Best Muzzleloader Podcasts (2025)

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Muzzleloader Hunting in Nevada 32:43

26d ago32:43

32:43

In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by the Southern Region Hunter Education and Shooting Sports Coordinator Martin Olson to have a conversation about muzzleloader hunting in Nevada. Martin talks about NDOW’s free muzzleloader introduction classes and why he thinks shooting a muzzleloader is so fun. The guys a…

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Bears, Berries, and Bird Feeders 33:40

2M ago33:40

33:40

The Nevada Department of Wildlife is a proud member of BearWise®, a program of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies.Black bears have been in Nevada long before we lived here, but by the early 1900s they had been extirpated from the state. Conservation efforts and habitat regeneration allowed black bears to begin coming back into Nevada and r…

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Operation Dry Water 30:46

2M ago30:46

30:46

In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Statewide Boating Education Coordinator Aaron Meier to talk about Operation Dry Water and boating safety. Aaron explains that Operation Dry Water is a national campaign designed to combat boating under the influence (BUI) through increased boat patrols over the three-day…

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Silver Arrow Bowmen - Bowhunter Bonanza June 21 - 22, 2025 27:00

2M ago27:00

27:00

In this week’s Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Rendle Taylor and Ken Shoemaker, two Director’s from the Silver Arrow Bowmen Archery Club in Reno, Nevada. Rendle and Ken explain their roles on the board, the current goals of the club, NDOW’s recent investments in the archery range, and how you can get involved. They d…

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Rediscover Cave Lake Grand Reopening - June 7, 2025 29:58

3M ago29:58

29:58

In this week's Nevada Wild podcast, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Fisheries Biologist Heath Korell to talk about one of everyone's favorite Nevada lakes, Cave Lake. Heath gives a great history lesson dating back to the 1930's and details the dam rebuild project that started in 2019. The guys discuss interesting facts about the area inc…

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Mountain Goat and Bighorn Sheep - 2025 State of the Silver State 34:45

3M ago34:45

34:45

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Mountain Goat and Bighorn Sheep Staff Specialist Mike Cox. Mike talks about an exciting project to bring more mountain goats to Nevada earlier this year and gives an update on how well they’re doing overall. He also gives the guys an overview of all three subspecies of bi…

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Nevada Big Game Application Insights, Tips, and Strategies 32:56

4M ago32:56

32:56

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Data and Technology Services Division Administrator Matt Maples. The guys talk about technology and data in the Department, the big game application and draw, bonus points and why they matter, and what makes applying for tags in Nevada unique. They also share some tips an…

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2025 Nevada Big Game Application Overview 34:29

4M ago34:29

34:29

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Game Division Administrator Shawn Espinosa to get an overview of the outlook for the upcoming big game hunting season. Shawn speaks to the uptick in quota recommendations for mule deer, antelope, and elk, and shares a bit about the challenges bighorn sheep are facing in S…

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Deer and Antelope - 2025 State of the Silver State 35:34

4M ago35:34

35:34

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Mule Deer and Antelope Staff Specialist Cody Schroeder to get the latest update on Mule Deer and Antelope in Nevada. Cody talks about deploying mule deer collars across the state, mapping migration corridors and gives the guys an update on how our Mule Deer and Antelope p…

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Nevada Moose and Elk - 2025 State of the Silver State 36:30

5M ago36:30

36:30

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Elk and Moose Staff Specialist Cody McKee to get the latest update on Elk and Moose in Nevada! Cody tells us about the first-ever Moose collaring project in the Ruby Mountains and shares some interesting information he helped uncover about historical accounts of Elk in Ne…

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2025 Elko Sportman's Expo 26:46

6M ago26:46

26:46

In this week’s Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Eastern Nevada Conservation Education Supervisor Julie Gabrielson and Educator Nicole St. John to talk about the long-awaited 10th annual Elko Sportsman’s Expo! The expo is back on Saturday, March 1 and Sunday, March 2 with two days of outdoor related activities and booths prese…

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The Best Internship in the Country 32:43

8M ago32:43

32:43

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW Wildlife Staff Specialist Russell Woolstenhulme to talk about the best internship in the country, the James Lathrop and Wayne Capurro Memorial Internship Program. This program offers young adults who are passionate about pursuing a career in wildlife an exciting summer job …

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EP 36: New Mexico Rifle Mule Deer Recap 30:53

8M ago30:53

30:53

In this episode, Chris shares his journey of hunting mule deer in New Mexico. After years of applying for tags, he finally got lucky and discusses the application process, preparation, and the hunt. He reflects on the challenges faced during the trip, bagging his first mule deer, and his plans for future hunting adventures.…

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EP 35: Utah Muzzleloader Pronghorn Hunt Recap 40:28

