Boone and Crockett's Heritage Of The Hunt Podcast

Boone and Crockett's Heritage Of The Hunt Podcast

Welcome to Boone and Crockett Club's Heritage Of The Hunt Podcast, introducing listeners to the legacy, mission, and vision of one of America’s most influential conservation organizations. Founded in 1887 by Theodore Roosevelt, the Boone and Crockett Club has led the charge in shaping modern wildlife conservation, promoting ethical hunting, and protecting wild places for future generations. Whether you're a lifelong hunter, conservationist, or someone new to the field, this series aims to connect you with the people, policies, and stories shaping the future of North American wildlife.

Episodes

Episode 14 - Why do we hunt? Exploring the documentary The Bear Hunter

May 15, 2026 • 35 mins
A raw, unfiltered look at bear hunting that challenges everything you thought you knew. What drives a hunter to pursue one of North America’s most powerful predators? This conversation digs into the emotional, philosophical, and deeply personal realities behind bear hunting, moving far beyond surface-level debates around conservation or sustenance. Filmmaker and lifelong hunter Jack Evans and his father Mike, chair of the Boo...
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BONUS: Breaking Barriers to Hunting Through Wild Sustenance Field Course

April 13, 2026 • 16 mins
New hunters find confidence, purpose, and connection through hands-on wild game and field experience. A new generation of hunters is being shaped in the field, not just the classroom. At the University of Montana’s Wild Sustenance course, students step into hunting culture through hands-on experience that blends conservation, ethics, and real-world skill building. From firearm safety and time on the rifle range to field dress...
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Roosevelt Ranch Radio #3: Wild Sustenance: Learning to Hunt, Butcher, and Think Like a Conservationist

April 10, 2026 • 44 mins
From first rifle shots to butchering elk quarters, new hunters learn the realities of wild food. For many aspiring hunters, the hardest part isn’t pulling the trigger. It’s knowing where to start. At the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch in Montana, a group of University of Montana students stepped into the world of hunting through the Wild Sustenance field course, a hands-on weekend built around the fundamentals of ethical h...
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Episode 13 - Fair Chase Leadership: Mary Webster on Conservation, Policy, and Hunting’s Future

March 27, 2026 • 25 mins
From duck blinds to boardrooms, a lifelong hunter shapes the future of conservation. Mary Webster’s path into hunting and conservation started the way it does for many upland and waterfowl hunters, in a family rooted in the outdoors. Growing up in Minnesota around bird hunting, duck camps, and working dogs, she developed an early appreciation for wildlife that would eventually evolve into a career at the intersection of conserva...
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Roosevelt Ranch Radio #2 - Women in the Arena: Recapping A Montana Outdoor Skills Retreat

February 27, 2026 • 46 mins
Seven women stepped beyond comfort zones to claim confidence in Montana’s backcountry. At the foot of the Rocky Mountain Front, the first Boone and Crockett Club Outdoors Women Skills Retreat brought together a small group ready to work. Over three days at Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch, participants tackled hands-on outdoor education built for real-world confidence. They split firewood, built backcountry fires, and talked...
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Episode 12 - Waiving Entry Fees and Reaffirming Wild, Free-Ranging Animals in Big Game Records Data

January 29, 2026 • 32 mins
Two recent announcements from B&C’s Records Program are big news for the Club’s big game conservation data. A set of antlers hanging in the barn or a weathered skull passed down through generations carries more meaning than most hunters realize. Measured and recorded, those animals become part of a data set that has quietly shaped North American big game management for decades. This conversation digs into why the Boone and Crock...
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Episode 11 - Saving the Chadwick Ram and Shaping Conservation History with Lowell Baier

December 19, 2025 • 38 mins
A legendary conservationist reveals the behind-the-scenes battles that protected America’s wildlife heritage. In his last interview before passing away at the age of 85 on November 21, Lowell provides a perspective on the past that can provide guidance to face the conservation challenges ahead. Raised on an Indiana farm with a life built around hunting, fishing, and the outdoors, Baier shares how early experiences, from waterfow...
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Episode 10 - World Record Mountain Goat Hunt with Justin Kallusky on Faith and Conservation

November 21, 2025 • 40 mins
Discover how a world record mountain goat hunt reshaped Justin Kallusky’s life, faith, and conservation journey. In this episode of Boone And Crockett’s Heritage Of The Hunt, world record mountain goat hunter Justin Kallusky shares the story of a once-in-a-lifetime hunt that went far beyond the score sheet. From the rugged preparation leading up to the hunt, to moments of deep clarity on the mountain, Justin reflects on how hunt...
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First Week on the Front: Summer Interns Tackle Montana’s Wild Conservation Camp | Roosevelt Ranch Radio #1

November 14, 2025 • 45 mins
A rugged week on the Rocky Mountain Front challenges new interns and inspires the next generation outdoors. Week one of Outdoor Adventure Camp is in the books, and the crew at the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch has stories worth telling. In this episode, Luke Coccoli sits down with summer interns Kyler Rominger and Anna Davis, the conservation interns working at the Rasmuson Wildlife Conservation Center and Theodore Roosevelt...
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Episode 9 - Inside the Boone and Crockett Scoring Room: Official Measurers go Behind the Score Sheets

