44:01

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It was March 22, 2017 when I last interviewed Jana for episode 179 about her Alaska Moose Hunt, I can’t believe it’s been that long! Jana Waller joins me in the virtual studio from her new home in Utah – we chat about her show Skullbound Chronicles, and how she’s making the shift from traditional network tv to an all-digital platform on Carbon TV. …

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183: Nature Restoration Law - an Irish Farmer’s Perspective with Bill O’Keeffe 1:20:51

1M ago1:20:51

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Why was the farming community so opposed to the EU’s Nature Restoration Law? Doesn’t a healthy ecosystem benefit agriculture? Isn’t the availability of additional payments for alternative use of unproductive land a good thing? Aren’t the measures built into the law sufficient to protect the actively used agricultural land? To find answers to those …

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239 - Solocast: Wounded Warriors United WI, Warriors on the Water Event and Veteran Hunting and Fishing Events 14:29

1M ago14:29

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In this 15 minute solocast I share my experience at the Wounded Warriors United Wisconsin Warriors on the Water Event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin over the weekend, and then I share my thoughts on a few organizations that put on veterans hunting and fishing trips. And my biggest regret with discovering these organizations. Links: Wounded Warriors United W…

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182: Lead Ammunition and Health with Fredrik Widemo 1:04:36

2M ago1:04:36

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Should we worry about consuming venison from an animal harvested with lead ammunition? Will cutting out and discarding meat around the impact area solve the problem? And what are the best practices to keep us safe? Most of us have heard about the negative effects of lead on health. Not only on our health but also on the health of the ecosystems. In…

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238 - Deschutes River, Oregon with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast 41:08

2M ago41:08

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The HuntFishTravel Podcast Episode #238 - Deschutes River, Oregon with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast In this episode of the Hunt Fish Travel podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dave Stewart, the host of the Wet Fly Swing podcast. We dove deep into the world of fly fishing, particularly focusing on the stunning Deschutes River in Orego…

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181: Farming and Soil Biodiversity with Stuart Meikle 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

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What is sustainable agriculture? Does regenerative farming mean focusing primarily on the soil biome? Is farming a leading cause of biodiversity loss? …and do we really have only 60 harvests left? To get the answers to those and other questions about farming and biodiversity, join me for a conversation with an agricultural management and policy spe…

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180: Hunters Just Are 34:05

3M ago34:05

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Not long ago I posted a tweet: “Hunters are not good or bad, they just are. Therefore, they must be managed just like, and as a part of, the wildlife they hunt.” It was an attempt to condense my thoughts about our relationship with wildlife and nature. I purposefully used the word “our” because I believe that we are all hunters; it's just that this…

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179: Sika Deer: Pest or Precious? 1:28:35

3M ago1:28:35

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Sika (cervus nippon) is a mid-sized deer that was introduced to Ireland in the 1860s to the Powerscourt Estate. Soon after that, it started spreading across Ireland. Today, the main concentrations of sika are in Kerry, Wicklow, Tyrone and Fermanagh. More recently, it has also been found in Waterford, Galway, Limerick, and Wexford. The National Biod…

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178: Why Biodiversity Matters with Nigel Dudley 58:26

4M ago58:26

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“Why Biodiversity Matters” is fundamentally a philosophy book. However, the author and our guest, Nigel Dudley, is not a philosopher but an accomplished conservation biologist who has accumulated an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience working on conservation projects across the world. He has worked as a consultant ecologist with internati…

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177: Nature, Farming and Politics with Saoirse McHugh 1:02:17

4M ago1:02:17

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Join me for a conversation with Saoirse McHugh who is running as an independent candidate for the European Parliament to represent the Midlands-North-West constituency. During our discussion, we delve into a wide array of topics such as the connection between agriculture and environmentalism, sustainable land management practices and agricultural s…

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176: Invasive Ants Impact Lion Predation on Zebras, with Adam T. Ford 51:59

5M ago51:59

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The paper that we discuss in this episode describes how an invasive species of ants disrupts lion hunting behaviour. There are also acacia trees, elephants, zebras and buffalos involved in the whole chain of interactions between species. To talk about this incredibly interesting research I invited an Associate Professor, Adam Ford, Canada Research …

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237 - Hunting Arrow Tech, Kinetic Energy, Hunting vs Basic Arrows, and so Much More with Gary Cornum of Easton Archery 52:05

