Beyond the Kill

On this episode, Adam is joined by Marty Skovlund, Jr. from Black Rifle Coffee Co. where he is Executive Editor of Coffee or Die Magazine. Marty is one interesting cat. He's an Army veteran (75th Ranger Regiment), with multiple deployments overseas, as well as an author, journalist, and now, editor. On this show, Marty and Adam cover the inner workings of the modern media machine, how to tell whether what you're reading, watching, or hearing is biased or objective journalism, and Marty's observations from his travels across the US and around the world. @blackriflecoffee @coffeeordiemag Violence of Action

On this episode, Adam is joined by Dustin and Ara from MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab. Adam, Ara, and Dustin take a deep dive on the difference between loving the process of training versus focusing on the outcome, and how an "always ready" mindset will improve all aspects of your life. If you struggle to stay consistent with a training program or tend to follow a boom/bust cycle year after year, this is the episode you need to listen to. This is one of the best training focused shows we've featured in a long, long time. @mtntough_fitness Backcountry Hunter Bundle ($100 Discount) Ara's Mental Toughness Article

We're back! Happy New Year everyone! This episode was recorded on location at Benchmade HQ just before the holidays, where Adam was joined by Matt Elliott and Troy Hellman from the marketing team. Topics discussed include the history of the company, how and why knives are designed and built the way they are at Benchmade, the differences between a $30 knife and a $100 plus knife, what their hunting knife line-up looks like, and how to select the appropriate steel when purchasing a blade. If you like knives as much as we do, you'll enjoy this one. @benchmadeknifecompany

On this episode, Adam is joined by Darren and Justin from Black Rifle Coffee Canada. That's right, BRCC has a Canadian subsidiary. The three Canucks talk coffee, meaningful causes, and of course guns. If you're a coffee drinker and a gun owner, you'll enjoy this one. @blackriflecoffee www.blackriflecoffee.ca www.blackriflecoffee.com

On this episode, Adam is joined by one of the most accomplished off-road endurance athletes to ever shoulder a backpack, Andrew Skurka. Renowned for his solo backpacking feats, Andrew's list of accomplishments is extensive. He was named "Adventurer of the Year" by both National Geographic and Outside Magazineand has backpacked 30,000 plus miles (yes you read that right) while pursuing his passion for trekking. Beyond his endurance resume, Andrew is a hunter, and one hell of a curious guy that puts a lot of thought into everything he does. There's plenty to take away from this conversation between Adam and Andrew. Andrew's Bio, Site & Gear Lists @andrewskurka

On this episode, author Jack Carr is back to share his stories and insights from a recent trip to South Africa, where he was helping train an anti-poaching unit, and doing some research for another book in the James Reece series. Regardless of your interest in Africa from a hunting perspective, what happens there matters on a global scale. Jack's observations and perspective on African hunting, poaching, and game management will help you understand a deeply misunderstood place. The Terminal List @jackcarrusa

As promised, after running out of time to get into some storytelling in Episode 121, we brought Nolan back to share some highlights from the 2018 guiding season. What you'll hear in this episode is the story of Nolan's favorite hunt of the year and arguably the hunt of his lifetime. We'd bet his clients feel the same way. With some gear and hunting tips mixed in for good measure, this episode has something for everyone. @nmo

On this episode, Adam is joined by Rick Elder of Beyond Clothing. Yes, Rick runs Beyond out of their Seattle office, affectionately known as The Acropolis, but more than that, he is an incredibly interesting dude with a very interesting perspective on a variety of topics related to the outdoor and sporting goods industry. Regardless of the outdoor pursuit you most passionately live for, this discussion with Rick is sure to get you thinking. @beyond.clothing @lawless_truth

On this episode, Adam is joined by one of the most unique guests we've ever had on the show, polar explorer John Huston. John was one half of a two-man team that made the first American unsupported, 100% human powered expedition to the North Pole in 2009. It took them 55 days, covering 478 miles on skis, all while pulling sleds loaded with hundreds of pounds of gear. Let that sink in…still think late season hunting is hard? Although not strictly about hunting, this one is chock full of insights and lessons for anyone looking to push their limits in the mountains, or frankly, in life. @hustonjohn @mysteryranch JohnHuston.com Forward (Book) Baffin Island Guided Trip Info Hunting Lessons from a Polar Explorer

