The Latest

Where did you meet your best friend? Danny Henderson and Laura Carter were part of the first Women Hunt Field to Fork class in 2021. Even before they went to Texas for Field to Fork, they met and have been close ever since. They share the personal reasons they applied, what they learned at FTW Ranch, and how their hunting journeys have continued to grow since that first class.

Anthony Klubi shares his journey from first-time sheep hunter to harvesting a mature Stone's sheep in British Columbia. He discusses the lessons learned over multiple seasons, the importance of aging rams, and why conservation—not simply punching a tag—drives his approach to sheep hunting.

Dana Dykema sits down with Kelli Poole, Partner Account Manager for Global Rescue. The two talk about how Global Rescue is more than insurance; it's a peace of mind membership designed to help wherever you are in the world. Kelli also shares about her recent hippo hunt in Africa. 

In this episode of Sheep Fever, Amy Patrick examines an Oregon ballot initiative that could have restricted farming, ranching, hunting, fishing, conservation, and pest control. She explains how it advanced, why Oregon is a testing ground, and what similar efforts could mean for rural communities nationwide.

The Wild Sheep Foundation recently submitted comments to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding its proposed updates to federal grazing regulations.

Why this matters to wild sheep conservation?

This episode explores how wildlife veterinarians and conservationists challenge stereotypes, blend science with field experience, while building bridges across different viewpoints. From zoo medicine to wild sheep health, friends and colleagues, Helen Schwantje and Dr. Peregrine Wolff share stories of collaboration, conservation funding, and the changing future of wildlife care and protection.

Emily Richett went from the newsroom as a reporter, living a vegan lifestyle, to applying for the Women Hunt course and being selected! That experience launched her to embark on a journey to write a book and open up an opportunity in her state for adult women and female youth to learn to hunt.

Joel Ingram shares the story of drawing an Arizona desert bighorn sheep tag and harvesting an 11½-year-old ram. He discusses preparing for the hunt, guiding sheep hunters, lessons learned in the field, and how the experience reinforced his commitment to wild sheep conservation.

In Part II of Sheep Fever’s conversation with Matt Besko, the discussion turns to hunting culture around the world and what sets North America apart. From European traditions to modern technology’s influence, they explore whether hunting’s cultural roots are fading—and why that matters.

Two inspiring women from Wyoming and Colorado reveal how everyday community effort, mentorship, and passion can make a real difference. When Bralli Clifford and Jann Demaske share their stories, they prove that leadership isn’t about titles; it’s about creating space for others, building family-like communities, and fighting for our outdoor heritage — one step at a time.

Proposal will update management to address modern conservation challenges while building on decades of recovery. The Wild Sheep Foundation today welcomed a new U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service draft rule that recognizes the remarkable recovery of grizzly bears and involves state and tribal wildlife agencies more directly in continuing bear conservation.

Keith Hart shares how a Wyoming elk hunt sparked a passion for sheep hunting, leading to a life-changing Dall’s sheep hunt in Alaska through WSF's Less Than One Club. He reflects on perseverance, conservation, and the community that continues to shape his hunting journey.