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Dana Dykema is a wife and mother to four teenagers. As a stay-at-home mom she is passionate about feeding her family scratch made, locally sourced food. In 2021, she started a farm to table distribution business that would later introduce her to people in the hunting world. Those relationships would be impactful in her decision to join them and become a hunter herself.
Dana first had the pleasure to podcast alongside Mark Hall at Wild Origins Canada in 2024. In 2025 she became the host of the new Ignite Podcast with the Women Hunt program which engages, educates, empowers, and inspires more women to enter the hunting and conservation space.
Dana is thankful to be part of the WSF family and is excited to develop her skills as a hunter and as a podcast host.
Renée Thornton is the Founder and Chair of the Wild Sheep Foundation’s Women Hunt® program and committee, and the Women in Hunting® initiative. Originally from rural Alberta, Canada, she built a 30-year career in federal government and politics, serving in senior leadership and executive roles before retiring and relocating to Montana. Renée became a hunter in 2016 after a decade-long pursuit of ethically sourced, locally raised food, and her experience as a solo, adult-onset female hunter fuels her passion for helping more women enter hunting and conservation. A dedicated advocate for wildlife and wild places, she volunteers, speaks publicly, and works with state, provincial, and national legislators to advance the rights and heritage of hunters. Renée is a Summit Life Member of the Wild Sheep Foundation and holds numerous conservation life memberships, including the prestigious Marco Polo Society, supporting the future of wild sheep conservation. An avid outdoorswoman and world traveler who has visited all seven continents, she enjoys hunting, fly fishing, hiking, and camping, and in 2025 captained the first all-female championship team in the history of the Lander One Shot Antelope Hunt.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
In this co-hosted episode Dana and Renée discuss with Bralli and Jann how year-round conservation efforts like Wyoming’s exclusive sheep summit foster lasting impact, providing a blueprint for meaningful advocacy. The ladies expand on the behind-the-scenes work that makes wild sheep populations thrive and how inclusive spaces in hunting build lasting bonds across generations, experience levels, and backgrounds. We break down the importance of community in conservation, including innovative programs like Women Hunt and the celebrated Ladies’ Luncheons that empower women in a traditionally male-dominated sphere. Bralli and Jann share stories of how mentorship and shared purpose create ripples, inspiring newcomers and seasoned hunters alike. This episode highlights the vital role of passionate individuals and dedicated staff—those hidden heroes behind successful organizations like Wild Sheep Foundation—who keep our wildlife traditions alive and growing globally. If you’ve ever wondered how to effect real change or build a strong community around conservation, this conversation is your blueprint. Perfect for wildlife advocates, hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who believes in making a difference through passion and purpose. Join the movement that’s transforming ideals into action, one story at a time.
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