Join us on this episode of The Broadside Podcast as we sit down with Margen Carlson, the new Conservation Director for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Margen dives into her role in shaping conservation policies, balancing human population growth with natural habitat preservation, and the crucial task of building trust with landowners. We also explore the challenges of balancing diverse perspectives in conservation efforts, discuss a significant $47 million funding package for...

n this episode, join us as we delve into the critical issue of hunting rights under threat in Colorado, and nationwide. Myself, Kelsey Ross, and Dan Gates from Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, engage in a passionate discussion about the attempts by anti-hunting extremists to ban hunting in the state of Colorado. Dan shares valuable insights and actionable steps on how we, as a community, can contribute to the defense of our cherished hunting traditions and rights. We also...

I was invited to the first Washington Chapter BHA Rendezvous event. I sat down with some board members of the Washington Chapter of BHA the night before the event that I had a booth at. I wanted to highlight some of the past achievements the chapter has made while also making sure to find out what conservation projects they had coming up in the near future. I was joined by Clarence Rushing, Mandy Carlstom and John Dykes in this episode and I hope you all enjoy the conversation. Also make sure...

Had a fun and awesome conversation with Andrew Scott Wills of Hawken horse about his career as a songwriter in Nashville, His love for the history of the mountain men and the life on the Frontier. We also get into some talk about black powder rifles and the history of them and hunting.

Returning for another episode of News updates and ongoings in the state of Washingtons hunting world is the one and only Kelsey Ross. She brings a great deal of knowledge and input on lots of the hot topics surrounding the fight for hunting rights and the conservation efforts by sportsman and woman.

This is part 2 of the youth hunt camp my family and I attended. I am joined by another batch of awesome kids along with a few more members of the staff. Im also joined by Moosie the owner of Catch and Release Camo. The band and artists from the concert held at the camp and a special message at the end from a father of one of the kids who you heard from in part 1. Thank you all for listening and be sure to head over to my website and use code ”liltitan10” for a discount on your entire cart...

I got invited to attend a non profit youth hunt camp and was asked to record a podcast there. While I wasn’t sure what to expect. Everything exceeded my expectations. The company, kids, hosts, land owner and everyone involved have really created a great family environment for Kida and people of all ages to get in the woods and disconnected from the grid. I want to thank all involved and I hope I captured some of the greatness of this camp in this part 1 episode.

As a new style of news and updates I would like to have Kelsi Ross from the Conservation Coalition of WA join us regularly to help keep everyone up to date and informed on the issues at hand with hunting rights and legislative actions going on in the PNW. This episode we hear from Kelsi on different bills and policy in the fish and wildlife commission. There is also some information on a leaked email and the introduction of grizzlies to the north cascades.

Join Casey Sainsbury and I around the fire to talk about life. If there was to be a topic of discussion in this episode I would have to say it’s mostly about life choices, mental health and just overall what it’s like to be human. As men we aren’t perfect in our efforts and all we can hope for is to learn from out mistakes. this episode is a great example to look into how we can all grow together.

It’s been over a year since we have checked in on Justin Door and his quest for harvesting a turkey in 49 states that hold huntable populations of Turkey. While this is a tale of the travels to accomplish this goal, the conversation is more than just notching Tags. We dive into a look at what great people you might run into in this country if you just turn off the news. So check it out and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.  Elliott Outdoors.com

Join host Andy Elliott in a captivating episode of The Broadside Podcast as he delves into the world of hunting, business, and conservation with special guest Ross Sharp. Ross shares his rich hunting experiences, from his early days in Washington to encounters with game wardens and the therapeutic impact of hunting on terminally ill children. Discover the heartwarming journey of Ross’s side project, Crazy Elk, where he combines passion and philanthropy by creating products and donating...

The Conservation Coalition of Washington has quickly became a name people are learning not only in Washington, but all around the country. This episode highlights the work done by the Coalition, along with upcoming goals and a short recap of the last Fish and Game commission meeting in Washington state. All that and more while joined by Mike Herz, Josh Caple, Dane Czarnecki, and Kelsi Ross of the Coalition. Bucked UP!  Code: Outdoors10

I am joined by Kelsey Ross of the Conservation Coalition of Washignton and Brian Lynn the Washington state representative of the Sportsman's Alliance. After the latest fundraiser in here in Washington in Centralia to raise money for the legal battle that Sportmans Alliance is participating in with the Commission and States anti hunting push, I wanted to get Brian on to chat more about the organization and what they do, a recap of the event, a look into future events along with the current...

