Rookie Hunter

On this episode, Mike and Kelly chat with Aron Snyder. Aron is the co-host of the Grittybowmen podcast, the chief designer at Kifaru International, co-founder of Rokslide.com , a professional photographer, and all-round expert in backpack hunting, gear and survival. For more information on Aron go to:  www.grittybowmen.com/aronsnyderphotography This episode is sponsored by North Arm Knives. Go to...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly chat with Tammy Wood and celebrate 1 year of podcasting! Tammy Wood was a Top 8 Finalist for Master Chef Canada, an author, food columnist and host of Saucy's Got Game Cooking Show airing on Wild TV this year.  This is Episode 1 in our four-part series highlighting the BC Interior Sportsman Show. http://www.bcinteriorsportsmanshow.com For more information on Tammy a...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly chat with Jeff Lander from Primitive Outfitting. Originally from Washington State, Jeff moved to British Columbia in 1988. Jeff has been a bowhunter most of his life, and in 1994 he decided to pursue his passion and started Primitive Outfitting. He now guides hunts in both Alberta and British Columbia for some of North America's top hunters. For more information on...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly discuss their hunting plans for the 2017 season. This episode is sponsored by North Arm Knives. Go to  northarmknives.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com And follow us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast

On this episode, Mike and Kelly chat with Cody Rich. Cody is lifelong hunter and the host of the Rich Outdoors Podcast. His podcast features some of the biggest names in hunting and is an absolutely amazing resource for experienced and inexperienced hunters alike. Make sure to subscribe!  For more information on The Rich Outdoors, go to www.therichoutdoors.net This episode is sponsored by North Ar...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly sit down with Dr. Adam Ford. Adam is an assistant professor of restoration ecology and nominee for a Tier II Canada Research Chair. Dr. Ford has published over 20 peer‐reviewed papers on ungulate‐predator ecology in East Africa, trophic cascades, and the effects of disturbance on carnivores, deer, and elk in the Rocky Mountains. He is now leading new research on hum...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly reflect on an amazing year and look towards the future. Happy holidays from the Rookie Hunter crew!  This episode is sponsored by North Arm Knives. Go to  northarmknives.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com And follow us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast

On this episode, Mike and Kelly chat with Ryan Callaghan. Ryan is the Director of Conservation and Public Relations with First Lite and also a frequent guest on MeatEater.  Check out firstlite.com  for more information on First Lite clothing.  This episode is sponsored by North Arm Knives. Go to  northarmknives.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com And follow us on...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly sit down with Randy Workman, a man with a lifetime of experience and advice for new hunters. This episode is sponsored by North Arm Knives. Go to  northarmknives.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to w ww.therookiehunter.com And follow us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast

On this episode, Mike and Kelly get caught up after a busy month, talk about cooking, meat processing and answer a few listener submitted questions.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com And follow us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast  

On this episode, Mike and Kelly talk about meat processing and sausage making. Kelly also shares the story behind his first muley buck.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com And follow us on Instagram @rookie_hunter_podcast  

On this episode, Mike and Kelly do a recap of their successful trip to the Kootenay region of British Columbia, discuss plans for next year, and get ready for another mule deer in the Okanagan.   Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Recommended beer pairing: Steamworks Breweing Co. - Pumpkin Ale

On this episode, Mike and Kelly are joined by Garrett Marcon and Kevin Snider in the Kootenay region of British Columbia. This episode was recorded in camp, just hours after packing out a 7x7 bull elk. You'll hear some stories from the trip, details on Kelly's first white-tail and all the details on how they managed to bring home a monster BC elk.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.th...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly share the story behind their first muley buck and discuss plans for their week long hunting adventure in the Kootenay region of British Columbia.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com

On this episode, Mike and Kelly provide more updates from out in the field and Mike shares his mental battles while chasing mule deer.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com

On this episode, Mike and Kelly provide some updates from out in the field on the first day of rifle season in British Columbia. You'll also hear the very first listener submitted hunting story at the end of the episode. This story was submitted by Curtis Auger and you can follow his hunting adventures on Instagram @bornhunting This episode is powered by Dark Energy. Use the promo code "rookie10"...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly get geared up for bow season, chat about the Josh Bowmar spear hunting video, the recent Aryanna Gourdin giraffe kill photos and how these affect hunter reputations.  This episode is powered by Dark Energy. Use our promo code "rookie10" at checkout to save yourself 10% on all Dark Energy products. www.darkenergy.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.the...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly discuss ammunition, calibers, rifles and field dressing.  This episode is powered by Dark Energy. Use our promo code "rookie10" at checkout to save yourself 10% on all Dark Energy products. www.darkenergy.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Postmark -Saison Francaise 

On this episode, Mike and Kelly discuss conservation and fish and wildlife management  with Jesse Zeman from the BC Wildlife Federation. Follow jesse on Twitter  @ JZThinAir This episode is powered by Dark Energy.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Postmark Brewing - Spruce Tip

On this episode, Mike and Kelly discuss the Juan De Fuca Trail, backpacks, and what goes into planning a multi-day backpacking trip. This episode is powered by Dark Energy. Use our promo code "rookie10" at checkout to save yourself 10% on all Dark Energy products. www.darkenergy.com Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Four Winds Brewing Co - J...

On this episode, Mike and Kelly are joined by Kareem Shaya from Outpost Hunting. They'll also be summarizing this year's spring bear hunting and chatting about a few more gear recommendations.  Find more information on Outpost by going to OutpostHunting.com  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Four Winds Brewing Co  - La Maison

On this episode, Mike and Kelly are joined by Kevin Snider and revisit the wolf cull debate, discuss whether or not camo is necessary, more on the bear hunt and Kevin's background as a fellow rookie hunter.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Whistler Brewing Co.  - Whiskey Jack Ale

On this episode, Mike and Kelly discuss the introduction of BC's new online LEH system, scouting for fall hunts, turkey hunting and the first official black bear hunt. Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Four Winds  - Nectarous

On this episode, Mike and Kelly continue and conclude their discussion on essential gear.  Connect with the Rookie Hunter by going to www.therookiehunter.com Suggested Beer Pairing: Four Winds Brewing Co. 

On this episode, Mike and Kelly are discussing gear! This is part one of a two-part series and they'll be sharing recommendations from the Hunting BC forum as well as The Alberta Outdoorsman Forum.  Suggested Beer Pairing: Cannery Brewing - Stumbling Goat