#109 - What It Takes To Hunt Giants: The Hunting Debate No One Understands w/Allen Bolen
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The episode discusses the complexities of trophy hunting and wildlife conservation with guest Allen Bolen.
A grizzly. Nine yards away and a debate the internet never understands. Episode 109 of The Wild Chaos Podcast features Allen Bolen, world-class bowhunter, entrepreneur, and lifelong outdoorsman. To watch the episode in studio, visit: https://youtu.be/T9vB_9Hj9qg We dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in the outdoor world: trophy hunting. From a grizzly encounter at nine yards to years-long backcountry pursuits in Alaska and British Columbia, Allen explains the mindset, risk, and ethics behind selective hunting — and why the loudest opinions often come from people farthest removed from wildlife management. We break down: • Trophy hunting ethics explained • The North American wildlife conservation model • How hunting funds conservation through tags and Pittman-Robertson • Boone & Crockett and Pope & Young scoring systems • Selective harvest vs content-driven killing • Backpack hunting Alaska and BC • Grizzly and brown bear close calls • Raising kids through hunting and responsibility If you’ve ever wondered whether trophy hunting is selfish or stewardship, this episode gives the full conversation. 👉 Subscribe for more real conversations. Share this with someone…
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Host: Bam - The Wild Chaos
Guest: Allen Bolen
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Organizations: Boone & Crockett, Pope & Young
Places: Alaska, British Columbia, North America
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