5M ago52:05

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237 In this Throwback episode of the HuntFishTravel Podcast, host Carrie Zylka interviews Gary Cornam, the marketing manager for Easton Archery. They discuss the different types of arrows and their benefits for bow hunting. They also talk about the new products for 2013, including the injection arrows and the Deep Six technology. Cornam explains th…

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175: SOTKA Wetlands with Veli-Matti Pekkarinen and Heikki Helle 58:54

5M ago58:54

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Finnish SOTKA is a large-scale habitat restoration project and a part of a larger Helmi Habitats Programme aimed at restoring Finland’s biodiversity. It is run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministry of the Environment. SOTKA’s objective is large-scale habitat restoration through wetlands rehabilitation, restoration of mires an…

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236 - Fishing Lake Mille Lacs with Joe Ponessa from Omnia Fishing 26:39

6M ago26:39

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236 In this episode, host Carrie Zylka interviews Joe Ponessa, the category manager for Omnia Fishing, about the Omnia Fishing app. They discuss the background of Omnia Fishing and its online store, as well as the features and benefits of the app. They also talk about using the app for fishing on Lake Mille Lacs and other bodies of water, and the d…

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174: Not A Conservationist 11:01

6M ago11:01

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Many people claim they are conservationists. But are they really? Inspired by your comments and some discussions that I had in the past, I decided to talk about this subject. This episode was recorded outdoors, on the beautiful Irish coast of county Kerry. So, don’t be surprised to hear chough calling in the background or some occasional gusts of w…

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173: The Last Keeper with Tom Opre 1:23:06

6M ago1:23:06

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I have been waiting for Tom Opre’s new film “The Last Keeper” since I learned in July 2022 that he and his team are working on it. Well, the wait was over for me at the beginning of February 2024, as I was the only person in Ireland to screen the film. The wait will soon be over for you as well since the film premieres in mid-April in Edinburgh. Wh…

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172: Antidote to Screen Addiction with Emanuel Rose 46:35

7M ago46:35

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This episode is slightly different than usual when it comes to its subject. However, working with technology by day and creating digital content by night, I spend substantial time thinking about and grappling with this subject. So when I learned that a long-term supporter and a friend of the podcast, Emanuel Rose, wrote a book about it, I decided t…

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171: Rewilding with Steve Carver 51:51

7M ago51:51

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It has been a considerable time since the last time we spoke about rewilding on the podcast. I feel that the discussion around the practice as well as understanding of the term has moved on in the last three to four years. So, I decided to get an update on the state of rewilding. To do so, I invited the Director of the Wildland Research Institute a…

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170: EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030 with Frank Vassen 55:14

7M ago55:14

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Currently, a lot is going on in the European Union concerning regulations that can impact nature and nature restoration. To get a better understanding of the current state of nature in the European Union and the future of nature conservation and restoration I talk with Frank Vassen. Frank works in the Nature Unit in the General Directorate for the …

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235 - A Career in the Hunting Industry with David Moore, Brad Frost & Scott Carrol, from The Challenge Outdoors 48:46

7M ago48:46

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235 Location: Central Georgia Where to Watch: Waypoint TV, YouTube, Sling, Peacock Introduction: In this episode, we delve into the world of “The Challenge”, a documentary style show following Brad Frost & Scott Carrol. Brad is a seasoned television host with a passion for adventure. Joined by co-hosts Scott Carol and Dave Moore, Brad shares his jo…

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169: Species Reintroductions 30:20

7M ago30:20

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Species reintroductions, often in the context of rewilding, is a topic that we frequently discuss on this podcast. It is also fiercely debated on social media. I have been asked more than once about my views and opinions on this topic. Do I support species reintroductions? Well, it depends. In this episode, I’m going to break down my take on specie…

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168: Coexistence with Wolves in Estonia with Helen Arusoo 57:29

8M ago57:29

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On my podcast, we talk a lot about coexistence with large carnivores and the challenges it poses. Some of those challenges might seem insurmountable to some. To shed some light on overcoming these hurdles, I contacted Helen Arusoo, an Estonian nature journalist and the leader of the National Animal Working Group. In this conversation, we talk about…

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167: Conservation Detection Dogs with Caroline Finlay 49:49

8M ago49:49

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When we talk about dogs and conservation, it is usually in the context of wildlife disturbances caused by pet dogs and their inconsiderate owners. However, a specially trained dog can be an invaluable asset in conservation projects that require searches or detection. The subjects can vary from searching and finding carcasses to detecting nests and …