On this episode, Adam is joined by his good friend, and colleague, Nolan who just returned from a season of guiding Stone's sheep, mountain caribou, Rocky Mountain goats, and moose. Adam and Nolan discuss what it's like to spend 90 days straight in the high country of Northern BC, the enjoyment and frustration of working with horses, and some of the lessons Nolan took away from his 2018 season. @nmo

On this short but sweet episode, Adam rolls solo and discusses some new gear/equipment he put through its paces, an embarrassing "won't make that mistake again" lesson, and one of his tried and true backcountry menu items after a recent BC moose hunt.

On this show, Adam is joined by Dustin Diefenderfer of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab in Bozeman, Montana. It's the time of year when cold weather and tough conditions are the norm. But, it's also one of the best times of year to cut a tag. If you can hack it. This episode will help you thrive when many hunters would rather hang up their boots. Backcountry Calorie Calculator Article Are You Born with Mental Toughness? @mtntough_fitness

On this show, Adam and Bryan Martin of Asian Mountain Outfitters, pick up where they left off in Part 1. If you've never experienced a double-header rodeo, this one's worth every minute and chock-full of shooting tips. We've been tight-lipped about what exactly happened on this hunt, but we disclose some solid details here in Part 2. Spoiler alert…ibex meat tastes great! @asianmountainoutfitters

On this show, Adam is joined by Bryan Martin of Asian Mountain Outfitters. Adam and Bryan dig deep into the JOMH crew's experience in TJ and cover a ton of material in this conversation. In fact, they covered so many topics, we decided to chop it into two parts. If you've been waiting for more details on how the hunt unfolded, you're going to want to listen to these two episodes. @asianmountainoutfitters

On this show Adam is joined by his good friend and past guest Bert Sorin, the president of Sorinex Exercise Equipment. Bert is a husband, father, former hammer thrower and Scottish Highland Games athlete, and a deeply passionate outdoorsman. He's also one of the more insightful and genuine men you'll ever meet. Adam and Bert cover a wide (and deep) array of topics in this one…Eastern vs Western hunting, childhood hunting stories, exposing kids to the outdoors, and of course training and training philosophies. @bertsorin @sorinex

Regardless of whether you have any interest in Himalayan tahr hunting, this issue is about far more than tahr or even NZ politics. The lines have been drawn and our will to fight is being put to the test. Politically and emotionally driven wildlife management has become the norm and not the exception. In recent months, we have seen examples of this in British Columbia, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, New Jersey and now New Zealand, to name just a few. This is a global issue that requires our full attention. @hardyardshunting_ Donate to Tahr Foundation Tahr Foundation Facebook Page

***WARNING: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE IS USED IN THIS EPISODE*** On location in Dushanbe, the evening before they head home, Adam, Matt Comment and Connor Gabbott share some lessons, laughs, and thoughts on what it was like to chase ibex on the other side of the world. @taluscreative @mattcomment

On this show, Adam is joined by Brad Neathery, Tyler Sharp, and Charles Post, the men behind Modern Huntsman. Through their publication and platform, they have taken it upon themselves to focus on both the non-hunting public and the dyed in the wool hunting community. This is no small task. And by all accounts, they are doing a damned good job of bridging the gaps that are necessary for hunting to remain relevant in these emotionally charged times. Adam, Brad, Tyler, and Charles dive into a host of subjects related to the establishment of their brand, the challenges our community must overcome, and how they plan to help the non-hunting public better understand who we are, what we do, and why that matters. www.modernhuntsman.co @modernhuntsman

On this show, Adam is joined by John Warren of Leupold. Adam and John recorded this conversation on location in Oregon after a full-day on the range at the Leupold Optics Academy (LOA). Many hunters spend the bulk of their time practicing under ideal range conditions but, as we all know, you don't always get the perfect shot opportunity in the field. So, with his Tajikistan ibex hunt looming, Adam wanted to take his marksmanship to the next level. John took Adam through a series of drills and instruction focused on field-applicable shooting positions and the mindset required to make the most of any shot opportunity that might present itself. This is what you'll hear about in this episode. John is a wealth of knowledge and brings a unique perspective to the skills and mindset required to excel under any conditions and circumstances. Regardless of whether you carry a rifle or bow afield, there are key takeaways for all hunters in this episode. www.leupold.com @leupoldoptics @john.warchild

