
Travis Bader, host of The Silvercore Podcast, discusses matters related to hunting, firearms, hiking, outdoor adventure, success, health and more with the people and businesses that comprise the community all from a uniquely Canadian perspective. Join the Silvercore Club: https://www.silvercore.ca/club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silvercoreoutdoors/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@silvercoreclub YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/silvercoreca Travis Bader Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bader.trav/ Website: https://silvercore.ca Email: podcast@silvercore.ca
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Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Ep. 154: Sheep Hunting, Grizzly Bears & the Outdoor Community
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Recorded live at the Wild Sheep Society of BC's Western Hunting Expo, this episode brings together industry leaders and passionate outdoorsmen to discuss the evolution of hunting, firearms policy, and conservation efforts. Join Travis Bader, Sean Zubor, and Joe Eppele as they explore the deeper meaning of hunting beyond the harvest, the importance of unified advocacy, and the shifting societal views on outdoor traditions. From grizzly bear conservation to firearms legislation and the camaraderie of the hunting community, this conversation pulls no punches. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to the outdoors, this episode will change the way you think about the future of our wild spaces.
🔹 Inside This Episode:
✅ The real impact of the Wild Sheep Society on conservation
✅ Why hunting is seeing a resurgence (and why that matters)
✅ The firearms debate – is it really about public safety?
✅ Grizzly bear populations, conservation, and human-wildlife conflict
✅ How hunting unites people from all walks of life
✅ Why protecting outdoor traditions requires a different approach
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https://www.wildsheepsociety.com/
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Episode Highlights & Timestamps:
[00:00:00] - Introduction: Wild Sheep Society Expo & Beretta Group Partnership
[00:02:10] - How hunting brings people together from different backgrounds
[00:04:04] - What the Wild Sheep Society really does for conservation
[00:09:57] - Why is hunting becoming “cool” again?
[00:13:17] - Hunting as the ultimate equalizer – shared struggles, shared rewards
[00:17:41] - The mental clarity that comes from hunting & being outdoors
[00:30:07] - The problem with banning grizzly bear hunting
[00:35:59] - Do ravens lead hunters to success? A theory on birds & gut piles
[00:42:55] - The "death by a thousand cuts" approach to firearms bans
[00:50:38] - Why logical arguments won’t work against emotional policy-making
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