Looking for the best Christmas gift ideas for hunters? This episode breaks down outdoor-tested, hunter-approved gifts for him, her, and kids — including apparel, boots, knives, optics, wild game cooking gear, stocking stuffers, and budget-friendly options.

Whether you're shopping for a lifelong hunter, a new outdoorswoman, or kids who love getting outside, this guide is packed with real recommendations we use in the field.

In this episode, I cover gift ideas like:

Ollin (code: Reckoning for 10% off)

FHF Gear bino harnesses & chest holsters
Crispi boots
First Lite apparel
SheepFeet orthotics + Hideout Hoodie (code: Reckoning for 10% off)
JetBoil + camp accessories
Montana Knife Company
MTN OPS performance essentials (code BRITT for 20% off)
Kids hunting gear, calls, BB guns, backpacks & more
Budget-friendly + stocking stuffer ideas
AND unique, sentimental outdoor gifts they'll actually use

Plus: nutrition picks, hunting lifestyle gifts, and options for the glam girls who hunt.

This Christmas gift guide is perfect for:
• Hunters who "already have everything"
• Outdoorsmen & women
• Homesteaders, hikers & anglers
• Kids who love exploring
• Families who want to get outside together

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

49:00 - Product Flops & Final Thoughts

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#100: We're kicking off a new season of Reckoning with stories from the Utah General Archery Deer Hunt — from solo days in the mountains to family hunts and the lessons that come with both. Brittney shares how she juggles hunting season with mom life, creative work, and keeping meals wild and healthy.

Plus, she answers listener questions about finding balance between solo hunts and family hunts, staying grounded during busy seasons, and her favorite ways to cook wild game this fall.

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - What's to come

6:26 - Utah General Archery Deer hunt recap

9:08 - balancing kids sports and hunting

12:00 - solo hunting and reflections

15:50 - elk encounter

21:35 - Ad break: Ollin & MTN OPS

25:44 - Mom and son General Archery Deer hunt

30:15 - General Archery Deer hunt big target mule deer recap and finishing out the season

41:32 - Ad break: SheepFeet

43:50 - How our Utah hunting went all together

46:43 - What's to come this season

47:22 - Listener questions

49:09 - How do you balance hunting as family time versus personal time? I love taking my kids out, but sometimes I miss those quiet solo hunts.

53:41 - I've got a freezer full of venison and wild turkey, but I'm running out of ideas beyond the basics. What's one of your favorite creative or healthy wild game recipes?

57:00 - Final Thoughts

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#99 - Join me and my husband, Cody, for a raw, unfiltered, and laugh-filled conversation recorded right from camp during the opening weekend of the Utah Archery Deer Hunt. With the sound of aspen trees in the background, we share almost 20 years of hunting memories, adventures, and what it's really like to be a couple in the outdoors.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Our most frequently asked questions about hunting as a couple

• Our favorite moments on hunts together and lessons learned

• A little bit of "couples therapy" as we reflect on past hunts together 🤣

• Cody's powerful health and wellness journey over the last few years—and what has transformed for him in the past six months

• Why health and fitness matter for hunters in and out of the field

• Real talk about mindset, marriage, and outdoor life

Whether you're here for gear talk, relationship laughs, or inspiration for your own health journey, this episode delivers. It's a behind-the-scenes look at our life, our hunts, and what keeps us coming back to the mountains together.

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#98 - In this episode of Reckoning, host Britt sits down with hunter and outdoorswoman Nicole Martinez to share a complete gear guide for female hunters. From layering systems and weather-specific apparel to backpacks, optics, and the small-but-critical accessories that make hunts more comfortable and successful, they cover it all. Learn how to choose hunting gear designed for women, what's worth the investment, and how to pack for different types of hunts. Plus, hear personal stories from the field, lessons learned from real hunting adventures, and how the right gear impacts safety, performance, and confidence. Whether you're a first-time hunter or a seasoned outdoorswoman looking to upgrade your setup, this episode is your ultimate resource.

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#97: This week, we're rewinding one of the most inspiring conversations we've ever hosted. I sat down with Jeremiah Doughty, founder of From Field to Plate, and what unfolded was a journey from the field to the kitchen—literally.

Jeremiah turned a childhood spent in the outdoors and a life-changing beef allergy into a passion for wild game cooking. He started a blog to share recipes, stories, and practical butchering tips—and eventually built a hands-on, 4-day hunting, butchering, and cooking school in South Texas. He's now reached hundreds of new and seasoned hunters, helping them honor the entire harvest and respect the food they've taken.

In this episode, we cover everything from how to eliminate gamey flavors and retain meat's natural flavor, to why "the real trophy is the one you put on your plate." Whether you're preparing for fall hunting season—or just curious about how to elevate wild game in your kitchen—this one's full of inspiration and practical tips.

If you missed it the first time or just want to dive back in, now's your chance. It's one of those episodes that's just as good the second time around. (Orginial Airdate: 8/12/21)

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#96 - Today's is two sisters, shooting the shit in the best way. Chandice and I sat down for what started as a casual catch-up and turned into a raw, hilarious, and surprisingly deep conversation about body image, confidence, sobriety, mocktails, childhood memories, and even bikini breakthroughs.

She shares her memories outdoors and hunting with our Dad. Her mocktail recipes for gameday and 3 camping recipes that her family always goes back to for camping at the lake.

This may be the episode to send to the women in your life or listen and learn.

Aside from being my sister, Chandice Probst is the bubbly personality behind both This Vivacious Life and Holiday Food and Fun and COO & Sponsorship Director of Tastemaker Conference. And a badass wife and mom.

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Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:50:00 - Final Thoughts

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#95 - Mike Pritchett is the founder of Kids With Disabilities Adventures — a nonprofit dedicated to helping kids with disabilities and their families experience the outdoors through turkey hunting, big game, and fishing trips.

In this heartfelt episode, Mike shares how the organization got started, the stories that fuel him, and the incredible impact it's had on children, parents, and volunteers.

We also talk about fatherhood, mindset, and how the outdoors can heal and connect. Mike even shares his go-to fish recipe for your next lake trip — and yes, it'll convert even the pickiest eaters.

Whether you love hunting, community-driven work, or just a dang good story, this one's for you.

BONUS: Want to hear from the teachers, volunteers, and Forest Service staff who've been part of KWD? Watch the Voices from the Field bonus video here →

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