In this episode we were honored to have a conversation with Chelsee Dery. Chelsee's love and obsession for wildlife and the hunting heritage became very apparent in the first few minutes of our conversation. Her drive to be a life long learner has enabled her to pursue a multitude of outdoor experiences such as archery and elk calling, long range shooting, photography and film, and most recently making primitive clothing. Her dedication to her passion is unrivaled. The quote from Theodore Roosev...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 81
In this episode Brandon and I were fortunate enough to catch up with Kirsten Petersen at the 2025 Hunt Expo in Salt Lake City. Kirsten's background is steeped in the outdoors and she continues to find ways to feed her hunger for the outdoor lifestyle. Whether it be shooting sports, hunting, teaching her son about the outdoors, or providing digital marketing solutions for the outdoor industry she will always be immersed in what she loves. Be ready to be motivated and energized! A special thanks t...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 80
No matter how you enjoy your outdoor experience you are going to want to pay attention to this episode. We had the opportunity to have a down to earth conversation with Dan Gates the Executive Director for Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management. We talk not only about the defeat of Prop 127 in Colorado and how it relates to the rest of the nation, but what it's going to take to keep the momentum going that Dan and his team have started. IT'S TIME TO MAKE YOUR PLEDGE ON HOW YOU ARE GOING ...
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 79
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to decide to completely change what you are currently doing in life? Well, just ask Elena Johnson. We had the unique opportunity to sit down and ask her that very question. Elena is an outstanding artist who in 2024 decided to leave her career in the medical field to follow her heart and start drawing. But that just scatches the surface of what Elena is all about. In this episode you'll find out how Elena got to where she is today. Thank you for listenin...
Feb 23, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 78
It took a lot of doin' but we finally got Megan Clark @mlknepp and Allie Butler @alliembutler on together for a fun filled podcast. It's been a treat getting to know these two and after listening to this podcast you'll feel like you know them too. Friendships forged through hunting are unbreakable and so is the case with these two. They are genuine, humble and more than willing to help anyone get out and experience the outdoors. Two better outdoor ambassadors would be tough to find. Be sure to g...
Mar 20, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 77
We say this all the time and not to sound too repetitive, but "you have to listen to this one". In this episode we finally catch up with Emma Schmidt @emma.schm1dt and had a lot of fun learning how she Makes It Happen Outdoors. Emma is living and loving her outdoor lifestyle every day. Whether she's driving all night to make it to the next rodeo, climbing the next hill looking for elk, stalking game in Africa or competing in a shooting match she is fully committed to doing the very best she can....
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 76
For this episode we traveled to beaUTiful southern Utah to sit down with Casey from Casey's Off Road Recovery to see what makes Casey tick. Making It Happen Outdoors is almost an understatement for Casey. Years of Search and Rescue mixed with Off Roading, mules, music and just about anything else that involves being outside with family has given Casey a deep appreciation for the outdoors. We could all take a lesson from Casey when it comes to unyielding commitment to family and community. Thanks...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 75
In this episode we sit down with Todd Kelley in beautiful Brian Head Utah and finally get to hear the full rendition of his once in a lifetime Dall Sheep hunt in remote Alaska. This a must listen if you are thinking about booking an Alaskan sheep hunt! But Of course, that's not all we bs about. We go through the events of the New Mexico archery elk hunt among a ton of other topics. A special thanks to Todd for having us at his place and we can't wait to make more stories. Thank you so much for l...
Apr 13, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 74
Are you in the kind of shape needed to carry out your hunting buddy if it became necessary? Lorenzo Pavlica has been a personal trainer since 1988 and now is the co-owner of the athletic training center PrimeTime Performance. In this episode we sit down with Lorenzo and he gives us a breakdown what it takes to be our absolute best in the outdoors. We also get into Lorenzo's story of how has become a highly sought after personal trainer. Go to the following website and check out all Lorenzo and h...
Mar 09, 2021•2 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 73
In this weeks episode we have what we would definitely consider an energy packed conversation with Bri Van Scotter (or Full Bore Bri as we like to call her). Bri @wildernesstotable is an accomplished Professional Chef who has made it her life's purpose to show the world how amazing and fulfilling it can be to cook and prepare foraged foods and self-harvested game. Bri leads us through how she got to where she is today and what her plans are for the future. Bri's excitement, energy and zest for l...
