The Latest

Matt Besko of Alberta Forestry and Parks joins Sheep Fever to discuss hunting policy, allocation, and wildlife management. With 30+ years of experience, he shares insight on bighorn sheep stewardship, carnivore management, and the importance of hunting traditions in shaping conservation’s future.

This conversation was recorded during the Wild Sheep Foundation Hunting Expo in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, featuring Renée Thornton, Cindy Keaty, and Amy Noss joining host Dana Dykema in Penticton, BC, discussing their events and journeys into sheep hunting without local populations.

In this episode, Marcus Gores shares a grounded look at getting into sheep hunting - where mental toughness, not just fitness, drives success - and why supporting groups like the Oregon Wild Sheep Foundation matters for the future of the resource.

Robbie Kroger, founder of the Origins Foundation, discusses how storytelling and science are reshaping perceptions of hunting. Discover innovative conservation techniques and the collaboration between hunters and conservationists to protect ecosystems and support local communities.

Gray Thornton talks with Ricardo Olivieri about Beretta’s 500-year legacy, craftsmanship, and conservation impact—with proceeds from a record-setting auction going directly to wild sheep restoration in the tri-state region.

Starting her hunting journey in her 40s, Donna shares how a single trip to Africa transformed her perspective on hunting, conservation, and the profound emotional connection with animals and their environments. Discover how she navigated her first wildlife encounters, managed complex feelings about killing necessary overpopulations, and found empowerment in understanding the nuances of responsible hunting.

In this episode of Kicked Out, Maddie sits down with Pete Briant, the first Less Than One Club winner, to talk about going from zero sheep hunting experience to harvesting his first ram—and everything that made the journey unforgettable.

Olivia Nalas-Opry shares her inspiring journey from outdoor enthusiast to conservation advocate, highlighting the positive impact of hunting on wildlife and local communities worldwide. Mrs. Nebraska winner, Diana Award recipient, TV personality and more, Olivia is a multifaceted woman. Discover her insights on conservation, cultural perspectives, and her personal experiences in Africa, Asia, and beyond.

Bighorns in Nebraska? Once home to ~1,000 sheep in the Pine Ridge and Wildcat Hills, they were lost by the early 1990s. Now, through translocations and conservation partnerships, they’re back. Todd Nordeen joins Sheep Fever to share the comeback, challenges, and future of Cornhusker bighorns.

Explore the transformative journey of Danene, Africa's first female leader in professional hunting, as she shares insights on conservation, leadership, and empowering women in wildlife management, redefining hunting as a force for good.

On this episode of the Kicked Out podcast, host Maddie Richards talks with 16-year-old Keetin Daugherty from Washington. Keetin shares how she balances school, sports, and hunting—and reflects on harvesting three sheep by age 16, the lessons learned in the mountains, and the bond she’s built with her dad.

Join Dana and Renée as they sit down with Derek Blake at Sheep Show 2026 in the Women Hunt booth. They discuss Derek's life as an outdoorsman in the Alaska wilderness, parenting his little girl and the story of his beloved wife Rubye Mayflower Blake and his mission to build a lasting legacy in her honor.