The Journey Within

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Global Rescue's Associate Director of Security Operations Harding Bush. With 20 years of military experience as a US Navy Seal, Harding has been involved in and has seen many things civilians will never see. Hear about a few of those stories as well as a number of tips and information about traveling abroad. Lastly, learn about Globa...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Field Producers Thaddeus Tanner and Kelton Eldred. For starters, we hear their side of the story when it comes to the push-up battle with Jason Stone in Tanzania. Then, they share how they both got their start in the Outdoor Industry and what they do when they are not in the field following Mark around with a camera. If you want to b...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by his favorite PH (Professional Hunter) Jason Stone. Jason and Mark walk through why the Maasai Lands of Tanzania and the different species that inhabit the area are so unique. From Land Cruiser jokes to push-up contests with Field Producers, there is never a dull moment when Mark and Jason get together. Enjoy Your Journey!  Listen to...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by his father and favorite hunting companion Earl Peterson. With Father's Day right around the corner, there is no better guest to have on to share about their past hunting experiences together. Their most recent trip was to the Maasai Lands of Tanzania. Learn about the Maasai people, the travel experience and all of the hunting adventu...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by WTA’s Digital Marketing Director, Nick Filler, who manages the Sweepstakes initiative for Worldwide Trophy Adventures. They discuss the early days of the program and how it has evolved over time. WTA sends lucky sweepstakes winners on once in a lifetime adventures for just the cost of a few tickets. These trips are hand-selected by W...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast Mark is Joined by Kevin Burmeister. Kevin and Mark were recently in the jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula hunting Brocket deer and other jungle species with Balam Outfitters. This was Kevin's first time in the jungle. Not knowing what to expect, the food, the hunting and accommodations exceeded his expectations. It is truly an experience that is unmatche...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Julie Lund of Worldwide Trophy Adventures. Julie wears a lot of hats with WTA, but in this conversation, she is the manager of the WTA Outdoor Guardian Fund. Mark and Julie talk through the launch of this newly established 501c3 Non-Profit Organization for Conservation and the background of what it is and why it was formed. The Guard...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Justin Walker. Justin is the newest member of the Worldwide Trophy Adventures consultant team who brings a ton of knowledge not only in the field of adventures, but in the office with prior experience as an insurance agent for Global Rescue as well. Mark and Justin talk about his past experiences afield, some near death trips clients...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast Mark is Joined by Todd Nordeen with Nebraska Game and Parks, Jennifer Malmberg from National Wildlife Research Center and Worldwide Trophy Adventures CEO Ryan Watchorn. Recently the WTA Guardian Fund joined forces to collar mule deer to design a live testing method for CWD as well as study Mule Deer across Nebraska's landscapes. Enjoy the Journey!  Par...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Joe Griffin. Joe is not only an avid outdoorsman, but he works for the Elite Outdoor Sportsman's (EOS) group as a Sales Rep. When he is not working, he is a part of The Fair Chase, a team of hunters sharing their adventures. Joe's story starts off interesting having grown up in a PETA supporting family. Hear the story about how he ha...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by WTA Consultant Roger Jørgensen. Roger handles all of the European Worldwide Trophy Adventures trips. Today, Roger and Mark are talking about all things European hunting including talking about Mark's most recent hunt for the Eurasian Brown Bear in Croatia. Roger also shares some cool insight on upcoming hunting adventures he is sendi...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast Mark is Joined by University of Nebraska's John Benson and Worldwide Trophy Adventures' Ryan Watchorn. John Benson is a Professor of Vertebrate Ecology and shares a bunch about where he has been, the projects he has worked on and how he ended up at the University of Nebraska. Also, Ryan and John share about a most recent project that brings people toge...