Podcasts about mule deer foundation

Trevor Hubbs from the Mule Deer Foundation jumps on to chat about mule deer, threats they face, and the great work MDF is doing to ensure a prosperous future for these amazing critters. Habitat, overpasses, funding, and the new Blacktail Deer Foundation, he migrates through interesting information you'll want to know.As always, we want to hear your feedback! Let us know if there are any topics you'd like covered on the Vortex Nation™ podcast by asking us on Instagram @vortexnationpodcast

While speaking at the Nevada Premier Sportsman's Expo Larry had the opportunity to visit with Frank Gaither, Regional Director for California and NW Nevada for the Mule Deer Foundation (www.muledeer.org) about the newly formed Blacktail Deer Foundation (www.blacktaildeer.org). For those who wish more information about either worthwhile organization please visit the websites or get in touch with Frank Gaither fgaither@muledeer.org ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy and Marcus sit down with Jim Baichtail to talk about the new conservation group known as the Blacktail Deer Foundation. Originating within the Mule Deer Foundation, Jim is leading the efforts for Sitka Blacktails in Alaska, while his co-workers lead the efforts for Columbia Blacktails in the Pacific Northwest. Topics covered include a lot of hunting stories, where the new idea started, different needs for different deer, Sitka blacktails as an example of a unique species, and a lot of fund and laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

in addition to our shiny new intro, we talk to Chris Fortune, regional director for the Mule Deer Foundation after we figure out the issue with the phonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show host John Kruse wishes all a Merry Christmas and interviews 1.  Trey Carskadon about the Portland Boat Show taking place in Oregon January 8th thru the 12th 2.   Trevor Hubbs about a new branch of the Mule Deer Foundation called the Blacktail Deer Foundation 3.   Drew Conover about the fascinating history of the Bowie Knife   www.americaoutdoorsradio.com  

Nick interviews David Stockdill, Regional Representative for ND and MN with the Mule Deer Foundation, for updates on North Dakota's muleys and the organization's recent projects. 

Hey Rokcast world! it's a good day when we can defeat one of the biggest threats mounted against the North American Wildlife Conservation model in decades. Colorado Voters recently defeated Colorado Proposition 127 which would have taken management of Colorado's mountain lions, bobcats--and potentially all huntable species--out of the hands of wildlife biologists. It was a big win for hunters. The defeat of Colorado Proposition 127 was led in part by Dan Gates of the CRWM here, among others. Dan was a frequent guest on the Rokcast here Podcast Archives - Rokslide during the last year, helping hunters understand what was at stake if Proposition 127 would've passed. Today we host Dan again to tell us how we won, and what the future holds if we want to ensure sound wildlife management continues in the USA. Besides a big thanks to some of the industry names that came together like HOWL, Steve Rinella/Meateater Randy Newburg, GoHunt, Cam Hanes, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Derek Wolf, Jason Matzinger, the Mule Deer Foundation and many others, we want to thank some of the Rokslide members who helped out too. From money donated, to time spent, to talking to non-hunters, here are just a few (there were many more) of the Rokslide members who helped defeat Colorado Proposition 127: Corbland Bluumoon gburk Ucsdryder wyogoat LFC911 Nicaburns sndmn11 BTLowry Poser sodaksooner h2so4 Turkeygetpwnd38 ElDiablito Thanks to these and all these Rokslide members who helped defeat this major threat to scientifically based wildlife management. You can view just a few of the many threads created by members on the Rokslide forum here Please continue to support C.R.W.M. here as there are already more battles to win. Travis Hobbs wraps up this episode with a preview to an upcoming episode he's working on about managing for better bucks without continuing to just decrease licenses.

Hey everybody, welcome back to another great episode of the Impact Outdoors Podcast coming to you from the 2024 Hunt Fish Podcast Summit at the Warren Ranch. I am excited to have my good friend Mr. Josh Stratton from the Mule Deer Foundation on the show today. Josh is the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications for MDF along with being an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. We had a great conversation about some of the projects and initiatives going on with MDF across the country as well as talking about our love for our home state of Oklahoma and how much it has to offer in the hunting and fishing arena. With it's rise in popularity in the hunting world, there comes the need for more education and information about its resources and the Mule Deer Foundation is doing just that with some exciting new projects and collaborations about mule deer in Oklahoma. There may be a few rabbit holes we go down in this one too with quite a few laughs so be sure to stay tuned for a fun and engaging conversation and be sure to follow Josh and MDF on social media and get involved with them through one of your local chapters! Mule Deer Foundation (@mule_deer_foundation) • Instagram photos and videos Against The Current (@against_current) • Instagram photos and videos Connected: The Echoing Voice Ep.1 - Jessie Shallow (youtube.com) Dustbowl Bucks With Ryan Callaghan (youtube.com) Thanks for listening. If you have any questions, comments or guest suggestions send me an email at Derek@impactoutdoorspodcast.com We would really appreciate if you'd like and subscribe and leave a rating and review about the podcast where you subscribe! Music provided by Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/LuCzlU7crn/ https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/BqSXv2dc8T/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Montana’s mule deer population has struggled in recent years, with the state responding by altering hunting tags and other measures. What are the reasons for the decline, and what measures are needed to turn those numbers around? Click on the […] The post Mule Deer Foundation Working Hard in Big Sky Country first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Robby hosts Taylor Gregory of the Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation.  Find out how removing a single fence in critical mule deer corridors makes a difference in helping mule deer.  They also chat about getting off the "fence" and stepping up to help mule deer. Taylor took a hard look at himself and decided rather than just complain, he'd get his hands dirty helping mule deer where he can. Once he made the decision, the door flew wide open and soon he was co-chair of Idaho's Wood River Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation, along with Ross Baker. These guys are donating their own blood, sweat, and tears to ensure mule deer get back on their feet. Also, Robby does a gear-wrap on what he'll be using for 2024. Some new, some old, some sponsored, some not, but nothing stolen! Bow: Mathews Phase 4, 29” Arrows: Easton Axis Match Grade 5mm customized by Iron Will Outfitters Broadhead: SEVR 1.5 TI expandable Rifle: 6UM with Rokstock (Robby joined the cult), Swarovski Z5 scope Optics: Zeiss 10x42 SF binocular Swarovski 8x42 EL Range TA binocular/rangefinder Swarovski 17-40x56mm STC spotting scope Swarovski 25-50/20-60 x 80 STS spotting scope Tripods/Heads: SLIK 624 exclusive from S&S Archery MTN HNTR SS Tripod from Altitude Outdoors Outdoorsman's Pan Head Altitude Outdoors Nano Pro Fluid Head Boots: Kenetrek Hardscrabble Crispi Summit II GTX Schnee Hunter II Pac Boot Satellite Mapping/Communications: onX Hunt Garmin inReach Mini SPOT Tents: Stone Glacier Skyscraper 2-Man Seek Outside 8-man Sleeping Bags/Pad: Stone Glacier Chilkoot 15 KUIU Super Down 15 EXPED Mega Mat Backpacks: Nimrod Apex Day Pack Stone Glacier KRUX EVO 3300 Clothing Early Season: Sitka Apex system/including their synthetic base layers Clothing Later Seasons: First Lite: Puffy Uncompahgre Pant Obsidian Foundry & Furnace base layers Gators: Traverse & Brambler Kifaru Wind River Wind Jacket Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby's books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Robby reads from Hunting Big Mule Deer: How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life. His chapter on Ambush Hunting is a must if you want to be a complete mule deer hunter. Before he dives in, he recaps some mule deer news and checks in with The Mule Deer Foundation's spring edition of their magazine--always a good source for on-the-ground mule deer updates. As Robby always says, this stuff will make you a better deer hunter, and better at Ambush Hunting, too Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app You can find Robby's books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here     

Today's Guests: Our first guest is Dan Gates, Executive Director of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management to talk about all that Dan and others are doing for Save the Hunt Colorado, and focus on the important topics of CONSERVATION and LEGISLATION! About Save the Hunt Colorado Our Mission: To Enhance, Promote and Defend the North... READ MORE

On today's podcast I welcome Chris Fortune to the show. Chris is the Montana regional director of the Mule Deer Foundation, a non-profit aimed at the conservation of Mule Deer and Blacktail Deer across the West. In this episode Chris and I discuss the current state of mule deer in Montana, including their declining number and challenges for mule deer and mule deer habitat across the state. We discuss the types of projects the Mule Deer Foundation participates in and we discuss how interested parties can get involved. Mule deer numbers are in as bad of shape as they have ever been in Montana. If you hunt mule deer, or you ever plan to hunt mule deer, I encourage you listen to this episode and urge you to get involved to the extent that you can. If you're a first time listener or a return listener who still hasn't subscribed on YouTube, click the subscribe button to let me know you're finding value in these podcasts. Also, if you're listening on an audio only platform like spotify or apple podcasts, I would genuinely appreciate if you could leave a review of the show. Check out my latest blog articles below: E-Scouting with LiDAR Maps: https://going4brokeoutdoors.com/next-level-e-scouting-for-whitetail-deer-with-lidar/ E-Scouting Tips and Tactics: https://going4brokeoutdoors.com/tips-and-tactics-for-e-scouting-whitetail-deer/ 10 Proven Post-Season Scouting Tips: https://going4brokeoutdoors.com/post-season-deer-scouting-10-proven-tips-from-top-diy-veterans/ Merch: https://going4brokeoutdoors.com/shop/ Support: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=W2N6BWGQCQTKA Sponsors: Stealth Outdoors: https://www.stealthoutdoors.com/ Hunting Beast Gear: https://www.huntingbeastgear.com/ Podcast Equipment (affiliate links, I earn a small commission at no extra charge to you): Console - Rodecaster - https://amzn.to/3A0C4So Mics - Rode Procaster - https://amzn.to/3A7Dwm2 Mic Stand - https://amzn.to/3A4MEYH Headphones - https://amzn.to/3lni6gN Intro Music Credit: An original composition by my good friend Rich Clark Artist: Richard Clark Music rights with expressed written consent of the artist. Check out Rich's Music at the links below:  Clark Country Drifters: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/clark-country-drifters/1313078594 Among These Ashes: https://amongtheseashes.bandcamp.com/