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 72
It goes without saying that this is an adrenaline packed episode. Skyler Howes definitely thrives on adrenaline while he's powering his motorcycle through some of the harshest terrain on earth. Skyler takes us through his journey from childhood to full time professional riding motorcycles in the worlds toughest Rally races. The stories about his career as a privateer and all the adversity that Skyler has had to overcome are definitely book worthy! It's not surprising Skyler is one of the top rid...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 71
In this episode we catch up with Khris and Nikki Tate and have a blast reminiscing about our shared experiences as well as getting caught up on what we've all been up to for the last year or so. Some highlights pf this episode are: Khris and Nikki have some amazing news. Their first ever elk hunt with us! Nikki's monster buck! How their waterfowl season shaped up. We make plans for a spectacular 2021 elk season. Thanks again to Khris and Nikki for spending some time with us! Also a special thank...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 70
In this episode we were fortunate enough to have a conversation with Sydney Broadaway. @sydneyleann40 We couldn't have enjoyed ourselves more! Sydney has followed her recipe for success perfectly and the proceeds show in her zest for life and ever present positive attitude. Take some time and listen how a girl from Alabama finds herself in Bozeman Montana living her dream of working for one of the nations top conservation organizations. We got to hear how she became united with Tripp and Hart he...
Jan 31, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this episode we had the distinct pleasure of talking with Melissa Hess @melisshess on Instagram. If you're looking for Melissa and you are looking indoors you're sure not to find her. Melissa is currently living her dream of spending the majority of her time outdoors hunting, fishing, trail running and hiking. Melissa told us about her first deer and her first elk along with how she got involved with hunting. Being a part of the outdoors is in her blood and as always we learned, laughed and t...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 68
2020 has definitely been one for the books. Even with all the craziness, the Make It Happen Outdoors Team gets it done! This episode was recorded at elk camp during the Utah elk archery hunt and just previous to the New Mexico elk archery hunt. Stay tuned for a recap of New Mexico elk archery and two Nevada deer hunts. Thank you for all your support and please get ahold of us with any feedback. If you have someone you would like to hear let us know and we'll get them on. mihoutdoors18@gmail.com ...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 53 min•Season 2Ep. 67
"Get out there. Don't wait around because you'll never get back that day you wasted." Words well spoken from this week guest Lydia Smith @lydiasmith00 The first word that comes to mind is "Natural". Everything Lydia puts her mind to she's a natural at. There's three things in Lydia's life that she is supremely passionate about and those three things are hunting, art and horses. In this episode Lydia tells us about her adventures crawling through the desert bowhunting antelope, becoming a world c...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This episode was a complete blast to record and we're sure you'll love it! It was recorded onsite at the Mountain Archery Fest mountainarcheryfest.com at Eagle Point in Beaver, UT. The atmosphere was electrified with the positive energy the organizers bring to every event. In this episode Brandon sits down with shooters and vendors who were having the time of their lives enjoying everything the event has to offer. Thank you to all the guests that sat down with us. Logan McKinney Tyler, Jordan an...
Jul 10, 2020•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 65
Twist on the throttle, hang on and get ready for this high speed episode. If you follow motocross even a little, you've surely heard of Garrett Marchbanks @ gmarchbanks36 . In this episode we sit down with Garrett and talk motocross racing, his career to date and definitely the outdoors. Garrett's taking the sport by storm and definitely had the momentum going after winning the 250SX class at Daytona Supercross. It's always a pleasure talking with a professional level athlete who's as down to ea...
May 08, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 64
Amongst all the craziness we're all thrown into these days, we had the opportunity to sit down, relax, have a meal and chat with JC known throughout the cooking community as cooking_queen_xo Jen invited us into her home and we were immediately treated as family. Jen filled our bellies with mouth watering street tacos topped with gummy bears (amazing as a topping by the way). We had a perfectly comfortable night hanging out learning about cooking and talking about all the irons she has in the fir...
Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 63
Hang on because this podcast is a wild ride! In this episode we chat with extreme snowmobile rider Brooke Gilley @gilleybrooke Brooke is an adrenaline junkie who has been involved in motorsports and addicted to the outdoors since she was young. Whether you're an avid snowmobile rider, beginner or just thinking about trying the sport out this episode is for you. We cover all aspects of riding from safety, to what and how to buy, to the groups to belong to and the training you can get. Look for Br...
