Episode 30 - Hard Truths of Conservation: Bison, Bears, and the Science Behind Season Four

2026-01-09

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What really keeps wildlife thriving—and why hunters, science, and communities all matter now. Season four of The Hard Truths of Conservation is here, and this conversation sets the tone for what may be the most ambitious season yet. Dan Cabela joins Hunt Fish Freedom to break down the real work happening behind wildlife conservation—far beyond headlines, emotion, or social media soundbites. Explore how modern conservation actually functions on the ground, from relocating American bis...

What really keeps wildlife thriving—and why hunters, science, and communities all matter now.

Season four of The Hard Truths of Conservation is here, and this conversation sets the tone for what may be the most ambitious season yet. Dan Cabela joins Hunt Fish Freedom to break down the real work happening behind wildlife conservation—far beyond headlines, emotion, or social media soundbites.

Explore how modern conservation actually functions on the ground, from relocating American bison in remote Alaska to studying brown bear movement through cutting-edge wildlife science. Dan explains why hunters, anglers, biologists, veterinarians, and Indigenous communities all play essential roles in protecting wild places and managing wildlife responsibly.

Gain insight into how hunting and fishing fit into modern wildlife management, why science-driven decisions matter more than feelings alone, and how sustainable harvests support both ecosystems and rural food security. The conversation also dives into misconceptions held by non-hunters, the importance of telling the full hunting story, and why neutrality can be harmful when informed voices stay silent.

From bison conservation and bear research to global wildlife challenges across North America, Africa, and beyond, this episode delivers an insider look at conservation work that rarely makes it to television screens. It’s a grounded, honest discussion that challenges listeners—hunters and non-hunters alike—to better understand what it truly takes to conserve wildlife in a crowded, modern world.

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Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife

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