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/549 Presented By: Skwala, Dette Flies, Drifthook Fly Fishing Step into the wild with Hal Herring as he shares captivating stories of hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors. Hal delves into his early experiences, the roots of his passion for conservation, and the exciting initiatives he's leading. We also hear about the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Podcast and Blast and get a sneak peek into Hal's upcoming book. Don't miss out on the excitement – tune in and discover the extraordinary tales that await in the great outdoors! Show Notes with Hal Herring on Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.  01:41 - Hal Herring tells us about his early experiences hunting and fishing. 06:00 - Hal acknowledges that his parents' decision to move to the countryside in his youth significantly influenced his life. The experience of farm work during middle and high school later provided him with valuable skills, allowing him to easily secure a job in Montana when he was in his mid-20s. 10:34 - Hal tells us how he got into conservation. Hal emphasizes that his passion for conservation was a natural development rooted in his upbringing, influenced by magazines like Field and Stream, Sports Afield, and Outdoor Life. 14:21 - Hal expresses optimism in the power of conservation efforts. He sees the main obstacle as indifference and highlights the potential for passionate anglers to make meaningful contributions to conservation by fighting for the rivers they fish. 22:43 - Hal tells us the story of how the BHA's Podcast & Blast started. 27:49 - Hal talks about how his writing career started. His writing career gained momentum when his work was acknowledged by publications like Field & Stream. 38:31 - Hal encourages individuals to join conservation groups like Trout Unlimited and Ducks Unlimited, citing their positive impact on small-scale dam removal, creek restoration, and wetlands conservation. 44:00 - Hal talks about Ray Scott, the founder of the Bass Angler Sportsman Society.  Scott's significant legal efforts involved numerous lawsuits against polluters in the Tennessee River system before the enactment of the Clean Water Act in 1972. 50:31 - Hal shares a recent initiative involving the planting of 286,000 sagebrush and bitterbrush in October. BHA Podcast & Blast 53:09 - Hal discusses how he selects topics for the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Podcast and Blast. 56:00 - Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is a hunting and fishing conservation group focused on issues about public lands. 01:01:10 - Hal emphasizes the importance of getting involved locally and mentions several organizations contributing to conservation efforts, including the Mule Deer Foundation, Ruffed Grouse Society, Pheasants Forever, and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. 01:06:00 - We also delve into wolf recovery efforts. 01:19:29 - Hal discusses his upcoming book. The book explores the history and profiles various National Forests and Bureau of Land Management lands. Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/549  

This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast you host Downrigger Dale talks to the Regional Director of the Montana Mule Deer Foundation, Chris Fortune. Rigger and Chris got into a fascinating and at times alarming discussion about the decline of the Mule Deer population in Montana. They cover all kinds of reasons that are contributing to this decline like; the loss of key Mule Deer habitat, the number of CWD cases that have been hitting the population, and the growing population of the Mule Deer's predators. Now many of you may be thinking it's the wolf and yes wolves do prey on Mule Deer no doubt, however they tend to focus more on other prey. Director Fortune explains that it is really a couple of other predators that have been doing more damage than the wolf. Which ones are those? Listen now to find out. In fact, Rigger found it interesting that one predator has been kind of flying under the radar since the wolf has been in the spotlight. Rigger also asked Chris about possible solutions to the issues affecting our Mule Deer and what the Mule Deer Foundation is trying to do about all this. This podcast will likely surprise you a great deal as it clears up a lot of misconceptions about the problems facing the Mule Deer. Spoiler Alert: CWD is not the biggest problem! Also, there are ways you can help solve the problems facing the Mule Deer population in Montana. Listen now to find out more!If you would like to find out more about the Montana Mule Deer Foundation, click here. If you would like to find a Mule Deer Foundation chapter near you click here. To learn about recent CWD cases in Montana click here. To ask Chris Fortune, Regional Director of the Mule Foundation a question click here. Do you have comments about this podcast or ideas for topics for future podcasts? Click here to email your host Downrigger Dale. Remember to tune in to our live radio show, The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, every Saturday morning from 6:00AM to 8:00AM. The show airs on 30 radio stations all across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Chris Tymeson earns his gold jacket by joining the guys for the fifth time--this time representing Safari Club International (SCI). They discuss the history of SCI, and the type of legal and governmental affairs work SCI does on behalf of hunters around the country and world. In a Your Mountain first, Chris also arbitrates a series of disputes between Dave and Nephi. They also share a tribute to a giant of conservation, the late Miles Moretti. Tune in!

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Seth Reed, an Idaho native and ISA Certified Arborist and currently a Corporate Partnership Manager for the Mule Deer Foundation. Tune in to learn about his dedication to preserve natural habitats and inspire the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/topsdailygrind/support

Jason Matzinger is an award winning film & television producer and Host of the popular tv show, Into High Country on the Sportsman Channel featuring hunts from all over the western United States and Canada. Jason was born & raised in Montana and is a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wild Sheep Foundation & the Mule Deer Foundation. Jason works closely alongside the RMEF, WSF, & MDF to bring you Elk Country Chronicles, This IS Hunting, Hunting IS Conservation, #PROJECTELK, #PROJECTMULEDEER, The Circle Of Life and coming soon, #PROJECTLANDLOCKED. Jason's latest film, ‘This IS Hunting‘ is breaking new ground by utilizing all natural audio to tell the story rather than hunter dialogue and has had an overwhelming response. Use Code "dave" at www.mtntough.com/dave for 10% off your membership Use code “altitude” at http://www.outdoorclass.com for 20% off Use code “altitude” at http://www.gohunt.com for a discount on becoming a member Use code “ALTITUDE” at http://www.peaxequipment.com for 10% off Use code “ALTITUDE” at https://sthealthyhunter.com/ for free Shipping & 10% off all CBD & Gear, and 5% off Non-CBD Products

Blayne St. James owns and operates St. James Sporting Properties, a group of elite real estate professionals and outdoorsmen specializing in selling trophy hunting and fishing properties throughout the West. His company has exclusive marketing partnerships with some of the premier names in the outdoor industry and some of the most well-respected names in the non-profit space. In addition to working in the outdoor world, he is also an avid big game hunter who enjoys both archery and rifle hunting. He was awarded the Super Slam® of North American Big Games, holds Grand Slam® #1831, and has multiple archery awards. Conservation is a major priority to Blayne and his family. He holds lifetime memberships in the following conservation organizations: Wild Sheep Foundation, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep Society, Mule Deer Foundation, Grand Slam Club Ovis, Safari Club International, Dallas Safari Club, as well as the Pope and Young Club. Sheep Fever co-host Gray Thornton sits down with Blayne to talk hunting sheep, the NA 29, polar bear, and much more, including the essence of hunting and passing it on to future generations of hunters and conservationists. This conservation flows through a multitude of topics, from bow hunting to buying your dream recreational property.

Auction Tags, Governor's Tags, Minister's Permits – celebrated conservation funding, special privilege, love them or hate them, amazing record amounts of money are being spent each year for the chance to skip to the head of the line and hunt one special animal. The question is, what do these funds mean to big game species, the agencies that receive these funds, the organizations that sell them, and is this system of conservation funding durable? On the heels of the 2023 AZ Mule Deer Tag selling for $725,000, Gray and Keith sit down with Hunting and Conservation Editor for Outdoor Life and Mule Deer Foundation board member Andrew McKean to do a deep dive into the crazy amounts of money being generated from these tags, why, who and what benefits and while some people cheer, others complain. To learn more about the Wild Sheep Foundation, and to become a member, visit our website wildsheepfoundation.org. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. 

Host Will Rasmussen talks with Seth Reed from the Mule Deer Foundation.  Seth is talking about their upcoming fundraiser.

Grizzly bears and wolves remain hot topics. Dave and Nephi provide an update on Colorado's efforts to reintroduce wolves, and how the public can get involved in the process. Then, they break down a recent 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision that challenged grizzly bear recovery plans, and discuss what the decision means for bear recovery/delisting. Next, the guys highlight a few bills circulating in state legislatures that are worth following, including bills about corner crossing, hunting predators with infrared technology, lead alternative programs, range day requirements for hunters education, and more. Other topics include: Safari Club International's wildlife law CLE, a Mule Deer Foundation banquet, SHOT Show, and more.  

Jason Matzinger is an award winning film & television producer and Host of the popular tv show, Into High Country on the Sportsman Channel featuring hunts from all over the western United States and Canada.  Jason was born & raised in Montana and is a lifetime member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wild Sheep Foundation & the Mule Deer Foundation. Jason works closely alongside the RMEF, WSF, & MDF to bring you Elk Country Chronicles, This IS Hunting, Hunting IS Conservation, #PROJECTELK, #PROJECTMULEDEER, The Circle Of Life and coming soon, #PROJECTLANDLOCKED. Jason's latest film, ‘This IS Hunting‘ is breaking new ground by utilizing all natural audio to tell the story rather than hunter dialogue and has had an overwhelming response.

It's a DIY land booking platform, an advanced mobile mapping app that gives you access to private land hunting and fishing. They're Colorado based with properties in Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Oregon.

We talk to Ray Crow of the Mule Deer Foundation. Ray is also director of operations for the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo and part owner of Arrowhead Wilderness Outfitters where I go to hunt black bear. We talk bear hunting in Minnesota and the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City and he tells the story of his hunt in southern Utah with a 257 Weatherby Magnum. 

Small game hunting is a great learning experience for the kids, the birds are flying still and Mule Deer Foundation is ready to rock in 2023.

Small game hunting is a great learning experience for the kids, the birds are flying still and Mule Deer Foundation is ready to rock in 2023.

Ray Crow is the Director of the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo for the Mule Deer Foundation and quite an ... Read more The post Ep. 193 | Black Bears, Mule Deer, Hunting & More with Ray Crow appeared first on Soul Seekers.