On this show, Adam is joined by Craig Marker, Ph.D., of StrongFirst. If you're a long-time listener, you'll likely recognize that organization's name as they are, in our opinion, the best source of strength and conditioning research, education, and programming in the world today. Especially as it relates to those training for real-world applications. But this episode is about far more than preparing for the backcountry. The methods, tools and programming covered are applicable to anyone that struggles to find the balance between work, home, and staying fit for whatever goals one may choose to pursue. In short, this episode is about training smarter, not harder. At any age. @strongfirst HIIT vs HIRT Hybrid Power Conditioning Program

On this show, Adam is joined by Jared Frasier, the Executive Director of 2% For Conservation, an organization that is serving a critical role in today's conservation landscape. This is our longest episode to date…for good reason! Jared is one of the most insightful and outspoken guests we've ever had on the show, and this one's an absolute MUST-LISTEN. Even if that means chopping it up into smaller chunks. Adam and Jared dig into a WIDE range of topics, including (of course) why 2% For Conservation is so crucial to the future of hunting, but beyond that, there are too many subtopics to list. You'll just have to trust that this one's worth every minute. @wildfrasier @2percentforconservation

Big Fish with an Even Bigger Impact On this episode, Adam sits down on the banks of the Fraser River with three guys from the Wild Sheep Society of BC on day two of the Jurassic Classic fishing tournament. If you're a diehard listener, you should be familiar with what the Jurassic Classic is, and more importantly, how it benefits wild sheep conservation projects in BC. If you've missed the past episodes where this event was discussed, you'll want to tune in and hear how this unique event puts money on the ground where it matters most. If nothing else, if you like fishing and are interested in someday participating in an event that's as fun as it is effective at putting money into conservation projects, you're going to want to listen to this one! @wildsheepsocietybc

On this show, Adam is joined by his good friend and colleague, Connor Gabbott. Connor is one of the men behind the curtain at the JOMH and one hell of a talented dude when it comes to running a camera and telling stories through visual mediums. A chef by trade, after 20 years in the restaurant business, he has finally made the leap into the film and photography field full-time. On this episode, Adam and Connor discuss the evolution of a hunter and how the "why" of hunting changes over the course of one's hunting life, and even, over the course of a season. Through their incredibly different hunting backgrounds, Adam and Connor share how they have arrived at the hunting philosophies that guide their decisions at this point in their lives. @taluscreative

On this show, Adam is joined by Dr. Ed Ashby, the man responsible for bringing FOC into the modern bowhunting vocabulary, and Garrett Schlief, the President of Grizzly Stik. If you're a bowhunter, you will not want to miss this episode. Dr. Ashby shares the history and results of his incomparable research into terminal arrow performance, and sets the record straight on what you need to focus on when considering a move to a high-FOC or ultra-FOC arrows for your bowhunting needs. If you're NOT a bowhunter, you will still get lots from this episode, as Dr. Ashby has been travelling the world hunting, researching, and testing equipment for decades. His stories could fill an entire year of podcasts! The Ashby Reports @grizzlystik

On this show, Adam is joined by the one and only Randy Newberg. Adam sat down with Randy at Mystery Ranch HQ on his recent trip to Bozeman. A down to earth, dyed in the wool DIY western hunter, Randy has been at the vanguard of the hunting media business since he made the leap into producing and distributing his own content many years ago. There have never been more questions surrounding the future of the media business and Adam and Randy spend most of the episode exploring precisely this topic. If you're wondering what the future holds for hunting shows, films, podcasts, and written content, you will want to hear Randy's thoughts on the future of how hunting content will be produced, shared and consumed. @randynewberghunter @elktalkpodcast @mysteryranch @leupold

