Hunt Talk Radio

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy visits with Ashley Nichole Lewis, a well know angler, guide, historian, and fishing personality to talk all things related to salmon and conservation issues for the Quinault Indian Nation, known as "The Salmon People." Topics covered include learning to fish from her mother, having to hide from being an indigenous woman, her journey to be a fishing guide, conservation as indigenous people, the Boldt decision, obtaining a PhD in indigenous studies, being deliberately uncomfortable, and many more fascinating tangents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy shares the mic with Dan Gates of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. The conversation focuses on the Colorado ballot initiative and how it is being used to widen bans on hunting. Additional topics cover using a 501(c)(4) organization to represent hunters in political fights, getting every hunter to vote, how to message to non-hunters, Randy's challenge to all non-residents who apply in CO, and a lot of other timely topics related to attacks on hunting and wildlife management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy shares a mic with return guest Heather Douville, and her father, Mike. Mike shares his experiences of growing up in a Tlingit village before Southeast Alaska developed to the levels seen today. Topics include Mike's lifetime of fishing, hunting, and trapping, for his livelihood, to include deer, halibut, shellfish, salmon, seals, sea otters and perspectives on the Marine Mammal Protection Act and using the landscape sustainably for food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#237) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by three members of the Montana Wild Sheep Foundation; Ty Stubblefield, Jack Atcheson, and Kurt Alt. Topics covered include putting more sheep on the mountain, learning from successes and failures, how to increase your odds of drawing a sheep tag, some sheep hunting stories, and a lot of banter from the 2024 Wild Sheep Show in Reno. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Fresh Tracks, Randy talks with Brandon and Nate of GOHUNT about the big changes for non-resident hunters in 2024. Topics covered include Wyoming fee increases and new GENERAL elk units, AZ and WY deadlines, how to prioritize and get the tag you want, how much opportunity exists if you want it, having realistic expectations, and a lot of other nuggets to help you go hunting in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy sits down with Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTN TOUGH. Randy explains his journey of liver issues, injuries, and the realization that age (Father Time) is winning. Randy first planned to hunt elk until age 65, but with that only 9 years off, the stake has been moved. Randy has been meeting with Dustin and MTN TOUGH to make a plan for a busy travel season and his upcoming sheep hunt in the MacKenzie Mountains of NWT Canada. Mental toughness, physical endurance, and determination rule the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy is joined by Jim Baitchtal, videographer Jace McFetridge, Frank O'Niel of LIndell Boats, and Sam Lundgren. The topics covered are all things related to black bears and other adventures found in Southeast Alaska. Lots of discussion about our most recent black bear hunt that seemed rather luxurious, thanks to Frank and Lindell Boats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#233) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Andrew McKean wrap up their four episode series that explores the changing attitudes towards hunting in rapidly urbanizing western states by using political appointments to fill the agenda of those who are against hunting. We summarize what we've learned in our research and from our guests. We discuss where this effort is going, how well it is funded, and the importance of hunters getting involved, no matter what state they live in. We show how grassroots in Washington are being mobilized. We give ideas provided by folks who've been in these battles that illustrate how hunters make a difference. We explain why, if ever there was a time for hunters to get involved and stop fighting over the small stuff, now is the time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#232) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Andrew McKean explore more of the efforts to marginalize hunters and hunting in wildlife management. In this episode we are joined by Tony Wasley, former Director of Nevada Department of Wildlife, now with the Wildlife Management Institute focusing on the relevancy of hunting and hunters in a rapidly changing society. Nevada is one of the most diverse and urbanized states, forcing Tony and his Commission to address rapidly changing demographics, lower participation, and maintaining relevance in an urbanized populace. Tony shares his research and what messages are proven winners and failures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy and Andrew McKean continue their discussion about efforts in Washington and Colorado to marginalize, even eliminate, hunting as a tool for state agencies. In the second episode of this series, they are joined by physician and former Washington Wildlife Commissioner Kim Thorburn. In her terms as a Commissioner, she supported hunting and hunters despite being a non-hunter. She explains how the political process was used/abused to take over the Washington Wildlife agency and is now being directed with an anti-hunting bias. Political favors, abuse of appointment power, and lack of interest in other opinions are the tools of this effort. This podcast series covers some of the events that are putting hunting in danger - and how anti-hunters are gaining footholds in some influential locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#230) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Andrew McKean for the first of four episodes regarding attacks on hunting and wildlife management. This episode lays out what has been happening in Washington and Colorado, exploring how/why it is happening, what the consequences will be, and how hunters are responding. For many, actions in these states represent one of the greatest threats, and possible opportunities, to the role hunting and hunters will play in wildlife management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (229) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy, Marcus, and Michael recap their adventure to the far north of the Yukon in pursuit of adventure, Mountain Caribou, a few grouse, and a bonus moose. Topics covered include why they're called Mountain Caribou, adventure hunts, strangeness of being guided, saving for a dream hunt, lovestruck bull moose, logistics of getting meat home, Argos as transportation, giardia, living on Tim Horton's food, and as much fun as you can cram into ten days of adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy, Marcus, and Jace give and early season update of what has been an exciting season so far. Reports form Alaska moose, Montana bighorn, Idaho elk, and pronghorn in Utah and Nevada. And, a glimpse of what is yet to come.