October 30, 2025 • 46 mins
Go behind the score sheets with Boone and Crockett’s official measurers and discover how data - and your grassroots membership - drives conservation. What really happens when a Boone and Crockett official measurer scores your deer, elk, or sheep? In this episode of Heritage of the Hunt, host Jodi Stemler sits down with three seasoned measurers Jayson Arnold, Brett Ross, and Bucky Ihlenfeldt for a deep dive into the real purpose ...
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Episode 8 - Conservation Leadership Lessons from Boone and Crockett Past Presidents

October 22, 2025 • 32 mins
Discover how hunting, conservation, and leadership intersect in this inspiring conversation with Boone and Crockett leaders. In this episode of the Heritage of the Hunt Podcast, past presidents Jim Arnold and Steve Adams reflect on their lifelong journeys in hunting, fishing, and outdoor conservation. They share how the Boone and Crockett Club evolved into a leading force for wildlife management and why collaboration among conse...
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Episode 7 - Melissa Bachman on Hunting Conservation, Family Traditions, and Outdoor Ethics

October 2, 2025 • 19 mins
Discover how Melissa Bachman blends hunting, conservation, and family traditions to inspire future outdoor enthusiasts. In this episode of Boone and Crockett Club’s Heritage of the Hunt, hunter and outdoor media personality Melissa Bachman shares her journey growing up in the outdoors and building a career in hunting media. She emphasizes the importance of wildlife conservation, family traditions in hunting, and the ethical resp...
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Episode 6 - Poaching’s Threat to Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation: Inside Boone And Crockett’s Poach and Pay Report

September 19, 2025 • 31 mins
Discover how poaching undermines hunting, fishing, and conservation—and what we can do to stop it. Poaching isn’t just a crime—it’s one of the most pressing threats to wildlife conservation in America. In this episode, we unpack the Boone and Crockett Club’s groundbreaking Poach and Pay Report with Dr. Jon Gassett, Southeast Field Representative for the Wildlife Management Institute and Dr. Kristie Blevins, Professor of Criminal...
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Episode 5 - Boone and Crockett President Tony Caligiuri on Hunting Legacy, Conservation, and Outdoor Industry Leadership

August 29, 2025 • 30 mins
Discover how Boone and Crockett Club president Tony Caligiuri is shaping hunting, conservation, and outdoor traditions. In this episode, Jodi Stemler sits down with Tony Caligiuri, the 37th president of the Boone and Crockett Club, to explore the future of hunting, fishing, and conservation in North America. With more than 30 years in the outdoor industry, Caligiuri shares his journey from outdoor writer to industry leader, emph...
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Episode 4 - Boone and Crockett Adds Javelina to Big Game Records Book

August 14, 2025 • 36 mins
Discover why Boone and Crockett’s new Javelina records category could transform Southwestern hunting and conservation. The Boone and Crockett Club has officially announced a brand-new records category for Javelina hunting, marking the first new addition in nearly 30 years. This episode dives into the step-by-step process of creating the category, from detailed proposals to committee approval, and explores the unique traits of Ja...
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Episode 3 - Boone and Crockett, Fair Chase, and the Future of Hunting Ethics With Craig Boddington

August 2, 2025 • 27 mins
Craig Boddington explores how ethical hunting, youth engagement, and conservation shape the future of the outdoors. In this episode, Jodi Stemler is joined by renowned outdoor writer, conservation advocate and 32nd Big Game Awards MC Craig Boddington to dive deep into the legacy and impact of the Boone and Crockett Awards, honoring ethical hunting achievements across North America. They discuss the critical role of fair chase et...
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Episode 2 - Selective Pursuits: Hunting, Film, and Conservation with Jason Matzinger

July 24, 2025 • 40 mins
In this episode of the Boone and Crockett Club’s Heritage Of The Hunt podcast, host Jodi Stemler sits down with acclaimed filmmaker and outdoor television producer Jason Matzinger, the creative force behind the film Selective. Together, they explore how hunting has evolved over the years and dive into the critical role of selective hunting in sustainable wildlife management. Jason shares moving stories of hunting alongside his c...
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Episode 1 - Everything You Need to Know About The Boone and Crockett 32nd Annual Big Game Awards

July 22, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode of Boone and Crockett’s Heritage of the Hunt, host Jodi Stemler takes listeners behind the scenes of the Boone and Crockett Club’s renowned Big Game Awards. Joined by special guests, Jodi explores the rich history of the Club’s conservation legacy, dating back to President Theodore Roosevelt’s founding vision in 1902. The discussion dives deep into how the Club’s official scoring system for trophies has evolved i...
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A Legacy of Leadership: Launching Boone and Crockett’s Heritage of the Hunt Podcast

July 18, 2025 • 22 mins
In the debut episode of Heritage of the Hunt, hosts Jodi Stemler and Boone and Crockett Club CEO Tony Schoonen introduce listeners to the legacy, mission, and vision of one of America’s most influential conservation organizations. Founded in 1887 by Theodore Roosevelt, the Boone and Crockett Club has led the charge in shaping modern wildlife conservation, promoting ethical hunting, and protecting wild places for future generations....
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