In this episode I'm joined by Frank Schultz and my buddy and new hunter Jeremy Highfill. We talk about Jeremy's experiences hunting this year, goat hunting, ice fishing, as well as some discussion of some outdoor companies and personalities' opposition to possible oil production in area 1002 of ANWR. Enjoy! -Tyler
Dec 17, 2020•3 hr 11 min
In this episode, I'm joined by my uncle Tracy Freel and Temple Dillard. We talk a little trapping, hunting, and get to hear plenty of stories from a different era. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Dec 04, 2020•2 hr 1 min
Skookum, Adjective: "Marked by excellent quality: First Rate" This episode includes Frank Schultz, Nick Muche, and Johnny Klug. After the previous episode, we set aside some time to answer Johnny's questions about getting started in bowhunting and archery in general. We also talk about the uniqueness of "deer camp" down in the midwest and northeast, and have a few thoughts about how wildlife organizations could better help Alaska. Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler...
Nov 24, 2020•3 hr 44 min
We kick off this episode with a couple of listener "Sh*t my pants stories," meet fellow Fairbanks transplant Johnny Klug, and hear about Nick's recent Kodiak deer hunt. Enjoy! Comments, questions, or want to submit your own SYP story? email podcast@tundratalkak.com Enjoy! -Tyler
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 25 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Matt Herkstroeter and we talk a little about his fall, but also start shifting towards winter activities. We talk about bunny boots, used snowmachines, and taking full advantage of winter. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com thanks! -Tyler
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 34 min
In this solo episode, I go over all of the gear (that I can remember) that I used on my first sheep hunt in 2004, and compare it to the equivalent that I use now, and why I've made the changes I have. Enjoy! comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com thanks! -Tyler
Oct 31, 2020•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Nick Muche, Connor Owen, and Frank Schultz. We get to hear about Nick and Connor's sheep, moose, and caribou hunts this fall. It's been jam-packed, and we've put some serious meat in the freezers, so we hope you enjoy this! comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com want to support Tundra Talk? You can do that at www.patreon.com/tundratalk. Thank you! -Tyler
Oct 24, 2020•3 hr 18 min
In this episode I'm joined by fellow Fairbanksan and sheep hunter Steve Stidham. We (of course) talk sheep hunting, brown bear hunting, and aviation. Steve is a great guy, and I hope you enjoy the conversation! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com want to support Tundra Talk? go to www.patreon.com/tundratalk thanks! -Tyler
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 6 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Steve Hallenbeck, and I get to hear about his sheep guiding season in the Brooks range, as well having to turn away a charging grizzly with his 10mm. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com Want to support Tundra Talk? go to www.patreon.com/tundratalk thanks! -Tyler
Oct 12, 2020•59 min
In this episode I'm joined by Temple Dillard, Carl Nelson, and Frank Schultz. Now that the meat is all cut, we get to catch up on our moose hunts this season, and it's been a fantastic season. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com thanks for listening! -Tyler
Oct 06, 2020•2 hr 21 min
In this episode, Jason Franklin is back on the podcast along with Frank Schultz. We get to hear about the past couple years of Jason's sheep hunting and being moose season, have to get into how much we're looking forward to moose camp. Enjoy! Comments or Questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com Want to support the podcast? you can do that at www.patreon.com/tundratalk thanks! -Tyler
Sep 10, 2020•3 hr 14 min
In this episode I get to catch up with Donald Lee and hear about his sheep hunt with his brother. Don is a long-time sheep hunter with a lot of experience and some great stories to share. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com Support Tundra Talk at www.patreon.com/tundratalk thank you! -Tyler
Aug 31, 2020•1 hr 48 min
In this episode I'm joined by Frank Schultz and first-time guest Carl Nelson. Carl drew the Delta sheep tag this year and we get to hear all about his sheep and caribou hunt, as well as about the sheep and caribou hunts Frank and I went on. If you have comments or questions, email podcast@tundratalkak.com If you want to support Tundra Talk, you can sign up at www.patreon.com/tundratalk Thanks! -Tyler
Aug 25, 2020•3 hr 21 min
In this episode we have a full crew. Zach Kenner (@hardworkinghunter) joins the podcast for the first time, along with Frank Schultz, Nick Muche, Temple Dillard, and myself. We get to hear stories from Zach, as well as plenty of other stuff. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com thanks, -Tyler
Aug 06, 2020•4 hr 33 min
In this episode I'm very fortunate to sit down with retired Master Guide and wildland firefighter Pete Buist. Pete has been guiding, hunting, and trapping all over Alaska for decades, and it was very cool to get a taste of just some of his stories. I can't wait to have Pete back on again, but for now, enjoy! -Tyler
Jul 26, 2020•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Frank Schultz and Nick Muche, where we wrap up our exciting ends to spring bear season this year and find ourselves just a month from the sheep opener in August. Summer is a crazy time, and we packed a lot into this conversation...enjoy!