Check out this months bonus episode from Howl for wildlife. This is the monthly action center review. This months is all about feral horses. Enjoy https://www.howlforwildlife.org/memberships FERAL HORSES in AZ an ongoing dilemma with Johnathon Fusaro WHY ARE THE ARIZONA SPORTSMEN FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION, THE CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY AND 32 SPORTSMEN ORGANIZATIONS REQUESTING THE HUMANE REMOVAL OF FERAL HORSES? In 2011, The Wallow fire consumed vast portions of the Apache National Forest. It also destroyed parts of the White Mountain Apache Tribal lands (WMAT). With the fire, the boundary fences between the WMAT and the Apache National Forest were destroyed. During the next 11 years, horses from the WMAT came over to the Apache National Forest and migrated to the portions of the riparian areas that are home to the New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse and a recovery area for the Apache trout. The photos that have been provided were taken by Dr. Robin Silver from the Center For Biological Diversity during 2019 and 2021. He documented that over 80% of the tracks and droppings were from horses. While horse advocates may try to claim that the horses were there for centuries, the truth is that they have migrated from tribal lands since the Wallow fire to the forest and need to be removed. During extensive studies for the Wild Horse and Burro act in 1971 and 1973, there was no evidence of wild / feral horses on the Apache National Forest. The feral horses are growing in numbers each year and the head count exceeds over 400 animals. The habitat degradation that they have caused is severe and removal is the only means of rebuilding these areas for all wildlife.   READ THE FOREST SERVICE STATEMENTS HERE READ FAQ's HERE   GROUPS IN SUPPORT OF THE HUMANE REMOVAL OF FERAL HORSES: The Arizona Sportsmen For Wildlife Conservation, The Center For Biological Diversity, Arizona Wildlife Federation, Anglers United, AZ Antelope Foundation, AZ Bass Nation, AZ Big Game Super Raffle, AZ Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, AZ Chapter of Safari Club International, AZ Council of Trout Unlimited, AZ Deer Association, AZ Desert Bighorn Sheep Society, AZ Elk Society, AZ Flycasters Club, AZ Houndsmen's Association, AZ Outdoor Adventures, AZ Outdoor Sports, AZ Predator Callers, AZ State Chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation, Ben Avery Clay Busters, Christian Hunters of America, Diablo Trust, Maricopa Audubon Society, Mogollon Sporting Association, Mule Deer Foundation, No Excuse Hunting and Outdoors, Outdoor Experience 4 All, Southern AZ Quail Forever, Southwest Wildlife Foundation, SRT Outdoors, The Bass Federation of AZ. Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Valley of the Sun Quail Forever, Yuma Valley Rod and Gun Club. TAKE ACTION Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FERAL HORSES in AZ an ongoing dilemma with Johnaton Fusaro WHY ARE THE ARIZONA SPORTSMEN FOR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION, THE CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY AND 32 SPORTSMEN ORGANIZATIONS REQUESTING THE HUMANE REMOVAL OF FERAL HORSES? In 2011, The Wallow fire consumed vast portions of the Apache National Forest. It also destroyed parts of the White Mountain Apache Tribal lands (WMAT). With the fire, the boundary fences between the WMAT and the Apache National Forest were destroyed.  During the next 11 years, horses from the WMAT came over to the Apache National Forest and migrated to the portions of the riparian areas that are home to the New Mexico Meadow Jumping Mouse and a recovery area for the Apache trout. The photos that have been provided were taken by Dr. Robin Silver from the Center For Biological Diversity during 2019 and 2021. He documented that over 80% of the tracks and droppings were from horses.  While horse advocates may try to claim that the horses were there for centuries, the truth is that they have migrated from tribal lands since the Wallow fire to the forest and need to be removed. During extensive studies for the Wild Horse and Burro act in 1971 and 1973, there was no evidence of wild / feral horses on the Apache National Forest. The feral horses are growing in numbers each year and the head count exceeds over 400 animals.  The habitat degradation that they have caused is severe and removal is the only means of rebuilding these areas for all wildlife.   READ THE FOREST SERVICE STATEMENTS HERE READ FAQ's HERE   GROUPS IN SUPPORT OF THE HUMANE REMOVAL OF FERAL HORSES: The Arizona Sportsmen For Wildlife Conservation, The Center For Biological Diversity, Arizona Wildlife Federation, Anglers United, AZ Antelope Foundation, AZ Bass Nation, AZ Big Game Super Raffle, AZ Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, AZ Chapter of Safari Club International, AZ Council of Trout Unlimited, AZ Deer Association, AZ Desert Bighorn Sheep Society, AZ Elk Society, AZ Flycasters Club, AZ Houndsmen's Association, AZ Outdoor Adventures, AZ Outdoor Sports, AZ Predator Callers, AZ State Chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation, Ben Avery Clay Busters, Christian Hunters of America, Diablo Trust, Maricopa Audubon Society, Mogollon Sporting Association, Mule Deer Foundation, No Excuse Hunting and Outdoors, Outdoor Experience 4 All, Southern AZ Quail Forever, Southwest Wildlife Foundation, SRT Outdoors, The Bass Federation of AZ. Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Valley of the Sun Quail Forever, Yuma Valley Rod and Gun Club.

Professional wildlife biologist, outdoor writer, book author, speaker, television show host, radio host, podcaster and always hunter/conservationist, Larry Weishuhn is one of our country's most recognized and respected outdoor personalities. Even though known internationally as “Mr. Whitetail” because of his many years of researching, managing, hunting and promoting whitetail deer and their habitat, Larry has hunted and worked with big game throughout North America, Africa, South America, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Europe.Larry grew up in Colorado County, Texas. He attended Texas A&M University and earned a B.S. Degree in Wildlife Science. After serving as a research wildlife biologist with Texas A&M University's Department of Veterinary Pathology and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, he was appointed the Technical Assistance Biologist for South Texas where he worked with landowners and hunters in establishing and maintaining quality wildlife management programs. He later left State employment and established his own wildlife management company, Quality Management, Ltd., with emphasis on habitat restoration and species management concentrating on such big game species as whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, elk, and desert bighorn sheep.As a professional wildlife biologist Larry has established quality wildlife management programs on over 12,000,000 acres. His research has been published in numerous professional journals and he has frequently served as a featured speaker at international wildlife symposiums devoted to wildlife conservation.As an outdoor writer Weishuhn served on staff with Shooting Times, Deer & Deer Hunting, North American Hunter, Petersen's Hunting, Sporting Classics, Game Trails and many others. He has authored over 4,000 feature articles, columns and more recently blogs. He has written seven award-winning books which are these days considered classics. Larry currently serves as the whitetail columnist for Texas Fish & Game, executive field editor for DSC's Game Trails, field editor for Mule Deer (Mule Deer Foundation) and freelances to numerous publications. He writes regular blogs for Hornady's Bullet Points, Trijicon Hunt, Dallas Safari Club, Kryptek, CarbonTV.com, Mallette Communications, H3WhitetailSolutions and others.Larry has long served as host or co-host for many award-winning outdoor television shows, numbering well over 500 episodes. His shows have been awarded numerous Tellys and have been nominated for Emmys. These days Larry co-hosts the extremely popular, weekly “A Sportsman's Life” on CarbonTV.com and does several episodes each year for “Trijicon's World of Sports Afield”.Larry has been doing a weekly radio segment, “Campfire Talk with Larry Weishuhn” on Luke Clayton Outdoors since 2008 which is heard on stations through Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Arkansas and Louisiana as well as internet radio. With Luke Clayton he also co-hosts “Hunting Wire Radio”. He and Luke Clayton also do a weekly podcast, “Campfires with Luke and Larry” for Sporting Classics Daily. Larry also frequently guests on various outdoor radio shows and podcasts throughout North America.In June 2019 Larry launched his popular weekly “DSC's Campfires with Larry Weishuhn” podcast which is available through WaypointTV.com and many other platforms. Weishuhn hunts with rifles and Taurus handguns, topped with Trijicon scopes and sights, shooting Hornady ammunition. Asked his favorite hunt, his answer is always, “The next one I'm going on”.Weishuhn has long served and continues to serve as an ambassador for Dallas Safari Club. He is a Professional Member of the Boone & Crockett Club and is one of three co-founders of the Texas Wildlife Association. He is a life member of Houston Safari Club, Dallas Safari Club, National Rifle Association, Wild Sheep Foundation, Mule Deer Foundation and other conservation-based organizations. In 2007 Larry was inducted into the National Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame. In January 2016 he was presented the prestigious Zeiss Lifetime Achievement Award, which in Zeiss' history has only been awarded two other times. That year he was also inducted into the Muy Grande Hall of Fame. Weishuhn serves on several DSC Committees and is a member of the DSC Foundation Board of Directors, where he currently serves as secretary.

The Outdoor Expo coming soon and you still have a chance to pre-register. Brian Woodward from Rocky Mountain Discount Sports gives us ideas to plan for fishing tournaments and Mule Deer Foundation has a big event coming up.

The Outdoor Expo coming soon and you still have a chance to pre-register. Brian Woodward from Rocky Mountain Discount Sports gives us ideas to plan for fishing tournaments and Mule Deer Foundation has a big event coming up.

In the month of February every year, the Mule Deer Foundation hosts the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Salt ... Read more The post Ep. 152 | Recap of Hunt Expo & Why You Might Want To Go with Will Webber & Johnny Mack appeared first on Soul Seekers.

In the month of February every year, the Mule Deer Foundation hosts the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City. The event is the mecca of western hunting and provides so many different opportunities for everyone including free seminars, opportunities to draw special tags, get hands on with new products and so much … Continue reading Ep. 152 | Recap of Hunt Expo & Why You Might Want To Go with Will Webber & Johnny Mack → The post Ep. 152 | Recap of Hunt Expo & Why You Might Want To Go with Will Webber & Johnny Mack appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

The Wyoming SuperTag raised $1.6 million for conservation, we think warm thoughts and get ideas from Rocky Mountain Discount Sports and Nicole Reed discusses great things happening with the Mule Deer Foundation

The Wyoming SuperTag raised $1.6 million for conservation, we think warm thoughts and get ideas from Rocky Mountain Discount Sports and Nicole Reed discusses great things happening with the Mule Deer Foundation

Janet Milek and Brian Olsen explain the waterfowl seasons, Brian Woodward from Rocky Mountain Discount Sports gives us an update on ammo and the mule deer foundation banquet is coming.

As the year draws to a close we are headed to Arizona, to get updates on how GPS collar data is being utilized to determine how the Mule Deer Foundation accomplishes its project work. Lucas Olson, MDF/Arizona Cooperative Wildlife Biologist is a GIS and mapping specialist, giving us a rundown on how GPS collars are driving the next level of research on mule deer migration and habitat use, while Jackson Miller MDF/Arizona Cooperative Mule Deer Biologist shares how the data being collected, turns into projects on the ground.

