Talk Is Sheep

On this episode of Talk Is Sheep, Kyle sits down with Greg Rensmaag, President of the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia, for a candid conversation about leadership, conservation, wild sheep, and the responsibility that comes with stewarding one of the most iconic wildlife resources in North America. Greg has been at the helm of WSSBC through a period of significant growth and impact. Under hi...

On this episode of Talk is Sheep, we bring listeners inside a special WSSBC summer webinar featuring Chris Procter, Provincial Wild Sheep and Mountain Goat Specialist, for an in-depth update on the Fraser River Test and Remove project. Chris walks through the history, science, and results of this major wild sheep recovery effort, including the impacts of Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae — MOVI — on Fraser...

On this episode of Talk is Sheep, Kyle and Hana sit down with Joe Eppele, WSSBC Director, Chair of the Youth Committee, host of The Edge on Wild TV, former professional football player, and passionate advocate for hunting, conservation, and the next generation. Joe shares his story of growing up in Squamish, BC, where hunting, fishing, mushroom picking, family, hard work, and time outdoors shaped...

On this episode of Talk Is Sheep, Kyle Stelter is joined by guest co-host Jann Demaske, Chair of 1Campfire, for a powerful and timely conversation with Dan Gates, Executive Director of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. Colorado has become one of the front lines in the fight over hunting, wildlife management, ballot-box biology, predator management, and the future of science-based con...

On this episode of Talk is Sheep, Hana sits down in 150 Mile House, British Columbia, with legendary predator control specialist, houndsman, trapper, and wildlife management professional Dan Lay. Dan brings a remarkable and hard-earned story to the podcast. Raised in a predator control family, he grew up around hounds, traplines, cougar complaints, livestock conflicts, and the realities of human-w...

On this episode of Talk is Sheep, Hana Erikson is again joined by guest co-host Jann Demaske, Chair of 1Campfire, for a powerful conversation with Amy Schaffer of Branded Rock Canyon. Amy brings a remarkable story to the podcast: Olympic rower, wildlife professional, videographer, hunter, guide, and General Manager of Branded Rock Canyon in western Colorado. From the mountains of British Columbia...

n this episode of Talk Is Sheep, Kyle Stelter welcomes back Kyle Kamp for the second installment in our quarterly mountain nutrition series as we move closer to sheep season. With the dust of New Year’s resolutions behind us and mountain hunts quickly approaching, Kyle Kamp breaks down how hunters should adjust nutrition as training volume increases. From adding calories without overdoing it, to u...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, Hana Erikson takes over the mic from Branded Rock Canyon in DeBeque, Colorado, during the Wild Sheep Foundation Chapters and Affiliates Summit. Joined by Jann Demaske, Megan Costanza, Hadli Sorenson, and Dr. Helen Schwantje, this conversation celebrates the women helping shape the future of wild sheep conservation. From banquet halls and boardrooms to field projec...

In this episode, Kyle Stelter and Chris Barker continue their South African adventure from the Limpopo province with a story that neither of them saw coming. What began as a plains game safari quickly turned into a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt Cape buffalo — one of Africa’s legendary Big Five. Chris shares the full story of how the hunt unfolded: the unexpected phone call, the pressure s...

On this episode of Talk is Sheep, Kyle welcomes back Mike Drury, founder of Alpine Riflecraft, for a wide-ranging conversation on rifles, business, family, and legacy in the mountain hunting community. Mike shares how Alpine Riflecraft has evolved since its early days, from launching its first lightweight mountain rifles to expanding chambering options, barrel contours, and future product offering...

In this episode of Talk Is Sheep, the official podcast of the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia, Kyle sits down in South Africa with Riaan Jacobs of Bosveld Jacobs Safaris to discuss conservation, hunting, and the realities of wildlife management on the ground. This is a fascinating conversation about the role hunting has played in restoring wildlife populations across South Africa, the impor...

Fresh from the field in South Africa, Kyle Stelter and Chris Barker sit down on day three of their safari to recap the first leg of an unforgettable hunt in the Limpopo region. Recorded live on location, this episode captures the raw sounds and energy of Africa—from swirling winds and distant wildlife to honest reflections after long days in the bush. The two discuss the journey to camp, first imp...

