Best Dan Gates Save The Hunt Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 42 - Save the Hunt - The Anti Agenda 26:29

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This is the full force of the anti-hunting agenda coming to fruition and it's time to reengage. Host Dan Gates lays out the multi-faceted approach from the anti-hunters that we're facing currently and that will all align - coming to a head this year and next to end hunting. Led by the Polis administration, their agenda aims to dismantle Colorado Pa…

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Ep. 41 - Through the Gates - Blood on the Range 2:18:12

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Inside Colorado's Troubling Wolf Reintroduction: In this explosive Through the Gates episode, fifth-generation ranchers Tim Ritschard and Doug Bruchez expose the truth behind the state’s wolf reintroduction fallout.This is the raw truth that chronicles exactly what has happened on the ground; from mass depredations, the total betrayal of a manageme…

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Ep. 40 - Through the Gates - The Fight for Conservation & 2A 2:08:31

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Salida Gunshop | Wildlife, Gun Laws & the Fight to Save Colorado Conservation In this joint episode with the Salida Gunshop, Dan Gates sits down with Adam Nelson and Josiah Nierman to break down the threat of Initiative 98—and why it's a direct attack on Colorado Parks & Wildlife. We also dive into the state's fast-evolving gun laws and how new reg…

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URGENT UPDATE - PUBLIC LAND SALE 15:31

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🔥 URGENT: Congress Is Trying to Sell Off YOUR Public Lands | What You Need to Know NOW In this special Through the Gates update, producer Sean Ender and guest Ryan Bronson (Dir. of Government Affairs, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation) break down a fast-moving threat in the U.S. Senate: a hidden provision in the federal reconciliation bill that would m…

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Ep. 39 - Through the Gates - Ovis Wildlife 2:08:15

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In this special edition of Through the Gates, we sit down with Doug Barnes, a master taxidermist, lifelong sportsman, and conservation advocate based in Penrose, Colorado. Doug shares his journey from apprentice to award-winning artist, and explains how taxidermy is not just art—it’s a form of reverence for wildlife, rooted in the North American mo…

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Ep. 38 - Save the Hunt - Hijacking Conservation: What Initiative 98 Really Means 28:27

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In this urgent episode of Through the Gates, we break down the truth behind Initiative 98—a new ballot proposal that could dismantle Colorado Parks & Wildlife, strip science-based wildlife management from professionals, and hand authority to unelected special-interest commissions. From the false promises of conservation to the erosion of private pr…

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Ep. 37 - Through the Gates - Life of an Outfitter 2:06:29

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In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Mark Turner—lifelong Idaho Springs resident, traditional bowhunter, and outfitter behind Rocky Mountain Big Game Adventures. Mark shares his deep-rooted hunting heritage, how he helps hunters pursue bighorn sheep, goats, and moose, and why conservation and political engagement matter now more t…

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Ep. 36 - Save the Hunt - StealthHunter Gear 56:18

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Brandon Duarte with StealthHunter Gear joins the show to share his thoughts on what it means to be a responsible hunter with the use of gear the assists us in our pursuits. Fair Chase will always be the utmost importance and the gear we use can help us practice, learn, manage wildlife and properties so that we remain ethical, responsible and engage…

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Ep. 35 - Through the Gates - Randy Newberg 1:28:03

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On this special episode of Through the Gates we're teaming up with Randy Newberg and his show Hunt Talk Radio. Dan and Randy unpack the monumental effort of defeating Proposition 127 and everything that went into that fight. The effort to Save the Hunt continues as a new wave of animal rights extremists aim to end hunting through backwards legislat…

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Ep. 34 - Save the Hunt - CRWM Raffle 9:54

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The fight to Save the Hunt goes on 365 days of the year and we continue to need funding for our efforts at the CPW Commission, Legislature and Ballot. Learn more about what we're doing and how you can support the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management and enter to win either a Gunwerks rifle package or a once in a lifetime elk hunt with San…

