Boone and Crockett Club's Heritage of the Hunt Podcast

The Boone and Crockett Club’s Heritage of the Hunt podcast will include broad content relevant to hunters and those passionate about the great outdoors. The primary podcast will focus on interviews with members, industry leaders, scientists, policy makers, and more who will shine a light on a wide range of topics. In addition, subchannels of the podcast will include Roosevelt Ranch Radio featuring the Club’s outdoor education and conservation efforts at the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Ranch near Dupuyer, Montana. Other areas will focus on voices of fair chase, beyond the score and big game records stories, member spotlights, impact series readings, and much more.

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Episode 6 - Poaching’s Threat to Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation: Inside Boone And Crockett’s Poach and Pay Report

Discover how poaching undermines hunting, fishing, and conservation—and what we can do to stop it.

Poaching isn’t just a crime—it’s one of the most pressing threats to wildlife conservation in America. In this episode, we unpack the Boone and Crockett Club’s groundbreaking Poach and Pay Report with Dr. Jon Gassett, Southeast Field Representative for the Wildlife Management Institute and Dr. Kristie Blevins, Professor of Criminal Justice at Eastern Kentucky University, which reveals alarming data about illegal hunting and fishing, the hidden costs to conservation, and why detection rates are as low as 4%.

We explore how poaching impacts hunters, anglers, and the outdoor community, while breaking down the economic toll that costs wildlife agencies billions. This conversation highlights why it’s crucial to distinguish between ethical hunters and poachers, and how education, awareness, and community engagement can create a lasting cultural stigma against poaching.

From trophy poaching to opportunistic violations, we discuss the motivations behind these crimes, why prosecutors need better tools to pursue them, and how legislative change could strengthen wildlife protection. Whether you’re a hunter, angler, or conservationist, this episode sheds light on why defending our outdoor heritage depends on combating poaching.

Key Takeaways:

• Poaching threatens wildlife, hunting, fishing, and conservation across the United States.
• Detection rates for poaching remain alarmingly low—just 4%
• Hunters and anglers must help build awareness and report wildlife crimes.
• The economic impact of poaching costs conservation agencies billions annually.
• Public education and stronger prosecution are essential to deter poaching.
• Creating a cultural stigma against poaching protects future hunting and fishing opportunities.

Episode 5 - Boone and Crockett President Tony Caligiuri on Hunting Legacy, Conservation, and Outdoor Industry Leadership

In this episode, Jodi Stemler sits down with Tony Caligiuri, the 37th president of the Boone and Crockett Club, to explore the future of hunting, fishing, and conservation in North America. With more than 30 years in the outdoor industry, Caligiuri shares his journey from outdoor writer to industry leader, emphasizing the critical role hunters play in sustaining wildlife and public lands.

The conversation dives into the legacy of hunting traditions, the importance of ethical practices, and how organizations like Boone and Crockett continue to protect natural resources for future generations. Caligiuri also highlights the revival of iconic outdoor brands like Field & Stream, the importance of engaging youth in the outdoors, and how hunters’ contributions remain essential to the North American Model of Conservation.

Key Takeaways:

• Tony Caligiuri’s 30+ years in outdoor writing, marketing, and conservation leadership.
• Why the Boone and Crockett Club is vital for promoting ethical hunting and fair chase.
• How hunters’ license dollars and involvement fuel conservation success.
• Reviving outdoor heritage through iconic brands like Field & Stream.
• Engaging young hunters and anglers to secure the future of outdoor sports.
• Collaboration with outdoor companies to advance wildlife conservation.
• Why the Boone and Crockett record book provides invaluable conservation data.

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Episode 4 - Boone and Crockett Adds Javelina to Big Game Records Book

Almost 30 years in the making, and now it’s official! The Boone and Crockett Club has added the collared peccary (javelina) as its newest big game record category — the first new species added in nearly three decades.  Jodi Stemler sits down with the team that made it happen.

Episode 3 - Heritage of the Hunt 

In the premiere episode of Heritage of the Hunt, Communications Director Jodi  Stemler chats with legendary outdoor writer and longtime Boone and Crockett Club member Craig Boddington, recorded at the 32nd Big Game Awards.

Episode 2 - Heritage of the Hunt 

In this special episode of Boone and Crockett Club’s Heritage of the Hunt podcast, host Jodi Stemler sits down with outdoor filmmaker and conservationist Jason Matzinger, host of Into High Country, to talk about his upcoming keynote at the Jack Steele Parker Generation Next Banquet and the national television premiere of his documentary Selective.

Episode 1 - Heritage of the Hunt 

In the first full episode of Boone and Crockett Club’s Heritage of the Hunt podcast, host Jodi Stemler is joined by Kyle Lehr (Director of Big Game Records), Mike Opitz (Records Committee Chairman), and Pat McKenzie (Judges Panel Chair) for a deep dive into the 32nd Big Game Awards taking place in Springfield, Missouri.

Episode 0 Heritage of the Hunt 

In the premiere episode of Heritage of the Hunt, Communications Director Jodi Stemler sits down with Boone and Crockett Club CEO Tony Schoonen in their historic Missoula, Montana headquarters to explore the origins, legacy, and impact of North America’s first conservation organization.