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Angus Thuermer and Mike Koshmrl of WyoFile. Topics covered include Wyoming as a hotbed of policy issues, corner crossing, wealthy new arrivals, the value of independent journalism - living the issues to report the issues, Wyoming's unique politics, migration study leaders, hunting as Wyoming's culture, and other topics that impact the entire western landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Heather Douville. Heather lives in Craig Alaska, learning and sharing the traditional methods of fishing, hunting, gathering, and furrier as taught by her father and other elders of her Tlingit community. Topics covered include sustainable relationships with the land, teaching oral history, lost language, matrilineal kinship, learning by doing, Tlingit food calendar, traditional fishing methods, handmade halibut hooks, valuing elders, cold smoking fish, food preservation without freezers, being a furrier, sharing the harvest, taking only what you need, deer hunting, seal is an acquired taste, and many others stories and topics related to Tlingit culture and history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks conservation and hunting with Nosler team members, Madi Woodward and John Nason. In addition to Madi and John prying some stories out of Randy, topics covered include Nosler's support of NWTF, why support turkey conservation when you don't sell shotgun ammo, being a silent conservation partners, business ethos of what is right and not what is easy, habitat versus ground, trapping sidebars, and laughs aplenty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final episode of our 5 part series, Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions and Randy Newberg conclude their discussion on the Wild Harvest Initiative, a massive, year over year, effort to collect and analyze data surrounding wild harvest and its social and economical impacts. In this episode, Shane and Randy discuss wild harvest beyond North America and passing on the ideas and skills associated with wild harvest! Shane and his crew have worked very hard to collect data surrounding wild harvest and wild food consumption for the past 6 years. To see their entire breadth of work, please visit the Wild Harvest Initiative website.  Wild Harvest Initiative - https://thewildharvestinitiative.com/initiative/ For early access to the entire initiative series, join us on Fresh Tracks + - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Marcus and Michael as they discuss the challenges of fishery management with Mike Duncan, Montana FWP Region 3 Fisheries Manager. Much like terrestrial species, the same challenges arise; native v. non-native species, invasive species, too much human pressure, manipulated and fragmented habitat, and diverse demands from users. Montana is undertaking a new fishery management plan, now out for comment. Learn from Mike and see how your voice can be heard, no matter what state you fish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 4 of our 5 part podcast series, Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions and Randy Newberg continue their discussion on the Wild Harvest Initiative, a massive, year over year, effort to collect and analyze data surrounding wild harvest and its social and economical impacts. In this episodes, Shane and Randy chat about the economic realties of hunting, the economic benefits of hunting, and the impact of hunting on conservation funding. Shane and his crew have worked very hard to collect data surrounding wild harvest and wild food consumption for the past 6 years. To see their entire breadth of work, please visit the Wild Harvest Initiative website. Wild Harvest Initiative - https://thewildharvestinitiative.com/initiative/ For early access to the entire initiative series, join us on Fresh Tracks + - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 3 of our 5 part podcast series, Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions and Randy Newberg continue their discussion on the Wild Harvest Initiative, a massive, year over year, effort to collect and analyze data surrounding wild harvest and its social and economical impacts. In this episodes, Shane and Randy dive head first into some of the statistics gathered from Shane and his crew's research, discuss the human impact on the landscape, as well as jump into hunting as a method of conservation. Shane and his crew have worked very hard to collect data surrounding wild harvest and wild food consumption for the past 6 years. To see their entire breadth of work, please visit the Wild Harvest Initiative website.  Wild Harvest Initiative - https://thewildharvestinitiative.com/initiative/ For early access to the entire initiative series, join us on Fresh Tracks + - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy has guests James Forslund and Kris Cantrell, two Washington hunters engaged in the huge changes underway in the Evergreen State. Topics covered include the WA Wildlife Commission proposal to junk the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, appointed leaders ignoring paid professionals, politics driving wildlife policy, commission structure, the benefits of showing up and speaking up, how quickly it can change, why it might happen in your state, how to make a difference, how to be informed, and a host of other lessons to be learned from the huge changes occurring in Washington state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Ian Wargo, an avid elk hunter and member of the Montana Citizens Elk Advisory Committee. Topics covered include elk glory herds of the past, managing for elk where they aren't, can we restore elk habitat on large scale, does advocacy matter, are public land elk in danger, political interference, one size doesn't fit all, the power of a few, predators can't be ignored, and a lot of other topics related to managing elk on landscapes formerly flush with elk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Rachel Ahtila and Frankie Foss, two highly accomplished backcountry women who both happen to live in the amazing mountain hunting province of British Columbia. Rachel, a sheep hunting guide and hunter has been guiding for over a decade. Frankie, a talented content producer, was drawn to the backcountry experience for adventure and hunting. Both have unique insights, common experiences, funny stories, some tips, and perspectives that give insight from women who find the backcountry to be their place of fulfillment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 2 of our 5 part podcast series, Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions and Randy Newberg pickup their discussion on the Wild Harvest Initiative, a massive, year over year, effort to collect and analyze data surrounding wild harvest and its social and economical impacts. In this episodes, Shane and Randy take a deep dive into topics such as food insecurity, the idea of One Health, the health benefits of wild harvest and the spiritual connection between humans, wild things and wild places. Shane and his crew have worked very hard to collect data surrounding wild harvest and wild food consumption for the past 6 years. To see their entire breadth of work, please visit the Wild Harvest Initiative website. Wild Harvest Initiative - https://thewildharvestinitiative.com/initiative/ For early access to the entire initiative series, join us on Fresh Tracks + - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is again sharing the mic with attorneys Tom and Nick, discussing the recent court ruling on the Wyoming corner crossing case. Topics covered include what the ruling says, what it doesn't say, is this precedent, what is judicial