Best Mule Deer Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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When the Winds of Fort Peck Get Angry! 43:56

2d ago43:56

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks to angler Audie Stein about is frightening brush with death in one of the fiercest windstorms Fort Peck Montana has seen in a very long time. It was the evening of August 7th and Billings resident Audie Stein was camping on his lot that he had purchased near For…

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What Is a Conservation Easement? Kerry Schultz with the Green River Valley Jackson Hole Land Trust Explains 1:03:57

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In this episode of the Wild Things & Wild Places podcast, hosts Joy Faigl, Janet Crofts, and Chris Steffen sit down with Kerry Schultz, Program Director of the Green River Valley Jackson Hole Land Trust. Kerry breaks down the concept of conservation easements, which are legal agreements between private landowners and a qualified entity such as a la…

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Elk Hunting & Battling Thermals 1:17:59

6d ago1:17:59

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In this episode of the Western Rookie Podcast, host Dan Johnson and guest Nate Thomas discuss their experiences with elk hunting, including the challenges, strategies, and memorable moments from their trips. They delve into the dynamics of hunting in groups, the impact of weather and terrain, and the importance of having the right equipment. Nate s…

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Want to Catch One of the Hardest Fighting Fish in Montana? 1:06:49

9d ago1:06:49

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale had a great conversation with Ross Tate who is also known by anglers on Flathead Lake as the Whitefish Whisperer. Click here to watch or listen here and you will understand that Ross is called that for a good reason. There are very few folks out there that know more a…

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HPA/NFA update with Silencer Central | Episode 273 1:06:19

11d ago1:06:19

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is at the HQ of Silencer Central to catch up with the CEO, Brandon Maddox and talk about the many updates since the last podcast six months ago. Topics covered include funding conservation, Silencer Central's effort to reform the National Firearms Act and pass the Hearing Protection Act, the diffi…

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Using A Decoy To Hunt Elk and Antelope 1:08:55

11d ago1:08:55

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In this episode of the Western Rookie Podcast, host Dan Johnson and CJ Davis discuss the excitement of the upcoming hunting season, focusing on antelope and elk hunting. CJ shares his experiences as the president of Montana Decoy, emphasizing the importance of quality gear and effective hunting strategies. The conversation covers various topics, in…

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Breaking Through the Confusion of Elk Shoulder Seasons 1:05:55

16d ago1:05:55

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale has another great conversation with FWP, Game Management Bureau Chief, Brian Wakeling, this time about Montana's Elk Shoulder Seasons. These seasons are already underway in several hunting districts and will go on and off through February 15th, 2026. Just that stateme…

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South Dakota Antelope Foundation | Episode 272 1:34:02

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Robert Mahaffey of the South Dakota Antelope Foundation. They discuss the background of the SD Antelope Foundation, antelope herd history in South Dakota, impacts of human expansion into pronghorn habitat, and a bit of trivia. You can learn more about the South Dakota Antelope Foundatio…

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Adjusting Your Hunt Plan 1:11:13

20d ago1:11:13

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In this episode of the Western Rookie Podcast, host Dan and guest Tim Kent discuss various aspects of hunting, including the impact of aging on physical capabilities, the importance of nutrition and preparation, and the challenges faced during hunts. They delve into long-term planning for hunting trips, the shift from over-the-counter tags to guide…

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Corner Crossing with PERC | Episode 271 2:08:17

24d ago2:08:17

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, host Randy Newberg is joined by Dylan Soares, an attorney and conservationist with the Property and Environment Research Center (PERC), to dive deep into the legal and practical implications of corner crossing—a hot topic in public land access. The discussion begins with an overview of the high-profile …

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Understanding OnX and Digital Mapping 1:07:08

27d ago1:07:08

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On this episode, conversation includes various e-scouting techniques, the importance of understanding terrain and topography, and how to identify game indicators. This epiosde also highlights the practical applications of OnX, such as navigating public and private land and utilizing collaborative scouting tools. The guys finish by emphasizing the v…

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Finally,Tiber Reservoir Gives up Some of its Mysterious Big Fish Secrets! 55:19

1M ago55:19

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale has a fascinating discussion with Katie Vivian, FWP Region 4 Fisheries Manager. Katie is very intelligent, especially when it comes to the fish in Tiber Reservoir, which is also her personal favorite place to fish. Tiber can be challenging to get it to give up its HUG…

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Brownell's - A Legacy of Leadership in Hunting and Shooting | Episode 270 1:08:43

1M ago1:08:43

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with Pete Brownell, President of Brownell's. Brownell's has been a family name in hunting, shooting, and gunsmithing since 1938. Pete is the third Brownell generation to lead the company from its headquarters in Iowa. Topics covered include the history of Brownell's, Pete's voluntee…

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Summer Projects 2025 Has MFF Working Hard for Mule Deer 1:01:01