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Ep. 33 - Through the Gates - Jeremiah Wilber (part 2) 1:04:04

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Part two in our discussion with Jeremiah Wilber - a man who embodies the word Elite as former Green Beret, cowboy, outfitter, horse trainer and founder of War Party Movement. Over these two episodes he shares his life experiences in war, adventuring in the Rocky Mountains and dedication to helping Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women through the m…

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Ep. 32 - Through the Gates - Jeremiah Wilber (Part 1) 1:30:42

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We're joined in part one of this two part episode by a man who embodies the word Elite. Jeremiah Wilber is a former Green Beret, cowboy, outfitter, horse trainer and founder of War Party Movement. Over these two episodes he shares his life experiences in war, adventuring in the Rocky Mountains and dedication to helping Missing and Murdered Indigeno…

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Ep. 31 - Through the Gates - Alaskan Salmon Fisheries 1:12:50

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If you've ever dreamed of salmon fishing in Alaska, this episode is for you. CRWM Board Member Luke Wiedel joins the show, but this time he's wearing his Captain's hat. Luke shares about the lifestyle guiding fishing trips in Alaska as well as the different landscape of rules, regulations and the conservation of these vital fisheries. A fascinating…

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Ep. 30 - Through the Gates - Sam Westfall 1:17:00

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Sam Westfall joins the show to discuss his endeavors with Archery N Motion and the Valor Archery Challenge. A veteran himself, Sam shares how his moving targets and shooting challenge are taking archery events to the next level; especially when it comes to engaging military personnel and outdoor recreation. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegate…

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Ep. 29 - Save the Hunt - Hometown Hero Outdoors 34:03

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We all know what our pursuits in the outdoors provide for our well-being. Hometown Hero Outdoors provides these experiences to those who need and deserve it most - our military veterans and first responders. Dan Gates is joined by Vice President Shaun Olsberg who shares more about the organization, the lives they have impacted and conservation's tr…

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Ep. 28 - Save the Hunt - Viking Armament 29:51

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Returning to you from the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo, Dan Gates is joined by Grant Gillespie of Viking Armament. The two dive into custom firearms, popular ballistics, the ethics of long range hunting (spoilers, it takes practice) and their involvement with the efforts to Save the Hunt in Colorado. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.buzzs…

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Ep. 27 - Through the Gates - Hunt, Lift, Eat. 40:10

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Dan is joined at the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo by Luke Cox, co-founder of Hunt Lift Eat. These to rockstars share a conversation about health and fitness, the conservation landscape and the hunting community; how we can organize, message, educate and ultimately Save the Hunt. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com https://www.…

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Ep. 26 - Save the Hunt - Responsible Wildlife Management 39:29

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From the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo, we welcome two guests to the show for this Save the Hunt update. Chris Jurney with the Colorado Conservation Alliance shares how his organization is working towards a more responsible wolf reintroduction program that will be better for both managers, citizens and the wolves. Later we get an introduction to Col…

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Ep. 25 - Save the Hunt - The Movement w/Wild Strength Podcast 56:14

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On this special edition episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates is collaborating with Rokcast and Whitney Tramel of the Wild Strength Podcast. Whitney was instrumental in engaging the audience and telling her story and support of science-based wildlife management in the fight against Proposition 127 - The Hunting Ban in Colorado. They discuss the m…

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Ep. 24 - Save the Hunt - Muley Fanatics 55:45

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Dan Gates was lucky to sit down recently with the founder of Muley Fanatics Josh Coursey. The role of hunters in the sustainable management of wildlife goes beyond biological sciences - these conservationists discuss how vital social and political sciences are for the future of wildlife management and The North American Model. It will take all of u…

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Ep. 23 - Through the Gates - Hunt Together, Fight Together 1:21:10

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Dan Gates is joined this week by Dustin Lovell (Ullr's Archery) and Adam Welbon (CRWM Contributor) to discuss the unification of sportsmen spreading across the country and what it will take to ensure hunting and science-based wildlife management win in the future. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com https://www.youtube.com/@Th…

