2022 is a Wrap! What we learned and where we’re going.

National Wildlife Federation Outdoors

Bill and Aaron take some time to ponder the year, look back on interesting guests and topics, and look to 2023 changes for the podcast, exciting new products, and how listeners can help. Aaron also chats quickly with Ashley Chance about CWD and what progress has been made since the release of the CWD Chronicles.

Show notes (and links):

0:52 – “We’ve learned so much! It’s been a journey!”

1:52 – Stories from recent outdoor pursuits.

4:33 – Gratitude for hosts, cohosts, and great guests in 2023.

6:00 – We tried a lot of new concepts including the CWD Chronicles and podcast recordings.

9:45 – Feedback, upcoming podcast survey and something to look forward to in 2023.

10:48 – Aaron takes it back to the first episode with both hosts… Greg Fitz from the Wild Steelhead Coalition. Discussing the plight of steelhead, salmon runs, issues regarding the Pacific Northwest and the abundance of fish historically. It’s up to anglers for so much of this stuff!

13:07 – Gary Mason! Gary announces live on the show that Bill Cooksey was going to be inducted into the Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Fame. Bill shares how heartfelt this honor was and how special it was for this announcement to be present while recording the podcast.

15:22 – Warren Coco! Ducks, overalls, and stories with this special person and conservationist.

18:01 -- Ron Rohrbaugh! Author, traditional bow craftsman and someone worth following on social media.

20:15 – Bob Budd! Executive Director of the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust and a favorite show for both hosts.

21:15 – Alex Harvey! A wonderful human who is involved in everything.

21:43 – Casey Stemler! U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Senior Advisor for Western States.

23:25 – The CWD Chronicles! This special series really unpacked this issue and it’s a must listen if you haven’t tuned in already.

24:33 - Aaron Kindle and Ashley Chance share an update on the current CWD situation and pending legislation.

29:03 - Bill Cooksey adds his perspective on CWD after listening to the series. https://www.nwf.org/Outdoors/Our-Work/CWD-Chronicles

30:40 - Where’s Ronquest? Jimbo finally made it on the show and didn’t disappoint.

32:09 - Jake Latendresse may be the most well-known sportsmen you’ve never heard of.

34:58 – Senator Martin Heinrich came on the show and spoke about the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act. https://www.nwfoutdoors.org/e/the-recovering-america-s-wildlife-act-with-lead-sponsor-senator-martin-heinrich/

36:50 – Salmon experts came on the show to cover topics from Bristol Bay to the Snake River and everywhere in-between threatened by transboundary mining.

39:53 – Duck podcasts! Bill chats about his waterfowl expert podcast guests Chris Nicolai and Dr. Mike Brasher.

41:46 - From podcasts recorded on location in a fishing boat off the coast of Sitka or touching base with our affiliate in Alaska to conservations with Steve Bowen, Crispin Powley, Chad Hoover, and Rue Mapp.

43:03 - The Return Act discussion with David Willms and Mike Butler.

45:17 – What’s coming next? Make sure to take our short survey between Dec 14-Jan 9 for a chance to win a Roll-Top Cylinder Soft Sided Cooler. We are really excited to share our new short-form series, “Afield”.

We are unplugging until February so please be sure to catch up on podcasts you have yet to enjoy.

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