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Nordic Tales & American Trails

Nordic Tales & American Trails

Nordic Tales & American Trailsis an outdoor and hunting podcast focusing on tales and trails from northern Europe and the USA. Hosted by Erik Rhodin from Sweden and Adam Vu from Louisiana, USA, the podcast covers all aspects of the outdoors, with a special emphasis on hunting with dogs. We will explore the unique tales and trails of our regions, the various dog breeds used in hunting, and the differences in hunting practices between the USA and northern Europe. Hosted on Acast. See

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Episode 28 – Dog Shows, Health Checks

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/03/12

Dog Shows, Health Checks & Breeding DifferencesIn this solo episode, Erik shares his thoughts on dog shows and how Sara performed in her first two competitions. He also covers health checks and dives into the key differences between the Nordic and American approaches to breeding hunting dogs.From hunting diplomas to health testing and the role of dog shows in Sweden, Erik compares it to the U.S., where these elements are much less present in Laika breeding. He also gives a quick recap of the

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Episode 27 – Tony Lee Collins -Squirrel hunting

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/03/05

In this episode, Erik sits down with Tony Lee Collins to talk about his journey into hunting with Laikas and Dachshunds.From his first Laika, a special connection made through A Soldier’s Child Foundation, to his experiences breeding and importing hunting dogs, Tony shares his insights on what he’s learned along the way.A big part of the discussion? Squirrel hunting! Lots of squirrel hunting—how Laikas work squirrels, how the hunt plays out, and why it’s such a beloved tradition in parts of the

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Episode 26 – Erik's January Reflections

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/03/01

In this special bonus episode, Erik sits down solo to reflect on his January hunting adventures with Sara and Lily. He shares insights into their progress, the ups and downs of the season, and how Lily is recovering from her recent setback.Erik also talks about the challenges of hunting wild boar with Laikas—what makes it difficult, how the dogs handle the pressure, and what he has learned along the way.It’s a shorter episode this week, but we hope you enjoy the update! As always, thanks for tuning

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Episode 25: Torkel Norling Big Game Laika

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/02/19

In this episode, we’re diving even deeper into the world of hunting dogs with Torkel Norling. We talk about his views on breeding East Siberian Laikas, what he looks for in a dog, and how selection impacts performance in the field.We also get into:🐻 Hunting brown bears with Laikas🐱 The challenges of hunting lynx with dogs🐕 A deep dive into different hunting styles and what makes a great dogIf you enjoyed Part 1, you won’t want to miss this one—Torkel brings years of experience and some strong

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Episode 24: Torkel Norling Art of Tracking

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/02/12

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with one of Sweden’s most experienced tracking hunters, Torkel Norling, who has spent over 30 years in the field and takes on more than 250 tracking assignments every year. From wounded game recovery to wildlife collision response, Torkel has seen it all and has played a key role in developing modern tracking methods, including a documentation system that helps hunters improve both their skills and their dogs’ performance. He is also

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Episode 23: Robin Tangen II

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/02/05

In this week’s episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we’re sitting down once again with Robin Tangen to catch up on his latest adventures and plans. Robin shares stories from his recent hunting trip to Poland and gives us a glimpse into his exciting preparations for the next brown bear season.We also dive into Robin’s unique approach to training dogs for bear hunting—using a “radio-controlled brown bear” complete with fresh scent and speakers to simulate realistic scenarios for young or

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Episode 22: Eddy Hjelm

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/01/29

In this week’s episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with Eddy Hjelm, a passionate and experienced wild boar hunter. Eddy has hunted with a variety of breeds, including East and West Siberian Laikas, Norwegian Elkhounds, and mixed breeds. Excitingly, he’s set to import a new West Siberian Laika this February, and we dive into his plans for this addition.Eddy shares his journey of hunting baying dogs on wild boar, a passion he’s pursued since the age of 14. We discuss the toughness

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Episode 21: Your dogs vs Their dogs

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/01/22

In this week’s episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, Erik and Adam take a break from discussing Laikas to dive into the other types of hunting they enjoy. From spring beaver hunting in Sweden to running rabbits in the Louisiana swamps with beagles, they share stories and insights from their diverse hunting experiences.They also tackle an interesting debate: hunting with single dogs versus pack dogs. Is it selfish to prefer hunting with your own dog instead of a friend’s, just to witness your

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Episode 20: Jonas Bergstrand

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/01/15

In this week’s episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with Jonas Bergstrand, a Swedish hunter who played a pivotal role in inspiring Adam to pursue wild boar hunting with Laikas.Jonas shares his journey of growing up in a hunting family, starting with driven hunting dogs, and eventually transitioning to Laikas for hunting wild boars and brown bears.We also hear about Jonas’s incredible trip to British Columbia, Canada, where he hunted black bears with two of his own bred East

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Episode 19: Hunting season recap