Mar 09, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 62
Roscoe Jarboe @roscoejarboe is about as genuine as a man can get and we can't thank him enough for taking time out of his day to sit down and talk about his career as a professional bull rider. Roscoe gives us a taste of what it takes to be a cowboy on the PRCA circuit trying to make it to the National Finals Rodeo in December each year. Over 100 rodeo's a year, multiple broken bones, concussions and driving need to succeed are just a sample of what these guys go through for the sport they love,...
Dec 14, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 60
There's something to be said for someone who knows what their destiny is and then has the fortitude to make it happen. Our guest this week is Christina Gibson @whiteoutracingkennel and she has known she wanted to be a dog musher from the age of 4. Determination, courage, attitude, dedication and discipline are just a few of the words that can be used to explain Christina's journey into sled dog racing. There's no doubt her love for the dogs, her energy and her expertise will see her to the Idita...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 59
Let's get right to it. In this episode we definitely had the pleasure of sitting down with Heather Storm. @heatherstormla Odds are good you've seen Heather Storm on your TV especially if you or anybody in your house is fascinated with cars or the motorsport industry. But that's just a fraction of what Heather is all about. She lives her life on her terms and is in constant search for that next adventure. Heather is a master at finding those little hidden gem type places and immersing herself in ...
Nov 26, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 58
In this episode we spend some time with Butch from the Working Man Bowhunter. @workingmanbowhunter Butch and his team are working very hard to show today's hard woking hunters how to juggle the pressures of work, family, home and every day life and still have a passion for the outdoors. The Working Man Bowhunter team lives by the motto "The Struggle is Real" and are dedicated to helping folks get outside and experience all the outdoors has to offer. Butch is a wealth of knowledge and is always t...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 57
In this episode we talk about something that is near and dear to our hearts. This is one of those conversations that proves unselfishness does still exist in this world. Rachael Davis, her husband Ken and their dog rescue volunteers have dedicated their lives to saving the lives of dogs. Lily's Pad Rescue @lilyspadrescue specializes in English bulldogs and French Bulldogs with special needs. In a very short time Racheal has created a nationwide network that works together to get these amazing do...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 56
MacKenzie Kroll @mackenzieinminnesota joins us this week for another outstanding episode. Mackenzie is determined to show the women of today what awaits them in the outdoors. She is the cofounder of herwilderness.co who's mission is to provide experiences that encourage more women to get outdoors together. Mackenzie has a vision of what her future is going to look like and we're here to tell you that there is no doubt she will accomplish all of her goals and a whole to more. She's a perfect amba...
Oct 09, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 55
As we promised in our mid summer scouting report episode we sit down and talk about how the Utah elk archery season finished out. We had (5) general season spike/cow permits and Darren had the Any Bull permit. The spike/cow tags proved to be a little hate hard to fill, but... the Any Bull tag got filled in spectacular fashion. As the season progressed the elk hunting became everything an archery hunter could hope for. The temperatures cooled off, the leaves started putting on their fall colors a...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 54
This episode is something a little different from our usual and we're sure you're going to love it.The Make It Happen Outdoors team sat down and talked about how the season's scouting trips are coming along. We went over some tips, tricks and ideas on how we go about scouting, the preparation process and how to get the most out of the upcoming hunts. For more information on the scouting process check out Kent and Brandon's blog post on at https://www.hunthewild.com Give your pets a healthier and...
Aug 02, 2019•37 min•Ep. 53
Another great episode coming your way! This week we feature Raven Finegan. Raven has been drawn to the outdoors since she was a child. At 11 years old she was begging her parents to let her take hunters safety and her daughter is following in her footsteps by just completing her hunters safety. Raven is an avid outdoors woman who is self taught and fiercely independent. She's not only a super mom, but is committed to her community through coaching cheer and doing volunteer work with her daughter...
Jun 28, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 52
We were instantly jealous when Kaysie Thomas told us she spends at lest 6 days a week outside in the mountains doing what she loves with her husband Troy and their dog Kylo. Kaysie and Troy have built a life outdoors as wildland firefighters and then starting and growing a business collecting and selling antler sheds. With the addition of Kylo to the shed hunting crew there won't be too many sheds left for other folks to find! Kylo is a shed finding machine and we don't want to leave out the oth...
Jun 19, 2019•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 51
