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Rookie Hunter

Eighty Five Audio

Real stories. Wild places. Lessons learned. Join Mike, Kelly, and Garrett as they navigate the ups and downs of hunting in British Columbia. It"s not about trophies—it"s about growth, conservation, and a genuine connection to the land.

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All Episodes

01:15:00

147: Cougar Backstrap

Rookie Hunter ·

2024/01/18

Can you eat cougar meat? Yes you can, and it's delicious! However, some people would lead you to believe that this species is hunted as a “trophy” to be hung on the wall and only killed for sport by the elite. On this episode, we’re breaking down a Facebook post from an influential wildlife photographer that is using his platform to villainize the hunting community with false information and inflated stereotypes. We also got into some music talk, added some guilty pleasures to the playlist, and

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146: The Great Bear Rainforest

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2024/01/11

On this episode Mike goes solo and tackles some listener submitted topics and questions including Raincoast Conservation Foundations purchase of hunting tenures which cover over 18,000 square kilometres of the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. Would you like to suggest a topic or ask a question? We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast or send an email to info@therookiehunter.com We're very proud to welcome back The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title

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01:16:13

145: A Green Christmas

Rookie Hunter ·

2024/01/01

Happy New Year! Just before the holidays, we got together to chat over a few drinks. Dogs, cats, vinyl, and plans for the new year were all discussed in this episode. We're very proud to welcome back The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! Sheep Show is coming up January 18th - 20th in Reno Nevada. To register, to join the <1 Club and to become a member, head over to wildsheepfoundation.org

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01:02:32

144: Sheep Fever - Gray Thornton & Keith Balfourd

Rookie Hunter ·

2023/12/20

Today Mike welcomes Wild Sheep Foundation President and CEO, Gray Thornton and Director of Marketing & Communications, Keith Balfourd to talk about all things sheep. We cover some highlights of Sheep Show 2024, Sheep Fever Podcast, WSF’s new Films and Video Standards Policy, an amazing opportunity for Women in North America with WSF’s Women Hunt Program, and much more. To learn more about the WSF Women Hunt Program, click HERE and make sure to follow @women_hunt You can find WSF’s Sheep Fever

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01:13:27

143: From Haiti to Whitehorse With Filter Studios

Rookie Hunter ·

2023/12/13

After many years of teasing the story, Mike, Jesse and Tash are finally on the mics to discuss their adventure filming in the Yukon. Jesse and Tash also share some great stories about how a trip to Haiti change their world view and inspired them to become hunters. We also cover their film “Transmission” which you can stream for free from YouTube by clicking HERE. If you’d like to see more of their work, head over to the Filter Studios website or give them a follow on Instagram. Want to be on the

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142: Kyle Stelter

Rookie Hunter ·

2023/12/06

Mike welcomes Kyle Stelter to the podcast to chat about his introduction to hunting, and his path to becoming the CEO of the Wild Sheep Society of BC. To become a member of WSSBC, click HERE! And get your tickets now for the Salute to Conservation and Mountain Hunting Expo in Penticton BC February 22-24. If you'd like to check out Transmission, the full-length documentary can be streamed HERE. Want to be on the show? We'd love to hear your voice! Send your questions or share your thoughts in audio

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01:18:04

141: Reunited

Rookie Hunter ·

2023/12/01

After a long hiautus, we're offially back and took this opportunity to catch up on life, and relive some old memories. Want to be on the show? We'd love to hear your voice! Send your questions or share your thoughts in audio form and we'll play it on the show. Record a voice memo on your phone and send it to info@therookiehunter.com We're very excited to welcome back The Wild Sheep Foundation as our title sponsor! Sheep Show is coming up January 18 - 20 in Reno Nevada. To get tickets, to join the

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01:28:56

140: Full Circle

Rookie Hunter ·

2023/10/30

Mike and Kelly return to the mics after a very long hiatus to discuss a recent moose hunt that involved Kelly's dad and father-in-law.

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01:15:18

139: The Moose Hunt

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/12/12

On this episode, the guys catch up and do a recap on their October moose hunt. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com Don't forget to become a member of the Wild Sheep Foundation and support our good friends at North Arm Knives.

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01:17:29

138: Chasing Moose with Family and Friends

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/10/20

On this episode, Mike returns to the show to interview Kelly and Garrett before they take off on their 2021 moose hunt. You'll also get to hear about a new four-legged addition to the team. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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137: Peter Gutsche

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/09/10

On this episode, Kelly and Garrett are joined by friend and Director at the Wild Sheep Society of BC, Peter Gutsche. Peter describes the Bluetongue virus event currently impacting wild sheep in the Gilpin Grasslands (Southern BC), the importance of conservation and participation, and hunting plans for 2021. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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136: Bear and LEH

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/07/01

On this episode, Kelly and Garrett catch up and discuss the spring bear hunt, horse training, Traegers, the LEH Limited Entry draw and a shift in their fall plans. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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135: Spring Has Arrived

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/04/04

On this episode, Kelly and Garrett discuss the opening of spring bear and turkey, rifles in general, calibers and gear. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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01:17:15

134: Catching up with Mike

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/03/18

On this episode, Kelly and Garrett touch base with Mike. They discuss spring plans, dogs, conservation and hunting in BC, and some ideas for the future. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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01:04:45

133: Jesse Zeman

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/02/23

On this episode, Kelly and Garrett are joined by Jesse Zeman, Director Fish and Wildlife Restoration at BC Wildlife Federation, to discuss anti-hunting pressure in relation to black bear and large carnivores. The crew also catch up on the Southern Interior Mule Deer Project, and Jesse and Garrett talk horse programs. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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01:41:34

132: Horse Tales & Sheep Projects with Chris Barker

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/02/11

On this episode Kelly and Garrett are joined by Chris Barker, Project Chair at the Wild Sheep Society of BC. Chris has served on the board of the Wild Sheep Foundation and has been involved the WSSBC for over 20 years in various roles including President, Treasurer, and Director. Given his dedication to conservation, Chris talks about finally having some time in 2020 to hunt, Garrett seizes the opportunity to chat about horses and gear, and Chris provides an update regarding WSSBC projects across

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46:49

131: "The Dog Is A Gentleman..."

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/01/27

On this episode Kelly and Garrett discuss Oscar, dogs, motion sickness, Garrett's quest for wild cats, horses and horse care, iPhone apps for hunting, and a recap of WSF Sheep Week 2020. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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130: Best Foot Forward

Rookie Hunter ·

2021/01/13

On this episode Kelly and Garrett touchbase for the first time in 2021: Garrett and the dogs continue their winter pursuit of cats, cat hunting and social media, shed antlers vs heads, and a thorough discussion about hunting boots and boot selection. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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01:03:29

129: Season's Greetings

Rookie Hunter ·

2020/12/25

On this episode Garrett provides an update on the horses, Kelly and Garrett answer listener questions, talk wall tents and end the year with a Rookie Hunter tradition: a story from our friend in conservation Mr. Shane Mahoney. Happy Holidays and wishing you the best in 2021! For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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128: Mountain Whitetail and Cat Tracks

Rookie Hunter ·

2020/12/20

On this episode Kelly and Garrett wrap up whitetail season with a couple hunts in different locations, each calling for a different approach. Garrett recaps two hunts with dogs Waylon and Willy, the first hunts of their career. For more on the show head over to therookiehunter.com

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