9M ago40:28

40:28

In this episode of the Wild Vittles podcast, Chris shares his experiences hunting pronghorn in Utah with a muzzleloader. He discusses the process of obtaining a hunting tag through the Utah draw process, the muzzleloader, bullet and powder he chose, and the e-scouting along with the real scouting leading up to the hunt. Chris reflects on the challe…

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A Career Raising Fish - Pat Kelly 26:59

9M ago26:59

26:59

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW Wildlife Staff Specialist Pat Kelly to talk about his career at NDOW. Pat shares stories about raising a family at the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area and talks at length about why he’s enjoyed working at NDOW so much over the years. Pat has managed NDOW’s fish hatche…

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Send up the Bat Signal! - Community Scientists to the Rescue 34:23

9M ago34:23

34:23

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by Bat Conservation International’s (BCI) Conservation Research Coordinator Jessie Bunkley and NDOW Volunteer Charity Wanechek to talk about an exciting community science project focused on bat conservation in Nevada. Jessie gives us an overview of the pilot community science proje…

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Kayak Fishing in Nevada! 32:32

10M ago32:32

32:32

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s Aquatic Education Coordinator Abbey Czarnecki to talk about kayak fishing in Nevada. They talk about different types of kayaks, fishing gear, kayak fishing groups, and the best places to go kayak fishing in Nevada. They talk about targeting bass at Lake Mead, going after …

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EP 34: Montana Wilderness Archery Elk Hunt Recap! 1:23:19

10M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this episode, we will recap my 2024 elk hunting trip to Montana. This story actually began in late 2022 and took a few twists and turns along the way.By Chris Smith

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10-4-2024 The Year Of The Chukar - 2024 Chukar Forecast 32:38

11M ago32:38

32:38

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones sit down with NDOW’s Upland Game Staff Specialist Justin Small to take a deep-dive into the 2024 chukar hunting forecast. Long story short, chukar are thriving in Nevada, and it’s going to be great chukar hunting season this year! Tune in to this week’s podcast to find out why this years’ for…

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9-27-2024 Upcoming Hunting Opportunities And Season Outlook 29:36

11M ago29:36

29:36

Hunting season is in full swing! Learn more about the awesome hunting opportunities that kickoff on Saturday, September 28, and why this fall is setting up to be one for the record books. In this podcast, Nevada Wild hosts Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones sit down with Logan Klonicke, Western Region Hunter Education Coordinator for the Nevada Departmen…

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A Conversation about Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Nevada - Part 2 33:15

12M ago33:15

33:15

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones continue the conversation about renewable energy in Nevada with NDOW’s Wildlife Diversity Division Administrator Jasmine Kleiber and they are joined by The Nature Conservancy Director of External Affairs for Nevada Jaina Moan. Jasmine and Jaina talk about the current renewable energy landscap…

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The Chronic Wasting Disease Threat is Real 26:07

12M ago26:07

26:07

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones sit down with Nevada Department of Wildlife Veterinarian Nate LaHue to talk about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a transmissible neurological disease that is always fatal to animals in the deer family. Currently, CWD is found in 34 states and 4 Canadian provinces, but not in Nevada. Nate expl…

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Tiaras and Camo, a Match in Montana 1:02:22

1y ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Faith Johnson's journey into the world of pageantry began in 2016 when she won the prestigious title of Miss Montana's (Outstanding) Teen in her very first attempt. Her story is one of determination, talent, and a heart dedicated to making a difference. An actress since the age of 4, Faith's love for theater has always been a driving force in her l…

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EP 33: Buck, Buck, Moose Cookbook Review!!! 16:57

1y ago16:57

16:57

I've decided to start out my cookbook review project with my absolute favorite! I use this cookbook weekly and am a huge fan. If you don't utilize Hank Shaw's cookbooks or his on-line resources, you are really missing out. Give a listen and give them a try!By Chris Smith

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What's Next? Cookbook Reviews! 12:42

1y ago12:42

12:42

I've decided to take a break from featuring recipe cooking on the podcast and will be pivoting to cookbook reviews for the next several episodes, so come along and hopefully you will discover new resources, new recipes and maybe a whole new way of looking at your wild game cooking. It's going to be interesting!…

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Equipping Women for the Hunt 1:04:46

1y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Brittany Boddington's hunting career began after high school when, as a graduation gift, she went on her first safari with her father, taking five trophy animals. She now spends most of the year happily living out of a suitcase in pursuit of exotic animals and exciting adventures. She writes for several notable outdoor publications and was honored …

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EP 31: Grilling Sea Quail!!! (AKA Redfish Throats or Redfish Collars) 15:46

