Episodes

We welcome Hana Erikson to the podcast to talk hunting, conservation and more. Hana is the Executive Assistant of the Wild Sheep Society of BC. This is an opportunity for us to talk about Hana's successful Stone's Sheep hunt, her many experiences in the back country, and what it is like to hunt with hounds. We talk about her first successful big game harvest and much more. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to hel...

Kyle and Peter sit down to talk about hunting, guiding, membership and more. Peter spends his fall in the mountains working for Arctic Red River Outfitters. He shares stories about his experiences in the mountains, his passion for the outdoors and of course the work he does as a WSSBC Director and Membership Chair. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a...

We welcome WSSBC Monarch Member and Spike Camp founder Chuck Peeling to the podcast. Chuck recently traveled to South Africa for a great hunt with Bosveld Jacobs Safaris. Kyle and Chuck talk about the South Africa hunting experience, Chucks fall hunting line up and the goings on over at Spike Camp. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter ...

Kyle welcomes Bryan Bailey and Glen Landrus to the podcast to discuss international sheep hunting, Washington wild sheep and more. Bryan and Glen own Bailey and Landrus Hunting Company and are renowned for guiding clients to big rams. The cover photo of the podcast boasts a 202" Bighorn that Glen and Landrus guided a happy client to. On this one we hit Bryan up on international sheep hunting. He has hunted all over the world including accompanying clients on their international hunts. Bryan sh...

We sit down with Vancouver businessman Sean Zubor to talk about hunting, gun rights, leadership, conservation and why we need to be a united force as hunters and firearms owners. Sean is the owner and founder of Stonehaus Realty with over $100 million in sales to his name. As a mentor and company leader Sean knows a thing or two about leadership. Sean is also a passionate hunter and an advocate for our way of life and ensuring the next generation gets to enjoy the privileges we enjoy today. We...

While at the Wild Sheep Foundation Chapter and Affiliate Summit XVI in Calgary we welcome WSF Ombudsman Wayne Henderson to Talk is Sheep. We are joined by WSF Chair Glen Landrus as we do a deep dive into Wayne's passion for all things wild sheep. Wayne is a determined mountain hunter spending many years running down his dream of taking all four North American Wild Sheep. Having grown up in the days of Jack O'Connor he became addicted to mountain game, particularly wild sheep. On top of that Way...

We welcome Dylan Forsyth to the podcast to talk hunting, conservation, family and more. Dylan has the distinguished reputation of earning the BC Slam, which includes a Rocky and California Bighorn, Stone and Dall Sheep. Few hunters in BC have done this and even less at a young age. We dive into hunting regulation changes in British Columbia, Limited Entry Hunting and more. Dylan, while having the reputation of being an accomplished hunter, is also incredibly passionate about conservation and gi...

We sit down with Weatherby President and CEO Adam Weatherby to talk rifles, sheep hunting, family, legacy and more. Adam is the third generation Weatherby to lead the company, one that started out by his grandfather Roy, as an ammunition manufacturer. Adam, has elevated the company to new heights, relocating from their Southern California origins to Sheridan, Wyoming. They have moved into a state of the art facility and grown to well over 100 employees all in the midst of a global pandemic. Ada...

Kyle welcome Chelsea Hansler to Talk is Sheep to talk about life off the grid, raising kids in the back country, hunting, hounds and hunting retreats for women. Chelsea grew up with hunting in her blood so when the opportunity came to live in a rural environment, she and her family jumped at the opportunity. Chelsea's day includes looking after her young family, running her hounds, surviving off grid in Northern Ontario, and fostering her passion for art and wildlife. Chelsea is a self-taught a...

We welcome Wild Sheep Foundation Secretary, 1Campfire Chair and conservation super-hero, Jann Demaske to the podcast. Jann comes from a died in the wool hunting family and although she has officially been kicked out of the <1 Club, Jann does not consider herself a hunter, let alone a sheep hunter. We talk about Jann's perspective on hunting and why communicating with the non-hunter i sone of the most important things we can do in this modern era. We dive into Jann's many roles she fulfills in a...

We welcome Wild Sheep Society Chris Barker to the podcast to talk all things wild sheep. We catch up op on the latest with the Society's projects, initiatives, membership promotions and events. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter or just starting, the MTNTOUGH app will take you to the next level. We've personally trained using the MTNT...

We welcome Grand Slam Club Ovis's Executive Director, Jason Price to the podcast to talk hunting, conservation and more. Jason, an incredibly accomplished hunter by his own right, talks about the important role Grand Slam Club Ovis plays in the hunting community. He discusses the GSCO lists and the benefits they bring to the species that those lists hold. Jason, dives into his personal journey to GSCO and how his time on "The Experience" made for a natural fit. We discuss the new agreement inke...

