Hunt. Fish. Freedom. - Presented By The International Order of T Roosevelt

Colorado’s hunting future may depend on whether sportsmen stop taking their outdoor heritage for granted. Colorado has a deep hunting tradition, but keeping that tradition alive takes more than time in the field. Adam Welbon joins Kenia Link to talk about growing up in Colorado, learning to hunt through DIY public land adventures, and why sheep hunting has become his passion. Fresh off a successful Dall sheep hunt, Adam also shares what he has learned through his work with the Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society and why wildlife conservation requires far more than simply writing a check to a nonprofit. The conversation digs into the connection between hunting, fishing, wildlife management, habitat, and the funding generated by sportsmen. Adam explains how hunting and fishing dollars support conservation projects and why hunters should understand the responsibility that comes with being consumptive users of wildlife. The discussion also turns toward Colorado’s ongoing fight over constitutional protections for hunting and fishing. Adam explains why he believes hunters and anglers cannot assume those opportunities will always exist, why Colorado’s wildlife professionals need room to manage wildlife based on science, and why sportsmen outside Colorado have a stake in what happens there. From bighorn sheep and elk hunting to black bear and whitetail plans, this is a conversation about the future of Western hunting, the importance of mentorship, and what it means to pass an outdoor heritage on to the next generation. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoors conversations. Check Out The Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society: https://bighornsheep.org/  Follow Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Adamhunts4food/  Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star review and SUBSCRIBE on Apple or Spotify Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19zGf29wGZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow us on X: https://x.com/iotrofficial?s=21&t=SzcoQxiDPMWvFcFPurrzNw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotr_official?igsh=dXp5b284dXJpOXlq&utm_source=qr

Colorado’s hunting future depends on informed sportsmen willing to protect wildlife, heritage, and public access. Hunting is about far more than filling a tag. It's about stewardship, personal responsibility, and protecting the traditions that connect people to wildlife and the outdoors. Colorado hunter and conservation advocate Cassie Melvin shares her journey from growing up camping and fishing in Georgia to becoming a passionate public land hunter in the Rocky Mountains. She explains how backpack hunting, elk hunting, and harvesting wild game reshaped her understanding of conservation while giving her a deeper appreciation for where food comes from. The conversation explores why hunters are among the strongest advocates for healthy wildlife populations, how science-based wildlife management benefits everyone, and why keeping those decisions in the hands of professional biologists matters. Cassie also discusses Colorado's recent wildlife ballot initiatives, the debate surrounding wolf reintroduction, mountain lion hunting, and why protecting the right to hunt and fish has become one of the state's most important conservation issues. Listeners will also hear practical encouragement for women interested in hunting, advice on finding mentors, building confidence in the field, and becoming active voices for the future of hunting and fishing. The episode wraps up with stories from Colorado elk season, favorite public land destinations, backpack hunting gear, and the outdoor experiences that continue to fuel a lifelong passion for conservation. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star review and SUBSCRIBE on Apple or Spotify Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19zGf29wGZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow us on X: https://x.com/iotrofficial?s=21&t=SzcoQxiDPMWvFcFPurrzNw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotr_official?igsh=dXp5b284dXJpOXlq&utm_source=qr

Florida's groundbreaking conservation victory could reshape the future of hunting and fishing across America. Millions of Florida voters made history by permanently protecting the right to hunt and fish through a constitutional amendment, creating a blueprint that sportsmen across the country are now watching closely. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson joins the conversation to explain why securing these freedoms before they're threatened is one of the most important conservation victories in recent memory. The discussion explores how hunting, fishing, agriculture, and wildlife conservation are deeply connected, from Florida's Wildlife Corridor to Rural and Family Lands conservation easement programs that protect hundreds of thousands of acres of working farms, wildlife habitat, and public outdoor opportunities. You'll also hear why science-based wildlife management remains essential for healthy game populations, what recent court victories mean for hunters and anglers, and how constitutional protections are already influencing wildlife policy in Florida. Whether you're passionate about whitetail deer hunting, waterfowl hunting, freshwater fishing, saltwater fishing, habitat conservation, or protecting public access for future generations, this conversation offers valuable insight into how conservation policy directly impacts life in the outdoors. As more states face organized efforts to restrict hunting and fishing traditions, Florida's success demonstrates how hunters, anglers, conservationists, and farmers can work together to protect America's outdoor heritage for generations to come. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star review and SUBSCRIBE on Apple or Spotify Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19zGf29wGZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow us on X: https://x.com/iotrofficial?s=21&t=SzcoQxiDPMWvFcFPurrzNw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotr_official?igsh=dXp5b284dXJpOXlq&utm_source=qr

A single legislative victory reveals why America’s hunting and fishing heritage deserves lasting protection. Lauren Melo helped lead one of the most significant conservation victories in recent history by making Florida the 24th state to constitutionally protect the right to hunt and fish. Her story reaches far beyond politics, revealing how family traditions, public lands, wildlife conservation, and time outdoors shape generations of hunters and anglers. Raised hunting quail, chasing waterfowl through the Everglades, bass fishing on Lake Okeechobee, and learning firearm safety alongside her father, Lauren shares how those experiences prepared her to champion one of the nation's most important hunting and fishing initiatives. The conversation explores the legislative battles behind Amendment 2, the grassroots campaign that united millions of Floridians, and why protecting outdoor access matters for everyone, whether they hunt and fish or not. The discussion also breaks down the difference between conservation and preservation, how sportsmen and women fund wildlife management, and why constitutional protections are becoming increasingly important as development, public access, and anti-hunting efforts continue to reshape the American outdoors. From duck blinds and tarpon fishing to youth mentorship, hunting heritage, and the future of public participation in conservation, this conversation offers a compelling look at what is truly at stake for the next generation. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star review and SUBSCRIBE on Apple or Spotify Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19zGf29wGZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow us on X: https://x.com/iotrofficial?s=21&t=SzcoQxiDPMWvFcFPurrzNw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotr_official?igsh=dXp5b284dXJpOXlq&utm_source=qr