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Abby and I discuss the impact of environment, family, and friends on educational experiences. We talk about the pressure of performing in a prestigious Boston suburb where Ivy League dreams are fostered and compare it to the close-knit, resourceful communities of Alaska.
We breakdown the need for balancing academic pursuits with practical skills and the importance of nurturing curiosity and creativity amidst societal pressures and distractions.
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In this episode Abby and I recap 2024 - skiing, camping, hiking and fishing in Juneau, fishing on Prince of Wales Island, hunting after Haleigh was born and what hunting tags we won't draw in 2025. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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In this episode, Seawind Aviation owner Steve Kamm shares his family's fishing history and how he found his true calling in the skies. Steve recounts his early days in Ketchikan, from carefree childhood memories of biking and baseball to the pivotal moments that steered him towards aviation.
Steve also reflects on the past and present of Ketchikan's aviation industry, the evolving aviation landscape and the unique challenges and triumphs of running a flightseeing/charter service. Book a charter at www.seawindaviation.com/
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Adam Krick and Nathan Endicott share their August blacktail deer adventure in the wild alpine of Southeast Alaska. We discuss the three years of planning, the balance between chasing the thrill of the hunt and maintaining safety.We also discuss the complex emotions of departure, nurturing our adventurous spirit, and the profound impact these experiences have on our lives as fathers, husbands and at work.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Dave White is a retired commercial fisherman and teacher from Ketchikan. In this episode he recounts his early experiences as a novice commercial fisherman, navigating the obstacles of gillnetting and longlining. We also discuss the hardships of being in the classroom for five days then on the water for two during the edges of the school year.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Daniel Buitrago is a co-founder of Alaska Wild Project In this episode we talk about the journey to 200 podcast episodes and how creating content became second nature.
In December of 2023 Daniel had total knee replacement and then drew a coveted mountain goat tag which drove his rehab. We discuss that hunt then the moose hunt shortly thereafter. We also touch on future plans, including new hunting adventures and the exciting prospects for the Alaska Wild Project podcast.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Matt and Heather Ozerkov are the owners of a unique lodge and mobile sauna business in Seward, Alaska. In this episode, we discuss the challenges and joys of owning a lodge, the inspiration behind their mobile saunas, and their commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for their guests. They emphasize the importance of dreaming big, perseverance, and continuous growth. Link to Seward Saunas. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska. Thanks to the sponsors: Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.) Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.) Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Sam and Lauren are the owners of Ketchikan's newest coffee place, Island Brew Cafe. In this episode we discuss their journey to the Dominican Republic to find the right coffee beans, the importance of quality ingredients in good food, bacon, breakfast burritos and other food offerings including gluten free options.
We also discuss their move from Florida to the close-knit community of Ketchikan, their vision for the cafe and how they plan to integrate their passion for food and community into this new venture.
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Bjorn Dihle is an accomplished writer and wildlife film guide from Juneau. In this episode Bjorn shares his journey into writing, his career as a wildlife film guide, the challenges of filming in Alaska's rugged landscapes, particularly with brown bears, and the importance of maintaining safety and respect for wildlife.
The conversation takes a deeper dive into Alaska's conservation efforts, focusing on Bjorn's involvement with Hunters and Anglers for the Brooks Range advocating against the Road to Ambler. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Having Melissa Castle on the podcast to talk about wild Alaskan mountain goat hunts is becoming an annual thing. In this episode we recap her hunt with Marian Giannulis (another adventurous Alaskan who happened to have the tag) which involved, among other things, traversing a glacier and the billy falling off a cliff.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Sage Marshall is a freelance journalist and writer for Field and Stream. He is also the author of Echolocation his first book. In this episode we discuss writing, clickbait content, Field and Stream’s product testing methodology, fly fishing, Gila trout and his book. Here is the link to the Field and Stream fly rod test mentioned. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry (Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Ryan John and I recap his fly out moose hunt in interior Alaska from September. We discuss good hunting buddies, breaking down moose, packing, hanging meat, hunting calibers and the details of the hunt itself.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Kyle Wilkinson recaps his moose hunting program. We discuss calling, rut activity, scouting, hunting possible high-traffic areas, caliber, moose population and his successful moose hunt.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Kyle Wilkinson from Bear Paw River Guides is back to recap the summer fly fishing season. We discuss the runs and also dive into waders, fly line, wading boots, rods, reels and of course flies. If you're thinking about spending your Perm Fund check on fly fishing gear, or if you're in the Lower 48 and you're working on the Christmas list, listen to this episode.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Harrison Gottschling recaps his caribou hunt, making friends at air strips, his favorite ways to eat game meat, journaling and being attacked by owls.
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Carson Keys was born and raised in Fairbanks. In this episode we talk about leaving the state and returning. We also discuss making the most out of opportunities, favorite hunts, rain gear, and the role of advocacy groups like Safari Club International where he works.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Joey Karlik grew up in Ketchikan ('18) and is a graduate of Texas ('22). After college Joey worked at Popeye's, then a mailroom and is now an assistant at a talent agency that represents comedians. In this episode we discuss his creative journey so far, favorite movies, remakes, sequels and the short film he finished and submitted to festivals this year.
Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Tyler Freel is a Fairbanks resident, sheep hunting veteran, gun enthusiast and staff writer for Outdoor Life. In this episode we talk about all of the above and dive into hunter access issues despite Alaska being 90% public. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Brayden and Degan Linne recap their Southeast Alaska August hunting adventures. We discuss hunting in the heat, crowded fly outs, gear, finding bucks and the best time of day to find bucks. Check out the On Step Alaska website or subscribe on Substack for articles, features and all things Alaska.Thanks to the sponsors:Sagebrush Dry(Alaskan-owned business that sells the best dry bags you can buy.)Alpine Fit (Premium outdoor layering from another Alaskan-owned business.)Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
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Sena and Rich Wheeler join me to talk about Sena Sea Wild Alaska Fish and 60 North Seafoods, their commercial fishing business (based out of Cordova) that encapsulates all levels of a fish sale, from catching and processing to selling and shipping. We talk about the current state of salmon runs, proper care and battling Lower 48 stereotypes regarding farmed fish.
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