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7 days ago
7 days ago
In this episode of The Fair Chase podcast, we are talking spring bear hunting with Kolby Morehead from Bear Hunting Magazine. With warmer weather hitting Michigan, we're thinking about turkey and bear season. Kolby joins us to talk about why bear hunting is such a unique and fun hunt, whether you’re spot-and-stalking out West, running hounds, or deep in the backcountry.
Kolby shares his journey from behind-the-scenes guy to taking the reins at Bear Hunting Magazine, the only publication dedicated entirely to bear hunting. We unpack the versatility of bear hunts, from road-based glassing to rugged Alaska boat trips, and why bears are so important.
We also cover:
- The many ways to hunt bears and what makes each method special
- Why bears are thriving (and spreading) across the U.S., from Louisiana to Connecticut
- The adaptability of bears and what their scat tells us about their diet
- Tips for rendering bear fat, cooking up killer bear tacos, and even the science behind bear oil for baldness
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Friday Mar 07, 2025
Friday Mar 07, 2025
In this episode of The Fair Chase Podcast, we sit down with Nick DeCastro, founder of LandTrust, to discuss his attempt to change the land access game. Think Airbnb, but for things like DIY hunting, fishing and camping on exclusive private land. Nick shares how LandTrust is tackling the growing challenge of land access, offering a fresh alternative to crowded public lands and expensive leases.
We also cover:
- searching for properties and connecting with landowners
- the story behind the idea: from Nick’s Airbnb hosting days to solving the private land puzzle in Montana
- why private land access matters in today’s shrinking hunting landscape
- tips for first-timers booking a DIY hunt
This is a deep dive into another approach for getting outdoors and away from the crowds that you'll love.
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Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
This episode comes from an interview we did with Dr. Shawn Riley in preparation for a mountain lion hunt. Dr. Riley is a wildlife ecologist and management expert with over 45 years of boots-on-the-ground experience.
From his early days tracking coyote-deer dynamics in Montana’s Missouri River Breaks to leading the charge in the human dimensions of wildlife management, Dr. Riley brings a ton of knowledge and experience to the table. He breaks down the science and the human side of hunting one of North America’s most elusive predators: mountain lions.
We also cover:
- How human values and perceptions shape mountain lion management
- The practical role of houndsmen and hunters in understanding big cats
- What top predators like cougars mean for ecosystems—and why balance matters
- The myths and realities of lion behavior in the wild
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Friday Feb 21, 2025
Friday Feb 21, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Julie Young, a wildlife biologist and professor at Utah State University, to discuss the complex world of mountain lion research, hunting, and conservation. With recent changes in (and attempts to change) hunting regulations and growing debates about predator management in mind, we talk about what science, and real-world experience, tell us about these elusive big cats.
We also cover:
- How hunting (or banning it) impacts cougar populations
- The role of houndsmen in mountain lion research
- Why balance—not total protection or elimination—is key
- What happens when predators disappear from an ecosystem
- The biggest misconceptions about cougars and hunting
- This is a deep dive into the science, policy, and boots-on-the-ground reality of managing one of North America’s top predators—tune in for an eye-opening conversation.
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Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Vistisen, host of the Deer Hunter Podcast, to dive into DIY hunting, Michigan’s evolving hunting culture and the strategies behind mock scrapes and synthetic deer scents.
We also cover:
- Why Kevin is ditching the public land/private land label for “DIY deer hunting”
- The ethics of sharing hunting spots (or not)
- The strategy behind synthetic scents and why scrapes are key
- Michigan’s hunting regulations, license costs and what needs to change
- Why hunting films deserve a big screen—and where you can watch ours on March 19
This one’s packed with some great stuff.
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Friday Feb 07, 2025
Friday Feb 07, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Father Stephen Gadberry, a Catholic priest, hunter, knife maker and all-around cool guy. We dive into the intersection of faith & hunting, the lessons we can learn about life & mortality while we're in the woods, and why stewardship is so important.
We also cover:
Hunting as a way to live life fully
Why death is an essential part of creation
The role of stewardship in faith and conservation
The dangers of pride and division in the hunting community
His recent South Texas buck and custom taxidermy display
This one’s a deep dive into the spiritual side of hunting. Listen in for a unique perspective on the outdoors and our place in it.
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Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Todd Bumgardner, founder of Human Predator Packmule, to talk about the physical demands of hunting and how to train effectively for the backcountry. Todd shares why most hunters fail in their fitness goals, the difference between training for hunting versus other sports, and how a strong aerobic base is the key to recovery and endurance in the field.
We also cover:
- Why most New Year's fitness resolutions fail
- The biggest training mistakes hunters make
- How to build strength endurance and avoid burnout
- Why low-intensity work is the secret to lasting performance
- If you’re serious about improving your hunting fitness and want to stay injury-free while pushing your limits, this one’s for you.
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Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
This week we talk with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru. Last year, the guys from the Fair Chase and Kenny headed to Wisconsin during the whitetail rut.
Coming from the West, this was Kenny's first time hunting out of a tree stand. The guys spent the week island hopping and looking for cruising bucks. Listen as we recap 2024, talk about the trip to Wisconsin, and talk about our hunting plans for 2025.
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
In this first episode of 2025, we’re joined by Cody Butler to kick off the new year. Cody shares the story of his incredible 207-inch Kansas buck, talks about his experience transitioning to traditional archery, and dives into how he’s been managing and hunting land along the Kansas-Nebraska border. We also discuss Henry’s game-changing Supreme lever-action rifle and how it’s shaking up the world of hunting firearms.
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Watch the full GOATLAND film here: https://youtu.be/o62dWBTrM8I?si=WkyemwcynMkM5bXF
In the final part of our Recapping GOATLAND series, Joe describes the highs, lows, and ultimate success of a trophy mountain goat hunt in British Columbia. With limited water and some of the toughest terrain, every step was a challenge, but the reward was well worth it. After an intense pursuit, we connected with a truly massive mountain goat, potentially record-breaking in size.
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