Show Notes
On this episode of Wasp Week, Dan Johnson sits down with longtime bowhunter, guide and outfitter Fred Eichler for a wide-ranging conversation about a life shaped by archery and adventure. Fred shares how he moved from Florida to Colorado, learned the trade in archery shops, and set his sights on the North American Super Slam. He also recalls a self-guided Alaska caribou hunt with his recurve—and the close calls that come with hunting big game around the world.
Dan and Fred talk about what technology has changed in hunting, why Fred believes hunters should keep practical outdoor skills sharp, and how hard work can still open doors on public land. They discuss the pressure to chase bigger trophies and make the case for centering hunting on the experience, time outdoors, wildlife management and putting healthy meat in the freezer. Plus, Fred tells the unforgettable story of an alligator grabbing his knee—and explains why the challenge and close encounters are what keep him bowhunting.