Jessie Shallow, of Salmon, Idaho, is the partner biologist for the Mule Deer Foundation, working with state and federal agencies to restore mule deer winter range and other habitat in the wake of the last- decades' massive range fires. Her family and personal roots are deep in the southern Idaho farmlands and wild country from the Owyhee to the Bitterroots. Jessie and Hal discuss the work they've done together over the past two years: This season MDF crews planted a record 196,000 sagebrush and bitterbrush seedlings on burned-over mule deer winter range and core sage grouse habitat. Join us to learn what is at stake here, what is being done, and what the future holds for this crucial conservation work.   Connect with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers BHA's Action Map Website Instagram   Connect with Mule Deer Foundation Website Instagram

HISTORY WORTH SAVING - Wildlife artist Dallen Lambson is a master of the trade. His paintings are sold throughout the United States with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's, not to mention art shows and custom commissioning.Honored as Artist of the Year by both the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Mule Deer Foundation, many have come to appreciate Dallen's keen eye and steady hand.  Drawing inspiration from God's canvas in the picturesque setting of Southeast Idaho, Dallen attributes his love of the outdoors to a rich family history spent outdoors hiking, fishing, and hunting. QUICK LINK: Dallen LambsonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/history-worth-saving/exclusive-content

We continue our conversation with Game & Fish about the differences between public access lands, Brian Woodward of Rocky Mountain Discount Sports breaks down the options of processing your own meat and the Mule Deer Foundation is doing good in the conservation world.

With the dry drought conditions, EHD is affecting Whitetail's and Pronghorns. Joel Pedersen is the new President and CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation we chat how it's going and talk Elk Hunting with Brian Woodward of RMDS.

Today's Guests: Kevin Lewis, Owner of Quick Draw Archery in Littleton talks about their great archery destination and shop for Bow Hunters, Target Archers, and Recreational Shooters. Visit their website at www.quickdrawarchery.net. Then, Missy Willis with the Mule Deer Foundation – NoCo Chapter Bullets and Broadheads talks about their upcoming banquet. Get your tickets now... READ MORE

The Crude Life Morning Show: Play Hard Work Hard Episode 98 Hour One Play Hard: Jason Spiess and Sterling talk about the Exxon's latest climate activists shareholder issues, Earth Fist It, Shawn Forbes, Marshall Anderson, Mule Deer Foundation, Stepford Politician and is Rex Tillerson the greatest Secretary of State of modern [...]

Brothers Sam & Josh Soholt, owners of Public Land Tees, take a break from turkey camp to join host Bob St.Pierre for a chat about their love of hunting and their commitment to conservation. Highlighted during the discussion is the brother’s “Conservation Crossing” effort, which is helping Pheasants Forever, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, Mule Deer Foundation, Delta Waterfowl, and National Wild Turkey Federation generate members through a creative t-shirt promotion. Episode Highlights: • The brothers talk about their motivations for donating $5 from every Public Land Tees product they sell toward conservation efforts. They also tell the story of developing the “Stamp it Forward” promotion that has helped generate thousands of Duck Stamp sales, and in turn, funding for upland and wetland habitat. • The Soholt’s also participated in the Public Lands Pavilion at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2020 in Minneapolis that helped create the new Cupido Wildlife Management Area which will be formally dedicated on August 6th in western Minnesota as a new public property open to all. • The guys have a funny discussion about the Conservation Crossing t-shirt design and how it riffs off the Beatle’s Abbey Road album cover design. Learn more about the Conservation Crossing effort at https://publiclandtees.com/conservationcrossing

New MDF President/CEO Joel Pedersen – Season 4 Episode 5 – April 14   Today we have our first Talking Mule Deer conversation with the Mule Deer Foundation’s new President/CEO, Joel Pedersen. Joel tells us about how he grew up hunting and fishing with his family and how a chance encounter on a boy scout camping trip in New Mexico led him to become a wildlife biologist. He describes his educational path and his early years in the wildlife profession before heading to the National Wild Turkey Federation where he worked for 22 years. We hear about various programs Joel was involved with including NWTF’s forest stewardship, conservation policy, and outreach campaigns, as well as strategic planning and organizational development efforts. We then transition to hear about what excited Joel about the opportunity to work for MDF and how Talking Mule Deer helped him prepare for the interview and the job. Joel describes his first weeks at MDF and how he’s spent the past month getting to know the staff and fully understand the work that is going on. He talks about his priorities in continuing to build fundraising opportunities as well as growing membership and helping to develop volunteer leadership. We wrap up by talking about MDF’s conservation projects on the near horizon with new grant funding and project work that is lining up for on-the-ground habitat restoration efforts this summer. We hope you agree that the future of MDF is in good hands!

Thank you for finding the 1080 Outdoors Podcast! We are excited to bring you consistent content that reveals the truth behind Land Management & Hunting. Episode 87 Topics: We are joined by Sam Soholt from Public Land Tees! Sam has made an effort with his business to give back to conservation. He has released an exciting new product. This initiative is a collaboration with Backcountry Hunters, Delta Waterfowl, Mule Deer Foundation, NWTF & Pheasants forever. When you buy the new shirt that is $125 it will give all of you the opportunity to become a member of all five organizations by simply purchasing one of the all new Conservation Crossing Tees! Here’s how it works: • The shirt is available now for $125 at publiclandtees.com • When you buy the shirt, they will ship you the tee, and a matching decal • Each Organization will receive your information after the purchase, and your membership packet from all 5 groups will follow. • If you are already a member of one or more organizations, this will renew or extend your current membership! This is a limited run of 1000 shirts! After a tough year for these group, Sam and his team wanted to find a way to help get all of you conservation minded people involved in a huge way and help raise crucial funds for these organizations through membership to keep their missions alive. Conservation Crossing is a way to make a major difference and enjoy all of the benefits that come along with being a member of each of these groups! So go! Head to the link in our bio and pick up a brand new tee to support the future of conservation!!

Jason Matzinger Talks Shed Hunting, Off-Season Prep, and Hunting with Your Kids – Season 4 Episode 3 – March 12 On this episode, we are talking with Jason Matzinger, host of Into High Country and an ambassador for the Mule Deer Foundation. Spring brings the chance to get back into the field looking for shed antlers and Jason describes how he uses shed hunting as a way to scout and learn about behavior. But we also talk about how spending time out on winter range when the deer and elk are already stressed from a tough winter can be a significant challenge for their survival. Some states have created shed hunting seasons or set restrictions on when people can get into the winter range, but personal ethics and awareness of the stress it can cause are critical. Jason gives us some tips about what he does in the off season to get ready for the next hunting season, and he tells the story about how a nice buck gave him and his son the slip this past season. We then talk a bit about how hunting with our kids and beginning hunters becomes a new motivation after years of hunting. We wrap up hearing about what projects Jason has on the horizon, his role in helping Conservation Continue at MDF, and what some of those conservation efforts are looking like in the coming year.

In Episode 113 of District of Conservation, Gabriella talks to Jana Waller—Skull Bound Chronicles host and outdoor communicator. Jana joined the podcast to discuss: how she got involved in the outdoor industry; her new CarbonTV series Skull Bound Chronicles; why she loves hunting with veterans; her work with Mule Deer Foundation, The National Wild Turkey Federation and why groups like Sportsmen's Alliance, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Safari Club International - SCI matter; why she's on board Sportsmen for Donald J. Trump, the importance of hunting storytelling with projects like Blood Origins and MUCH MORE. Here's her biography: Jana Waller resides in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana where she revels in her passion for hunting and fishing. A bowhunter for nearly three decades, Jana has traveled the globe hunting Africa, Alaska, Canada and all over North America. She is a freelance outdoor writer for numerous websites and magazines and has been featured in Bowhunter Magazine, Sports Afield, Bowhunting World, Turkey Country, Predator Xtreme, Mule Deer Foundation Magazine, Petersenʼs Bowhunting, Montana Magazine, Hunting Illustrated, Earned, Lady Hunter, Buckmasters, Bowfisher Magazine, Texas Bowhunterʼs Journal, as well as on CNN.com. Jana is a lifetime member of Safari Club International, The Mule Deer Foundation and the National Wild Turkey Federation and an annual member of The NRA, The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and The Sportsman Alliance. She was awarded the prestigious 2015 “Communicator Of The Year” award by the National Wild Turkey Federation. Jana was also awarded the ‘Distinguished Alumni Award’ in 2016 from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater for her work in promoting the outdoors and conservation. In 2019 she was appointed as a member to the Federal Hunting And Shooting Sports Conservation Council. Along with being an ardent conservationist, Jana is dedicated to supporting veteran organizations. She is committed to getting veterans back into the woods and the mountains, featuring many veteranʼs stories of courage and strength on her shows Skull Bound TV and Skull Bound Chronicles. Many of Janaʼs painted or beaded skulls are donated every year to raise money for conservation and veteran related organizations. To date, she has personally raised over $71,000 for conservation and veteran causes. ### WATCH the interview on YouTube. Bookmark Skull Bound Chronicles. Check out Sportsmen for Trump. Follow Jana on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/district-of-conservation/support

Have you ever wondered what exactly animal conservation groups do or why it is important to get involved? Your questions ... Read more The post Ep. 37 | Mule Deer Foundation with JJ Hinton & Steve Belinda appeared first on Soul Seekers.

Have you ever wondered what exactly animal conservation groups do or why it is important to get involved? Your questions along with a lot more will be answered in this episode focused on everything Mule Deer Foundation. Tune in to find out more. Knowledge is power and through this episode you too can become your … Continue reading Ep. 37 | Mule Deer Foundation with JJ Hinton & Steve Belinda → The post Ep. 37 | Mule Deer Foundation with JJ Hinton & Steve Belinda appeared first on Washington Backcountry.

