Talk Is Sheep

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By: Kyle Stelter

Welcome to Talk is Sheep - the official podcast of the Wild Sheep Society of British Columbia. Presented by Mountain Tough Fitness. Take a journey with our compelling guests and host Kyle Stelter and the Directors of Wild Sheep Society of BC. Join us for exciting dialogue about the wild sheep, backcountry mountain experiences and all things conservation. We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter or just starting, the MTNTOUGH app will take you to the next level. We've personally trained using the MTNTOUGH programs and...

Subsistence with Justin Balzer
Last Wednesday at 9:00 AM

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Balzer, a dedicated outdoorsman who shares his passion for hunting, fishing, and family adventures. Justin takes us on a journey through his love for the great outdoors, emphasizing the importance of escaping the hustle and bustle of the lower mainland whenever possible.


As the main character in the new film "SUBSISTENCE" by Fargone Films, Justin provides insight into the making of the film and his experiences while filming in the wild. We delve into the challenges and rewards of living off the land and embracing a...


Fargone Media with Nolan Schneider
04/10/2024

Greg welcomes Nolan Schneider owner and producer of Fargone Films to the podcast. Nolan has produced commercial, TV, and documentary work all around the world. Throughout his travels, he always felt a pull to the landscape and animals that his home province of BC had to offer. He grew up in the action sports industry and cut his teeth on waterfowl hunting in his early years. Now he has fully leaned into hunting as a lifestyle and way of life, providing for himself and his family. Nolan’s passion for storytelling and hunting comes from an origin of conservation. He...


On the Pulse with Gabriella Hoffman
04/03/2024

Greg and Kyle welcome Gabriella Hoffman to the podcast to talk conservation, hunting and angling, conservation politics and more. Gabriella isa media strategist, consultant, freelance journalist, policy analyst, and award-winning outdoor writer based in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area.


She currently serves as Director of the Center for Energy and Conservation at the Independent Women’s Forum and is host of the weekly “District of Conservation” podcast. 


Find Gabriella on instagram @gabriella_hoffman and be sure to tune into her District of Conservation podcast


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It's time to gamble with Brogan Didier: A tale of Solo Bighorns and Imagined Stone's
03/27/2024

We welcome BC artist, conservationist and hard core hunter, Brogan Didier, to the podcast. Brogan talks about his inspiration for his art work, his love for the outdoors and we dive into hunting stories. His dedication to sheep hunting can't be questioned considering he harvested a Bighorn ram on a solo hunt in Northern BC.


Brogan shares a fascinating story about a Stone ram he had started sketching. Subsequently he went on a Stone's hunt and ended up taking a ram that shared a close likeness to the one he started creating.

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Surviving the High Alpine: a story of resilience with Tanis Barkman
03/20/2024

In this episode of "Talk is Sheep," we sit down with Tanis Barkman, a seasoned guide, as she recounts her harrowing experience during the BC premier sheep tag hunt. Tanis shares the gripping details of her encounter with a boulder that resulted in a devastating lower-body injury, leaving her stranded in the high alpine.


With sheer willpower and determination, Tanis recounts the grueling journey she undertook to get off the mountain, facing unimaginable challenges and obstacles along the way. Her story is one of resilience, courage, and the indomitable human spirit.


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ACT NOW - Proposed Hunting Regulation Changes in British Columbia
03/15/2024

Recently the Province of British Columbia released their proposed 2024-2026 Hunting and Trapping Regulations on the Angling, Hunting and Trapping Engagement (AHTE) website. This is an opportunity for you to comment on the proposed changes and we encourage you to do so.


The Society has provided a brief explainer on a few of these proposals for your consideration. They can be viewed at: www.wildsheepsociety.com/proposed-changes-to-2024-2026-hunting-and-trapping-regulations/

 

The Society has reviewed these changes and has concerns around several of the proposals. Overall, there are several recommendations that are inte...


Building the ultimate mountain rifle with Mike Drury, Alpine Riflecraft
03/13/2024

We welcome Mike Drury to Talk is Sheep to discuss the evolution of Canada's newest hunting rifle, the Zenith. Mike is the owner and founder of Alpine Riflecraft, a company focusing on new lightweight rifles for the discerning mountain hunter.


While meeting with Mike we discuss the evolution of the Zenith and his feelings of what is needed for the ultimate mountain hunting rifle. For more on the Zenith check out Alpine Riflecraft at www.alpineriflecraft.ca.


Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH F...


Hunting, Climbing and the best Packs with Ryan Holm
03/06/2024

Kyle welcome Ryan Holm, formerly the Director of Marketing for Mystery Ranch, to the podcast. Ryan provides a unique perspective on the recent acquisition of Mystery Ranch by Yeti and what might be in store for both brands. We dive a little into the ethos of Mystery Ranch and the evolution of the brand.


Of course we discuss hunting, climbing and much more. Ryan also happens to be a lab rat for our Podcast Title Sponsor Mountain Tough. Check out Ryan @ryan__holm.


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Building Bridges with La'goot Spencer Greening
02/28/2024

In this episode of Talk is Sheep, I welcome La’goot Spencer Greening. Spencer is a Tsimshian leader, storyteller and academic and died in the wool hunter. Spencer shares his perspective around the importance of indigenous knowledge and stewardship of the land. We discuss the importance of bridging gaps between indigenous and non-indigenous communities.


Talk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs.


We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter or just...


Metal Monkey and Metal Sheep with Jen Phillips
02/21/2024

Jen sits down with Peter at Sheep Week in Reno. Jen made her second appearance as a donor during the Sheep Show and 2024 hit it out of the park fetching $40,000 USD. She is know for her metal work and particular as a welder. Her “Going home heavy” art depicts a step back in time of a view known and loved by all sheep hunters. An original wooden pack adorned with a ram skull artistically welded out of pure metal. The life-sized sculpture poetically captures the weight one carries when “going home heavy” feels like you are carrying a pack full of...