This is the first episode in a new podcast series from the Dark Continent. Kyle Stelter and Chris Barker travel to Africa on safari, offering listeners a unique opportunity to explore conservation and the benefits of hunting in South Africa. Kyle and Chris are joined by Don and Tyler Stevenson at the Africa Sky Hotel in Johannesburg. On the eve of their ten-day hunt, the four discuss their expecta...

Karly Barker joins Hana at Wild Sheep Foundation’s Sheep Show for a great conversation about life on the water, forging your own path, and earning respect in one of the toughest working environments out there. Raised in the outdoors and shaped by a life connected to the coast, Karly now makes her living as a guide with Queen Charlotte Fishing Lodge. In this episode, she shares why a career in the...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, Kyle Stelter sits down with Kyle Kamp of Valley to Peak Nutrition for a practical and motivating conversation about building a nutrition plan for mountain hunting season. With sheep season only months away, this episode focuses on one of the most overlooked parts of preparation: having a plan. Together, they break down how hunters can identify their goals, whether...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, Kyle Stelter sits down with legendary outfitter Harold Grinde of Gana River Outfitters for a conversation about legacy, wild sheep, and a life spent in some of the wildest country left in North America. Harold shares his remarkable journey from guiding in the Yukon and British Columbia to becoming one of the most respected names in the Northwest Territories. He re...

Kyle sits down with Tanner Dannish, CEO and bladesmith at Frontiersmen Gear during the Alberta Chapter of the Wild Sheep Foundation's annual Bighorn Banquet. The two have a great discussion on a variety of topics, but front and centre is a discussion around Canadian innovation, manufacturing and production. We discuss the Wild Sheep Foundation Alberta's event and we look back at the Wild Sheep Soc...

Peter sits down with Jeffrey Nishima- Miller at Sheep Show in Reno. Jeffrey is a PhD Candidate Centre for Environmental Assessment Research and works for Xeni Gwet'in First Nation on the recovery of Bighorn Sheep.  Presented by: @sitkagear Supported by: @yeti @zeisshunting @frontiersmengear @onxhunt @stoneglacier @wild_tv @schnee_hunt @precision.optics @gunwerks

Recorded on the ground at Sheep Show 2026, this episode brings the energy of the show floor straight to your headphones as we sit down with Julie Chapman, Bryan Bailey, and Glen Landrus. Julie shares the full story behind an unforgettable adventure—a Washington bighorn sheep hunt she won through a raffle draw, then experienced alongside Baily and Landrus. From the moment her name was called to the...

This episode is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, leadership, and mountain hunting. Kyle sits down with Kip Fulks—Under Armour co-founder and the owner behind Bushwhack Guiding—to talk about what it really takes to build something that lasts. From the early days of scaling a global brand, to the hard-earned lessons that come from running businesses in the real world, Kip shares the mindset, risk...

Hana Erikson and Rebecca Peters sit down with Jann Demaske, Secretary of the Wild Sheep Foundation and Chair of the 1 Campfire program. Jann shares her story of how she found her way into conservation and hunting, how she met her husband, and how they introduced their daughters to hunting at a young age. She is humble, deeply respected, and someone who truly leads through service.  For over a deca...

Raised in an outfitting family, Jessie Young grew up where long days and hard work were just part of life. From owning and operating a cattle company to breeding tough, sure-footed mountain horses, Jessie’s roots run deep in Western tradition. But her story doesn’t stop there. Alongside life in the backcountry, Jessie built a career in nursing—bringing compassion, grit, and balance to everything s...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, host Kyle Stelter sits down with longtime conservationist and Wild Sheep mainstay Don Stevenson. From growing up hunting in Alberta to becoming a dedicated supporter in the wild sheep world, Don shares the moments that shaped his conservation ethic—and why giving back isn’t optional if we want wildlife to thrive. The conversation weaves through Don’s 27+ years in...

Sheep Week is here—and the Wild Sheep Society of BC crew is fired up for Sheep Show 2026. On the eve of Sheep Week, Kyle sits down for a raw, uncut podcast with Colin Peters, James Mitton, and Chris Barker to talk all things Sheep Show: the buzz in the air, why this gathering matters, and what makes it such a powerful meeting place for people who care about wild sheep and conservation. James share...

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, host Kyle Stelter sits down with Kyle Kamp (Mountain Tough) to talk about the often-missed edge in mountain hunting: nutrition that’s consistent, flexible, and hunt-proof. Kyle breaks down why macronutrients matter, how to build a plan that actually fits real life, and why autonomy and flexibility are critical for long-term success—especially when training for the...