I sit down with Dj Scadlock to talk with him about  his pending Washington state record bull elk.  The conversation starts there and then covers the rollercoaster of emotions from the time I drew the tag to now his trip to Puyallup to enter it into the record book. We also cover the topic of the Titan Outdoors youth hunting camp. It's coming up again and the banquet is as well. Check out the links below for more information on the camp and how to get your little one entered for next...

A season recap and fireside chat with my brother in law Jared Grubenhoff and his good friend and hunting partner Austin Cain of OTC Outdoor Production . We cover the 2023 season and their success that they found along with the story of Austin drawing an OIL tag in Washington state and the first hand experience that it was to hunt Mountian Goats here in the pacific north west.

I am joined by Sue Tidwell the author of the book Cries of the Savanna. After finishing the book I became very interested in learning more about the conservation efforts in Africa. Sue and I chat a bit about her experience there and the efforts to help not only save the wildlife but the way of life for the locals. We tie a lot of that into the anti hunting and image of hunting  here in the states. Thanks for listening and links will be below for ways to find the book.

After the last Commission meeting here in Washington Joel Swecker, the owner of Blackriver Taxidermy organized a pint night for those who showed up at the meeting to mingle afterwards. I joined everyone there and showed up with my equipment and invited some hunters who happen to attend the meeting to sit down with me and talk about what they thought about the meeting, and think about the current Climate here in Washington State when it pertains to Hunting.  Joining me for a chat was some...

I get to finally sit down and have a good conversaion with the Next Generation Hunter, Will Christisom. Will wasn't really raised in a hunting family and found the lifestyle later on in life. He is a memebr of the Conservation Coalition of Washington and a conservationists. We talk about his youth and the life he grew up in and his transition into hunting and providing wild meat for friends and family.    Elliott Outdoors https://www.instagram.com/elliott__outdoors/   Will...

I am joined by Will Matsumoto, the founder and president of WORN (Washington Offroad Recovery Network). WORN is a 501c3 Non profit in Washington state specializing in the recovery of vehicles in areas that first responders or tow trucks cant get you out of. With 10,000 volunteers state wide, they have a network of people ready and willing to save the day if you find yourself having slid off the road or experiencing vehicles problems in an area off the beaten path. The number and links posted...

Jake and I sat down to talk about the lifestyle, gear, diet, supplements, and equipment that can help propel you to a better you. Jake is a strength coach with the Seattle Kraken profesiional hockey team as well as a strength coach for sportsman and woman. Jake is a hunter and angler and has some great tips and strategies to help improve your health and fitness in the woods.

On this episode a group of us were thrilled to be joined by Bart George. Bart is the Wildlife Program manager for the Kalispel trip, a licensed guide and hound hunter in Idaho. He also has been part of a very interesting research project in North East Washington. We dive into what that research is and also try to get as much great information out of Bart as we can. He has alot to offer. I really enjoyed this chat and look forward to more time chatting with Bart.

I drove over the cascades to Black River Taxidermy to meet with Joel and discuss all things taxidermy related,  from tips and tricks for guys in the field and the tools to help preserve your trophy, to understanding the laws pertaining to CWD and Washington State. We hear about a close encounter with a grizzly bear and great advice when planning on taking an animal in for taxidermy work.

On this episode i am joined by Marie Neumiller of the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council, Mike Herz a sitting board member of the American Bear Foundation Washington Chapter, Jake Collier of One Outdoors. All, including myself members of the new Conservation Coalition of Washington. We got the opportunity to sit down and ask some questions to former WDFW Commissioner Kim Thorburn. She has been a strong advocate for hunting and its use in conservation and was one of few who stood strong to...

I am joined by Justin of Backcoutnry hunters and Anglers Armed Forces Initiative, and Garrett who volunteers with Rally Point Outdoors. We chat a little bit about their respective organizations and the impact that they have on the veterans they are helping and the mental health benifits they see in hunting and the outdoors when it comes to this countries veterans.