On this episode of the Adaptive Outdoorsman Podcast, presented by Trackchair, we welcome Ben Myhre, longtime outdoor guide, conservation advocate, and member of the Coalition to Save the Catalina Island Deer. Ben shares his decades-long experience guiding hunters on Catalina Island and discusses the ongoing fight to stop the eradication of the island's historic mule deer population.

In today's episode, we dive into the history of Catalina Island's deer herd, the controversy surrounding California's plans to eliminate the population, and the role hunters have played in wildlife management on the island for more than two decades. Ben explains the challenges facing conservation efforts, the legal battles currently underway, and why he believes responsible wildlife management is critical for the future of hunting and conservation.

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To learn more about Ben Myhre and his conservation efforts, follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wildlifewestben/. For updates on the effort to protect Catalina Island's deer population, visit Howl For Wildlife at https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ and follow the Coalition to Save Catalina Island Deer on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/savethecatalinadeer/.

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On this episode of the Adaptive Outdoorsman Podcast, presented by Trackchair, we welcome Victor Bretting, founder of the Bretting Texan Ranch. Victor shares his journey from his Texan heritage to impactful conservation work. Discover how his ranch supports veterans and the community, and learn about ethical hunting practices.

In today's episode, we delve into Victor's background, the challenges he faced, and his path to becoming a passionate conservationist and supporter of the community. The conversation covers the importance of perseverance, community, and outdoor activities in fostering inclusion, as well as details about future plans for ranch expansion.

Thank you for tuning into the Adaptive Outdoorsman Podcast. Please leave a like and review on your preferred podcast platform. We're available on all major platforms! Don't forget to share this episode with friends and family. Stay adaptive!If you have questions, concerns, or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at theadaptiveoutdoorsman@gmail.com.For more about the Adaptive Outdoorsman, visit: https://linktr.ee/adaptive_outdoorsman. Look for the podcast on CarbonTV. Special thanks to our sponsor, Xtra Arm for supporting this episode.

To reach Victor and learn more about his work, visit: http://brettingtexanranch.com, https://www.facebook.com/btexranch, and https://www.instagram.com/btexranch/.

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On this episode of the Adaptive Outdoorsman Podcast, presented by Trackchair, we welcome Logan Shelley, founder of the Battle Branch Boys. Logan shares his inspiring journey with the nonprofit dedicated to fostering brotherhood in the outdoors. Discover how resilience, faith, and a passion for service drive his efforts to support adaptive and disabled outdoor communities through media and storytelling.

In today's episode, we delve into Logan's background, the challenges he faced, and his path to becoming a passionate hunter and supporter of the disabled community. The conversation covers the importance of perseverance, community, and outdoor activities in fostering inclusion, as well as details about future plans for fully accessible outdoor facilities.

Thank you for tuning into the Adaptive Outdoorsman Podcast. Please leave a like and review on your preferred podcast platform. We're available on all major platforms! Don't forget to share this episode with friends and family. Stay adaptive!

If you have questions, concerns, or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at theadaptiveoutdoorsman@gmail.com.For more about the Adaptive Outdoorsman, visit: https://linktr.ee/adaptive_outdoorsman. Look for the podcast on CarbonTV. Special thanks to our sponsor, Xtra Arm for supporting this episode.

To reach Logan and The Battle Branch Boys, visit: https://facebook.com/battlebranchboys, https://www.instagram.com/battlebranchboys/

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