Untamed Heritage

Today Larry sits down with Luke Clayton from Luke Clayton Outdoors on Catfish Radio, and Jeff Rice from the Buck and Bass Ranch out in Lake Fork Texas.  The guys talk about the history and origin of wild hogs, hunting hogs, and even preparing and cooking the pork without fear of Trichinosis.  The group also discuss how the show “A Sportsman’s Life” came to be and what it is all about.

Larry is very particular when it comes to taxidermy work and the way his prized trophies are prepared and represented.  Today he sits down with Jon Wilson from Double Nickel Taxidermy to discuss the steps that need to be taken by the hunter right from the moment the shot is made in the field to ensure that your final trophy mount has the best chances to be top quality.

In these interesting times, things can change very quickly.  Larry sits down with Executive Director, Corey Mason, from DSC to discuss the diversity of the day.  Tune in now to get updates on the California Senate Bill 1175, information on the New Zealand Tahr Culling issues, more about Hunters C.A.R.E., and exciting updates about the 2021 DSC Convention.  Plus, things hunters should be keeping an eye on with continuing legislation here in the United States.

This week Larry is coming to us from the canopy of a giant oak tree out on the land where he spent some of his childhood years.  The giant limbs of the tree bring back memories of a simpler time, and the many days spent daydreaming of the hunts he might one day have.  Now, this is a place where Larry goes to think on, and plan for, his upcoming hunting trips.  What things should you be considering if you have an upcoming hunt?  Tune in now as Larry walks you through some of his planning stages to make sure he is prepared for hunting season.

There are currently a lot of urgent things going on in these trying times.  From pressing issues on anti-hunting, to the on-going crisis with Covid19, it is important to stay on top of the issues and get a handle on them before they get out of control.  DSC and the DSC Foundation are working hard to help protect hunters, legal hunting practices, and wildlife conservation.  Tune in now to hear the latest from these wonderful organization on how they are helping to combat these threats during the Corona Virus Pandemic.

Come gather around the campfire as Larry is joined by Don Richardson, Ted Simpson, and Chase Phillips.  The gang discuss some of their recent guide trips on behalf of Wildlife Systems.  The stories unfold and drift to their favorite types of hunts as the firelight dances around their faces and the nighttime insects and frogs sing in the background.

The effects of COVID19 has far reaching effects that create a domino effect across many more aspects of our lives than we might often realize.  The restrictions put in place on travel and gatherings not only impacts local businesses, but it also has a lasting impression on conservation efforts in countries that depending solely upon travel and hunting to fund anti-poaching and other conservation and wildlife management efforts.

Larry sits down with Nate and Carson from DSC as they talk about current hunts they’ve drawn for this year and reminisce about why they love hunting and some of their favorite hunts that stand out to them, even if it just involves a stick and string, or a BB Gun.  Plus, we get an update from them on DSC membership and its local chapter programs.

Larry sits down with Corey Mason from DSC to discuss the import and export of animals and animal parts.  Learn how some organizations have used the COVID19 crisis as a springboard to attack the legal hunting and trade of wildlife.

What does Larry consider one of the most magnificent animals on the face of this earth? Here’s a hint… they can weigh in excess of a thousand pounds and can stand nearly 12 feet tall from the tip of its nose to its toes when standing on its hind legs. It’s the Alaskan Brown Bear, aka the Kodiak!

In this episode Larry recalls a Grizzly trio of events.  Not grizzly as in gruesome, but three separate hunts for the Mighty Grizzly Bear.  Each hunt is a unique adventure, and they all have their highs and lows, and things to teach us along the way.  Larry discusses the key features that stood out to him on each of these individual hunts.

Turkey Hunting can be a rather fun adventure, and in this episode, Larry takes us on a journey through some of his favorite Turkey Hunts.  He discusses a bit about the history of Turkey Hunting, as well as some of his successes and failures while calling wild turkeys along his journey.

Larry leads us on a journey through three different adventures while hunting Axis Deer, Aoudads, and Nilgai Antelope. Also, we get an update from Richard Cheatham with the DSC Foundation on the international threats facing hunting today.

Larry adds more detail into one of his favorite hunting topics – Bears!  In last week’s episode he detailed what hunting black bears has meant to him along his journey.  Now, he sits down and talks about a lot of the specifics he focuses on during bear hunts including  hunting techniques; baiting; gun and ammo specifics; and his thought process.

Ever wonder what it is to hunt the black bear?  Larry recounts his first bear hunt, and the journey of successive hunts that original experience has led to over the years.  He details different aspects of each hunt, techniques used during the hunt, and even a few close calls along the way.  To this day, hunting the black bear is one of Larry’s favorite hunts to partake in when the opportunity presents itself.

Larry sits down with Corey Mason, Director of the DSC, to discuss current legislation in two different states that could radically change what animals hunters can and cannot pursue.

Larry visits the FTW Ranch and sits down with Tim Fallon.  The two discuss how the ranch came about, the sportsman all weather – all terrain marksmanship training and shooting school.

Following up with Larry, Gary & Steven Robertson, Craig Archer, and Eddie Stevenson as they are fresh off their coyote hunt and testing the new Burnham Brothers Coyote Call, while using Trijicon equipment and Hornady Ammo. Tune in now to to hear all about their adventures!

Gary & Steven Robertson with Burnham Brothers Game Calls are in the final stages of testing an new Coyote call they are developing for release.  The group is joined by Craig Archer and Eddie Stevenson as they discuss predator hunting and past calls.

Larry visits with Carson Keys and Nate Watson from the Dallas Safari Club.  Carson and Nate describe their individual roles within the organization, as well as discussing DSC’s new program, Wildlife Wednesdays.  Tune in now to learn more about what DSC is currently doing and how to find a chapter near you.