***WARNING: SOME EXPLICIT LANGUAGE IS USED IN THIS SHOW*** On this show, Adam is joined by the President & CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation, Gray Thornton. Adam and Gray spend the bulk of this episode covering two critically important subjects: the importance of high-value auction tags and the ever evolving wild-domestic disease transfer issue. If you hold strong opinions about auction tags or want to know more about how they impact both wild sheep conservation AND sheep hunting opportunities, then you need to tune in to this episode. In the second half of the show, Gray brings us to speed on the latest news on the wild-domestic disease front. After numerous attempts at collaborating with the various stakeholders involved, WSF has had enough. The gloves are coming off. @wildsheepfoundation

On this show, Adam is joined by Steven Drake to recap his recent trip to the islands of Haida Gwaii to chase Sitka blacktails. This was not your average blacktail hunt! Drake, Connor Gabbott, and one of Connor's good friends took advantage of the unique hunting opportunities on this remote archipelago, and put together one of the best surf and turf hunting trips we've ever seen or heard of. This was a true sea to summit adventure. From alpine bow stalks to bear encounters, and beach deer to crab pots, this trip had it all. Tune in for the full details and trip report! @stevendrakephoto @taluscreative

On this episode, Adam is joined by Greg McHale. Greg is the host of Greg McHale's Wild Yukon, an incredibly well produced show that just debuted on the Sportsman Channel. He is also a past guest (Episode 35) so, if you haven't listened to Greg's original interview, it would be a good idea to check it out, as the subjects discussed on this show, are essentially an extension of his first interview. Greg is a former guide, retired professional athlete, avid bush pilot, and now a TV producer. Needless to say, he's led one hell of an interesting life that has been heavily influenced by the Wild Yukon that he calls home. @gregmchaleswildyukon

On this show, Adam is joined by his good friend, and the star of Toeing the Line (TTL), Nolan Osborne. Anyone that has watched our TTL film will know that Nolan is one hell of a character. But, behind that goofy, and often laconic, demeanor is an incredibly committed and hard-working dude. With zero experience and zero skills, Nolan left his home province of Ontario to chase his dream of becoming a hunting guide. Since making the leap, he has worked throughout BC and the Yukon wrangling and guiding for Stone's sheep, caribou, moose, grizzlies, and mountain goats. He is now living his dream. But the path was not easy. On this episode, Nolan shares the story of how he got to where he is today. @nmo

On this show, Adam is joined by another repeat guest, Chris Denham. Narrowing down Chris' involvement in the hunting industry is no easy task. He is one of the men behind, and faces of, The Western Hunter TV show. He's the publisher of Western Hunter magazine. A partner in The Outdoorsmans retail business. A partner in Wilderness Athlete…and a partner in The Journal of Mountain Hunting multimedia platform. To say he's a busy guy would be putting it mildly. In this episode, Adam and Chris talk about the story behind The Outdoorsmans (you'll want to hear that one), and then take a deep dive into all things glassing related. Growing up in Arizona, Chris learned at an early age just how important effective glassing techniques, and of course equipment, are in wide open country. Since then, he has applied these techniques and tools across the West with substantial success. If you hunt in areas where glassing is critical to cutting a tag, this one's for you. @csdenham @outdoorsmans @thewesternhunter

Here it is folks! Episode 100, a big milestone for the BTK show. First off, we wanted to extend a heart-felt thank you to everyone that has tuned in and supported the show over the past few years. We couldn't keep doing this without you. So, as a bit of a thank you, we have brought back a guest that many of you have been asking for: Donnie Vincent. Donnie was in B.C. a few weeks back to do some bear hunting, and he was gracious enough to invite Adam up to Arcadia Outfitting, where he was hunting with his good friend, guide-outfitter Ben Stourac, to conduct this interview in person. Fittingly, Donnie was our very first guest for Episode 001 and he's back for Episode 100. The timing of his trip couldn't have worked out better. Sitting on the front porch of a cabin in the mountains of B.C., Donnie and Adam dive into a variety of subjects you will not want to miss. They cover his decision to stop wearing camouflage hunting apparel, bowhunting versus rifle hunting, and then spend the bulk of the show talking about the hunting of large predators, specifically bears and mountain lions. As usual, Donnie does not disappoint. Regardless of your opinions on bear and cat hunting, this is an episode you are going to enjoy. Here's to the next 100 shows! @donnie_vincent @arcadiaoutfitting @sicmanta

