Ep. 452: This Country Life - The Missouri Turkey Turnaround
Host Brent Reeves recounts his annual Missouri turkey hunt, describing a rapid, four‑hour outing that yielded a 25‑pound gobbler and a high‑return experience. He leveraged a motion‑sensor camera to scout the pasture, honored his late mentor Billy Bryant’s call technique, and kept travel and lodging costs minimal. The successful hunt concluded early, allowing him to return home promptly and accept a follow‑up invitation from fellow hunter Jimbo Elliott. Reeves emphasizes the blend of sport, family ties, and community that defines his yearly pilgrimage.
How to Catch Spring Catfish
Spring offers a prime window for catfish anglers as waters warm and species from bullheads to flatheads become active. Unlike summer, catfish feed in shallow water throughout the day, allowing anglers to use lighter gear and a variety of baits....
Ep. 467: Cocaine Salmon, Legislative Scorecard, and Oh My God It's Dry in the West
A Swedish study found that Atlantic salmon given cocaine‑filled capsules swam 20% faster and traveled twice as far, raising concerns about drug residues in waterways. The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service announced a $52 million boost to the Voluntary Public Access...
Ep. 38: Spike Camp - Bulletproof Your Body for the Mountains
The MeatEater podcast’s “Spike Camp – Bulletproof Your Body for the Mountains” episode highlights how many hunters under‑prepare for multi‑day back‑country trips, leading to back pain, ankle sprains, and knee issues. Athletic trainer AJ Wilkerson explains that generic fitness isn’t...
What the Record-Low Snowpacks Mean for Fish and Wildlife in the West
A record‑low snowpack across the western United States, now 65% below the 1991‑2020 average, is driving the worst conditions since 1981. The mild winter boosted elk and mule deer survival, but rapid melt threatens summer forage and could curb antler...
Ep. 446: This Country Life - Reckless Abandon and Devine Intervention
In episode 446 of This Country Life, host Brent Reaves chronicles his annual turkey hunt in Fort Deposit, Alabama, using a 101‑year‑old Browning shotgun. Joined by musician‑friend Reed Barganier and cinematographer Dave Gardner, the trio navigates dense woods, unpredictable gobbles, and the shotgun’s limited...
The Best Method for Making Wild Game Ham
The article presents a step‑by‑step guide to making wild‑game ham using the equilibrium (EQ) curing method, which relies on precise salt percentages based on meat weight. It contrasts EQ with excess‑salt curing, outlines a 2 % salt, 1 % sugar, 0.25 % pink...
Connecticut’s New State Record Rainbow Was Used to 'Help Trigger' Hatchery Salmon to Eat
On April 11, Connecticut angler Richard Courtright Jr. landed a 31‑inch, 16‑lb 7.5‑oz rainbow trout that set a new state record, surpassing the 1998 14‑lb benchmark. The fish was part of a batch stocked by the Kensington Hatchery, which uses large...
Ep. 26: Where the Primeval West Abides
In episode 26 of the MeatEater podcast, host Dan Flores recounts a nine‑day river float through Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), where his party encountered massive herds of Porcupine caribou, wolves, grizzlies and Dall sheep under 24‑hour summer solstice...
Senate Votes Against Protecting Boundary Waters
The U.S. Senate voted 50‑49 to repeal a 20‑year mining moratorium in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) for the first time on a land‑management rule. The repeal clears the way for Twin Metals, a...
Ep. 441: This Country Life - The One That Got Away And The One That Kind Of Didn't
In episode 441 of *This Country Life*, host Brent Reeves recounts two turkey hunts—one in Missouri derailed by a calf that destroys his decoy, and a Mississippi chase where precise hooting and terrain reading bring a bird within striking distance. He...
Oklahoma Just Released a Captive Whitetail Deer Into the Wild...On Purpose
Oklahoma has released its first captive‑raised whitetail deer into the wild as part of a 2024 legislative program aimed at slowing chronic wasting disease (CWD). The animal meets genetic criteria for CWD resistance but was not tested for the disease...
5 Things to Keep in Your UTV Emergency Kit During Hunting Season
Hunters increasingly rely on UTVs and ATVs for season prep, making on‑the‑trail emergencies a real risk. Can‑Am’s off‑road expert recommends a core kit of jumper cables, an air compressor, tire repair supplies, tow straps, duct tape, zip ties, and basic...
Ep. 468: Houndations - Dogs Just Might Be the Best Medicine
In the final episode of the "Hounditions" podcast, host Tony Peterson outlines how dogs serve as powerful medicine for both body and mind. He cites research showing dog owners are less likely to be obese, enjoy better sleep, and experience...
Ep. 440: Turkey Stories - Bears, Bows, and a Pot Belly Pig
Episode 440 of the Bear Grease Podcast delivers a mix of wild turkey‑hunting tales from Arkansas, Nebraska, Missouri and Texas. A 15‑year‑old hunter recounts a close encounter with a black bear while stalking a turkey, highlighting the unpredictable wildlife overlap....