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In this episode of Wild Things and Wild Places, Janet, Chris, and Joey from the Muley Fanatic Foundation recap their busy and impactful summer of 2025. The team took part in fawn captures in the Wyoming Range to support ongoing mule deer monitoring efforts, gathering critical data on population health. They also tackled invasive species and habitat…

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How Drought, Predators, and Winter Kill Impact Animal Behavior 1:03:55

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In this episode of the Western Rookie Hunting Podcast, host Dan Johnson and guest Jaden Bales discuss the complexities of hunting in the West, focusing on the impact of weather patterns, drought, and predator dynamics on wildlife. They explore the importance of understanding animal behavior, the differences between public and private land hunting, …

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Montana’s Wildlife Whisperers: Inside the U of M's Wildlife Biology Program 1:04:11

1M ago1:04:11

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor podcast your host Downrigger Dale has an amazing conversation with two of the preeminent wildlife biology researchers in the Country! They are located right here in Montana ln the University of Montana Wildlife Biology program. This is one of the highest ranked wildlife biology schools in the Country,…

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Leupold - American Values and Ingenuity in Manufacturing | Episode 269 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy talks with Leupold CEO, Bruce Pettet, about leading an American company with 700+ amazing employees and dominating the rifle scope business by sticking to the core values of the company. In addition to the launch of the new VX5HD GEN2, topics covered include manufacturing in America, growing talen…

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Learning To Hunt The West 1:05:56

1M ago1:05:56

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In this episode, Dan Johnson introduces himself as the new host of the Western Rookie Podcast, sharing his background in hunting and podcasting. He converses with Adam Parr about the transition from hunting in Michigan to Colorado, discussing the challenges and learning curves associated with Western hunting. They delve into the importance of prope…

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About The Real Yellowstone Documentary, Part Two 44:01

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Send us a text In this week's Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale continues his no holds barred discussion with Tom Opre the Director of the amazing new documentary film called The Real Yellowstone. In Part Two of the Podcast about the film Tom gives more previews into of this truly groundbreaking film. Again, this is not about Kevin …

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Bear Tracks & Good Company: A Conversation with Jessica Evans 54:58

2M ago54:58

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In this laid-back and personal episode of Wild Things & Wild Places, we welcome Jessica Evans...hunter, business owner, and all-around outdoor enthusiast from Rock Springs, Wyoming. Jessica pulls up a chair and shares her story in a way that feels like you're right there beside her in the field, on the mountain, or at the truck tailgate after a lon…

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Jim Zumbo - Living Legend and Humble Hunter | Episode 268 2:13:26

2M ago2:13:26

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy spends a day with one of his friends and most admired mentors, Jim Zumbo. Jim needs no introduction, having introduced so many of us to the world of western big game hunting. Topics covered include Jim using his platforms to promote conservation, his lengthy career as a writer and advocate for wil…

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Transitioning to New Projects Pt. 2 50:53

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In this episode, Brian Krebs and Dan Johnson discuss the transition of the Western Rookie podcast, with Dan taking over as host. They explore the evolution of Western hunting perspectives, the importance of learning through experience, and the launch of Dan's new podcast, Get Drawn West. The conversation highlights key takeaways from past guests, t…

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The Real Yellowstone, Tom Opre’s Amazing New Film! 1:29:26

2M ago1:29:26

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale has a fascinating conversation with award winning documentary director Tom Opre. Tom has created amazing films like Killing the Shepard and The Last Keeper. Now he focuses his camera on Montana's farmers, ranchers, wildlife and hunters with his latest film called The …

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Transitioning to New Projects 55:28

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On this episode of the Western Rookie, Brian introduces Dan Johnson from the Sportsmen's Empire podcast network to catch up what their upcoming season looks like for western hunts as well as a big announcement with some changes coming to the Western Rookie Podcast.By Sportsmen's Empire

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The Howa Rifle Story | Episode 267 1:21:13

2M ago1:21:13

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After over a dozen years of shooting Howa rifles, Randy convinces them to join him on a podcast to talk about Howa rifles, their support of shooting and conservation, and why neither value or accuracy will ever be part of a compromise. Darren and Chad join in to explain why they support a public land-centric platform and want Fresh Tracks to be out…

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One Thing is For Sure About Our Guest This Week, He is Semper Paratus! 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks about something that has been patrolling much of Montana's Waterways for many years but many of you may not even know about it. No, it is not part of the Montana FWP but works with them quite often. It is actually part of the Department of Homeland Security and …

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GoHunt Bonus Series 31 – Backup Tag Options 23:54

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In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian shares a full rundown of backup options for hunters who haven’t drawn a tag yet, including leftover tags, OTC opportunities, and first-come-first-serve permits across the West. He also delivers timely updates on the public land sale victory, a Colorado wolf controversy, and why it’s …

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Hot Topics, Big Fish & What’s Next for Montana’s Outdoors 34:07

