In this episode, Jae Ellison interviews Brandon Maahs from South Dakota Game, Fish, & Parks about hunting, hunter education, and community building. They discuss shot decision-making, public land etiquette, essential gear for beginners, and how to get involved in hunting in South Dakota.

A huge thanks to Brandon for joining us for this episode!

Check out the SD agency website: Click Here

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

In this episode, Rachel Crume from Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources shares insights on hunter education, mentorship, and programs like NASP to encourage novice hunters. We explore strategies for building confidence, access, and community engagement in hunting.

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

In this episode, Scott Petrie, CEO of Pass It On Outdoor Mentors, shares insights on expanding hunting mentorship programs, overcoming barriers for new hunters, and the importance of conservation education. Discover how mentorship can scale and impact the future of hunting and wildlife conservation.

Pass It On Outdoor Mentors - Click Here

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

Join us as Jim Welsh, Yukon conservation officer, hunter education coordinator, and Canadian Ranger, shares insights from his epic 3,100 mile snow machine expedition across Canada's Arctic. Discover lessons on survival, community, and the parallels to hunting and outdoor skills.

Check out this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qm_HeJSgGzY

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

If you're gearing up for spring turkey season, check out the Turkey Hunting Fundamentals course. It's a great course and will help you get started without all the guesswork! Check out the course at certifiedhunter.com/courses.

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In this episode, we explore the multifaceted world of hunting, conservation, and community building with Morgan Evans from NWTF. We discuss the conservation success story of the wild turkey and how organizations like NWTF are fostering inclusive, impactful hunting communities.

A huge thanks to Morgan for joining us for this episode! If you'd like to learn more about the good work NWTF is doing, check out their website at www.nwtf.org.

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

If you're gearing up for spring turkey season, check out the Turkey Hunting Fundamentals course. It's a great course and will help you get started without all the guesswork! Check out the course at certifiedhunter.com/courses.

Show Notes:

In this episode, Jae interviews Carissa Daniels from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission to explore the motivations behind new hunters, the importance of hunter education, and how agencies can better engage diverse audiences. They discuss practical steps for beginners, the evolving landscape of hunting participation, and the future of hunter outreach.

A huge thanks to Carissa for being on the show!

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

If you're gearing up for spring turkey season, check out the Turkey Hunting Fundamentals course. It's a great course and will help you get started without all the guesswork! Check out the course at certifiedhunter.com/courses.

Resources from the show:

Check out upcoming educational programs in North Carolina

Show Notes:

Join us as Ron Fournier from Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife shares his lifelong journey in hunting, guiding, and conservation. Discover insights into moose hunting, guiding experiences, and how to inspire the next generation of hunters.

A huge thanks to Ron for being on the show!

Thank you to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

If you're gearing up for spring turkey season, check out the Turkey Hunting Fundamentals course. It's a great course and will help you get started without all the guesswork! Check out the course at certifiedhunter.com/courses.

Resources from the show:

Check out upcoming educational programs in Maine

Show Notes:

Funding Conservation in the US: Historical Roots, Modern Systems, and Personal Journeys.

In this episode of the Evolving Hunter Podcast, Jae sits down with James Burnham, a biologist at the US Fish and Wildlife Service, to explore the intricate system of conservation funding in the United States. From early market hunting practices to modern excise taxes, they unravel how these mechanisms support wildlife and habitat management today.

A huge thanks to James for being on the show!

A big thanks to our partners at CertifiedHunter! Hunter Education is a critical (and often required) part of starting your hunting journey. CertifiedHunter has created an online course that will help you get started on the right foot and meet your state requirements to purchase your hunting license. Visit certifiedhunter.com/evolvinghunter to get started!

If you're gearing up for spring turkey season, check out the Turkey Hunting Fundamentals course. It's a great course and will help you get started without all the guesswork! Check out the course at certifiedhunter.com/courses.

Resources from the show:

• Partner With a Payer - US Fish and Wildlife Service
• Georgia DNR Learn to Hunt Program
• International Hunter Education Association - learnhunting.org