Episodios

  • Truth About Fur Ep. 2 - Snare Ban, Wolverines and Mink Farming

    Truth About Fur Ep. 2 - Snare Ban, Wolverines and Mink Farming
    Jun 28 2024
    This episode covers various topics including the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus outdoor symposium, National Seal Products Day, the ban on snaring for licensed trappers in PEI, the ban on mink farming in BC, and the presence of chronic wasting disease in British Columbia. The conversation also touches on the importance of the fur industry in agriculture, the role of trappers in wildlife disease management, and a study on wolverine density. This part of the conversation discusses the conservation concerns surrounding wolverines and the need for reducing incidental trapping deaths to maintain stable populations. It also highlights the importance of trappers in wildlife management and the potential risks they face from anti-fur protesters. The conversation concludes with a reminder to support the fur industry and upcoming events like the BC Trappers Association rendezvous and the June fur sale. Fashion designer Marc Jacobs. Instagram @marcjacobs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 25 m
  • Around Canada - Ep. 75 - Bury The Polar Bear?

    Around Canada - Ep. 75 - Bury The Polar Bear?
    Jun 18 2024
    This episode covers various stories related to bears, deer, moose, and gun ranges in Canada. The first story discusses the impact of tourism on grizzly bears in British Columbia, highlighting how tourists can disrupt their feeding patterns. The second story focuses on the tragic death of a famous white grizzly bear in Yoho National Park due to a collision with a vehicle. The episode also touches on the controversy surrounding the display of a mounted polar bear in Yellowknife and the decline of moose populations in Nova Scotia and Manitoba. Additionally, it mentions the decrease in the number of shooting ranges in Canada since the gun confiscation program was announced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 m
  • Episode 121 - The Flush is the Rush with Perry McCormick

    Episode 121 - The Flush is the Rush with Perry McCormick
    Jun 15 2024
    Perry McCormick, president of Pheasants Forever Canada discusses the importance of habitat diversity for pheasants and other bird species. He highlights the need for shorter cover and the benefits of vegetation diversity. The conversation also touches on the impact of landscape changes, such as the transition from smaller farms to commercial farms, the use of pesticides, and the development of green infrastructure like wind turbines and solar farms. Perry emphasizes the importance of conserving ditches and right-of-ways as valuable habitat and the need for awareness and education on their natural benefits. The conversation concludes with a discussion on favorite pheasant recipes and the role of hunters in conservation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 30 m
  • Episode 120 - Grizzly Bear Reintroduction with Dr. Michelle McLellan

    Episode 120 - Grizzly Bear Reintroduction with Dr. Michelle McLellan
    Jun 7 2024
    Dr. Michelle McLellan delves into the reintroduction of grizzly bears into the North Cascade ecosystem in Washington state, exploring the challenges, implications, and potential impact on the ecosystem and neighboring regions. The discussion covers the history of grizzly bear reintroduction, genetic diversity, habitat quality, and the potential for bear migration across borders. The conversation delves into the challenges and considerations surrounding the reintroduction of grizzly bears in British Columbia and Washington State. It explores the social, political, and ecological dimensions of this issue, highlighting the need for funding, public support, and wildlife management strategies. The conversation also touches on the impact of human-wildlife conflict and the importance of coexistence with apex predators in the ecosystem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 14 m
  • Ep. 16 - Our Stories Connect Us All - Wild Game in Restaurants with Chef Michael Hunter

    Ep. 16 - Our Stories Connect Us All - Wild Game in Restaurants with Chef Michael Hunter
    May 31 2024
    Chef Michael Hunter muses about his background as a chef and book author, his personal philosophies as a chef and hunter, and the changing perception of hunting in the culinary world. He believes that showcasing the food aspect of hunting is educational and inspiring, and it has encouraged more people to take up hunting. He also discusses the blending of cooking and hunting in the hunting community and its impact on the perception of hunting. Chef Hunter expresses his desire to be able to share wild game with customers in his restaurant, but there are strict regulations and processes that make it difficult. He also talks about the importance of simplicity in cooking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 m
  • Short Truths Canada Ep. 10 - Is Bating Bad for Bears?

    Short Truths Canada Ep. 10 - Is Bating Bad for Bears?
    May 31 2024
    In this episode Mark explores some of the central questions around bear baiting including, Is the use of artificial bait bad for a bear's health? Does baiting cause bears to become more aggressive towards humans and does baiting cause bears to stop foraging naturally? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 m
  • Truth About Fur Ep. 1 - Fur Prices and the Seal Hunt

    Truth About Fur Ep. 1 - Fur Prices and the Seal Hunt
    May 21 2024
    Welcome to Episode 1. In this episode, Doug and Mark introduce the show, the premise behind it and then provide updates on recent fur prices and the drivers behind the changes as well as providing a recap of the spring 2024 seal hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 10 m
  • Around Canada Ep. 74 - Wolf-Dog

    Around Canada Ep. 74 - Wolf-Dog
    May 17 2024
    In this episode Mark covers changes to fall migratory birds' flights, caribou and the pinnacle of perfection for the white-tailed deer, the mystery of coho deaths solved, Montreal deer control, ducking hunting in the NWT, who's fault is the bass, the transfer of Haida Gwaii, conservation success and the Coombs wolf-dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 m