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234 - Fishing Minoqua & Bay of Green Bay with Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service 27:47

8M ago27:47

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234 Andrew, owner of Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service, stops by to chat about ice fishing on Lake Minoqua & the Bay of Green Bay. We chat about the odd weather and ice conditions, we chat about the different areas and why he chose to guide for panfish instead of the species everyone else guides for. And then we chat about a new bait he discovered, …

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166: Conservation and Science in 2024 - Housekeeping 53:37

9M ago53:37

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The new year has just started and I’m quick to treat you to yet another episode of the Conservation and Science podcast. Since it is this early in the year, it’s a good opportunity to give you an update about my plans for 2024 and what you can expect from the podcast. Listen to find out about changes to the episode release schedule, my writing and …

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233 - Curt McAllister talks Toyota and the Outdoor Initiative 34:47

9M ago34:47

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233 Curt McAllister, the Midwest Public Relations Manager at Toyota Motor North America, recently discussed various aspects of Toyota's involvement in the outdoor industry. Covering 14 states in the South from Tennessee to the West Dakotas, Curt oversees the Outdoor Communications at the national level and is a key figure in the Association of Grea…

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165: Flicker in the Water with Bob Gonzalez 49:37

9M ago49:37

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A Flicker in the Water is a book about fishing I wish someone had written a long time ago. I gotta admit that due to its small size, I initially underestimated it. However, as I started reading it, I was immediately drawn to the series of fishing stories and captivated by original, real-life photos. In fact, reading this book was so pleasurable tha…

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232 - Tommy Kemos, Using Electronics for Ice Fishing. 33:05

9M ago33:05

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232 Tommy joins us in the studio to talk about his journey into professional fishing. He shares some tips on how to find fish early ice, how to use electronics correctly, and how to fish a lake you've never been to before.By Carrie Zylka

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164: Shotgun Conservationist with Brant MacDuff 1:15:55

10M ago1:15:55

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The story of Brant MacDuff, the author of the book under the title “The Shotgun Conservationist: Why Environmentalists Should Love Hunting” is in many ways similar to mine. We were both born and raised in the city without any contact or access to hunting. We overcame not insignificant obstacles to get into hunting later in life and both of us decid…

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163: The EU Review of Wolf Protection Status 1:23:05

10M ago1:23:05

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The European Commission is deliberating on lowering the protection status of wolves in the EU. It seems like this decision has been taken after the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen’s pony was killed by wolves. Is this really the reason for what many have dubbed “a new European wolf hunt”? To unpack this issue I talked to environm…

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231 - Erin Larson Explains CWD 28:13

10M ago28:13

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231 Erin Larson is a Minnesota native, Stevens Point graduate and Wisconsin DNR Deer Herd Specialist. I had so many questions about CWD, and she happily answered all of them. From how to identify a sick deer on the fly, what to do with the carcass if you want to get it tested but still want to get the head mounted, how long it takes for test result…

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230 - Pat Kalmerton of Pat Kalmerton Outdoors 52:24

10M ago52:24

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230 Listen in to this hilarious episode, Pat is a very entertaining guy who is involved in just about everything outdoors.By Carrie Zylka

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162: Sheep, Soil and Biodiversity with Suzanna Crampton 1:30:24

11M ago1:30:24

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The impact of farming on nature is one of the most contested subjects. The negative impact on biodiversity and soil health is juxtaposed with food security and benefits to certain species of wildlife. But does it have to be one or the other? Join me for the conversation with Suzanna Crampton who is one of the most recognisable figures in Irish agri…

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161: Archery Insights with Jim Clark 1:01:30

11M ago1:01:30

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This episode is a real treat for all those who are interested in bowhunting, bowhunting culture and the ethics of bowhunting compared to rifle hunting. Everything sprinkled with a healthy dose of hunting stories. — It feels like I’m one of the only very few who talks about bowhunting with European listeners in mind. Indeed, I would like to see hunt…

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160: Safari Club International with Ben Cassidy 57:34

11M ago57:34

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Today, we continue the exploration of the public perception of hunting, the issue of social license to hunt and some current topics related to hunting. Certain issues such as the use of lead in hunting ammunition or the attempts to ban the import of certain animal parts, aka trophy import ban, often hit the headlines. And there is no better person …