We welcome Women Hunt Chair Renée Thornton and Wild Sheep Foundation Vice-President Kim Nieters to the podcast to catch up on Women Hunt's Field to Fork course. Renée brings us up to speed on Women Hunt while Kim discusses her involvement with the Foundation. Kim dives into how she has spent three decades working for a hunter-conservation organization however she herself does not identify as a hunter. Renée discusses the Field to Fork Industry program through Women Hunt and we hear how Kim is e...

We welcome team Wild Sheep Foundation to the podcast to talk Auction Permits and the controversy around them. We bring Gray Thornton, President and CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation along with WSF Treasurer Charlie Kelly on to discuss recent developments with these permits. Gray and Charlie are at the coal face on the auction permit front. Recently Arizona cancelled their Desert Bighorn Sheep permit. With Charlie heavily involved with the state of Arizona he has a lot of perspective to share on ...

We welcome Justin Bentley to the podcast. Justin was sheep hunting in Northern BC and ran into the receiving end of a Grizzly sow and her cubs. This is a harrowing story about a live threatening experience with an angry bear. Justin shares this experience with us and gives us lots of things to think about when in Grizzly country. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Wh...

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Balzer, a dedicated outdoorsman who shares his passion for hunting, fishing, and family adventures. Justin takes us on a journey through his love for the great outdoors, emphasizing the importance of escaping the hustle and bustle of the lower mainland whenever possible. As the main character in the new film "SUBSISTENCE" by Fargone Films, Justin provides insight into the making of the film and his experiences while filming in the wild. We delve into the...

Greg welcomes Nolan Schneider owner and producer of Fargone Films to the podcast. Nolan has produced commercial, TV, and documentary work all around the world. Throughout his travels, he always felt a pull to the landscape and animals that his home province of BC had to offer. He grew up in the action sports industry and cut his teeth on waterfowl hunting in his early years. Now he has fully leaned into hunting as a lifestyle and way of life, providing for himself and his family. Nolan’s passion...

Greg and Kyle welcome Gabriella Hoffman to the podcast to talk conservation, hunting and angling, conservation politics and more. Gabriella isa media strategist, consultant, freelance journalist, policy analyst, and award-winning outdoor writer based in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. She currently serves as Director of the Center for Energy and Conservation at the Independent Women’s Forum and is host of the weekly “District of Conservation” podcast. Find Gabriella on instagram @gabriella_ho...

We welcome BC artist, conservationist and hard core hunter, Brogan Didier, to the podcast. Brogan talks about his inspiration for his art work, his love for the outdoors and we dive into hunting stories. His dedication to sheep hunting can't be questioned considering he harvested a Bighorn ram on a solo hunt in Northern BC. Brogan shares a fascinating story about a Stone ram he had started sketching. Subsequently he went on a Stone's hunt and ended up taking a ram that shared a close likeness t...

In this episode of "Talk is Sheep," we sit down with Tanis Barkman, a seasoned guide, as she recounts her harrowing experience during the BC premier sheep tag hunt. Tanis shares the gripping details of her encounter with a boulder that resulted in a devastating lower-body injury, leaving her stranded in the high alpine. With sheer willpower and determination, Tanis recounts the grueling journey she undertook to get off the mountain, facing unimaginable challenges and obstacles along the way. He...

Recently the Province of British Columbia released their proposed 2024-2026 Hunting and Trapping Regulations on the Angling, Hunting and Trapping Engagement (AHTE) website. This is an opportunity for you to comment on the proposed changes and we encourage you to do so. The Society has provided a brief explainer on a few of these proposals for your consideration. They can be viewed at: www.wildsheepsociety.com/proposed-changes-to-2024-2026-hunting-and-trapping-regulations/ The Society has revie...

We welcome Mike Drury to Talk is Sheep to discuss the evolution of Canada's newest hunting rifle, the Zenith. Mike is the owner and founder of Alpine Riflecraft, a company focusing on new lightweight rifles for the discerning mountain hunter. While meeting with Mike we discuss the evolution of the Zenith and his feelings of what is needed for the ultimate mountain hunting rifle. For more on the Zenith check out Alpine Riflecraft at www.alpineriflecraft.ca. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by ou...

Kyle welcome Ryan Holm, formerly the Director of Marketing for Mystery Ranch, to the podcast. Ryan provides a unique perspective on the recent acquisition of Mystery Ranch by Yeti and what might be in store for both brands. We dive a little into the ethos of Mystery Ranch and the evolution of the brand. Of course we discuss hunting, climbing and much more. Ryan also happens to be a lab rat for our Podcast Title Sponsor Mountain Tough. Check out Ryan @ryan__holm. Talk is Sheep is brought to you...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, I welcome La’goot Spencer Greening. Spencer is a Tsimshian leader, storyteller and academic and died in the wool hunter. Spencer shares his perspective around the importance of indigenous knowledge and stewardship of the land. We discuss the importance of bridging gaps between indigenous and non-indigenous communities. Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape an...