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Ep. 22 - Save the Hunt - Conservation Update w/RMEF & RMBS 47:56

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We're coming at you from the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo as we catch up with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society. Dan Gates sits down with these two heralded conservation organizations to discuss what each of these groups are focusing on for wildlife, the conservation landscape, upcoming events and more! Learn more…

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Ep. 21 - Through the Gates - The Role of Industry 1:45:16

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What is the role of leaders in the hunting industry when it comes to the fight for science-based wildlife management? Will Marquardt of Davis Tent joins the show to discuss just that. Their effort and involvement spans many states as he and Dan Gates discuss the need for state conservation organization, birding, habitat, our community of conservati…

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Ep. 20 - Through the Gates - Wildlife Services 2.0 1:49:49

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Martin Lowney, retired Wildlife Services biologist is back for a deep dive into the intricacies of wildlife management and interagency collaboration that works for wildlife. We're covering a lot this week including NEPA, wildlife lawsuits, threatened Gunnison Sage Grouse, conflicts with city geese, shorebird restoration with the Nature Conservancy,…

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Ep. 19 - Save the Hunt - CRWM Update 10:19

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Dan Gates gives an update to happenings with the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management including legislation that impacts hunting, conservation and science based wildlife management and events we'd love to see you at like the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo and Sportsmen's Day at the Capitol on April 25th. Stay the course and together we can …

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Ep. 18 - Through the Gates - Extreme Gun Laws 2:12:10

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Extremist gun laws that infringe on your constitutional rights are flooding the Colorado legislature turning the Centennial State into California. It's all in the plan to take over the West, take away the 2nd Amendment and end hunting. Adam Nelson from the Salida Gunshop joins the show to discuss Hunting, Conservation, 2A, Concealed Carry, the 72 h…

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Ep. 17 - Through the Gates - Western HuntFest 1:48:09

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Guy Duplantier with Western HuntFest joins to show and shares his passion for becoming a better sportsmen. While his competition focuses on building educated, responsible and fit-for-the-journey hunters, Guys knows how important advocacy and activism are to sustaining what we all love. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com https…

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Ep. 16 - Through the Gates - Fighting for the Western Lifestyle 1:26:28

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Whether it's hunting, rodeo, ranching, cowboy hats - you name it - the western way of life is constantly under attack. Christine Koeppen joins the show after playing a vital role in defeating ballot measures, legislation and commission policies that would impact everything she and her family lives for. Working with Dan Gates and CRWM Christine beca…

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Ep. 15 - Through the Gates - Trapping the Yukon Territory 1:02:03

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Live from the Yukon Territories, join host Dan Gates and outfitter James O'Farrell of Grizzly Creek Lodge as they discuss wildlife management, trapping and sustainability in the great white north. As James guides us through the trapline, Dan learns all about Canadian regulations, navigating this rural and rugged landscape, sustenance harvest and tr…

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Ep. 14 - Through the Gates - Kody Lostroh: Bulls, Hounds & Lions 1:31:20

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World Champion Bull Rider Kody Lostroh joins the show to talk bull riding, hunting with hounds and mountain lion conservation through science. What more could you want! After his career as a bull rider ended, Kody found a new passion as a houndsman and has since become the Vice President for United Houndsmen of Colorado. Kody talks about the lifest…

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Ep. 13 - Save the Hunt - Engage in Legislation 23:26

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In this update, Dan and Justin sit down to share how and why it is crucial for the mission that we show up and have a voice in wildlife, management and hunting related legislation. This is where we can tell our story and make a real difference, but you have to show up and this is how you do it - no matter where you live. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://…

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Ep. 12 - Save the Hunt - Delisting Wolves 23:39

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Dan and Luke are back together with an update about wolves on a national level - a House bill that would delist wolves and give management back to the states. Getting rid of activist management would allow for proper wolf management in balance with other wildlife species and producers across the country. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.b…

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Ep. 11 - Through the Gates - Falconry 1:35:44