priority, where does this ruling apply, what does this mean for hunters in the upcoming hunting season, and a full examination of the legal issues regarding this very important case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy visits with Howard Vincent, long-time President and CEO of Pheasants Forever. A history of the organization sets the ground for many other topics; Volunteerism, Farm Bill for wildlife, policy and politics, soil and land conservation, expanded the hunting experience, what's the future, the necessity of access, and many other topics that show how committed volunteers and a great staff can make a difference for wild things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions and Randy Newberg introduce the Wild Harvest Initiative, a 6 year data collection project that exhibits the impact and necessity of wild food in North America. As defined by the Wild Harvest Initiative team, "Wild Harvest Initiative® is the first serious effort to evaluate the combined economic, conservation, and social benefits of recreational wild animal harvests in modern American and Canadian societies. The program’s structured, science-based approach, combined with its long-term advocacy and knowledge mobilization strategies, provides a new and innovative assessment of wildlife’s value and the benefits of wild harvest activities not just to hunters and anglers, but to all citizens, including even those who are opposed to animal use. Its mission is to educate, advocate, build and inspire alliances, and influence public and political opinion to positively impact people and nature." Learn more at https://thewildharvestinitiative.com/initiative/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Ben Long, an experienced writer, advocate, and hunter, about Ben's new book, Field Guide to Raising Hell. Topics covered include, how long hunters have been raising hell for wildlife, are we here to fight or here to win, how the systems work, wins matter, focus on values, Spank & Thank, being a happy warrior, and a ton of other good information about how to effectively advocate for the wild places and the wild things we dearly love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hunt Talk Radio, Randy, Marcus, and Michael talk about their conservation fishing series titled Any Fin Goes. Topics covered include why people don't watch conservation media, fish conservation stories, fishing hypocrites, non-native fish species, social norms in different fishing cultures, killing fish, telling conservation stories, producing education content, pronghorn hunting, Outdoor Class, Randy the pronghorn geek, and a ton of other fun side notes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares a mic with Whit Fosburgh, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP). Topics covered include policy making an partisan neutrality, Federal policies and programs most impacting hunting and conservation, why access should be easier, private lands being the majority of wildlife habitat, the importance of Farm Bills and conservation on private lands, making progress by looking for wins and not looking for fights, ways average hunters can make a difference, and other topics from the unwild world of DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares some stories with two US Senators, Senator Daines from Montana and Senator Heinrich from New Mexico. Both are avid hunters and both work on conservation and public land policy. In addition to some hunting stories, topics covered include getting banned from social media, focusing on the next generation, challenges of partisanship, importance of public lands, Great American Outdoor Act, and other Congressional issues that impact your hunting and access. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#209) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, John Barklow returns to discuss his new online course with Outdoor Class; Backcountry Mission Planning. John uses his many decades of military training and teaching and provides 16 chapters of indepth backcountry skills. Confidence, comfort, and knowledge bring success. Randy and John go into each chapter to explain how these backcountry skills will help every hunter have more success and more fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy gives the big changes ahead for 2023 applications in NM, CO, MT, UT, NV, and WY. He also gives a herd status update for winterkill in MT and WY. Also discussed are the 2024 changes in Wyoming for deer, elk, pronghorn, and what is likely to be changing with Colorado OTC elk in the next few years. Last is a list of all the upcoming draw deadline dates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is at the Leupold factory and spends an hour with CEO Bruce Pettet and VP of Product Development & Marketing, Tim Lesser. Topics covered include Leupold's support of hunting and shooting activities, their investment in American made products, insight to issues facing hunting, shooting, access, and conservation funding, recent efforts to restrict shooting and hunting, and how we can all be part of solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#207) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, joined by Hal Herring, Randy and Hal accept the generous offer of Alex Harvey, a local Mississippian and consulting forester, to hunt rabbits and deer in the areas Alex grew up hunting. Randy claims this to be the most eye-opening immersive hunt of his life. Topics covered include Alex's hunting background, the culture of hunting in rural Mississippi, cane cutter rabbits, beagles and dogmen, realities of race and land ownership, losing access, hunting and rural food security, and a host of other topics you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#206) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Craig Jourdonnais. Craig is a wildlife biologist, hunting instructor, and researcher who now oversees wildlife studies. This topic covered is wounding, what can be done to lessen the likelihood of bad outcomes, practice and preparation, follow up, tracking shot selection, pushing talent and technology beyond effective limits, the limits of the human element, and how hunters need to be addressing the issue so others don't have to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#205) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is live from Sitka's booth at the raucous Wild Sheep Show in Reno, talking backcountry hunting tips and stories with Dustin Roe, Steven Drake, and John Barklow. Backcountry hunting topics covered include hitting the SOS button, scariest hunts, one thing you never leave at home, physical comfort/discomfort, how to find mental comfort, heavy packs, and many hunting stories from guys who've been there and done it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#204) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Tom Stonecipher and Nick VandenBos, two attorneys with a deep understanding of the legal issues related to corner crossing. This is the third episode of our corner crossing series. We discuss the current case in Wyoming, the legal issues in question, the Unlawful Inclosures Act, who owns the airspace under the law, possible outcomes, precedent or not, and a ton of other information pertinent to hunters interested in the outcome of this Wyoming corner crossing case and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (#203) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Charlie