George Bettas holds a PhD from Washington State University, has elk hunted over 50 years, and has held several influential positions with conservation agencies such as Boone & Crockett, The Mule Deer Foundation, Chair of the Board for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and contributing editor of Western Hunter magazine.  Today we talk about the history of elk hunting from Montana to the state of Washington, we talk bears and wolves as well.  George is a living legend when it comes to conservation.  Follow George on Instagram here Wilderness Athlete has a SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners: 30% off your next purchase, use the discount code elkshape30   Vortex Optics 20% off Apparel, use the discount code elkshape LINK to ElkShape Camp Online  LIVE ElkShape Camp DATES & LINKS: Vancouver, WA - May 9-10th Registration is open, LINK Denver, CO - June 12-14th 3 Spots Remain LINK La Crosse, WI - July 10-12th 5 Spots Remain, LINK Listener Discount Codes: Black Ovis - ELKSHAPE - 20% off website store    Lakewood Products - elkshape2020 - 10% off any online order   Klymit - elkshape20 - 20% off any online order   Bakcou eBikes - elkshape400 - $400 off any bike order   CrossOver Symmetry - elkshape20 - $20 off any order

State of MDF with President/CEO Miles Moretti – Season 3 Episode 7 – April 16 Today Steve and Jodi are talking with Miles Moretti, President/CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation (from the safety of our homes in three states). While we always try and do a “State of the Organization” interview with Miles, this one is particularly important as MDF grapples along with the rest of the world with how to function in the “new normal” created by the COVID-19 pandemic. The stay-at-home orders around the country fell in the heart of our normal banquet fundraising time and, like so many others, the potential loss of income is daunting. Miles tells us about how most chapters are working to reschedule these banquets and we hear about how Conservation Continues at MDF  with the support of partners Henry Repeating Arms, Reeds Family Outfitters, PhoneSkope and Pyro Putty who are matching donations to the organization through the end of April. We also talk about other ways to support the organization, including the Ultimate Giveaway Raffle, hunting tags being auctioned online at OnlineHuntingAuctions.com, firearm online auctions at GunBroker.com, membership renewals, and Amazon Smile. We also remind members that, while getting in the outdoors is a great way to stay active during the shutdown, it’s important to stay local and practice #ResponsibleRecreation and follow CDC recommendations in order to avoid spreading the virus into small communities. After recognizing our current realities, we talk about what MDF accomplished in 2019 for mule deer conservation and what is on the horizon, even amidst the current situation. We wrap up talking about Miles’ legacy with the organization with his pending retirement on September 30.

This week we sit down with Gene Hennigan, owner of the Double Draw Ranch (www.doubledrawranch.com) in Junction, TX.  Gene has been donating hunts to several conservation groups over many years including NWTF, The Mule Deer Foundation, Texas Brigades and more to help raise money and to help introduce the sport of hunting to the next generation.  During this trip, we got to have Sarah Heimeyer, Reed Williams and Daniel Nguyen out to the ranch for a whitetail and exotic doe hunt.  We had a great time, as I was able to help guide Daniel on his first deer hunt ever.  Deer camp is always a fun time with all the great food, fellowship and even a surprise magic show from Daniel.  Our conversation kicks off with learning about the ranch and then we discussed the many things keeping our youth from getting involved in hunting and many ways that make it easier to get started.  Hope you enjoy this episode!

Trevon sits down at the Western Hunting Expo in the Hoyt Booth with Colleen Payne the Director of the NM chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation and talk about the hay day of Mule Deer in New Mexico and the growth of the MDF in NM along with the projects they are working on to help in the conservation of mule deer in the “Land of Enchantment”

What does conservation and hunting have in common? According to this week’s guest, JJ Hinton, everything. JJ leads the Mule Deer Foundation, a Utah-based organization that advocates for the preservation of Mule Deer. An avid hunter, JJ loves the outdoors for the solitude and food it offers.    Listen to this week’s episode for an honest exchange of ideas and understanding as Amy, a non-hunter, learns from JJ’s perspective on what makes the outdoors special to him, and how we can all meet in the middle.  Mentioned in the show:    Upland hunting  Grouse  Pheasants  Chukar German Wirehaired Pointer  Vista Outdoor Camelbak Millett Mule Deer Foundation  Black-tailedl deer  Mule deer habitat constraints  Wildfire suppression  Chronic wasting disease  Wildlife management and habitat  The Pittman-Robertson Act 1937 Teddy Rosevelt hunter and conservationist  U.S. National Parks  Trophy hunting  Hunting approval rating  Dirtbags  Secret berry picking  Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center  Duck decoys  Prairie pothole in North Dakota  Ducks Unlimited  Waterfowl hunting    Favorite gear:Game vest. JJ’s favorite is no longer made, but he says this one is comparable: https://www.alpsbrands.com/alpsoutdoorz/products/extreme/upland-game-vest-x   Most essential gear:Merino wool base layers (like Smartwool): https://amzn.to/3anwD3h    Affiliate links included above -----   Register for our newsletter for a chance to win a free Humans Outside decal: https://humansoutside.com/contact-us/  Don’t forget to follow @HumansOutside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humansoutside/ Share your own outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.   Connect with us on Facebook: https://humansoutside.com/   How are you spending your outdoor time? Leave us a message and we might feature you on our weekly Outdoor Diary episode. Call ‪(360) 362-5317‬.

Head to the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo in Salt Lake City with two passionate and accomplished conservation leaders; Troy Justensen, the President of Sportsmen for Fish and Wildlife, and Miles Moretti, CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation, talking about putting on one of the outdoor community's biggest events, how the event works to save wildlife across the nation, tackling big North American predators, and much more.

Recorded from the floor of the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, this episode covers one of the busiest weeks for hunting and outdoor conventions. Hear from Keith Balfourd, Marketing Director for the Wild Sheep Foundation, Miles Moretti, President and CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation, Howard Vincent, President and CEO of Pheasants and Quail Forever, and Peter Muller, Public Relations Manager for the National Wild Turkey Federation.  Learn about the bounty of opportunities at all 4 of their upcoming events, and finally, Bass Pro Shops Communications Manager Katie Mitchell has the latest updates on happenings at Bass Pro and Cabela's stores nationwide.

For generations before ours, sportsman have given their time and money in the interest of wildlife conservation. All wildlife has benefited from the efforts of grassroots groups such as The Mule Deer Foundation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wild Sheep Foundation, etc. These groups were formed and have worked for years with a common thread among them, to advocate for specific species driven by the desire ensure its future. Enter the newest Foundation on the landscape with the largest hill to climb, The Foundation for Wildlife Management Dedicated to promoting ungulate populations in areas negatively impacted by wolves. If your a western hunter give this organization a hard look.  

Host Rob Keck is in our nation’s capital at a meeting of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation Council, alongside the 53rd United States Secretary of the Interior, David Bernhardt, discussing his work as a member of the US Cabinet, his fall hunting, and more. Then, hear from other members of the council, including Wayne Hubbard, Host and Producer of the award-winning "Urban American Outdoors", Rob Wallace and Casey Stemler with the US Fish & Wildlife Service, John Devney with Delta Waterfowl, Blake Henning of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Keith Tidball with the Department of Natural Resources at Cornell University, and Miles Moretti of the Mule Deer Foundation! 

MDF Podcast - Talking Mule Deer with Steve Belinda and Jodi Stemler S2 E28 -Talking Arizona with Jim Heffelfinger and Jake Jaeger This week we’re talking with Arizona Game & Fish Department’s Jim Heffelfinger and the MDF cooperative wildlife biologist, Jake Jaeger. First, we get an introduction to Jake who is working with Arizona Game & Fish helping with mule deer conservation through a partnership with the Mule Deer Foundation. Jake and Jim then talk about how Arizona is a different place due to the boom and bust water cycles in the state. Jim tells us a little bit about how most of the state’s mule deer populations are not traditional migrants (except for those on the Kaibab Plateau in the Arizona Strip) but still move across the landscapes seasonally to access food and water. We also hear about the Arizona governor’s tags that are used to generate funding for conservation – 100% of which goes back to the state for habitat restoration projects through the Habitat Partnership Committee. Jim tells us about the three research priority projects collaring deer to learn more about migration patterns associated with highway development and learning the movements of a herd in a known high elevation summer range. We wrap up with talking about how habitat improvements are making a huge impact on herd health which has been shown by GPS movement data showing use of restored habitats and avoidance of areas that weren’t treated.

Voice of the Valley host, Todd Skeen, talks with Philip Goodell about upcoming Elks Lodge events including the upcoming Harvest Dinner & Fundraiser. Next Travis and Maggie Seaberg give information about the Mule Deer Foundation and talk about the upcoming Annual Banquet. 

In this episode we had a great time and learned a lot about mule deer with Charlie Stockstill, Regional Director of the Mule Deer Foundation. You can find the foundation at https://muledeer.org/. The purpose of the Mule Deer Foundation is to ensure the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer and their habitat. If this sounds […]

MDF Podcast - Talking Mule Deer with Steve Belinda and Jodi Stemler S2 E24 - MDF’s Women Board Members, Kirstie Pike and Kelli Poole This episode of Talking Mule Deer features two of MDF’s board members, and the two ladies of the board – Kirstie Pike, founder of Prois Hunting Apparel, and Kelli Poole. We learn a little bit about how Kirstie, a nurse by training, decided to launch one of the first performance hunting apparel companies designed for the female hunter. Kelli, a wildlife biologist who has done research on ungulates, is also a consultant working on community-based conservancies and training local women in Tajikistan to serve as hunting guides. We learn more about how this program works and how Kirstie and Kelli met during Kirstie’s hunt in Tajikistan in 2018. Kelli talks about how hunting conservancies ensure the conservation of wildlife in these countries and how sustainable use of wildlife is benefiting local communities. Both women describe how they are bringing their perspective about how to reach out to and engage women hunters in the Mule Deer Foundation’s mission, and to help introduce more women to hunting. To wrap up, Kirstie talks about some of Prois’ new products, in particular a new upland hunting line called Pradlann. And Kelli tells us about her plans for the coming hunting season in Tajikistan and how hunters can learn more about community-based conservancies and hunting opportunities there at https://tajwildlife.com.

MDF Podcast - Talking Mule Deer with Steve Belinda and Jodi Stemler S2 E22 - Identical Draw Today on Talking Mule Deer we visit with Thomas and Nathan Krick, identical twins from Lincoln, Nebraska who produce an online outdoor television program known as Identical Draw. Their first season was featured on Carbon TV and the second season is available on Bear Archery’s Youtube Channel. The brothers grew up hunting and learned film production through Heartland Bowhunter’s film school. As outdoorsmen and mountaineers in their early 20s, the duo is focused on social media and other online platforms as a way to target younger hunters offering techniques for do-it-yourself, backcountry public land hunts. We hear a bit about their first mule deer hunts in the sandhills of Nebraska as well as last year’s intense mountain mule deer hunt in Idaho. Nate and Thomas tell us about their efforts to integrate a conservation message into their episodes, this year they began working with the Mule Deer Foundation to provide more detailed information about our organization’s work.