1y ago15:46

15:46

Many folks likely toss out throats or collars with their fish heads and that's really a waste when it comes to your Red Fish. In this episode, I show you how to harvest the collars from the fish and a simple preparation on the grill. I guarantee if you give this a try, you will always keep and cook this part of your fish from now on!…

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EP 30: Grilling Elk Flat Iron Steak! 13:01

1y ago13:01

13:01

The flat iron steak is a tender cut that, surprisingly, comes from the front shoulder where most of us think about tougher cuts and long cooks required to produce tender finished products. Today, I'm using a flat iron steak from a bull elk. This can be done with any venison, but the larger species are generally better as you need to split the steak…

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EP 29: Grilling Whole Flounder!!! 30:05

1y ago30:05

30:05

Now that the summer heat has arrived, the grilling season is in full swing. It's also fishing season, so I'm grilling a whole flounder for the first time. I'm utilizing a recipe from Outdoor Indoor Texan that is very straightforward, but yields a delicious result that will taste like you worked much harder for such a tasty dish! Link to Outdoor Ind…

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EP 28: Grilling Venison Kebabs!!! (Also known as Shish Kabobs) 19:39

1y ago19:39

19:39

Summer grilling season is here and I utilize venison kebabs to bring vegetables into my meat grilling scene! This is an easy recipe that can be scaled for a large or small groups. In this episode I used a top round or sirloin cut, but you could also use backstrap for a more tender end result. The veggies can vary based on your personal preferences.…

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5-31-2024 Nevada Free Fishing Day Events 27:50

1y ago27:50

27:50

Nevada's Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 8. This is the one day of the year you can fish any public water in the state without a fishing license. If you have never been fishing, Free Fishing Day is the day to get out and try it!In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller sits down with NDOW Educators Nicole Hamblin, Jan Nemec and Abbey Czarnecki to…

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EP 27: Grilled Redfish Tacos! 17:49

1y ago17:49

17:49

Today, I'm whipping up grilled redfish tacos outside! I'm using one fillet of redfish with the skin and scales on that I am grilling over medium high heat for about 12 minutes. I seasoned the fish with a fajita seasoning and put a few small pieces of butter on the fish to melt in while cooking. Meanwhile I am sautéing a couple onions that were slic…

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EP 26: The Outdoor Indoor Texan 1:01:32

1+ y ago1:01:32

1:01:32

In this conversation, Chris interviews Drew from the Outdoor Indoor Texan YouTube channel. They discuss Drew's passion for outdoor cooking, his love for hunting and fishing, and his journey into creating a successful YouTube channel. They also touch on topics such as butchering wild game, the challenges of finding reliable wild game recipes, and th…

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A Life Jacket Saved My Life 29:36

1+ y ago29:36

29:36

In this week’s Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones sit down with lifelong angler, Mike Day, to hear his captivating story about how a typical day fishing quickly turned into a truly life-threatening situation. Mike’s recounting of that fishing trip is a story you don’t want to miss! Mike helps us underscore the importance of wearing a life ja…

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EP 25: Cooking With Cast Iron 17:35

1+ y ago17:35

17:35

Have you every considered using cast iron pans, but thought that keeping them seasoned and clean was too hard? In this episode, I share my perspectives on utilillzing cast iron cookware and how easy it really is.By Chris Smith

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Wish I Coulda Been a Mountain Man 1:17:18

1+ y ago1:17:18

1:17:18

Since he was a boy running around the woods and water of Southern Ohio, hit songwriter Andrew Scott Wills has been enamored with American history. He spent his summers combing the dirt for arrowheads and visiting historical forts and memorials. As he a teenager he discovered Eckert's "The Frontiersman" and built his first CVA Kentucky long rifle ki…

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EP 24: Venison Shank Tacos 22:36

1+ y ago22:36

22:36

Today I'm cooking whitetail shanks by braising them in a chili sauce that I made from dried chili. I'm utilizing a chili sauce recipe from Arnie Tex and I would highly recommend you check out the link below to see how he makes it! This is a simple prep as you just make the sauce, place the shanks and sauce in a dutch oven at 325 degrees for 4 to 5 …

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A Conversation About Renewable Energy And Wildlife In Nevada 29:21

1+ y ago29:21

29:21

In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW’s new Wildlife Diversity Division Administrator Jasmine Kleiber to talk about renewable energy in Nevada. Jasmine speaks to the current renewable energy landscape, how NDOW works with others to help avoid impacts to wildlife, and talks a bit about what we can expect the fut…

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EP 23: Talking About Wild Game Cooking @ Total Archery Challenge (San Antonio) 58:20