Bahnson and Bryan Richards. Charlie is the Wildlife Veterinarian for North Dakota Game and Fish, and Bryan is an Emerging Disease Specialist with the USGS. In this episode, we discuss Chronic Wasting Disease, disease management protocols, disease movement, management tools available, interference by politicians, North Dakota HB 1151 and baiting traditions, misinformation by hunting media, artificial congregations of cervids, challenges in managing emerging diseases, and other topics related to managing CWD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (episode #202) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Brian Yablonski of the Property & Environment Research Center (PERC) about a new strategy to increase winter elk tolerance by private landowners who own most of the winter range north of Yellowstone National Park. Brucellosis is a disease for which elk are a risk to cattle, with strange Federal rules placing huge economic liability on cattle operators. PERC has started a brucellosis compensation fund to lower landowner financial risk when elk winter on their lands and bring brucellosis risk with them. Using partnerships, PERC has brought together landowners, hunters, and environmental groups to find solutions that allow for higher tolerance of elk on their winter range and create a solution that helps wildlife using private lands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (201) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy has guests from Washington State to discuss the rapid deterioration of hunter's and angler's voices in the state wildlife management system and the anti-hunting slant of the Wildlife Commission's new appointments. Chris Hager and Dan Wilson give a history that started with the Wildlife Commission rejecting a spring black bear season that was supported by the wildlife agency and now brings a strong bias against science and the benefit of hunters and hunting as a wildlife management tool. A cautionary lesson to all hunters, no matter where you live, that we must pay attention and be actively engaged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (200) of Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is nursing a virus and remotely hosts Jim Baichtal and Marcus Hockett as Jim and Marcus retell the story of Jim's 2022 Alaska bison hunt. Topics covered include logistics of this hunt, how many plane flights, changing river channels, history of Alaska bison, Covid in bison camp, what rafts were used, field care for a beast, bears and fresh meat, changing habitat in the permafrost, burns and bison, and many other tangents that show how some hunts are mostly adventure and logistics, with a quick conclusion when a change is provided. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (199) if Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy invites New Mexico hunters Brandon Wynn and Jesse Deubel to talk about wildlife allocation and Trustee duties in their home state, with New Mexico being the motherland for landowner elk vouchers.  Topics covered include the New Mexico example, Trustee duties, who are the beneficiaries, what is a fair allocation of the resource, can incentives work, do Trustees understand their responsibilities, recourse when Trustees ignore their duties, and many other topics that are expressed when Trustees of the Public Trust that holds wildlife do not feel accountable to their beneficiaries (the citizens of that state). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (198) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by prior guest and renowned wild game chef, Hank Shaw. This podcast focuses on Hank's wild game teaching, via his books, his website, and now his course with Outdoor Class. Hank emphasizes that with game, birds, or fish, very often the meat quality is gone due to how the meat is cared for before it gets to the kitchen. Other topics covered include "meat myths," love of pronghorn, knee surgery, cooking meat with complimentary methods, younger is tender, why Hank focuses on teaching, and a host of other funny stories about hunting, fishing, and the wild meat we get from those pursuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (197) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy, Marcus, Michael, and Jace sit down for a couple hour discussion of the season travels to date. We are on a roll, having some of our greatest success and most compelling stories in fifteen years of filming.  From Nevada to Idaho to Wyoming to Alaska, we've been chasing pronghorn, elk, and bison.  Lots of lessons learned and some fundamentals reinforced.  Great camps with great friends make for good stories.  Enjoy and thanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, with Steve Decker of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, explaining the annual "Win A Hunt With Randy" sweepstakes we do with RMEF.  This year's winner will win a 2022 rifle elk hunt in Kentucky. Steve talks about the benefits of this sweepstakes and how important membership is to RMEF.  Also discussed are the rules, the manners to enter for existing and new members, and details of how the Kentucky elk reintroduction is one of the amazing conservation stories of our times.  To enter, go to www.RMEF.org/win-a-hunt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (196) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy has a conversation about protecting wildlife and other public assets from the politicians through grassroots advocacy that is rooted in the Public Trust Doctrine; a principle the courts have applied to affirm that wildlife and other public resources are held in trust for the citizens of the state. With recent efforts to privatize public wildlife resources via the legislative process, Andrew Posewitz and Jeff Herbert have formed a citizens-based organization to protect the public interest in wildlife in Montana.  To see citizen advocacy in action, this is another example no matter where a person lives. Be your own advocate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (195) Randy shares the mic with Shannon Waters of Gastro Gnome and Ty Stubblefield of Wild Bison Ranch to talk about backcountry food, food quality, starting businesses around wild food ideas, hunting stories, stories of how they got into hunting, what it takes to start a small business, bison conservation stories, how to make great food from great products, and some other fun stories from two great people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (194) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy invites John Barklow, lead designer for Sitka Gear, and Tyler Johnerson, Randy's former camera guy and amazing hunter, for a discussion about how product testing works for high performance products.  We all benefit from these intensive testing processes, yet we seldom get to hear how it works, when it succeeds, and when it is time to go back to the drawing board. John and Tyler talk about the many products John has designed for Tyler to test and the process used to improve the Sitka Jetstream Jacket that launched this summer. Many hunting stories get told along the way, explaining the tough conditions that brought about a new idea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (193) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy is joined by Todd Wilkinson of the Mountain Journal. Topics covered include the consequences of human development on western landscapes, loving it to death, lack of care about wild things, running out of habitable land, destruction of the things we love, no restraint to say NO, critical need for private land conservation, loss of migration corridors, and a host of other topics focused around destruction of wild places by the sheer volume of human activity, and other topics related to the rapid destruction of America's wild places. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (192) of Hunt Talk Radio Randy shares a mic with Jim Heffelfinger,  a member of the Mexican Recovery Team and Wildlife & Science Coordinator for Arizona Game & Fish.  Topics covered include the history of Mexican wolves in the southwest, history of the recovery efforts, and status of recovery.  Any Endangered Species issue requires discussion of the Endangered Species Act, the struggle between politics and science. We explore the likelihood of recovery, the impacts Colorado gray wolves could have on Mexican wolves. and a wrap up of the status of mule deer and blacktail deer based on Jim's projects with the Association of Western Fish & Wildlife Agencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (191) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Chris Servheen, PhD who dedicated his entire career to the cause of grizzly bear recovery in the Lower 48.  Topics covered include the history of Gbears, population trends, human encroachments and habitat impacts, Gbears need big country, human caused mortalities, working on "delisting" and getting sued for doing so, why Gbears get in trouble, intricacies of the ESA, risks of living and recreating in grizzly country, why we should celebrate Gbear recovery, the risks politics brings to wildlife management, and a ton of other great topics from the expert on Grizzly Bear management in the Lower 48. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Johnathan O'Dell are talking about food, culture, traditions, people, and how hunting is a common thread that weaves through so much of our lives.  Topics covered include Johnathan's travels to other hunting cultures, what those cultures have/miss compared to US hunting, history of hunting storytelling, the founders of conservation, having uncomfortable discussions, excluding opposing views, how it works in England, Johnathan's new podcast "From The Backburner," selecting interesting guests rather than popular guests, abundant wild food in Europe, commercial sale of game in other countries, and another history filled discussion that reflects Johnathan's views and his new podcast topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (189) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy has Lorenzo Sartini of GOHUNT to talk about technology that impacts hunting as much as it impacts society.  Topics covered include hunters as a cross-section of society, conservation as a means to improve all our draw odds, impacts of diminishing access, the need for DIY hunting and hunters, the value of non-resident hunting, technology as a tool for better hunting and conservation, we are all non-residents in 49 other states, and many other timely topics related to allocating hunting opportunities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (188) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy visits with Adam Foss to talk mountain hunting and wild sheep conservation.  Adam explains a rare opportunity to win a sheep hunt with him in the McKenzie Mountains, a hunt he will film or photograph thanks to the Wild Sheep Foundation. Randy's Montana goat hunt with Adam and friends gets a day-by-day recite. Other diversions include growing up hunting mountains, commitment to conservation, telling stories, risk management, allure of sheep hunting and sheep hunters, and many other perspectives from a man immersed in hunting the mountains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (187) of Leupold's Hunt Talk radio, Randy visits with Terry Meyers, Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society, a prior guest who exemplifies citizen-conservation.  Topics covered on this early March conversation include the policy issues facing bighorn sheep on public lands, when multiple use becomes conflict, disease as a constraining factor for wild sheep, local groups making a difference at the state level, what is m.ovi, wild rams no longer allowed to wander, simple answers don't solve complicated problems, paying for grazing retirements, converting from domestic sheep to cattle, Federal land policy conflicting with state agency wildlife policy, compromising to zero, incentives provide good outcomes, and many more complications related to wild sheep management and the future an iconic species. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (186) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Shane Mahoney wrap up their five-part series on the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. This episode does a quick summary of where wildlife conservation is today, the challenges we face, and explores what adaptations will be necessary to meet the needs of a growing world population, shrinking habitat base, changing climate, and pressure to expand  funding and representation beyond hunters and anglers.  Are the values expressed in the Model able to accommodate the changes ahead? Who and to what expectations will wildlife be managed and allocated?  The path ahead has more questions than answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (185) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy and Shane Mahoney continue with Part 4 of 5 in their discussion of the North American Wildlife Conservation Model, detailing the next three tenets 1) Public Trust Doctrine, 2) Democratic Allocation of Opportunity, and 3) Allocation by Law. Issues explored start with the Public Trust Doctrine as applied to wildlife policy and allocation.  From there we examine how law is the basis for all wildlife allocation and applied in a democratic manner, discussing ideas of commerce around wildlife, responsibility of Public Trustees, respect for Property Rights, legislation and policy to provide the "greatest good," along with many other interesting tangents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (184) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy and Shane Mahoney continue with Part 3 of 5 in their discussion of the North American Wildlife Conservation Model, detailing the next two tenets 1) Eliminating Commercial Markets and 2) Legitimate Purpose for taking wildlife. Issues explored are the commerce around dead animals and the value of life wildlife, intended exceptions, what is legitimate purpose and what is not, what contradictions exist, how the tenets evolve from recovery to sustainability, subsistance and indigenous priorites, the history of how these tenets were critical for wildlife recovery, and many more interesting paths. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (183) of Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Shane Mahoney continue their discussion on the concept known as the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.  In Part 2, they start an in depth discussion on the seven tenets that support this Model.  This episode focuses on 1) science as the foundation for wildlife management and 2) wildlife considered an international resource.  