Jason Matzinger is the host of Into High Country on the Sportsman Channel, and has created many impactful hunting films, such as Circle of Life, Project Elk and Project Mule Deer. He is a lifetime member of the Mule Deer Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, and works closely with these organizations to create films that make a difference in the hunting community.https://intohighcountry.com/

S2 E19 - Butch Whiting, Kryptek Outdoors Today we are talking to Butch Whiting, co-founder of the hunting and tactical apparel manufacturer Kryptek. Butch served in Iraq and Afghanistan flying Army Attack helicopters and he and his junior officer Josh Cleghorn would spend down time dreaming about being back in the U.S. hunting. Their vision was to spiral the features and functions of special operations apparel into the civilian hunting world. He tells us how they put together their business concept which really took off due to a Department of Defense solicitation for a new camo pattern. He tells about the selection process DoD took and how well the upstart Kryptek camo did being down-selected as one of four companies alongside three multi-billion-dollar companies. Kryptek’s performance apparel, using this highly-tested camo pattern, taps into both tactical and mountaineering design making it incredibly functional in the hunting application. Butch tells us more about some of the other branding opportunities the company has had through video games, movies and limited licensing through other lifestyle brands. When all is said and done, Butch’s favorite hunt is for mule deer because of his memories of growing up hunting mule deer with his family in Idaho. We talk about some of his recent hunts and how he loves hunting with his wife and daughters. We wrap up talking about Kryptek’s participation in the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo and how they company is strongly supporting the Mule Deer Foundation and our conservation efforts.

- Episode 3 Part 2 - Grand Opening Guest List: Podcast Short Segment - Kevin and Michael welcome Jason Matzinger from Into High Country at the Weatherby Grand Opening in Sheridan, WY. - Jason Matzinger partners with conservation groups to raise awareness for groups like Wild Sheep Foundation, RMEF, and Mule Deer Foundation. - Jason lets us know what hunts he has on the books for Fall 2019. - Jason gives us insight into his life with the Weatherby Top 10 Segment.

If they were looking for a new “Most Interesting Man in the World” I would nominate George Bettas.  He has worked with the Boone & Crockett Club, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and was one of the founders of the Mule Deer Foundation, most of which was after he retired from a career at Washington State! He is the author of the regular column “The Hunting Horseman” in Western Hunter Magazine and has packed thousands of miles in the wilderness areas of the Northern Rockies. In this episode we talk about his passion for conservation and hunting from horseback. We also get into a new Master Hunter initiative that he has worked on for several years now, which I think will revolutionize the relationship between hunters and private landowners. http://mtmasterhunter.com/

S2 E18 - Muleyslayer Marc Smith This week Steve and Jodi are talking to Muley Slayer Marc Smith. We find out how he got the Muleyslayer handle as he was developing his social media following. Marc is a regular contributor to MDF magazine and seminar speaker at the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo. He tells us some of the tactics he’s learned over many years of chasing big mule deer bucks in the West. Marc has learned that you need to be adaptable to changes in habitat and food sources to find animals. We talk about his love of mule deer and how this drives his engagement in habitat conservation through the Mule Deer Foundation and helping others become more actively involved.

While at the Hunt Expo, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Micah had the chance to sit down with Mike Laughter, the Director of Field Operations for the Mule Deer Foundation. They talk about what the foundation is all about, the impact they are making for Mule Deer conservation and how others can get involved and make a difference.

Season 2, Episode 8 - Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation President Jeff Crane Today we are talking to Jeff Crane, President of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation. CSF plays a key role for sportsmen and women on Capitol Hill and in state houses around the country. Jeff describes more about the organization and its affiliated National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses and the Governors’ Sportsmen’s Caucus. Miles Moretti, President/CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation joins us and both he and Jeff talk about why sportsmen should care about policy. They talk about some of the legislation that has recently passed such as the Farm Bill, including the provision that helps sagebrush restoration that will benefit habitat, and the “fire borrowing fix”. Both Jeff and Miles are also members of the Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation Council, a federal committee established to help advise the Secretary of the Interior and Agriculture on sportsmen’s issues and they describe some of the priorities they are working on. We also hear about some of the issues sportsmen and women should pay attention to that are on the horizon. CSF provides updated information about what’s going on in Congress as well as state legislatures at www.congressionalsportsmen.org and also include recommendations on what individuals can do to get involved.

Today’s Guests: Missy Willis, Northern Colorado Chair for the Mule Dear Foundation is promoting their annual conservation and fundraising banquet being held on March 30, 2019. Then, Scott Reily of 1 Shot Gear joins us to talk about all 1 Shot Gear has to offer. If you are looking for top quality clothing, check out... READ MORE

Paul Servey AKA, Mountain Goat Pauly is a blue-collar worker who loves to hunt public land over the counter tags in the Rocky Mountains. He started hunting with his family as a child and has continued to pass on his knowledge and passion to others. Paul believes in the spirit of the wild and gives every animal the respect they deserve taught to him by his native father. Paul enjoys the sport of long range rifle hunting, archery hunting and muzzleloader hunting. Paul believes in giving back to those who have served our country and promotes a patriotic lifestyle. Paul volunteers regularly with the Mule Deer Foundation helping to preserve the wild mule deer and their habitat. He is well known for being a do-it-yourself hunter who shares his own content and pictures of all his outdoor adventures and in 2018 he definitely “did it himself” filling multiple tags and helping others do the same. In this episode we cover: Things he does to prepare for season to insure success The story behind the stud buck he calls ‘Mongoose’ Things he felt led to notching his elk tag on a funky bull We cover his bow setup briefly More From Paul: Instagram: @mountaingoatpauly YOUTUBE: ‘Archery Maniacs’ Our YouTube channel consists of ‘Hunting’ videos, ‘Gear Reviews’, ‘How To’ videos, ‘Bloopers’, ‘Kill Shot Compilations’, and more. Check it out, we appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the content. We would really appreciate a REVIEW! Can’t get enough? Wicked, check out more from us here: Facebook Instagram Learn More About Us! Website Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you enjoyed the show. As always, shoot straight, keep ripping, and live life at full draw.   Zach Herold   Music provided by: xEpic Journey

Mule Deer Foundation - Past, Present, & Future Over twenty years ago, the concept of giving something back to mule deer was a dream of Emmett Burroughs. As Emmett traveled around the country hunting and filming mule deer, he realized that many of us take this awesome species for granted. Think about what the world […]

Mule Deer Foundation – Past, Present, & Future Over twenty years ago, the concept of giving something back to mule deer was a dream of Emmett Burroughs. As Emmett traveled around the country hunting and filming mule deer, he realized that many of us take this awesome species for granted. Think about what the world was like in 1988. Mule deer had been extremely abundant right up until the winters of 1983-84. Across the West, the record snowfall lingered long into spring and early summer. Many mule deer and black-tailed deer perished, mostly starving for lack of food covered by snow and from cold temperatures. A few years later, Emmett observed that mule deer populations had not rebounded from this die-off. Many factors contributed to mule deer not coming back – loss of habitat, predators, poaching, highways crossing through the middle of transitional ranges, and subdivisions being built on winter ranges. State wildlife agencies were busy trying to grow more elk and dealing with endangered species issues. On top of that, funding to state wildlife agencies was in decline. Mule deer management, which had been a staple of most fish and wildlife agencies, was taken for granted. It was as if mule deer, which were at one time the premier big game species, were no longer worthy of prominence. Emmett gathered together a few of his close friends and acquaintances and asked them to think back at how much they had taken mule deer for granted. He challenged them with the famous words, “We must give something back to mule deer and black-tailed deer.” In July 1988, the Mule Deer Foundation was incorporated as a 501(c)3 wildlife conservation organization. Founded in Redding, California, the original Board of Directors developed the mission statement of MDF, “The mission of the Mule Deer Foundation is to ensure the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer and their habitat.” As with many wildlife conservation organizations, MDF started having banquet fundraising events to raise money for projects benefiting mule deer. TAGNBRAG – Tag N’ Brag started as a notebook of ideas created by David and Dean Giarrizzo while they were in college at Ohio State University. They wanted to create a place where all hunters and fishermen/women could connect, share experiences, and exploit themselves as outdoorsmen/women. In the fall throughout their college careers, David and Dean would spend countless hours in the car going to and from school to the hunting grounds. They even scheduled classes on the same days as each other so they would have opposite days off to go hunt. Much of the time spent in the car and some in class was focused on jotting down ideas and creating the vision for Tag N’ Brag. In December 2011, they launched the first version of www.tag-n-brag.com. In less than two years they have turned the outdoor social network into a brand recognized throughout our industry. www.tag-n-brag.com is going to re-launch a new custom designed website at the end of November. We now have an iOS and Android phone application, our own blog, and our own web show on tag-n-brag.tv. We have great plans of expanding the Tag N’ Brag brand even further and look forward to connecting hunters and fishermen/women worldwide. Own The Season TV – Art Helin of Dodgeville, Wisconsin, began hunting over 30 years ago under the instruction of his father and grandmother. What started as small game and deer hunting in his home state grew to an obsession to hunt nearly every big game species across North America. Raised in a hunting and fishing family, Michelle began hunting with Art at the age of sixteen and they married three years later. Art’s hunting success and passion for teaching others has led to his pro/field staffer positions for various manufacturers since 1996. Together with his wife, Michelle, and the staff of Art Helin Outdoors, he promotes these companies and the great outdoors by working trade shows, attending retail store events, and providing in-store training to their employees. Starting in 1998, Art began giving seminars to small audiences for Primos. Since then, he’s traveled across the country speaking at venues large and small, from local sporting clubs to Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s, the Iowa Deer Classic, and the Field & Stream/Outdoor Life Deer and Turkey Expos. When speaking with people, Art draws upon his own past experience, successes and failures, as well as the over 150 days per year in the field hunting, guiding, and scouting. Michelle joined the seminar circuit in 2013, speaking on safety, first aid, and CPR for the outdoors. After having planted food plots, practicing woodland management, and completing timber stand improvement and pond projects on his own 40 acres, leases, and properties of friends and neighbors for eighteen years, Art started habitat consultation services in 2015. Art and his wife, Michelle, are experienced in videography, having filmed for Archer’s Choice Media Productions and the Double Bull Archery video series starting in 1998. They launched their own show, Own the Season, in 2019.

