The Silvercore Podcast with Travis Bader

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Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader speaks with Kyle Stelter, who is a past president of the Wild Sheep Society of BC and a director with the Wild Sheep Foundation.    Kyle and Travis speak to the allure of sheep hunting, having a good hunting partner and how to find one, pushing yourself to the limits, gear, and how you can help support conservation fo...

Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader speaks with Dylan Eyers from EatWild. They recount their recent hunting season highlights and discuss what firearms are a good option for beginners, some considerations when purchasing your first firearm such as calibre size and recoil, stainless or blued firearms, new or used firearms, and more. Tune in for answer’s...

Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with Ryan Steacy from IBI Barrels to answer all your questions that we received about rifle accuracy and precision.    If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who does, email us at podcast@silvercore.ca .  We would love to hear from you!   Topics discussed in this episod...

Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with jet boat instructor of University of Northern BC, jet boat tour and fishing guide, Robert Bryce. Listen as they discuss some considerations you should make before purchasing a jet boat and experienced based safety precautions when out on the waters.    Robert also talks about his interest in ghost towns in North...

In this episode of the Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader speaks with long time friend Jason Budd about his time serving with the British Army, the selection process for the SAS, training and deployment.    Topics discussed in this episode: Intro [00:00:00 – 00:01:41]  Getting into the British army [00:00:00 – 00:09:25] Working as a civilian in Europe [00:09:25 – 00:12:31] Enlistment & training...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with Brian Niska of Skeena Spey Riverside Wilderness Lodge in Terrace, BC. Brian is a fishing guide, certified fishing instructor and designated master castor and designer of the Metal Detector series of Pieroway rods.   If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who does, email us at podcast@silve...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with BC born fishing legend April Vokey about hosting her own TV show, working with MeatEater, and her latest community project for hunters, anglers and foragers called Anchored Outdoors.    If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who does, email us at podcast@silvercore.ca .  We would love to h...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with Silvercore instructor, Darren Maughan, to discuss what it takes to work as a bodyguard for some of the world's most elite. Darren recounts how he got into the world of executive protection, as well as some fantastic stories during his time working with Oprah Winfrey and the Australian National Cricket Team.   If you have a story that wo...

This episode is a little different from every other Silvercore Podcast to date as Travis Bader is interviewed by Agron Bajraktari on what it takes to succeed in operating a successful business in todays market.  Travis talks about starting Silvercore, overcoming adversity, knowing your worth and seeing the big picture. If you are interested in learning more about how Silvercore got started and wha...

Brief Summary of Show: In Episode 29 of the Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks Ryan Steacy, a six time National Service Rifle champion and technical director for International Barrels and they talk about the current state of service rifle, how to get into precision rifle series shooting, pro tips to help you with your marksmanship. As well as stories and adventures from working on farms, working an...

Travis speaks with longtime friend and Silvercore instructor Darren Maughan. They discuss Darren’s experiences as a professional hunter, preparing for an African hunt, firearm and calibre selection, the differences between North American and African guided hunts, what can go wrong and how to ensure it doesn't.    If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someon...

Brief Summary of Show:   In Episode 27 of the Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with Tony Bernardo of CSSA about what the Canadian Shooting Sports Association does for Canadian firearms owners. They speak on how the OIC has been used before and what the cure for the prohibition is, as well as raising awareness about the other parts to the OIC and what you can do to fight it.    The winner of the B...

In Episode 26 of the Silvercore Podcast, Travis speaks with 3 new hunters about thier incredible stories as they learn the ropes in adverse conditions. What these hunter discovered will stay with them for the rest of their lives.   Follow us: Podcast YouTube Newsletter Instagram Facebook Follow our Host Instagram: @ Bader. Trav Learn More about Silvercore Silvercore Club Online Training   Other Tr...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis sits down with Mark Stenroos who is the creator of the iHunter mobile app which allows hunters to see where crown land is in their area. Based out of Calgary, AB iHunter has made its was through all the provinces in Canada and into many of the US States.   If you are planning a hunt, want to find the best sites to forage for morels, or are looking...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader speaks with Ian Jones from The Canadian Prepper Podcast Podcast and discusses how he got into prepping and what he would recommend to others to have in order to be prepared for any eventualities.   If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who does, email us at podcast@silvercore.ca .  We would lov...

Brief Summary of Show: Learn how the pro's track an animal after it's shot. In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader speaks with Lindsay Ware of Science Dogs of New England situated in Maine, USA and discusses how she got into tracking animals for hunters with the help of dogs, different signs and evidence to look for when tracking and how you can teach your dog to track as well.  ...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader sits down with Shane Mathieson of Reliable Gun in Vancouver BC. Listen in as they discuss how Reliable Gun got it’s start, the recent OIC firearms ban and how it’s affecting business as well as how COVID has impacted gun sales and more!  If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who does, email us...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast, Travis Bader sits down with Paul Ballard and they answer questions from our listeners in our first ever AMA, Ask Me Anything Podcast. Listen in as they discuss hunting and fishing during COVID, answer questions submitted for our AMA including advise on GPS vs maps, how much to spend on optics, how to promote more youth getting into shooting sports and hun...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast Travis Bader sits down with Marshall Lowen, a master firearms instructor, Canadian military veteran, master of the hunt and elder in the Metis community. Marshall's Lakota name is M ázawakȟaŋ, which means "many guns". Marhsall shares with us some interesting hunting stories as well as his unique perspective on teaching firearms and hunting to indigenous gr...

Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast Travis Bader sits down with Backcountry Hunter and Anglers Regional Leader, Jenny Ly about how she got into hunting, ego involved in hunting, her role as a regional leader for BHA and her direction moving forward with Chasing Food Club.   If you have a story that would be of value to the Silvercore audience, or know someone who doe...

Brief Summary of Show:   In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast Travis Bader sits down with Spike TV's, Deadliest Warrior host, Geoffrey Desmoulin and they talk about how he became interested in firearms, his role as a court expert in a multitude of bio-mechanic and weapons related matters and his training program program, the Science of Violence.   Topics discussed in this episode:   Introduct...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast Travis Bader sits down with Eat Wild founder and BC Parks employee, Dylan Eyers. Join us while we discuss the current COVID-19 Pandemic and its affects on business and our planned hunting trips. We also recount misadventures and lessons learned on river hunts and white water rafting trips in a way that we hope you may learn from our experiences.  Topics di...

In this episode of The Silvercore Podcast Travis Bader sits down with Silvercore pro staffer and hunter extrordinaire, Paul Ballard to discuss gear for new hunters.  There are so many options to choose from it can be overwhelming, particularly to someone starting out.  We cut through the clutter and explain what you need, what you don't and where your money is best spent so that you can have a pro...

In this podcast Jimmy Hamilton from Vortex Optics and The Vortex Nation Podcast, talks about the history of Vortex Optics, the what you get in the different product lines, optics selection, field maintenance, pro-tips and what to expect from Vortex in the coming months.    With Covid-19 and social distancing measures, we are taking steps to ensure we continue to bring you the best content possible...