Podcast Episodes

On this week's episode Marcus sits down with Cindy Stites of Indiana. Cindy started on her journey into conservation eight years ago and hasn't looked back. Cindy spends a lot of time with national organizations, but more importantly is giving back at a local level with 4H shooting sports and as a hunter education instructor. The difference that Cindy is making across the board of hunting and conservation is truly inspiring. This is a great conversation that you're going to want to hear. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus chats with Chad Rischar of Florida. The guys talk about the landscape of conservation as it pertains to Florida along with Chad's job as a project scientist. Chad's job gives him a unique perspective and allows him to take a bit more of an analytical approach to conservation. Whether during his day job or his time volunteering, conservation plays a big role in Chad's everyday life. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus is joined by co-owner and co-founder of Smile Outside, James Jubran. Smile Outside is a 2% Certified Business that writes and publishes children's books all about conservation and the outdoors. James and his brother Luke saw a need for a children's book that told a real story about the outdoors and seized the opportunity. If you haven't already, be sure to check out their first set of books called the Conservation Series and their second set is available for pre-order now. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus is joined by Zach Snyder of Michigan. The guys talk about conservation at a local level in MI and how Zach got involved. Given Zach's position with a few different organizations in Michigan, he is pretty tuned into what's going on and how volunteers can help make a difference. Marcus also puts Zach on the hot seat with a very important question that likely many of us wouldn't want to answer. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus is joined by the owner of 2% Certified Business Refraction Guide Service, Ethan Demi. Ethan and Marcus cover a variety of topics relating to Conservation while managing to sprinkle in some hunting stories of their own. Ethan is the epitome of "Average people doing extraordinary work in Conservation." This is a great episode that you don't want to miss. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus is joined by Marcus Strange of Montana. The guys talk about Marcus being an adult onset hunter and that "ah ha" moment that sparked his love for hunting. They also discuss how Marcus went from a career in law enforcement to conservation and what that journey looked like. It's a great conversation about a variety of topics that you'll enjoy. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus talks with Greg VanDenBerg of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The guys talk about why Greg made the decision to start giving back to conservation and what hunting means to him now. They also talk about fundraising for organizations and the role social media plays in conservation. The guys cover a lot of great topics during their discussion. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On today's episode Marcus talks with Mark Haslam of Savannah, Georgia. The guys talk about Mark's family farm and all of the work they have done over the last 14 years to improve the habitat and deer herd by using QDMA practices. The passion that Mark has for whitetails and land management is second to none. This is a great episode for all of you whitetail hunters out there. Average Conservationist is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan and Ryan complete the 3 part series of their Colorado elk hunt. Back on Interstate 80, this time heading back to Iowa, the guys discuss the finial days of the hunt, the hunting gear they used, and what if anything they would do different next time.

They end the podcast talking about their elk hunting trip as a whole and whether or not is was a success.

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan and Ryan recap their first two days hunting elk in high-country. They discuss their introduction to deadfall and the difficulties of navigating the rough mountain terrain.

Then, the guys talk about their first up close encounter with a bull elk, the strategy involved, and Ryan's shot opportunity.

Be sure to keep a look out later this week for chapter #3.

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles Podcast, Dan is joined by his hunting buddy Ryan Eyberg as they speed down interstate 80 on their way to Colorado to hunt elk.

In chapter one, they discuss how they prepared for their hunt, both physically and mentally. The also talk about some of their gear choices any why they think they are important.

Lastly, the two chat about their expectations for the hunt. Whether or not they will kill or if their training will pay off. Stay tuned for chapter 2 and 3 coming later this week.

On this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, Dan is joined by public land hunter Josh Profitt. The topic revolves around Josh's aggressive approach towards bowhunting large tracts of public hunting ground. The guys discuss how he selects his tree stand locations based off of digital and "boots on the ground" scouting, how he uses trail cameras to find the caliber of deer he want's to chase come fall, and the details of his access routes.

If you are a public land hunter, this podcast is for you.

Brands mentioned include Exodus Trail Cameras, Ozonics Hunting, and DeerLab.