Hardy Face Paint – Meet the owners of Hardy FacePaint Hello. We are Brian and Mariah Hardy, creators of HARDY FACEPAINT and avid, responsible hunters just like you. Brian had always used face masks, preferring the convenience of masks to the mess and trouble of paint. However, all of that changed the first time Brian went bowhunting in Kansas, the ultimate whitetail hunting state. As a big buck came into his line of sight, Brian drew back on his bow only to have his facemask catch on his release! There was nothing for him to do except draw down and watch as the buck of a lifetime walk away. Determined to never experience a facemask mishap like this again, Brian purchased every face paint product on the market. No matter what he tried, the paint ended up feeling greasy, messy, and itchy. Some of the products smelled like crayons. As any good bowhunter will tell you, it is imperative to be scent- free on the hunt. Mariah had never liked face masks as they would constantly ride up on her face and hindered her shooting. However, as someone with sensitive skin, she didn’t have the option of using harsh and irritating face paints. Not only that, Mariah is also a safe cosmetic advocate who lives a wholefood and organic lifestyle, so the toxic and harmful ingredients of face paint were not only impractical for her, but also in conflict with her values. Brian and Mariah became increasingly frustrated trying to find a camouflage face paint that was not only made with quality ingredients, but was also effective, safe, gentle, and easy to both apply and remove. After exhausting all of the existing options, they decided to take matters into their own hands. They left no detail unconsidered when creating HARDY FACEPAINT. They thought about what hunting face paint would ideally look, smell, and feel like. They researched ingredients, safety, and effectiveness, as well as ease of application and removal. They essentially dreamed up a hunter’s perfect face paint and engineered HARDY FACEPAINT to be exactly that. IBO – The International Bowhunting Organization (IBO) was created in 1984 by a dedicated group of bowhunters who shared the desire to ensure that bowhunting and the ideals of wildlife conservation survive, expand and flourish to be shared, enjoyed and passed on to future generations. By its charter, the International Bowhunting Organization’s purpose is “To promote, encourage, and foster the sport of bowhunting; further bowhunter education; act as a political coordinator and liaison for the protection and advancement of bowhunting; function as a clearinghouse for essential bowhunter information; and adhere to the basic ideal of the unification of bowhunters.” Soon after its inception, the IBO launched the Triple Crown of Bowhunting, consisting of three national tournaments hosted in separate states. Utilizing identical rules and classes, the Triple Crown culminates with the crowning of national champions of various age, gender, and equipment classes. The series continues to expand each year and has become the undisputed indicator of the best individual performers and equipment in the sport of 3-D archery and bowhunting. In 1989, the IBO established a series of sanctioned tournaments worldwide in which participants may qualify to compete in an annual finale to be held in a large and accommodating, destination-type venue. Presently, hundreds of local and regional bowhunting clubs host qualifying events for the opportunity to participate in 3D Archery’s largest and most prestigious event, The IBO World Championship. National Deer Alliance – NDA’s Initiative The mission of the National Deer Alliance (NDA) is to serve as the guardian of wild deer conservation (white-tailed deer, mule deer, black-tailed deer, Coues deer, and Key deer), and our hunting heritage. Formally incorporated in May 2015, the NDA is driven to assemble and unite a diverse group of stakeholders that includes hunters, managers, and the hunting industry to help create positive outcomes for deer and deer hunting. A strong board of directors that represents organizations and groups such as the Mule Deer Foundation, Quality Deer Management Association, Whitetails Unlimited, Archery Trade Association, National Shooting Sports Foundation, Wildlife Management Institute, Vista Outdoor, and Bass Pro Shops, leads NDA. The Need – Deer are the most commonly pursued and economically important game animal in North America. Despite the fact that 83% of the more than 14,000,000 hunters in the United States identified as deer hunters, there was no national organization geared toward protecting the interests of all deer hunters and the deer hunting industry before the formation of NDA. Amazingly, less than 1% of deer hunters belong to a national conservation organization dedicated to the protection of deer and our deer hunting heritage. This is where NDA comes in. The time has come for deer hunters, managers, and the hunting industry to organize and provide a united front to address current and emerging threats to deer hunting and our heritage.

Season 2 Episode 2 - Colorado Buck Today Steve and Jodi talk to Colorado Buck, about how he got started in hunting following the path of a strong, outdoorswoman – his mother. He grew up in hunting camps with his mother and uncles and guided his first hunter in central Virginia when he was just 12 years old. He describes his experiences as a young boy, always looking for opportunities to get out hunting, to the building his guiding business. His guiding led him to early television shows with Knight & Hale at the beginning of the hunting video boom. Where in the World is Colorado Buck? is now the longest running outdoor show in production for over 30 years. He talks about the importance of getting new people outdoors including getting kids, people with disabilities, and veterans out hunting. He also tells a little bit about some of his most interesting, exotic hunting opportunities around the world. Finally, we talk about why the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo is one of the greatest shows for sportsmen, women, and their families and why he is such a strong supporter of the Mule Deer Foundation.

Episode 19: National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, Big Game Corridors Grant Program On this episode of Talking Mule Deer, Jodi and Steve talk with Seth Gallagher, manager of Rocky Mountain regional programs for the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). We learn about what NFWF is, how the organization receives funding, and how it has provided billions of dollars for conservation across the country. We talk about some of the private land conservation efforts that NFWF has been engaged in, including sagebrush conservation that benefits mule deer, and how important this is to help keep agriculture viable and conserve important fish and wildlife habitat. We then hear about NFWF’s new grant initiative offering $2.7 million for on-the-ground habitat conservation efforts needed to help implement Secretarial Order 3362 on big game migration corridors. Projects support specific needs identified by state fish and wildlife agency plans that were developed in response to the Order. Some of the efforts could include work on transportation projects to help wildlife crossings, easements to conserve corridor bottlenecks or stopover sites, fire restoration, and more. The funding for the new NFWF grant program came through the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Conoco-Phillips. More information about the grant program, including a link to the request for proposals, and the state plans can be found at www.nfwf.org/westernmigrations. The grant deadline is in early January with plans to announce grants in March in order to get these habitat conservation and restoration projects on the ground by next summer. We also talk about a capacity grant that the Mule Deer Foundation just received from NFWF to implement an initiative within the organization for these types of boots-on-the-ground projects to benefit mule deer.

McCade and Zach had the chance to sit down with good friend, Big Jer’ and discuss the Mule Deer Foundation. Big Jer’ is one of those guys that you just can’t help but like! He’s passionate about hunting, outdoor cooking, and making friends. He’s very involved with the Mule Deer Foundation, SFW, and other organizations, dedicated to the preservation of wild game. They talk about the history of the MDF, why Mule Deer numbers are decreasing, the projects and efforts of preservation that MDF volunteers are involved in, and how you can get involved. They also discuss the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo, and the controversial hunting tags that can be applied for exclusively at the Hunt Expo. Enjoy the podcast, learn a thing or two about how you can help Mule Deer, become a member of the MDF, and be active in the preservation and conservation of an animal that you enjoy hunting. The success of the Mule Deer is dependent on us! Find out more about the Mule Deer Foundation on: Instagram - @mule_deer_foundation Facebook - Mule Deer Foundation Web - www.muledeer.org Follow all of the SAHN OUTDOORS adventures: Instagram - @sahn_outdoors Facebook - Sahn Outdoors Web - www.sahnoutdoors.com *All SAHN merchandise can be purchased on our website.

Episode 14 - CJ Buck On this episode of Talking Mule Deer, Steve and Jodi talk to 4th generation family-owner of Buck Knives, CJ Buck. CJ tells us the history of how his great-grandfather started the company, originally in Kansas and then in San Diego, California, offering a lifetime warranty for his handcrafted knives. We talk about a number of the legendary Buck Knives that are so well beloved by hunters, as well as other segments of the industry that Buck Knives develops products for. He talks about how he has made a commitment to engaging in the conservation of wildlife through his engagement with the Boone & Crockett Club and as a member of the Mule Deer Foundation board of directors. We discuss some of the issues that he feels are most important for sportsmen to rally around, in particular two key issues – funding for conservation, and the perception of hunting. He describes the Hunt Right, Hunt Fair Chase marketing initiative started by Boone & Crockett Club and a number of other partners in the conservation community and outdoor industry, and how important it is for hunters to “be their own brand” and take personal responsibility in promoting an ethical hunting experience.

Episode 11 - Founder of MDF - Emmett Burroughs On this episode of Talking Mule Deer we talk with Emmett Burroughs who founded the Mule Deer Foundation in 1988. At the time, Burroughs was producing wildlife videos; through interviews with state agencies he learned more about mule deer and black-tailed deer, and some of the challenges deer are facing. Through those early conversations, he realized that deer were declining throughout the West and resolved to start a group to help make a difference. The early days of the organization required a lot of hard work to build the awareness of hunters to start a board and help generate the funds necessary for conservation work. Emmett talks about the tenacity of MDF staff and supporters to grow the organization, start the Western Hunting and Conservation Expo, and work on the important conservation issues affecting deer in the West. 

This week on Episode No. 21 I'm joined by Jason Matzinger and Sam Soholt for a killer conversation and lots of laughs. Matzinger is a Montana-dwelling film and television producer and host of the TV show Into High Country on the Sportsman Channel. What really makes Matzinger stand out to me though is his true, unabashed commitment to conservation. He's a lifetime member of RMEF and Mule Deer Foundation and works on content projects with Wild Sheep and many other groups. Sure, he's featured in most of his own films, but that's not the purpose. Most of the time the purpose is to promote real efforts to do good work outside. He's traveled the West for decades, most recently with Sam at his side, filming, hunting and developing some pretty damn unique perspectives on our world. Not to mention a pile of great stories.   I caught up with Jason and Sam in Big Sky, Mont., for a late night pizza and beer fueled chat on wild sheep, the community of sheep hunters, Jason's latest film and so much more. Also, our buddy Greg was hanging out providing color commentary. It was past midnight before we wrapped up, so excuse any colorful exchanges. Enjoy.   Connect with Ben and MeatEater Ben on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 10: Adam and Brenda Weatherby Steve and Jodi visit with Adam and Brenda Weatherby of of Weatherby, Inc - the American firearms company. Adam is the third generation Weatherby to run his family’s company, which was started by his grandfather, Roy, in the 1940’s. Adam talks a little bit about how Roy, a farmer from Kansas, started tinkering in his basement after he moved to California and founded the company that has thrived on innovations in fast shooting rifle cartridges and high-quality firearms. We also talk with Brenda about how she got her start hunting – even though she’s been part of the Weatherby family for more than two decades, she took her hunter safety course with her daughter and started hunting just three years ago. Brenda talks about the women’s rifle, the Camilla (named after Adam’s grandmother and Roy’s wife), and we also talk about their new Carbon Mark rifle. Then Adam and Brenda give us an overview of the company’s big move to Sheridan, Wyoming. Adam talks about joining the Mule Deer Foundation as a board member and his enthusiasm with the growth of MDF chapters and the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo.