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale takes over the podcast studios and gets us all caught up on the latest outdoor news, Statewide fishing reports and peek at the future topics he will be covering on upcoming podcasts. He thought it would be nice to let the rest of the podcast staff take the 4th of July…

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Hank Shaw and Wild Food from the "Borderlands" | Episode 266 1:15:17

2M ago1:15:17

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In this episode (#266) of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy shares the mic with an old friend and world class wild game chef and cooking author, Hank Shaw. In addition to some old stories of hunts together in the Borderlands of Arizona, Randy and Hank discuss Hank's newest cookbook, Borderlands. Hank explains the roots of this unique food culture an…

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Protecting Pronghorn w/ North American Pronghorn Foundation 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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In this episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian Krebs hosts a packed conversation featuring Dean Krebs, Tad Johnson, and Collin Fountain from the newly formed North American Pronghorn Foundation (NAPF). Together, they dive deep into why pronghorn needed their own conservation group, the unique challenges these animals face, and the exciting pr…

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Meet the Trap Collectors! 1:05:11

2M ago1:05:11

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Send us a text Yes, you read the title of the is Podcast correctly and yes, we meant to say that! All we should say about this one is YOU HAVE GOT TO LISTEN THIS PODCAST. As Rigger put it, "when one of our audience members told me I should really consider doing a podcast about the North American Trap Collectors Association I yawned right after I re…

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Call Your Senators! w/ Tyler Notch 1:08:21

3M ago1:08:21

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In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian Krebs is joined by Tyler Notch to address an urgent and pressing issue: the potential sale of millions of acres of public lands. Tyler and Brian dive deep into the legislation proposed by Senator Mike Lee, the risks it poses to public land access, and why this battle matters deeply t…

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Public Lands in Public Hands: Important Message 41:38

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In this episode of the MFF Podcast, the focus is on the controversial topic of selling public lands, a pressing issue in Wyoming and other Western states. The special guest is Jess Johnson, Government Affairs Director of the Wyoming Wildlife Federation (WWF), who will soon be heading to Washington, D.C. to represent Wyoming. The discussion undersco…

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Keeping Our State Parks on a Solid Foundation! 1:07:06

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with the Executive Director of the Montana State Parks Foundation, Megan Buecking. No doubt many of you may be asking, "is that the formal name for the branch of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks that runs all Montana's State Parks?". We thought the same thing bu…

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Shed Hunting w/ Kansas Shed Dogs 1:34:35

3M ago1:34:35

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In this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian welcomes Gideon and Danielle from Kansas Shed Dogs to explore the exciting world of shed hunting with trained dogs. They share their extensive experience using Labrador retrievers to find sheds, offering listeners practical tips on dog training, shed hunting strategies, and navigating challenges …

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The Present & Future of Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs. Plus a Paddlefish Update! 1:00:02

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Fisheries Biologist, Cody Nagel. Rigger and many of you that sent him emails felt it was super important to check in with Cody about how Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs were doing after what we heard Bureau of Reclamation Proje…

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New Voices, Same Mission: Wild Things & Wild Places Welcomes a New Hosting Crew 21:15

3M ago21:15

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This episode of Wild Things & Wild Places marks the first with our new crew! While Josh is off doing important work in D.C., the Muley Fanatic Foundation podcast lives on and it’s in great hands. Meet your new hosts: Joey Faigl, Chris Steffen, and Janet Crofts—a trio of longtime MFF champions who bring deep knowledge, big laughs, and a whole lot of…

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GoHunt Bonus Series #30: Corner Crossing Update 20:09

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In this GOHUNT Bonus Episode of The Western Rookie podcast, Brian shares a jam-packed update covering point deadlines, land access battles, and the latest in public land politics. Brian dives into time-sensitive applications, the ongoing corner crossing legal saga, and a brewing storm over a federal land sale. If you're a public land hunter or buil…

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Learn About the Fresno Dam Repair Progress! How Long Will There Be Low Water in Fresno Reservoir? Will Nelson Reservoir be Affected? 53:54

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Send us a text This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale talks with Steve Darlinton Project Manager for the Bureau of Reclamation. Rigger and Steve have a fascinating discussion about the state of Freson Dam. You may recall back in December of 2023 Rigger talked with Steve about the precarious state that Fresno Dam was in. …

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Standing Up and Speaking Up in Colorado | Episode 265 1:35:35

3M ago1:35:35

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In this episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy is joined by Dan Gates of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. Topics covered include examination of how I-127 was defeated in Colorado, new attempts to circumvent the ballot initiative and use the legislature and Wildlife Commission, strategic communications for non-hunting voters, usi…

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Training for Ridgelines w/ Adrian Guyer 1:29:50

3M ago1:29:50

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In this episode of The Western Rookie Podcast, Brian sits down with Adrian Guyer, owner of Ridgeline Athlete, to discuss getting physically prepared for western hunts. Adrian shares his extensive background as a strength and conditioning coach and explains why hunt-specific fitness training is crucial for success in the backcountry. From endurance …

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