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Episode Synopsis
First and Foremost Mike Sells is a trapper and we're lucky to be able to share his life story from running away from home, learning how to trap, becoming an influence in the industry all while balancing his job as a game warden. His story spans decades of dedication to wildlife management, trapping traditions, and defending the North American Model against extremist agendas.Hear firsthand stories from the field—finding the passion, managing wildlife populations with science, developing calls and tactics, and witnessing the changing landscape of conservation policy. From working boots-on-the-ground to facing political battles against anti-hunting organizations, this conversation sheds light on the reality of managing wildlife.Whether you’re a hunter, angler, trapper, or conservation-minded citizen, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Celebrate the Women of Conservation initiative - Buy your calendar today!https://markitmyway.chipply.com/crwm/product-detail-shell.aspx?pid=18789292&eid=355074&cid=2151159&lastaction=viewall🔗 Learn more and get involved: https://savethehuntcolorado.comSend us a text STREAM TO SHOW - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVjalEoOauqM3xLSHrq3FO680x-XriQcD https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com- Thank you to our Sponsors -https://davistent.com/https://minturnanglers.com/https://salidagunshop.com/https://www.coloradosheds.com/https://www.coloradooutfitters.org/
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