I am joined by sheep hunter Mya Blackburn. Mya shares her passion for hunting and the experience of growing up in a hunting family. Mya takes us on a hunting adventure that is a wild tale in the mountains with an incredible outcome. It was a ton of fun to connect with Mya, so enjoy!
If you want to learn more about how to hunt me and the EatWild team, join us for a workshop or course. We have recently released a series of online hunting courses for you to deepen your knowledge and hone your strategies for the hunt. For example, you can learn to still hunt, with over three hours of videos, strategies, and storytelling that will help you build your skills to be a better hunter. EatWild Still Hunting Techniques.
The iHunter App supports the Eatwild Podcast and other programs. The app is an essential tool to make you more comfortable in the woods. The mapping layers, navigation tools and hunting regulations are all packed into the app to give you the info you need on your next adventure.
This episode is supported by BC Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BCBHA). The BCBHA is a young conservation organization dedicated to protecting wild places and critters that live in these wild places. Come out to a local event and get to know the BCBHA community.
As always, this podcast is brought to you by Seek Outside. They make unique ultralight tents and packs for your next adventure. Use the discount code EATWILD on your next purchase.
We also get support from our friends at West Coast Kitchen Canada. So stock up for the adventure season and use the discount code EATWILD.
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Podcast Summary:
Maya Blackburn, an experienced hunter since childhood, shares her passion for hunting and working with kids. She discusses the challenges of being a female hunter and the importance of sharing hunting knowledge. Maya also talks about growing up with a sheep hunting father and the life lessons she has learned from hunting. She reveals her favorite species to hunt and the lessons she has taken away from duck hunting. Maya recounts her first sheep hunting experience and the excitement and challenges she faced.
03:01
Passion for Hunting and Working with Kids
05:08
Identity as a Hunter
06:01
Reactions to Being a Hunter
07:16
Hunting Community and Friends
08:51
Sharing Hunting Knowledge
10:20
Growing Up with a Sheep Hunting Father
11:10
Lessons Learned from Hunting
15:08
Life Lessons from Hunting
19:08
Favorite Species to Hunt
20:00
Lessons from Duck Hunting
24:25
Father's Sheep Hunting Background
26:59
Preparing for First Sheep Hunt
33:31
First Sheep Hunt Experience
36:28
Missed Shot and Second Chance
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