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Exciting episode this week as we welcome Master Falconer Devin Jaffe and her harris hawk, Prima. You can watch this, and all episodes on our YouTube channel @ThroughTheGatesPodcast . Learn about the oldest sport in world, raptor conservation and how these sportsmen and women hunt with their incredible partners! - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthe…

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Ep. 10 - Save the Hunt - A Volatile Landscape 39:35

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Host Dan Gates welcomes Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management board members Luke Weidel and Justin Nolan to discuss the current landscape for science-based management in Colorado. Despite the landslide defeat of proposition 127, the anti-hunting extremists continue their lies and deceit to manipulate how our wildlife is managed. - STREAM T…

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Ep. 9 - Save the Hunt - The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation 12:53

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Be informed so you can educate others on what the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is and does. In this update episode of Through the Gates, Dan discusses the 7 tenets of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and what they mean. These are the foundation of responsible wildlife management and vital to all efforts in wildlife…

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Ep. 8 - Through the Gates - Sheep Science & Conservation 2:07:29

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Biologist and Wildlife Manager (ret) Lyle Sidener and Wild Sheep Foundation board member Jann DeMaske join Dan Gates to talk all things wild sheep. Lyle shares experiences from his 32 year career working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife including multiple sheep transplants and reintroductions. On the conservation side, Jann shares her how NGOs like Wi…

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Ep. 7 - Save The Hunt - CO Wolf Update 16:00

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Dan Gates shares news from Colorado about what a new ballot measure would do for ending the forced reintroduction of wolves to Colorado. The measure could balance voices on both sides but most importantly leave wolf management fully in the hands of the experts. - STREAM TO SHOW - https://throughthegates.buzzsprout.com https://www.youtube.com/@Throu…

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Ep. 6 - Save the Hunt - Arizona's Hunting Dog Bill 12:32

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On this week's Save the Hunt update Dan Gates dives into Arizona House bill 2552. A recent citizen petition to Arizona's wildlife commission attempted to ban the use of all hunting dogs. This piece of legislature would ensure that the commission "Shall Not Prohibit the Use of Dogs." Support efforts like this to ensure the North American Model of Wi…

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Ep. 5 - Through the Gates - Wildlife Services 1:31:57

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Host Dan Gates is joined by former Wildlife Services biologist Martin Lowney for a deep dive into federal wildlife management. Martin helped establish the bird strike program in New York City after the Miracle on the Hudson. Unpacking science-based wildlife management at the federal level, we discuss bison, wolves, ballot box biology, the Yellowsto…

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Ep. 4 - Save the Hunt - Your Local Gunshop 21:25

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What does a gun owner look like? What does responsible gun ownership mean? How do firearms support conservation? Dan Gates is joined this week by Jenna Victoria of the Salida Gunshop discussing how a small, local gun store supports education for new firearms owners, hunting and conservation and gun laws and legislation that impact the community. Se…

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Ep. 3 - Save the Hunt - Boone & Crockett/Hunting Community 29:56

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From the International Sportsmen's Expo, Through the Gates is joined by Jodi Stemler of the Boone & Crockett Club and her daughter Sophie. Jodi, the Communications Director for B&C discusses the organization's history, scoring as a way to track species health, Fair Chase and the evolving arena of ethical hunting. Sophie shares about her community o…

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Ep. 2 - Save the Hunt - Luke Wiedel 20:25

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Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management board member joins the show to talk about upcoming engagements in Colorado including the CPW Commission meeting, wildlife decisions to be made during this legislative session - including how the antis plan on removing hunting from the Habitat Stamp program - and the International Sportsmen's Expo in De…

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Ep. 1 - Through the Gates - How We Saved the Hunt 1:24:22

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On the premiere of Through the Gates, host Dan Gates is joined by Sean Ender from Peak to Creek Films as they look back on the monumental effort to defeat Proposition 127 - the hunting ban in Colorado. Dan Gates and his organization the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management led the fight, alongside Colorado's Wildlife Deserve Better, worki…