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Worldwide Trophy Adventures' newest Ambassador Pedro Ampuero. Pedro has hunted all over the world and shares his adventures on his YouTube channel. Mark and Pedro talk about a number of different adventures and what he is most looking forward to while working with WTA and WTA Tags. They also share some interesting stories from differ...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark is joined by Gary Cornum the Marketing Director at Easton Arrows and Sevr Broadheads. After a handful of hunting stories and seeing how Gary's year has been so far, Mark and Gary dive into a few different Broadhead and Arrow Setups for specific hunts later this year. Gary also shares some insights on new Easton arrows as well as hinting on new th...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, we are doing something a little different. This is the 100th Episode and we have had some amazing guests that have shared some crazy stories, so we are going to take a look back at the top moments from the past 99 episodes. First up, we hear the story of getting mauled by a Lion from Jason Stone. Next, we hear about Scott Limmer's Bongo hunt that turn...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by the founder of Buck Bourbon George Cummins. Buck Bourbon is a mineral, feed, seed and manufacturer of so many more outdoor products. George and Mark discuss the top Buck Bourbon products to use in the Spring, like On the Rock mineral blend and Top Shelf food plot seed. They also talk about Buck Bourbon's Distiller's Cut fiel...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by the founder of AVES Hunting--Rhett Strickland. Rhett not only shares the story behind the innovation of AVES waterfowl hunting gear, but he shares the ins and outs of his latest trip to Greenland to hunt the King Eider with the WTA Sweepstakes winner. The King Eider is the ultimate bucket list bird to add to a fowler's troph...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by Worldwide Trophy Adventures CEO Ryan Watchorn. Hear the story of how Ryan and Mark first met and the story behind Ryan becoming the CEO of WTA. Also, Ryan shares a little bit about what WTA is and all of its different pillars WTA has to offer in the outdoor space. There is so much more than meets the eye with Ryan and WTA. E...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by Worldwide Trophy Adventures Consultant Matt Gindorff. Matt helped Mark Peterson find the best location to hunt the Texanus Whitetail. The Texanus Whitetail species is found in south Texas and Mexico and is one of the smaller whitetail deer subspecies. This checks another deer species off Mark's Deer Slam list. Three Texanus...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by one of the best archers he knows, Worldwide Trophy Adventures Ambassador Chris Bee. Chris and Mark share their thoughts about the new Mathews Lift, an even lighter and faster compound bow. Mark and Chris share success stories from the past season while looking forward to hunts ahead as Chris will be headed to the Australian ...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by WTA Senior Consultant Travis Baker. With over twenty years in the Outdoor Industry, Travis is an expert across not only WTA's featured fishing opportunities (that they'll talk about during this podcast), but also North America Big Game, International as well as TAGS Portfolios--helping you draw that tag of a lifetime. Mark a...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by Joey Cheek of Salt River Outfitters. Mark and Joey discuss everything that went into the making of their newest project, "Stonewall Plantation" in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. The destination offers a unique quail hunting experience in Kentucky's hills and hollers only miles away from 98% of the world's best bourbon distilleries....

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by Phil Francone of Meindl USA. Meindl USA is the maker of hunting boots for every adventure. Currently their newest boot, the EuroLight hunter, received Field and Steam's Best of the Best award in the Traditional boot category and The Most Versatile hunting boot from Outdoor Life. Phil and Mark share a little boot talk on toda...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by Worldwide Trophy Adventures TAGS consultant Eric Schell. Eric and Mark discuss why Arizona and Wyoming are must apply for states for Elk and Antelope. The deadline to apply for Wyoming is January 31st and the deadline to apply for Arizona is February 6th. Don't wait! Give a WTA Tags consultant a call today at 📞 1-800-755-82...

On this episode of The Journey Within Podcast, Mark Peterson is joined by the Executive Director of Grand Slam Club Ovis, Jason Price. As the new Executive Director, Jason has already implemented changes and has begun work on major conservation projects. Learn about changes in Argali trophy imports, what GSCO is doing in France with mouflon and much more. Enjoy your journey!  Learn about Grand Sla...