Shane explains that the Model is a set of principles that express the values we have in how we want wildlife to be held, managed, and allocated. To support management we must use the best information, mostly scientific information, a long history of which got us to where we are today.  Many species span multiple countries, requiring an international perspective in management and allocation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (182) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Shane Mahoney discuss the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.  Shane is an expert on the Model, having shared many works with Dr. Valerius Geist, the person most credited with this Model's current description.  In this first episode topics covered include what this Model represents, the history of wildlife in North America, the seven tents that comprise the foundation of this Model, why Dr. Geist defined how our Model works, what the Model is/isn't, disruptive events that helped form our conservation ethic, and a host of other relevant history to explain the context of how the tenets of this Model were developed and the relevance of the Model today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (181) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with three members (Justin Schaaf, Nuridia Nulliner, and John Sullivan) of the Montana Citizens Elk Coalition, a grassroots group focused on elk management in Montana.  Topics covered include how to be effective at the local level, understanding process, showing up matters, learning by listening, finding values to support, changing landscape of wildlife politics, when policy becomes politics, be at the table or be on the menu, and a lot of other ideas for effective advocacy.  Go to https://www.montanaelk.org/ for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (179) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, two attorneys bring their legal expertise to the discussion of private and public property rights where properties adjoin or intersect.  Tom Stonecipher and Nick Vandenbos have been researching this topic and share their findings, along with an explanation of how law is not static and application of law is dependent upon facts and circumstance, responding to the practicality of the situation.  A Wyoming court case is ongoing that addresses this topic in both a criminal and civil context.  Lots to think about here.  Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (178) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy lays the groundwork for the upcoming legal analysis in podcast episode 179 that will dive into the complexities of property law in instances where private and public property intersect.  This podcast explains what to expect in the series, a history of how these lands became a "checkerboard," trends that have us focusing on public land access more than ever, contributing factors that have merged in the corner crossing debate, and an overview of the Wyoming case currently being litigated.  This podcast is important background for the next podcast where a deep legal analysis is provided by attorneys.  For a good legal background, download this article - Professor Shelby Green Public Land Analysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with renowned ecologist, Arthur Middleton, PhD.  Topics covered include the complexity of large systems, the danger of over simplifying science, urgency of habitat conservation, migration corridors at risk, elk are tough critters, the dangers of being a predator, observing wolves, there are no simple answers, communicating science to advocate for conservation, new ideas for private land conservation, deeper discussions on rapid changes to critical landscapes, Yellowstone as a petri dish, and some sidebar discussion about Dr. Middleton's time as a falconer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (177) Randy has a return guest, Ed Arnett, CEO of The Wildlife Society, the leading professional association of wildlife scientists, biologists, and managers. Topics covered include using communications to create advocacy for the causes of wildlife and conservation, the Wyoming Migration Initiative example, tell your own story, outreach will build support for science, disincentives for communicating science, background on TWS, great hunting information created by scientists, and a continued focus on making the great scientific work consumable and digestible for the general public concerned about wild place and wild things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (176) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Lydia Parker and Alex Harvey from Hunters of Color.  Topics covered include a history of the organization, outdoor experiences of BIPOC hunters, Randy as the "gray-haired white dude," the tragedy of Peter Spencer's murder while hunting, making the outdoors more inviting and safe for everyone, the fact that not all people get the same treatment in outdoor experiences, what can we do to support the efforts of HOC, and other topics that might cause some discomfort for the traditional hunter who assumes the outdoor experience is the same for all Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (175) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares a mic with Montana FWP Director, Hank Worsech, to discuss dramatic changes to proposed elk seasons. From a list of talking points, the discussion gives the Director the opportunity to explain the rationale for these proposals and the vision he has for elk management in Montana. Topics covered include; science or social, elk plans, managing inaccessible elk, whose problem is it, too many elk or too little access, problem contributors or problem solvers, who are the Trustees, incentives, bull elk permits as currency for incentives, killing the wrong elk, trust between agencies and hunters, does public comment get considered, and lots of other topics in the complicated issue of managing elk on diverse landscapes. P.S. - Sorry for the audio issues caused by Randy's broken mic (didn't realize it until we started editing). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy goes over the details of the Arizona 2022 application process for elk and pronghorn.  Topics covered include deadlines, fees, upfront costs and sunk costs, bonus points, how the draw works, non-resident quotas and limits, how to gain extra points, youth opportunities, tag refunds, and all other details as you make your applications to Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy gives an overview of the Wyoming draw system and how it works for non-resident elk applicants in 2022.  The deadline is January 31, 2022.  Wyoming is a great state. If it works for your time and budget, apply.  For more details, go to goHUNT.com and sign up for their INISDER. Use promo code Randy and get $50 credit in their gear shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (174) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Carolyn and AJ from Matson's Lab, the leader in wildlife aging.  Topic covered include the process of tooth aging, aging in other manners, cementum, annuli, the importance of aging, surprises, how teeth tell a life story, age versus size, using aging for management and season structures, how to get your animal aged, and other topics that connect the equation of hunting+science=conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (173) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Tim Hepworth, an EMT, fishing guide, and operator of the most family friendly Instagram channel in hunting, @TimandWren.  