Jul 08, 2020•3 hr 54 min
In this episode I'm joined by Frank Schultz, Nick Muche, and new guest Rob Simard, to catch up and talk about our to-date bear hunting stories for this spring. We've all had a lot going on, so this is a mouthful! enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com thanks for listening! -Tyler
Jun 19, 2020•2 hr 49 min
In this episode Matt Herkstroeter and I hit topics all across the board, including putting up firewood, riverboat problems, spring bears, muzzleloaders, photography, and archery. Spring is officially here, and everyone is gearing up for a fast-paced summer. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
May 16, 2020•2 hr 8 min
In this Episode I'm joined by Paul Forward, an avid traditional bowhunter and backcountry skier and kayaker. We barely got to scratch the surface, but got to talk about bowhunting for goats, sheep, and hear a couple awesome stories from Paul. Can't wait to chat with him again. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com You can support Tundra Talk at www.patreon.com/tundratalk thanks! -Tyler
Apr 28, 2020•1 hr
In this episode, Frank and I sit down a solid a solid 6 1/2 feet apart to discuss a tiny bit of the coronavirus craziness, but mostly spring ice fishing for pike, and how much we are looking forward to getting after the bears in the coming couple months. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Apr 22, 2020•2 hr
This is a solo episode, in the midst of our current Coronavirus lockdown, and i'll be answering listener questions about spring bear hunting, sheep hunting, and Alaska hunting in general. I hope everyone is faring well, and can get out and hunt and fish this spring! Enjoy! questions or comments? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Apr 20, 2020•1 hr 33 min
This episode is a recording of the sheep hunting presentation I did at the SCI AK chapter banquet (2020) in Anchorage. It covers a gamut of basic sheep hunting and gear information based on my experience. Thanks to all that attended, and if you missed it, you can listen to it here! If you want to follow along, below is a link to the presentation slides https://tundratalkak.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/SCI-SHEEP-PRES.pdf -Tyler
Mar 03, 2020•2 hr
In this episode, i'm joined by father-son duo Adam and Connor Owen. They talk about what got them started hunting together and ultimately sheep and goat hunting. Had a great time talking with these local Fairbanks guys, and can't wait to have them on again! enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com You can support Tundra Talk at patreon.com/tundratalk
Feb 24, 2020•1 hr 26 min
In this episode we talk about how things have been generally breaking down now that we have a real winter, Nick's new-found love for fishing, the upcoming permit draws, and plenty of other stuff, featuring Frank Schultz, Nick Muche, and Temple Dillard If you have comments or questions, please email podcast@tundratalkak.com If you want to support the podcast, you can do that at patreon.com/tundratalk thanks! -Tyler
Feb 16, 2020•2 hr 20 min
In this episode I get to catch up with Mike Monnin, owner of CaptivateM Outdoors, and Barrow, AK resident. We hit on the upcoming draws, and get to hear all about what it's like to go mountain hunting in Asia for Ibex, Tur, and Marco Polo sheep. Mike's a great guy to talk to and a wealth of knowledge so sit back and enjoy! If you want to look into one of these hunts or need advice on gear for these or Alaska trips, go to captivatemoutdoors.com.
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 20 min
In this episode, Nick Muche and I are joined by Stan Parkerson, a long-time pilot, guide, and outfitter, who specializes exclusively in Alaskan bowhunts. Stan is a great guy with loads of experience, and has a lot of great stories to tell! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Dec 30, 2019•1 hr 22 min
In this episode, I'm joined by Donald Lee, who is a very experienced hunter and trapper here in Alaska. We hit a wide variety of topics including moose calling, sheep hunting gear items, hunting with your dog, and our speculations as to whether or not hunting pressure reduces conflict with grizzly bears. Enjoy! If you have comments or questions, please email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Dec 14, 2019•1 hr 29 min
In this episode, Temple Dillard, Frank Schultz, Nick Muche, and I catch up on everything from Temple's sheep hunt to current trapline stuff, gang-setting wolves, fur sewing and more. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, leave a review and rating on iTunes or whatever platform you listen on! You can also support the podcast at www.patreon.com/tundratalk comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com -Tyler
Dec 04, 2019•3 hr 4 min
In this episode, I get Adam Grenda on the line finally. Adam moved up to King Salmon, AK to fulfill his dream of living in Alaska. He works as a bush pilot and does plenty of flying and exploring on his own. We talk about flying, some of it's hazards, as well as a few stories from Adam. We had a couple technical difficulties, but it was great to catch up with him, and I look forward to our next one! Enjoy! comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com support Tundra Talk at www.patreon.c...
Nov 15, 2019•1 hr 37 min
In this episode I'm joined by Nick Muche, Jon Shurtz, and Jake King, and we get to catch up on moose season, Nick's archery goat, and my trip to Africa. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was so much fun, and changes my perspective on some things. Enjoy! Comments or questions? email podcast@tundratalkak.com you can support Tundra Talk at www.patreon.com/tundratalk thanks, -Tyler
Nov 04, 2019•2 hr 21 min