6 Ranch Podcast

Recorded in Panama on a sailboat in a stunning saltwater bay illuminated at night with bioluminescence, this podcast goes into the adventure, technicalities and beauty of spearfishing for yellowfin tuna and reef species 7° north of the equator. Anthony Dooley from Life Below the Surface has guided spearfishing for three decades and he makes the short list of people I’d trust with my life in situat...

Ticks. Nobody likes them. They carry and spread diseases to people, wildlife and pets. This spread is made worse by misinformation about tick ecology and behavior. In this episode I sat down with Dr Thomas Mather, one of the nation’s foremost experts on ticks to dispel myths and help people learn what they need to do to prevent getting bit and infected by these terrible diseases. Check out more ar...

This is big. For the first time, a new product is being launched on the 6 Ranch Podcast (actually two new products from Spartan). AND we are announcing an opportunity for three people to join me next year at Avon Valley Safaris in New Zealand for a week of hunting with many species available. Check out the new gear from Spartan here Check out Avon Valley Safaris here

One of my favorite forms of animal art is gyotaku, the centuries old process of making prints using ink, fabric or paper, and the natural textures of a fish. Brandon has been practicing this art form for 16 years and it’s now his full time job— people from all over the world send him fish to make his prints. This episode is all about the combination of fishing, food and art. We all like that. Foll...

Tyler Hauk guides elk in some unique terrain which mixes the deceptively flat rolling short grass prairie of eastern Oregon and the unreasonably steep canyons that border them. He also used to take cruise ship tourists on trips to view bears and you’ll want to hang out until the end of the episode to hear that one. Trust me.  Follow his Instagram here . 

Silencers continue to be misunderstood. I sat down with the folks at silencer central to answer some of your questions: what’s the process to get a silencer? How long does it take? How do I pick one out? What are the benefits? Any downsides? We cover all that and a bunch more. Enjoy.  Get yours coming from Silencer Central and it’ll show up at your house in the mail before you know it. 

Marthe is the legend you’ve never heard of.  She skied from the sea ice to the South Pole on Antarctica. She skied across Greenland and the Northwest passage, dragging her gear behind her in a sledge, sleeping among the broken ice pressure ridges and the occasional polar bear with a WWII rifle for protection. Before any of that she was an Arctic Recon Ranger for the Norwegian Army. She is kind, th...

The folks at Federal developed a proprietary cartridge over the last six years that just launched. It propels a 170gr 7mm bullet at 3,000 feet per second from a 20” barrel. I sat down with Eric Miller from Federal to talk about this ammo. We are going to see more and more of these high pressure cartridges in the future. The physics and engineering behind it are fascinating. Enjoy 

Talking about one of the oldest IPA'a in the Pacific Northwest from the legendary Terminal Gravity Brewery, living in a van down by the river, and spending your last dollar on a Winston fly rod. This episode dips into the joys and struggles of living and recreating in rural communities. I'll bet you a pint you learn something.

From hunting for Claude Dallas in the Owyhee to covert operations to catch bull elk poachers in the wilderness, Bill Ables was a tough game warden for a thirty year career in the wild country of eastern Oregon. These are the salt of the earth stories that you've come to expect from this show. Enjoy.

Keely has investigated murders in the cartel controlled areas of northern California and many instances where government agencies seem to be trying to run ranchers off their properties. She has the purest form of courage and investigates wherever the truth leads her. In this jaw dropping episodes we dig into these stories. You can learn more about what she does at America Unwon . Fair warnning, th...

Vic Coggins started working as a wildlife biologist in the 60's and during his time gathered as much history as he could. He wrote a hell of a book about the history of wildlife and some of his stories during his five decades as a biologist. Listen in to hear stories of doing game surveys on foot and horseback, the history of mule deer, bighorn sheep introduction, whitetail and more. Great ep...

Legendary nice guy and sound engineer Bart Budwig. Lots of laughs in this episode. Enjoy Learn more about Bart at his WEBSITE . Listen to Bart on SPOTIFY .

Ever thought about turning an entire elk into jerky so the pack out would be easier? Joe Lewis did that. Ever wondered how to hunt cougars without dogs? Joe Lewis regularly succeeds. This guy is a no nonsense, tough as nails unconventional backcountry hunter. Check it out.  Learn more about CAT CALLS

Ever start a sentence with “Did you know that…?” Well my friend, this episode is for you. Five years in the making, set down with my dear friend Corryelle to talk about random animal facts. Nothing but a good time with lots of laughs.  Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NICKS BOOTS and use code 6ranch for a free gift. 

Michael Ridge, a true nomadic adventurer, shares his incredible journey of embracing nature and how a life of constant movement shaped him. From a challenging childhood to discovering native food systems like the wild carrot in northern Idaho, Michael's stories reveal a transformative perspective on life and the environment. Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NIC...

Joe Dawson is the kind of guy you’d want to sit down and have a drink with. That’s what we did. Enjoy the show.  Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NICKS BOOTS and use code 6ranch for a free gift. 

Laura and Jase are no nonsense people who care about their way of life and sharing it with others. In this episode we talk trapping, a blueprint for families who hunt together, and some epic stories of overcoming challenging hunting situations in the woods. If you haven’t heard of these folks before, it’s my pleasure to introduce them to you. Recorded from the heart of Idaho.  Check out the new DE...

This is the most incredible grizzly attack and survival story of the last century, and this is the only place you can hear it. Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NICKS BOOTS and use code 6ranch for a free gift.

With guest Joshua Makey, we unpack safaris, extending beyond Africa to places like northern Australia, and discuss how this mindset can revolutionize hunting experiences across America into epic adventures. Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NICKS BOOTS and use code 6ranch for a free gift.

Ever wondered why the 70 Series Land Cruiser tops the list of vehicles for doing cool stuff? Evergreen Off-Road shares the process of importing these the vehicles, transforming a part-time into a full-time business for overlanding. This episode is your gateway to the world of vehicle customization, as we talk about transforming vehicles like the iconic 70 Series Land Cruiser into beasts ready for...

Meat processors have almost had it with hunters. The skill in field dressing and meat processing has dropped to such a level that custom shops are increasingly closing their doors to hunters. I sat down with Jake Hines, a friend and professional butcher, to talk about ways hunters can get the most and highest quality meat possible. We cannot let these skills fade away. We cover tips and techniques...

Here’s my honest review of some of the gear I used during this hunting season. I’ll make $0 from any of these companies by saying anything positive or negative about the products. These are all items I’ve used personally and used hard in the field. Enjoy. Check out the new DECKED system and get free shipping. Check out NICKS BOOTS and use code 6ranch for a free gift.

Drew and Reed are professional photographers and videographers who have captured incredible stories around the globe. From Netflix's "Earth Storm" to National Geographic, they've navigated the complexities of filming in diverse locations like Saudi Arabia, Nicaragua, Australia and the American West. Their experiences range from zip-lining into volcanic craters to dodging rare b...

NOSLER made a new bullet. This is their first new bullet since the accubond. It’s a premium projectile specifically designed for hunting whitetail deer. I drove across the state to watch the first of these bullets get made, got to be the first non employee to shoot them, and recorded this podcast with John Nason and Madi Woodward to get into the nitty gritty details of what this bullet actually is...