Topics covered include commitment to an outdoor family lifestyle, making it fun for them, using social media positively and carefully, being a bright light on a dark day, letting kids fail, the value of mistakes, learning while doing, teaching food responsibility, using the outdoors to teach life lessons, and a lot of other good topics for family fun in the outdoors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy's guest is Jess Johnson, Government Affairs Director for the Wyoming Wildlife Federation.  Jess brings her extensive policy experience to explain how to make a difference with people of all political stripes, staying in your lane, focusing on what you can improve, playing the long game, co-founding the Artemis Sportswomen, how to use communications for the good of hunting, explaining the privilege we have and the obligations that come with those blessings, and a lot of other random topics related to policy, hunting, and conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Marcus give a season wrap.  It has been the most disrupted of all seasons, requiring the Fresh Tracks crew to fill in a lot of the content Randy normally films.  Such is life.  And such is the story of 2021.  Stories of elk hunts, deer hunts, a mountain goat named "Grubby" and stories from Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and Montana.  We are now back on track and hoping to keep rolling without disruption. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold’s Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Marcus and Dale as they give a mid-season update.  Topics covered include a scheduling mayhem, leftover and returned tags, great friends like Scott Jones, camera guys as scapegoats, passing when you should shoot, Kara the elk slayer, Randy’s shortened season, hopes for a billy goat, banner grouse year, a special moose story, and highlights of the first two months of hunts for this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy has guest Charlie and Corey from Steelhead Outdoors.  Topics covered include starting a hunting business as a dream, more work and less hunting, solving problems, building a better gun safe, what is a modular safe, custom services and products, whitetails of Minnesota, deer camps, hunting traditions, grouse or partridge, small town cultures, deciding to manufacture in the USA, and other perspectives of young business owners making their way in the hunting space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Matthew, Marcus, and RJ as they talk about the new distribution platform they are launching in response to request from followers. Topics include paying for content with time (ads), privacy ( your personal information), or money.  Randy explains his belief that viewers should know they can watch content without concern of their personal privacy and information. Fresh Tracks+ is a new membership model that provides the privacy and ad-free experience many are seeking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (167) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Lorenzo and Chris, co-founders of goHUNT. Topics include the goHUNT story, how it started and where they are going, focus on hunter needs, creating more value at the same price, always getting better, solving hunter's problems, using business technology for hunting, mapping as an essential tool, building a bigger pie; providing what a hunter needs, when they need it, at all times, in one location, and what might be next for goHUNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (166) Randy talks with Lee McDonald of the Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance.  Topics covered include all things mountain goats, how citizens can contribute to science and conservation, the value of volunteers, funding constraints for agencies, advocating for mountain goats, hunting as a management tool, how RMGA made Randy's 2021 goat tag possible, native species in non-native habitats, and the future of Rocky Mountain Goats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks about long-term drought impacts and Arizona's wild sheep with Brad Remfrey of the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society.  Topics covered include drought, hauling water, volunteerism is key, loss of surface water, collective human impacts, changing landscapes, how to help wildlife in drought, how to win a Dall Sheep hunt in the McKenzie Mountains, what is done with you money, advocacy, and a host of other issues impacting Arizona's Desert Bighorn Sheep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, our guest is Dr. Weston Adkins, doctor of audiology at the Mayo Clinic, who also is a hunter and shooter.  Topics covered include all items related to hearing loss, prevention, exposure to damage, decibel levels of firearms, frequencies lost, loss of volume versus loss of clarity, protecting what you have, prevention methods, treatment options, health consequences of lost hearing, and idea that motivate you to NOT be like Randy; protect what you have!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (163) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Dr. Tim Deboodt and Dylan Kruse, experts in juniper management and emerging markets for juniper as a commercial wood product.  Juniper is a native tree that dominates many arid environments, benefiting from fire suppression. Junipers consumes a lot of water, reducing surface water and forage base necessary for wildlife.  Tim and Dylan explain the programs in Oregon used to improve wildlife conservation by management of junipers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (162) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with longtime friends Lanny and Tracy Barnes, US Olympians in the biathlon and competitive shooters.  Topics covered include hunting as a life skill for elite competition sports, failure as our teacher, attitude matters, optimists are seldom disappointed, shooting sports and competition, hunting as a lifetime activity, sacrifice is often necessary, mental focus when shooting, and a lot of other topics from two of our greatest ambassadors.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (161) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Hank Shaw returns to share his ideas on cooking, fish, and fishing.  He talks about his new book, his fishing childhood, regional biases against great tasting fish, how all fish are edible, bad fish come from poor prep, pressure bleeding you catch, fish cooking simplicity, beer batter, traditional fish recipes, and a net full of great ideas that will change your thoughts about Hookin' and Cookin'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks remaining tag options with Brady Miller of goHUNT.com.  Topics covered include over-the-counter options for all species, returned tag options, left-over options, and an explanation of how these options work for each of the western states.  A few of these returned tags are premium hunts.  Summary being, if you are without a tag, you still have options to go hunting this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (160) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy catches up with past guest, Clay Hayes.  