On this episode, Adam is joined by Aaron Hitchins, one of the guys at Rockhouse Motion. They are, without a doubt, one of the best in the business when it comes to film and photography production in the hook and bullet and outdoor recreation space. Aaron wears many hats at Rockhouse and he and Adam spend some time talking about what a job like his entails. If you have any interest in what it's like to work in the hunting media business, you'll want to tune in. But perhaps more interestingly, Adam and Aaron went to the same high school AND the same university. They were separated by a few years, so their paths never crossed. Until now. It's a pretty striking fact that two guys, from rural Ontario, in their own roundabout ways, ended up in the hunting media business. But it speaks to the importance of hunting and the outdoors in the Ottawa Valley where they grew up. Adam and Aaron spend some time talking about their upbringing in small-town Eastern Ontario, what the hunting culture was like back home and share some laughs and memories about that idyllic setting. They then dive into a more serious conversation about the justifications we, as a community, put forth for hunting. Aaron and Adam both believe that the reasons we give for hunting and the labels we attach to ourselves and others in the hunting fraternity are not to be taken lightly. This is a great conversation covering many aspects of the hunting lifestyle. @aaronhitchins @rockhousemotion

On this episode, Adam goes solo for a quick hit "in-between-isode" and reviews some highly versatile gear and equipment he's been putting to the test over the past while. He covers some boots he's been very happy with, a uniquely configured spotting scope that's proven incredibly useful, a functional and inexpensive knife, a versatile chest harness he's used extensively, and a couple backpacking stoves to suit both ends of the budgetary spectrum.

***WARNING EXPLICIT LANGUAGE IS USED IN THIS EPISODE*** This is another swap-cast with Mike and Kelly from The Rookie Hunter show. On this episode, Adam, Mike and Kelly sit down with a full crew from the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. They are joined by Land Tawney and Ty Stubblefield from BHA HQ and Bill Hanlon and Alan Duffy of the BC Chapter of BHA. This roundtable discussion focuses on public land advocacy, the protection of wilderness areas and the surging movement that BHA has been spearheading in our community. They are doing incredible work across North America and if you're a passionate backcountry enthusiast you will not want to miss this episode. www.backcountryhunters.org @backcountryhunters

On this show, Adam is joined by Christian Schauf, the founder of Uncharted Supply Co. From his upbringing on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, to hunting the mountains of the West, and a career path unlike any other we've come across, Christian has one of the most unique life stories you've ever heard. His latest venture, Uncharted Supply Co., is a brand and product line that is likely to strike a chord with our community. Are you as prepared and self-sufficient as you think you are? Christian and Adam are going to discuss just that on this podcast. Enjoy! www.unchartedsupplyco.com @unchartedsupply @christianschauf

On this show, Adam is joined by Aaron Davidson. Aaron is the President and CEO of Gunwerks, so naturally, this episode will focus on long-range shooting and hunting. Gunwerks is without a doubt one of the most innovative companies that plays in the long-range hunting and precision shooting space and a good portion of this podcast is spent discussing the latest news and updates from Gunwerks. Adam and Aaron discuss their newest shooting systems, the changes to their educational platform and some new products catered to those that prefer a DIY approach to building and testing their own long-range equipment and components. They also dive into the never-ending debate between those that believe long-range hunting is an ethical practice and those that do not. If you are a bowhunter that looks down on those that choose to hunt with long-range capable equipment, the latter half of this interview will be especially interesting. www.gunwerks.com @gunwerks