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/01/08

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, Adam and Erik sit down for a conversation about how their current hunting season is shaping up and how their dogs are developing in the field. They dive into the ongoing debate between silent and open dogs on track—what works best, and why?They also discuss the role of dogs engaging the game and whether it helps with baying, sharing their thoughts and experiences on this critical aspect of hunting.Additionally, Adam and Erik take a moment to recap

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Episode 18: Robin Tangen

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2025/01/04

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we’re joined by Robin Tangen, a hunter and outfitter from Norway who shares his adventures with his Karelian Bear Dog. Robin’s hunting pursuits span a variety of game, including brown bear, wolverine, moose, and wild boar.Robin also runs RT-Hunting, an outfitter company in Norway that offers unforgettable hunting experiences in the rugged Nordic wilderness. During our conversation, he shares his excitement about an upcoming hunting trip to Poland,

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Episode 17: Jeremiah Gracie Tracking

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/12/25

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we continue our conversation with Jeremiah Gracie in part two of our discussion. This time, we focus on his journey into wounded game tracking. Jeremiah shares how he got his first Norwegian Elkhound, Trapper, and how their partnership became the cornerstone of Gracie Tracking Service.From tracking deer and moose across Vermont’s rugged landscapes to the skills and dedication required for success, Jeremiah and Trapper’s story is a testament to the

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Episode 16: Jeremiah Gracie Trapping

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/12/20

Episode 16: Jeremiah Gracie TrappingIn this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with Jeremiah Gracie from Vermont to explore his life as an avid trapper. From navigating the art of beaver and otter trapping to the challenges of pursuing elusive game, Jeremiah shares his passion for the craft and the stories that have shaped his journey.We also learn how Jeremiah first got in contact with the Norwegian Elkhound, a breed that would later play a key role in his now major focus on

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Episode 15: Beau’s Boars and Barra

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/12/11

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with Beau, an avid hunter from Australia, to explore the thrilling world of hunting in the Australian wilderness. From the unmatched intensity of chasing wild boars with his loyal dogs to navigating the rugged terrain, Beau takes us deep into the heart of dog-driven hunting Down Under.Beau shares a gripping story of a wild boar hunt that turned dangerously close to disaster, leaving him with a serious cut from an aggressive boar. His

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Episode 14: Mikael Andersson

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/11/13

In this week's episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we sit down with Mikael Andersson, a skilled dog trainer based in the Gothenburg region of Sweden.Mikael brings a wealth of experience from training dogs in a wild boar pen and shares stories from his many hunts for wild boar with his trusted dogs.Listeners will hear an insightful discussion about how to start training dogs on wild boar, the methods that make a successful hunting dog, and some of Mikael’s more intense moments in the

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Episode 13: Darren Petty

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/11/06

In this week's episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we’re excited to bring you an engaging conversation as Adam sits down with special guest Darren Petty. Darren shares captivating stories from his recent hunting trip to Sweden, where he experienced the rugged beauty of Nordic hunting firsthand.Listeners can expect an in-depth discussion that dives deep into Laikas, including their pedigrees and the fascinating contrasts between how these incredible hunting dogs are bred, trained, and used

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Episode 12: Wayne Dixon

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/10/30

In this week's episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, Erik sits down with Wayne Dixon from the American Bear Foundation.We dive into the foundation’s mission, dedicated to the protection and development of bears, their habitat, and the tradition of bear hunting across the United States. The ABF stands strong as an all-volunteer non-profit, focusing on black bear conservation and the unique challenges of managing black bears alongside the successful recovery of grizzly populations. They also

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Episode 11: Moose week

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/10/23

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we’re diving into moose hunting season with stories straight from the Swedish wilderness. Erik and his hunting team just wrapped up the opening week in central Sweden, successfully bringing down several moose while making real progress with their young dogs. We’ll break down the hunt, talk about how his Laikas and his friend's elkhound performed, and share the ups and downs of working with young dogs in the field.But that’s not all—this week we’re

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Episode 10: Wild Boar Trials

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/10/16

In this week's episode, Erik dives into the numbers behind wild boar hunting trials and discusses how different spitz dog breeds perform in these challenging tests. We received a listener question about which dog breed Erik recommends for wild boar hunting, and we provide an in-depth look at breed performance and success rates in these trials.This episode was originally planned as a bonus, but due to time constraints and Adam losing his voice over the weekend, it's our main release for the week

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Episode 9: The Spitz Breeds

Nordic Tales & American Trails ·

2024/10/02

In this episode of Nordic Tales and American Trails, we dive deep into the fascinating world of Spitz hunting breeds. We'll explore all nine unique Spitz breeds recognized by the Swedish Moose Club, with insights into their remarkable tracking and hunting skills.We’ll also shine a spotlight on the Finnish Spitz and the Norbottenspitz, uncovering what makes them such valuable companions in the field.Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just curious about these incredible dogs, you won't want to miss

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