
Real stories. Wild places. Lessons learned. Join Mike, Kelly, and Garrett as they navigate the ups and downs of hunting in British Columbia. It's not about trophies—it's about growth, conservation, and a genuine connection to the land.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 206 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsScienceWildernessNature | |||

In this speical episode, Mike guest hosts the 2025 season finale of Roost with Ben O'Brien and Sam Soholt. Recorded at the end of the 2025 turkey season, they recap the Western Turkey Tour from early highs to late season frustration, and reflect on w... more
Shane Mahoney returns for our 200th episode to reflect on a life shaped by Newfoundland's wild places, a career spent living alongside big game in remote country, and why those experiences can be hard to translate back home. Shane also shares major u... more
In this follow up episode, Mike sits down with Kelly to reflect on almost a decade of Rookie Hunter, what has stayed the same, what has changed, and why the community around hunting and conservation has meant so much along the way.
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In this special episode, Mike revisits the very first Rookie Hunter recording from March 1, 2016, sharing a short snippet that dives into how he and Kelly got into hunting and why they started the podcast in the first place.
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I started listening to rooking hunter a couple years ago and became instantly hooked! As a new hunter myself it was easy to relate to and each episode was packed full of great information and advice for someone just getting into the lifestyle. Excellent work fellas look forward to listening to more from you guys!!
Been listening for years, when I first got into hunting Rookie Hunter made me feel like I wasn’t alone as I started the long journey of learning. great listen!
I Started listening to this podcast 7yrs ago on the drive to work and it is still one that I look forward to. Excellent stories and adventures with knowledgeable tips mixed in with each episodes. I am still very much a rookie hunter but having so much available resources and knowledge that comes with listening to podcasts like these have helped with the learning curve.
Keep it going guys and of course, pumped that it’s Canadian.
@garant.justin
Love listening to a couple BC boys talk hunting. Enjoy the show and your guests!
Mike sounds good, but he looks even better from a high vantage point
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A candid, BC-focused hunting show that centers on growth, conservation, and practical outdoor skills rather than trophy chasing. Across episodes, listeners hear down-to-earth discussions about ethics, wildlife management, gear, and personal journeys into hunting—often framed around community, local conservation groups, and real-life hunting experiences in rugged terrain. Notable strengths include thoughtful conversations with conservation-minded guests, approachable advice for new hunters, and a clear emphasis on responsible hunting and land stewardship. A friendly, Canadian perspective with a strong emphasis on community, education, and accessible storytelling makes it appealing to both newcomers and seasoned outdoorspeople who want authen... more
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