Episode 9 - Heartland Bowhunter’s Shawn Luchtel and Mike Hunsucker On today’s episode of Talking Mule Deer, Steve and Jodi talk to MDF partners Heartland Bowhunter. Shawn Luchtel and Mike Hunsucker let us know how they got their start archery hunting in Missouri but how the fever for hunting western mule deer and black-tailed deer took hold with them. They provide some tips on things they’ve learned adapting from whitetail hunting to spot and stalk hunting in the open country of the West. We talk about some of the gear that’s necessary for western hunting that eastern and midwestern hunters might not consider and the importance of advanced preparation. Mike and Shawn also talk about how telling the story of the entire experience of hunting and conservation is a fundamental part of the production of their television show and why they have established a relationship with the Mule Deer Foundation to share the conservation message.

Dave Beronio is a man of many talents. He’s driven, compassionate, mischievous, and on top of it all, he’s absolutely hilarious! Today Steven talks with Dave about everything from, his pro Ski racing, being a dad, to his run for Train To Hunt gold and being an integral part of “Outback Outdoors” So sit back and relax, and see why we love Dave so much and tend to hang on his every word! He was born and raised in Lake Tahoe, Nevada along the rugged snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevada's. The mountains provided opportunities for excellent hunting, fishing and ski racing, which as a kid, were skills passed on by generations of avid competitors. Growing up an athlete, Dave traveled the Alpine ski racing circuit as an Elite level skier, competing all over North America and around the world. He used this talent and secured a scholarship to attend and compete for the University of Nevada Reno while working on his Business Degree. However, hunting remained his true passion. Life in the Sierras provided an environment that would allow his outdoor appetite to grow. He is an avid bow hunter, fly fisherman, bird hunter, and all around sportsman. Dave has a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the wildlife that call it home. He founded the Sierra Nevada Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation, and is an active member of the Operation Game Thief Citizens board. He spends countless hours volunteering and working with biologists and Wildlife organizations that specialize in big game research and habitat restoration projects. Dave is married to his beautiful wife Denise, and is the proud father to daughter, Hunter and his son, Gatlin. Dave is a firm believer in hard work, dedication and proving his worth above and beyond what is expected. He also believes strongly in loyalty, commitment, and representing himself in a positive way and showing his Faith in God. Dave feels it is important to give back more than he takes, and he teaches his kids the importance of the outdoors and how it provides the food to fill your soul. "It's all part of the adventure!" Now following his passion for Bow Hunting, Dave is also a host for the TV Show, "Outback Outdoors". He is one member of a team of hardcore bow hunters that capture hunts for their television show. More From Courtney and Steven Websites: www.elevationfitnesstraining.com www.nutritionrealigned.com Instagrams: @heroutdoorjourney @huntfit_08 @nutrition.realigned @elevationfitnesstraining Don’t forget to subscribe to our eMagazine at Archery Maniacs it is full of stories, tips and tactics, recipes, gear reviews, and more. More from us: Website: https://www.archerymaniacs.com Instagram: @ArcheryManiacs Facebook: ArcheryManiacs1 A special thanks to: Gannett Ridge Sporting Equipment www.gannettridge.com 970-493-4505 Dark Energy Tech www.darkenergy.com Kifaru International www.kifaru.net Music: Ansia Orchestra – Helden Sterben Nicht Link: https://youtu.be/rfj6xFoDXL0 Music provided by: xEpic Journey I know I said it above, but you don’t want to miss out on our eMagazine, subscribe at Archery Maniacs it is full of stories, tips and tactics, recipes, gear reviews, and more. Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you enjoyed the show. As always, shoot straight, keep ripping, and live life at full draw. Zach Herold  

Episode 8 - MDF Habitat Stewardship Program (Stan Baker, MDF Habitat Stewardship Coordinator & Kevin Zieman, USFS) This episode of Talking Mule Deer focuses on habitat stewardship projects that the Mule Deer Foundation is involved in across the West. MDF’s Stan Baker, who helps coordinate these projects with federal land management agencies, discusses what stewardship agreements are, what makes them different and how MDF has been able to work with a variety of partners to implement habitat restoration efforts. In addition, Kevin Zieman, who works with the U.S. Forest Service in California describes how these agreements have benefited federal public lands, state and privately-owned land, and, of course, mule deer, black-tailed deer and other wildlife species. We also talk about some of the specifics of why active management is necessary to maintain healthy sagebrush and forest systems in the West.

Episode 6 -Mule Deer Foundation Senior Field Staff On this episode of Talking Mule Deer, Jodi and Steve talk to a few of MDF’s field staff including Director of Field Operations Mike Laughter, and senior regional directors Randy Morrison (California and Eastern Nevada) and Marshall Johnson (North and South Dakota). These guys are the lead boots on the ground for MDF helping our chapters grow and raise funds for mule deer and black-tailed deer. They describe how chapter fundraising works to raise Chapter Rewards for the state Project Review Committees to allocate funds to conservation projects – from the traditional banquet to unique new opportunities like Beers for Deer and Gunapaloozas. Randy and Marshall also talk about some of their state-specific efforts including wildfire restoration in California and habitat and access projects through the North Dakota Outdoor Heritage Fund. Finally, we talk about how people can get involved in the Mule Deer Foundation to start a chapter or volunteer for deer.

Ladies of MDF – Episode 2 Today Jodi kicks Steve off the table to gather some of the ladies helping the Mule Deer Foundation to actively engage women and families in the outdoors. Julie Moretti, wife of MDF President/CEO Miles Moretti, talks about the Ladies Luncheon at the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo. New Mexico MDF Regional Director Colleen Payne tells us about a new program in New Mexico that is inviting women to experience hunting and the outdoors. Sitka Gear and Easton pro-staffer Sarah Laughter, and Colleen, who is pro-staff for Prois, tell us how the industry is adapting to provide women’s-specific gear for sportswomen. And Utah Volunteer of the Year, Sarah Wright, describes the Ladies of MDF’s “Jackpot for Conservation” event scheduled for May 5 in Salt Lake City.

Episode 1 - MDF President/CEO Miles Moretti Our first episode of the official MDF Podcast, "Talking Mule Deer,"  features MDF President and CEO, Miles Moretti. Miles gives us an inside look at how the Mule Deer Foundation got its start 30 years ago and how it’s evolved. He also provides perspectives on how the organization has grown, and future plans for MDF. We talk about how MDF is structured, what chapters do to fundraise and participate in conservation projects to benefit mule deer and black-tailed deer, as well as all you need to know about the Western Hunting & Conservation Expo.

Will Dykstra of Tightline Outdoors joins the show to talk about open water and release the dates for all the upcoming open water events. Also, walleye fishing techniques you're not used to and catering to anglers that don't have time. Eric Peiker joins the show to talk about BioBait, and the fishing advantages it provides. Troy Lindner joins the show to talk about youth fishing & what goes into starting a bass fishing team. Dan Harrison joins the show to talk about the Mule Deer Foundation, the Western Hunting Expo and getting kids outdoors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Epic Outdoors Podcast Jason Carter sits down with Miles Moretti, President of The Mule Deer Foundation. Jason and Miles discuss Mule Deer management in the west. They cover many important topics including habitat, range, age class, funding, and many other factors in deer management and conservation. Jason and Miles also talk about the Mule Deer Foundation as an organization and its goal of helping to grow and sustain healthy Mule Deer populations throughout the west.

Officer Patterson uses his experience as a hunter and his influence as a Utah Conservation Officer to lift the spirits of those who have struggled with physical or emotional difficulties in their lives. In the past he has lifted the spirits of physically challenged individuals by helping them enjoy the outdoors and hunting. This year Gabe focused his attention on the son of a fallen Officer.  Officer Doug Barney was killed in the line of duty on January 17, 2016. Officer Barney left behind his family including his son Jack. After hearing Jack was interested in hunting, Officer Patterson made arrangements with his contacts at the Johnson Mountain Cooperative Wildlife Management Unit (CWMU) who then graciously donated a bull elk tag for Jack. Gabe also reached out to the Mule Deer Foundation who donated a rifle to Jack. Officer Patterson also followed through and helped with Jack’s hunt to make sure he took his elk. Officer Gabe Patterson’s relationship with the hunting public and sportsmen’s groups is an asset to the Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) and the citizens of Utah. He has worked to cultivate these relationships so that he can provide amazing hunting and life changing experiences for those in need.

In this episode we had the privilege to speak with Nick Pinizzotto the President and CEO of the National Deer Alliance. We discussed the importance of the National Deer Alliance and what they have … Read More

On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with hunting film producer, Jason Matzinger. I first discovered Jason’s films through the Full Draw Film Tour. And I’ve followed his work ever since. Jason’s films make you think. They tell a story and they’re sincere and heartfelt. Jason is deeply involved in conservation efforts, teaming up with organizations such as the Mule Deer Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Jason is a talented filmmaker and skilled hunter. I look forward to what he does next.   

SUBSCRIBE: iTunes / RSS/Stitcher/Podbean/Android On this episode of Gritty Bowmen we visit with hunting film producer, Jason Matzinger. I first discovered Jason’s films through the Full Draw Film Tour. And I’ve followed his work ever since. Jason’s films make you think. They tell a story and they’re sincere and heartfelt. Jason is deeply involved in conservation efforts, teaming up with organizations such as the Mule Deer Foundation and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Jason is a talented filmmaker and skilled hunter. I look forward to what he does next.    http://www.elkinc.com/the-phantom-ram-dvd/