Topics covered include Clay's appearance on Season 8 of the reality TV show ALONE. Also covered are building your own bow, getting as close as possible, defining your own mountain to climb, skills needed for intimate-distance hunting, mental conditioning, teaching your skills, survival when needed, grouse priorities, and a host of other topics that will entertain you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this shortened episode (159) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy goes solo and gives some updates on podcast delays, makes a call for topics and guests to augment his own topic ideas, explains why policy and politics is a hunting topic, outlines content distribution plans being considered, updates on the 2021 hunt schedule, a quick overview of Arizona deer and sheep draw, and gives a Memorial Day tribute to a friend lost too soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (158) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Andrew McKean.  Andrew's background as with Outdoor Life and his many years as a volunteer give a unique perspective to discuss the issues of our time.  Those topics include, politics hurting hunting, optimism in darkness, being uncomfortable, too much R3, it is all access, conservation matters, management of mismanagement, how much ground we have lost, crowding, the benefits of diversity, and tangents to put a smile on your face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Dave Willms and Nephi Cole, both avid elk hunters and former policy advisors for Wyoming Governor Matt Meade.  Topics covered include how the game works, an insider's perspective, what not to do, what to do, too much R3, lost access, conservation matters, managing hunters and hunting, elk hunting stories, and other great tangents from three passionate hunters who are concerned about wild places and wild things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy gives the 2021 update on applying for deer and elk in Colorado.  Topics covered include deadlines, preference point system, over-the-counter tags, excellent dates for 2021 deer hunting, likely point creep, tag-teaming deer and elk hunts together, and all other things you need to know about Colorado applications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (156) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Marcus are ice fishing, mostly fishing for answers to how hunters can better understand the political process and increase their advocacy.  Topics covered include trends in hunting topics becoming political, how the game works, why we might need new organizations to be effective, hunters must jump in the game, using your own network, solo or group, citizen legislators, paying dues is not advocacy, the detriments of being partisan, don't burn bridges, passion v. emotion, and other topics that give some insight to what likely is ahead for hunting and politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (155) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Steven Drake, passionate hunter and adventure photographer.  Topics covered include making your passion your business, hunting for adventure, avalanche mountain goats, photography through a different lens, avoiding the dead horse roll, ski racer goes hunting, learning on the job, forcing yourself to be uncomfortable, mountain discomforts, and many other topics from a guy who has traveled the world capturing hunting images. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy gives the 2021 highlights of the Utah application process prior to the March 4th deadline.  Topics covered include deadlines, how the system works, fees, upfront costs, and what species are available to non-residents.  Utah draw odds are really tough, but if you are lucky enough to draw, it is worth the price and worth the effort.  For more details, check out the INSIDER at goHUNT.com and use promo code RANDY to get a $50 gift card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (154) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio Randy shares the mic with Mac Minard, Executive Director of the Montana Outfitter and Guides Association.  The discussion revolves around MT Senate Bill 143 that would take 60% now 39% of the non-resident deer/elk tags and give preference to those non-residents using the services of an outfitter.  This is a contentious issue being debated in the Montana Legislature in 2021.  Topics covered will hopefully give the listener perspectives of how our wildlife resources are being readjusted by state legislatures rather than our historic manners of state fish & game commissions and show the importance of being involved and informed of how your hunting opportunities can be impacted by the political process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode (153) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy, Marcus, and Michael talk about Michael's Idaho elk hunt in a hard-to-draw unit.  In addition to that hunt, a season recap is provided, explaining how to make a story from the most difficult of hunts, working your plan, glory tags that aren't very glorious, when things don't go well, what a season looks like behind the scenes, things we do wrong more than once, taking good luck when it comes your way, planning for success and preparing for struggle, film permit intricacies, and a host of other highlights to our most challenging season 13 years of production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Brandon Evans, Head of Research at goHUNT.com.  Though this episode focuses on Arizona, with Brandon the topics diverts to explanation of how draw odds are calculated in complicated states like Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico.  Brandon explains the Arizona system, how to use your choices, strategies to improve your odds, and how goHUNT simulates draws over hundreds of thousands of replications.  Also discussed are deadlines, how the AZ draw works, maximizing your investment, short/mid/long-term elk options in AZ, and a host of other timely topics to consideration with the approaching Arizona deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Episode (152) of Leupold's Hunt Talk radio, Randy hosts Dr. Matt Kauffman and Greg Nickerson of the Wyoming Migration Initiative.  Topics covered include migrations, emerging science, landscape challenges, new technology for wildlife tracking, prioritizing wildlife corridors, making science consumable, why migrate, risks or rewards in migration, how much we don't know, and a lot of cool topics about the emerging understanding of wildlife migrations and the importance to wildlife populations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy share the mic with Brady and Trail from goHUNT.com.  The topic starts with "point creep," where point creep comes from, and what to expect in the coming years.  Other topics include overview of each state, where value exists, how to hunt every year, short/mid/long-term plans, what information to consider, point buyers, systems of each state, and a host of other tidbits that will improve your odds of drawing a good tag each year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares a mic with seasonal guests Jim Heffelfinger and Johnathan O'Dell.  As scientists and biologists, they manage wildlife at the mercy of Mother Nature.  Topics covered include drought impacts, disease impacts on big and small game, hunting the Pleistocene, nutrition cycles, waterfowl diseases, too many quail, season setting, man made water sources, predation in drought years, desert adaptations, rabbit and hares, and many more topics about hunting and wildlife in the desert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices