The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

Author: The Orvis Company Language: English Episodes: 100
Reid Bryant hosts The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast, a production from The Orvis Company that feels like a conversation with a trusted, knowledgeable friend. It builds on the foundation of its former incarnation, the Double Barrel Podcast, diving deeper into the practical and philosophical aspects of life afield. Each episode is grounded in real-world experience, offering nuanced advice that goes beyond simple tips. You’ll hear detailed discussions on shotgun and rifle techniques, strategies for pursuing various game, and thoughtful commentary on conservation and wilderness ethics. The focus is always on building skill and confidence, which naturally leads to more rewarding days outdoors. Whether you’re working to improve your shooting fundamentals, plan a new hunt, or simply want to immerse yourself in stories from the field, this podcast serves as a reliable resource. It’s designed for anyone who appreciates the craft of hunting and shooting, from those just starting out to seasoned veterans looking to refine their approach. The tone is welcoming and substantive, stripping away pretense to focus on what truly matters: safety, responsibility, and the profound enjoyment found in these traditional pursuits. Tune in for a blend of education and narrative that honors the entire experience.
Episodes
Catching Up with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers CEO Pat Berry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:54
Vermont's own Pat Berry returns to the Podcast, this time to discuss his role as new CEO of the non-profit Backcountry Hunters & Anglers. As a comparatively young non-profit, BHA has garnered great support from sportspeo…
Careers In Conservation, with Levi Day [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:26
Reid joins Levi Day, a conservation leadership program manager, to discuss career pathways for folks with an interest in conservation. Levi is an avid upland hunter and bird dog owner, as well as a lifelong educator. Lev…
Hunting Northeast Montana, with Chad Hoover [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:13
Reid is joined by Chad Hoover, owner of Hoover Outfitting. With deep family roots in Montana, Chad has built a career offering hunts for Sharptails and Huns in the remote prairie regions. The two discuss grassland habita…
The Legacy of Aldo Leopold, with Curt Meine and Karl Malcolm [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:31
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Gila Wilderness and the 75th of "A Sand County Almanac" Reid welcomes Curt Meine and Karl Malcolm, two conservationists, Leopold scholars, and all-around thoughtful people. The gr…
Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, with Lukas Leaf and Matthew Schultz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:01
Reid joins Lukas Leaf and Matthew Schultz of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters to discuss the unique resource that is Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. This million-plus acre public land resource is ripe…
Sporting Lead-Free, with Hannah Leonard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:48
Reid is joined by Hannah Leonard, Program Director for the nonprofit Sporting Lead-Free. Headquartered in Wyoming, Sporting Lead-Free is self-described as an initiative of hunters and anglers dedicated to maintaining our…
The Shotgun Cleaning Process, with Del Whitman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:51
, Reid and gunsmith Del Whitman lean into the finer points of shotgun cleaning and care. Del describes a comprehensive process by which shooters can care for their fine guns. He describes specific tips and techniques, pr…
The Lulu Chronicles Part 2 - Steadying, with Jim and Deanna Keller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:53
In the second installment of the Lulu Chronicles, Reid explores the progress of his English Springer, Lulu, reflecting on her summer's work with Deanna and Jim Keller of Wildwind Kennels. The group discusses Lulu's progr…
Mouthful of Feathers, with Greg McReynolds and Tom Reed [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:25
Reid joins friends and collaborators Greg McReynolds and Tom Reed in a conversation about compiling the recent book Mouthful of Feathers - Upland in America, the genesis of the Mouthful of Feathers Blog, and the pursuit…