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229 - Bass Fishing in Wisconsin with Jonny Baumann of Drop Em Outdoors 28:12

12M ago28:12

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229 Jonny, a fellow Wisconsinite is on the show talking about bass fishing, we joke about sight fishing for bass on the spawn beds, he shares some of his favorite lakes in Wisconsin to go bass fishing, highlighting Door County and the Minocqua area. Then we go down the turkey hunting rabbit hole. We chat about Drop ‘em Outdoors, where it came from …

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159: Polar Bears in a Warming World with Andrew Derocher 1:04:57

12M ago1:04:57

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This episode will answer all your questions about polar bears — including those you didn’t know you had. Our guest is Professor Andrew Derocher from the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta who specialises in ecology, conservation, and management of large Arctic mammals with a particular focus on polar bears. The subjects …

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158: Wildlife In The Balance with Simon Mustoe 1:05:18

1y ago1:05:18

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In his book, “Wildlife in The Balance”, expert ecologist Simon Mustoe lays out the case for animals being the most important ingredient of the ecosystem. He outlines the critical importance of keeping the planet’s energy inputs and outputs in balance and the role animals play in ensuring this balance. This connection of ecology with physics is one …

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228 - Brandon Sislo of Angling Adventures - Fishing Isle Royale 28:09

1y ago28:09

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228 Brandon Sislo of Angling Adventures stops by to talk about fishing Isle Royale National Park, a remote island wilderness in the middle of Lake Superior that is an angler's paradise that is accessibly by boat or plane. Brandon explains how fishing the island's many coves, bays, channels, and reefs by all-inclusive food and lodging charter boat i…

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157: Is The Red Wolf a Real Species? Conversation with Peter Brewitt 59:13

1y ago59:13

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In our conversation with Peter Brewitt from the University of California, Santa Cruz (currently the University of Cumbria) we dive into the history of the species as we know it, and their current conservation status and distribution. We discuss the genetic diversity of canids on the American continent, and why attempts to recover red wolves might b…

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384: How to Make Grand Master in USPSA with Adam Maxwell

1y ago

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Adam Maxwell set the goal of making Master Class in USPSA and recently achieved that goal and then some! Newly minted as a Grand Master… The post 384: How to Make Grand Master in USPSA with Adam Maxwell first appeared on Prep and Press.By Dave Hartman

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156: Save Blackswarth Road Wood with Phil Sturgeon 1:02:07

1y ago1:02:07

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Some things are so tiny yet so central that they matter more than giant things elsewhere. This is a paraphrased message I got from Phil Sturgeon, an ex-techie and founder of Protect Earth charity, who dedicated his life to woodland creation and restoration. As it turns out, Phil is running a fundraiser to buy five acres of mature woodland in Crew's…

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383: Everything Wrong With USPSA Multigun Nationals (and how to fix it) with Max Leograndis

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As you may know, this year’s USPSA Multigun Nationals was held at Forest Lake Sportmen’s Club in Forest Lake, MN. I was very fortunate to… The post 383: Everything Wrong With USPSA Multigun Nationals (and how to fix it) with Max Leograndis first appeared on Prep and Press.By Dave Hartman

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382: Crossing Over: Connecting Action Shooters and Tactical Gamers in the Tac 2Gun Event with James Gill

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In this episode, we are diving into the new match concept of Tac 2Gun. Join us as we discuss the use of pistols and rifles… The post 382: Crossing Over: Connecting Action Shooters and Tactical Gamers in the Tac 2Gun Event with James Gill first appeared on Prep and Press.By Dave Hartman

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155: Sixgill Sharks and Flapper Skates with Patrick Collins 53:10

1y ago53:10

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The sixgill shark (Hexanchus griseus) is the largest of the Hexanchiformes order of sharks, the most primitive living sharks, sometimes called “fossil sharks”. The sixgill, sometimes known as the blunt nose sixgill or cow shark, can grow to over 6 metres (20 feet) in length and weigh over a tonne. What’s interesting is that in Ireland one can catch…

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227 - Hunting California for Pacific Hybrid Deer with Raylene Proto of Ditale Outdoors 32:12

1y ago32:12

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227 Raylene stops by to tell us where the company name came from, and the history of her heritage. We chat about how 10 years ago there were very few outdoor clothing lines for women, and now there are several. I ask her why she and her co-founder jumped into the fray and what makes their company stand out. I ask why they chose True Timber was the …

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