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6 Ranch Podcast
Stories from folks with calloused hands. Natural resources and their science, agriculture, blue collar, hunting, fishing, shooting and adventure.
Episodes
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Big Woods Bucks, with Hal Blood
This week, I'm muzzleloader hunting in Maine with Patrick Hanley of Sig Sauer, as we record a joint episode of the Big Woods Bucks Podcast with host, Hal…
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Sleeping Outside with NEMO
This week, I'm in New Hampshire touring the headquarters of NEMO Equipment. NEMO is a designer manufacturer of high end, quality outdoor gear. After our tour…
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The Glass Episode, Joe Fruechtel
It's the glass episode folks, and this week, Joe Fruechtel and I are taking a deep dive into everything you need to know about optics. Joe is the Director of…
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Hockey and Hunting with Brad Marchand and Kevan Miller of the Boston Bruins
This week, I'm joined by NHL players, Brad Marchand and Kevan Miller, of the Boston Bruins. Brad and Kevan have been teammates for the past 8 years and have…
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Imperiled, Mule Deer Migration with Ike Eastman
The Eastman family has been been dominating the western hunting media for the past three generations. From hunting books to TV shows, Eastmans' Publishing Inc…
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Eric Strand, Waterfowl Expert
Waterfowl season is in full swing, and today I'm joined by waterfowl expert, Eric Strand. Eric fell in love with the sport at 15, and has been perfecting his…
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Andrew Bottrell, Hunting After War
Today is Veteran's Day, and I had the honor of sitting down after a bull elk hunt with adjunct instructor for Sig Academy and fellow veteran, Andrew Bottrell…
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Alan Kidner, Aussie Warfighter, Bowhunter, and Entrepreneur
Episode recorded on August 12th, 2020 When it come to gear, military grade doesn't necessarily mean good. It just means good enough. Alan Kidner, an Australian…
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Lessons in Leadership from the USMC
With the election just 9 days away, I think it's important to be able to recognize the good and bad leadership traits in the people we might be voting for…
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Kodiak Part 3
This week, I'm once again joined by hunting guide and videographer, Jordan Budd, as we wrap up the final chapter from Kodiak, Alaska. In this episode, Jordan…
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Kodiak Part 2
Ever wanted advice from the best shooter on the planet? Well, here's your opportunity. On part 2 of our Kodiak series, I am once again joined by pro shooter…
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Kodiak Part 1
Coming to you this week from Kodiak, Alaska, I am joined by Sig Sauer pro shooter and hunter, Daniel Horner, hunting guide and videographer, Jordan Budd, and…
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Devin Pettigrew, the Archeology of Archery
What lessons can modern hunters implement from ancient people? What practices have been forgotten? This week, I am joined by Devin Pettigrew, an archeologist…
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Gas Station Ammunition, Peter Howell
There's a lot to keep track of when preparing for a hunting trip, and sometimes your ammo gets left behind. Specialized cartridges can be difficult to find in…
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Rick McAlister, Astronomy for the Outdoorsman
Have you ever spent a night out in the backcountry, away from light pollution, and just been mesmerized by the night sky? As hunters who carry powerful optics…
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Python Cowboy
Florida's native wildlife has been decimated by invasive species such as feral hogs, green iguanas, and the massive Burmese python, a snake that can grow to be…
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The Sig Sauer Cross Rifle, Patrick Hanley
Patrick Hanely has spent a lifetime hunting Northeast game. He has been working in the firearms industry for the past 11 years and is currently the Rifle…
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Adam Hutchison, Fly Fishing's Nice Guy
Many anglers are picking up fly fishing for the first time this year, but buying gear for a new hobby can be intimidating. Luckily, my good buddy, Adam…
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Woniya Thibault, Buckskin Clad Artemis of Alone, Season 6
Woniya is the owner of Buckskin Revolution, where her mission is to empower people to live a full life through the teaching of ancestral skills. She was a…
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Bushcraft and Survival, Joel van der Loon, Alone Season 7