On this show, Adam is joined by Jack Carr. For our longtime listeners, this is a name you should recognize as it's the pen name of a past guest. Jack is an ex-SEAL, a newly published author, a businessman, and a hunter. Most importantly, he's one hell of a great dude. Jack recently released his debut thriller, The Terminal List, a visceral and intense page-turner that you will not be able to put down. Jack was kind enough to send Adam a copy before it hit bookshelves and there is no doubt that this is not your average novel. Regardless of whether you like to read fiction or not, this is a book you will want to pick-up. There are more than a few themes in the book that will appeal to hunters, fathers and husbands around the globe. In this episode, Jack and Adam have a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from his writing process, tips for those looking to get into outdoor writing, books that inspired him to pursue his dream of becoming an author, and why he thinks reading fiction can be beneficial, especially for aspiring writers. They also dive into some themes from the book that will be of interest to our listeners given the modern digital and social landscape, where anyone can be found by anyone with the motivation to do so. In today's age of outrage, where hunters and firearms enthusiasts are often demonized by those that oppose our lifestyle, Jack has some interesting points on how to keep yourself and your family under the radar. Tune in for an eclectic conversation with one of the most interesting guys we've ever had on the show! www.officialjackcarr.com

On this show, Adam is joined by another return visitor, Emory Wanger. Emory is the host of the BY LAND podcast and runs his own website catered to all things backpacking, which can be found at www.byland.co. On the site, you will find a full list of his podcast episodes and guests as well as some interesting articles and material focused on backpacking, hunting and a whole melting pot of other subjects related to our world. Emory initially appeared on Episode 69 when we discussed his completion of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), which is roughly 2,000 miles. He finished it in six months. A pretty phenomenal feat without a doubt. Since then, Adam and Emory and have kept in touch, and recently, Emory sent Adam an email that prompted a second appearance on the show. Like most of us, Emory is very passionate about hunting and how hunting is perceived by the non-hunting public, so this episode will feature Emory's perspective on just that topic. We hope you enjoy! www.byland.co @byland.co

On this show, Adam is joined by John Barklow, the Big Game Product Manager for Sitka Gear. The main topic of this episode is late season mountain hunting and the gear, skills, and knowledge required to be both successful and safe when heading into the mountains in the depths of winter. John has an immense amount of personal experience as it relates to these hunts—he lived in Alaska for 20+ years—but he also brings his knowledge and expertise from his past career training military personnel in mountain travel, mobility and survival to bear on this episode. If you want to know what it takes to both survive and thrive in some of the harshest hunting conditions North America offers, this is the show for you. www.sitkagear.com Dynamic Re-Warming Drill

On this episode, Adam will be joined by Robbie Kroger for his second appearance on the show. Robbie is a man of many talents, and many of you may (and hopefully do) know him as the man behind Blood Origins, a unique, film-based storytelling concept. You can find Robbie's BTK debut on Episode 66 where he discusses the vision for Blood Origins in depth. But on this show, Adam and Robbie talk about Robbie's first real mountain hunt. A public land hunt for aoudad in the mountains of New Mexico that occurred just a few weeks ago. This adventure was one hell of a learning experience for Robbie, as it was not only his first mountain hunt but also his first sheep hunt. So, on this episode Robbie shares the hard lessons learned and the full story of this hunt. You will not believe the finish to this sheep hunting tale! @bloodorigins

On this show, we will be talking about marksmanship. As many of you know, a crew from the JOMH traveled down to Oregon to attend the Leupold Optics Academy (LOA) in preparation for the late-season goat hunt the team recently returned from. Joining Adam on the show will be the two gentlemen that hosted and instructed the team at the LOA facility, Michael Baccellieri and John Warren from Leupold, as well as Nolan Osborne who was the main trigger puller at the LOA course. Nolan's perspectives on the topics covered in this show will be especially interesting as he was tasked with taking the lessons learned at the LOA and applying them in the field in what turned out to be very challenging hunting and shooting conditions. Topics covered include the key equipment considerations that inform both rifle and optics decisions, and the skills and abilities required to get the most out of your shooting system. If you are looking to up your game in marksmanship and precision shooting, this is a must-listen podcast with some of the best instructors in the industry today. www.leupold.com @michael_baccellieri @john.warchild @nmo