1+ y ago58:20

58:20

On day 2 of the Total Archery Challenge, I sat down with Joel Smith and Judson Brown to talk a little be about TAC and a whole lot about wild game cooking and what we think about it. There's some good tips and lots of entertainment in this episode, so I hope you will enjoy it.By Chris Smith

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Nevada Elk And Moose Quotas and Hotspots 33:51

1+ y ago33:51

33:51

Nevada’s big game tag application deadline is almost here!In this week’s Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW Elk and Moose Staff Specialist Cody McKee to talk about the current status of Elk and Moose in Nevada and the positive hunting outlook for these species in 2024. The application deadline for Nevada big game tags is 1…

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EP 22: Cooking Venison Quesadillas! 22:21

1+ y ago22:21

22:21

Quesadillas are a family favorite and are very versatile. In this episode we will cook up some whitetail quesadillas with a simple mixture of onions, peppers and cheese on toasted flour tortillas with a "CRUNCH" to let you know they are ready. It's also a great way to utilize leftovers when you have steak or roast available!…

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Nevada Mule Deer and Antelope Quotas and Hotspots 32:13

1+ y ago32:13

32:13

Nevada's big game tag application period deadline is quickly approaching!In this week's Nevada Wild, Aaron Keller and Bobby Jones are joined by NDOW Mule Deer and Antelope Staff Specialist Cody Schroeder to talk about the current status of Mule Deer and Antelope in Nevada, how a couple wet winters effect populations and tips to follow when preparin…

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EP 21: Professional Wild Game Butcher Kriss Abigail 1:17:27

1+ y ago1:17:27

1:17:27

I had the good fortune to be able to have Kriss Abigail on the podcast to talk about her journey to becoming a professional wild game butcher and how she then uses that knowledge to teach others through her work with other conservation organizations and clinics she holds (such as Hunters of Color, the Texas Wildlife Association and the New School o…

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EP 20: Cooking Venison Cowboy Goulash!!! 24:45

1+ y ago24:45

24:45

This recipe comes to us from Cowboy Kent Rollins and is intended for ground beef, but I've modified it slightly and use ground elk (and have also used ground whitetail) with no fat included. I highly recommend trying out this very straightforward recipe for a new dish to utilize your ground meat. Give it a try and you will be coming back for second…

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EP 19: Cooking Venison Stir Fry (The Catch-all Recipe)!!!! 20:46

1+ y ago20:46

20:46

In this episode I cook a whitetail eye of round in a stir-fry using sugar snap peas, matchstick carrots, bell peppers and mushrooms along with a homemade stir-fry sauce (see below). The recipe is essential one third meat to two thirds vegetables and you can use any combination of veggies you want. I highly recommend trying this for a quick, delicio…

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EP 18: White Bass Spring Spawn (Frying White Bass!) 31:54

1+ y ago31:54

31:54

Spring to me is White Bass Fishing and Turkey hunting! In this episode I'll walk you through the process of frying up a mess of white bass that I caught just the day before. This is a quick and simple approach that is sure to please.By Chris Smith

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EP 17: Be Curious, Not Judgmental (Cooking Elk Green Chile Stew) 28:26

1+ y ago28:26

28:26

This week I found roasted hatch chiles in a jar and a cold front blew into town, so I decided to cook up Elk Green Chile Stew! I'd never tried this recipe before and was blown away with the spicy robust flavor. It is a hit that I will be coming back to again and again. I based my stew on Hank Shaw's Green Chile Stew and his exact recipe can be foun…

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EP 16: "Livin the Dream!" Learning from the Professional Wild Game Chef Jeff Benda 1:18:30

1+ y ago1:18:30

1:18:30

I sat down with Jeff Benda who is a professional Wild Game Chef with over 20 years of experience, to discuss how he got started, what he has learned and what advice he has for all of us as we strive to improve our skills as wild game cooks. I highly recommend you check out his website ( https://wildgameandfish.com ) and view his library of wild gam…

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EP 15: Cooking Venison Fajitas!!! 24:20

1+ y ago24:20

24:20

Fajitas are a simple and quick meal that you can customize to fit the tastes of you and your family. It's also the basis or filler for quesadillas and/or burritos. This is an example of one approach that I think you will really enjoy. Ingredients: 2 Venison steaks (equivalent with 0.5 to 1 pound) (in this case I used elk) 2 medium onions rough chop…

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EP 14: Cooking Venison Cajun Piquant!!! 24:53

1+ y ago24:53

24:53

On this episode I'll be cooking one of my favorite winter dishes, Cajun Piquant! It utilizes diced venison roast and is similar to a gumbo. Give this one a try and I gaurentee it will become a favorite! Link to Hank Shaw's Cajun Piquante Recipe: https://honest-food.net/venison-sauce-piquante-recipe/By Chris Smith

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