Boone and Crockett's Heritage Of The Hunt Podcast

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...

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 t...

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...

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...

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...

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 d...

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...

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 mount...

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 Conservati...

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...

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 a...

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...

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. Kristi...

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...

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...

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 th...

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 st...

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 s...

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...