Our Worst Fears Have Been Realized with Gray Thornton On this show, Adam is joined by the President & CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF), Gray Thornton. Adam and Gray managed to connect in-person while Gray was recently in BC, and on this episode, they tackle the concerning news out of Alaska about a potentially deadly respiratory pathogen being found and documented in multiple Dall sheep and mountain goats. This is a big issue in the wild sheep conservation world as these respiratory pathogens have been implicated in large-scale die-offs in bighorns in the lower 48, BC, and Alberta. Gray shares the background on these respiratory pathogens, discusses the current situation in Alaska specifically and thinhorn range generally and, perhaps most importantly, brings us up to speed on our options going forward. It should be added that this is a fluid and dynamic situation. The news originally broke on March 13th, and since then more information has been released suggesting this outbreak is more widespread than initially reported. To say both the extent of the problem and the solution to preventing further infection is a moving target, would be putting it mildly. That said, the worst fears of many people involved in wild sheep conservation and wildlife veterinary science have become a reality. If you care about wild sheep, this is a must-listen episode. Web: www.wildsheepfoundation.org Instagram: @wildsheepfoundation

On this show, Adam sits down with past guest Chris Barker, and newcomer Kyle Stelter at the 25th Annual Kamloops Convention of the Wild Sheep Society of BC. Both Chris and Kyle are actively involved with the WSSBC and wild sheep conservation in general, and Adam travelled up to Kamloops a couple weeks back to sit down with these two ardent conservationists to discuss the past, present and future of the WSSBC and why regardless of what province or state you call home, the wild sheep of BC need and deserve our support. At the time of this interview (two weeks ago), the news out of Alaska that a deadly respiratory pathogen implicated in large scale die-offs of bighorns in the lower 48 states and BC and Alberta, had not yet been announced. In a sad twist of fate, Adam, Chris and Kyle discussed this very threat and how important it was for the hunting and conservation community to take this risk very seriously. There is now no doubt that Canadian and Alaskan thinhorns need every ounce of support we can provide. Regardless of whether you're a die-hard sheep nut, or simply hope to one day find yourself in sheep country this is a must-listen episode covering some critical topics related to the long-term sustainability of wild sheep in BC and across North America. Web: www.wildsheepsociety.com Instagram: @wildsheepsocietybc

On this episode, Adam is joined by Bryan Martin for his second appearance on the podcast. He is the owner and founder of Asian Mountain Outfitters and in the simplest sense, is a hunting consultant. Part guide, part outfitter and part booking agent, he brings an immense amount of knowledge and experience to serving his clients' needs…and this week's show. Bryan has guided and outfitted around the world for nearly 20 years and has personally been on over 100 mountain or backcountry hunts. He is undoubtedly one of the most experienced and accomplished mountain hunters alive today. On Bryan's first episode, we did a worldwide review of the sheep and goat opportunities available to the adventurous hunter, but on this episode, the focus will be on ibex. Bryan will explain his recommended destinations, outline the climactic and logistical realities of hunting in each country, and cover what to expect on the hunt itself if you were to book one of these highly affordable international hunts. Bryan and Adam also spend time discussing the gear and skills required to be successful on these challenging expeditions. And as a final note, what makes these hunts so appealing is not only the reasonable cost and the epic adventure involved, but the fact that in any given year you can easily fit one of these hunts into your schedule. So, if you didn't draw that tag you were hoping for, plans fell through on another mountain hunt, or you have some money burning a hole in your pocket and can't wait years to find an opening in North America, Bryan can get you lined up for a Central Asian hunt on relatively short notice. To find out more, tune into this episode and go to www.asianmountainoutfitters.com or follow Bryan on Instagram @asianmountainoufitters.

On this episode, Adam is joined by Mark Hall. At the simplest level Mark is a scientist. He holds a master's degree in environmental science and is a Professional Agrologist and retired Professional Forester. Mark is also a passionate hunter and an even more passionate conservationist and it is on that topic specifically that Adam was interested in bringing Mark on the show. Mark runs his own blog called Hunter Conservationist and writes prolifically about conservation, hunting, social policy, social science and how all these topics weave into what could be called the modern conservation landscape. Mark is not shy about his opinions. He is critical and outspoken about certain aspects of the hunting industry, and in some cases, has ruffled some feathers with what he's said or written. But what makes Mark's writings so important is that they are factually and experientially backed perspectives on the critical matters that impact the conservation space. In today's sociocultural landscape, we need more people to write and think like Mark. We hope you enjoy this thoughtful and enlightening conversation with Mark Hall! Web: www.hunterconservationist.ca