Joel is a unique and incredible survival expert and instructor. He grew up in South Africa and Tanzania and has spent a lot of time learning jungle survival…
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Jordan Budd, the Greatest Woman in Hunting
Jordan Budd does it all. She's a hunting guide, photographer, videographer, writer, cattle rancher, gear expert, and a total badass. She is the owner of…
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Rookie's Guide to Backcountry Clothing with Bam Marshall
Bryan Marshall, or Bam Bam, is a USMC veteran, a hunting guide, and owner of Wild Chaos, an outdoor lifestyle brand. He is also the founder of Wishes for…
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Black Fin Fishing Co, Cortney Boice and Derek Olthuis
Cort and Derek of Black Fin Fly Fishing Co. have caught fish in some of the most wild and remote places in the world, from Iceland to Argentina. They also…
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Bad Hunting Advice with Erica Gilliland
This week, with help from my friend and fellow hunter, Erica Gilliland, we answer listener questions about all things hunting. We discuss thermals, optics…
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Outdoor Leadership, Gary Thompson
Good leadership, especially on a backcountry expedition, is often overlooked and understated. But having strong leadership can be the difference between…
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Kokanee fishing for a former Navy SEAL
I need your help sharing this episode. I recently and briefly met a gentleman who was among the first Navy SEALs who was struggling to catch kokanee, and…
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Silencers, John Hollister of Sig Sauer.
John Hollister is the foremost expert on designing and explaining silencers after a 35 year career with them. There is no part of a firearm that is more often…
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Lake Flies for Trophy Trout with Kyle Bratcher
You'll know you have tied into a truly big fish if you start talking to yourself part way through the fight. If you want that fish to be a trout on a fly, you…
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Cody Rich and Ben Guttormson, modern and historical long range shooting for the practical shooter.
Impacting the lauded 1,000 yard target with modern and ancient firearms, whether to shoot an elk that's already been hit, and how to know the difference…
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Mark Owens and Todd Nash
This week, I sit down with Oregon State Representative, Mark Owens, and Wallowa County Commissioner, and my father, Todd Nash. We discuss agriculture, rural…
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The Sensational Stonefly, with Kyle Bratcher and Paul Pagano
On this week's installment of Fishcast Friday, we dive into the life history of the stonefly, an insect that every good fly fisherman should know and love. I'm…
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Kristin Retterath, Gathering Health
Have you ever spent a fortune on dehydrated food for your back country trips? Or wanted to become healthier but can't find the time? My guest this week…
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The Cavalier Caddis, with Kyle Bratcher
Welcome to Fishcast Friday. The second bug fly fishermen need to know about is the caddis. Their life cycle differs greatly from mayflies and stoneflies and…
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How to know if you need a new bow with John and Anieta Appleton of Alpine Archery and Fly
Every archer occasionally wonders if they need a new bow. Has technology changed enough to warrant the cost? If you get a new bow, how do you prioritize…
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The Marvelous Mayfly, with Kyle Bratcher, Fish Biologist and custom fly maker.
Part 1 of a series describing the creatures that trout eat, and how that translates into fly tying and fly fishing. This episode is about the mayfly, its life…
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Kevin Rogers, Veterinarian
Kevin has worked as a large animal veterinarian for his entire career, and that has lead him to working on some incredible animals like moose, grizzly bears…
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Ross and Jim from Switchback Outdoors
Want to start a successful hunting YouTube channel? These guys did it. I sat down to talk guns, bullets, bears, and YouTube with Ross Sevy and Jim O'Leary from…
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Bruce Wassom, jet boat legend and Sean Powell, renaissance man.
Bruce Wassom is one of the originals in the jet boat world. He is a living pioneer of whitewater rivers around the world and a fantastic storyteller. I wish…
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Welcome to the 6 Ranch Podcast
I wanted to take just a couple minutes to introduce myself and the concept for this show. A podcast is an interesting way to engage with people. Over the years…