On this episode, Adam is joined by the full crew of guys that were on the JOMH's recent late season goat hunt and film expedition. This podcast was recorded part way through the trip and includes an interesting mix of guys that have diverse perspectives on the question of what makes a great hunter? You'll hear thoughts from Dustin Roe, Nolan Osborne, Dan Watson, Steven Drake, Connor Gabbott and of course Adam. This is an opinionated topic and the group doesn't shy away from tackling the differences between guided and non-guided hunters, high success ratios versus more selective hunting, killing for meat or age or score and many other factors that play into one's "success" as a hunter. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did recording it! Thanks to our guests: @dustinroe @nmo @danwato @stevendrakephoto @taluscreative

On this episode, Adam is joined by Brian Call. Brian is the founder of GrittyBowman.com which is host to all things Gritty. Films, interviews, and of course, the Gritty Bowman Podcast. Adam and Brian met up and recorded this episode in a hotel room in Reno, Nevada during Sheep Show. Please note that there will not be an episode next week. We'll be back at it with two special episodes the following week. Web: grittybowmen.com Instagram: @grittybowmen

On this episode, Adam is joined by the President and CEO of Leupold & Stevens Inc., Bruce Pettet. Leupold is one of the most time-tested and proven brands in the hunting and shooting industry and on this episode, you're going to find out exactly why that is the case. Bruce and Adam discuss the incredible legacy of the brand, what makes the company and its products so special and why, if you're in the market for optics this year, Leupold should be at the top of your list. Web: www.leupold.com Instagram: @leupoldoptics Be Relentless Brand Anthem

On this episode, Adam (Janke) is joined by the Fossman himself, Adam Foss. Adam (Foss) was one of the earliest guests we ever featured on the show and a lot has changed since then. He has embarked on a new career path and the hunting media landscape has never been more dynamic. The two Adams spend most of this episode discussing how the "story" of conservation has been told over the past few decades and how we can and should use creativity to tell that story in a more resonant fashion moving forward. Adam (Foss) is doing a lot of exciting work in the conservation space, is very passionate about conservation and the role hunting plays in achieving conservation goals, and given this shared passion, the Adams have a very interesting discussion about how storytelling plays a critical role in keeping both hunting and conservation relevant in today's media landscape. Instagram: @fossman8

***WARNING: STRONG AND EXPLICIT LANGUAGE IS USED ON THIS SHOW*** On this episode, we feature a group discussion with nine guys, all of whom were at WSF's Sheep Show last week. We recorded this episode in one of our hotel rooms just before attending the Grand Finale Banquet so, the audio quality is not as high as we would normally produce, but given the size of the group and the microphone system required it's the best we could do. It's not bad, but it's not up to our usual standard. In addition, this podcast contains some strong and explicit language, so if you often listen to podcasts in the vehicle with your kids, this is not one to do so with. We do apologize if anyone takes offense to the language used, but the topics covered are ones we are all, very obviously, passionate about. At least in some circles (like ours), when you get a group of guys together that feel strongly about a given subject, the language is going to get a little colorful at times. That said, the topics covered are very interesting given the very eclectic group of guys huddled around the microphone. The group includes a mix of people from all over Canada and the US, some with lots of hunting experience, others with minimal hunting experience and each with different connections to hunting. We dive into all that and more. What does hunting mean to us on an individual level? How does the act of killing an animal actually feel? How does both the hunting and non-hunting community communicate the reasons we hunt? How do the complexities of conservation fit into the modern media landscape? It's a wide-ranging conversation, but one that is quite interesting given the people involved. On that note specifically, the guys present are: Joshua Skenes, a relatively new hunter and world-renowned chef that owns one of the Top 50 restaurants in the world. Matt Martinez, a long-time hunter and modern renaissance man with experience and success in the business, art and photography world. Mike Pedersen and Kelly Molnar from The Rookie Hunter Podcast. Nolan Osborne, mountain hunting guide, JOMH Assistant Editor and our staff millennial. Peter Gutsche, a BC resident who's been hunting his entire life that's deeply passionate about mountain hunting and conservation. Matt Comment, past guest, East Coaster, experienced mountain hunter and passionate conservationist. Connor Gabbott, past guest, chef, photographer and dedicated mountain hunter.