Podcast
I Survived The Wild Outdoors
Hosted by Brad Mathewson · EN
Brad Mathewson hosts, I Survived The Wild Outdoors! A podcast where outdoorsmen & women share their courageous tales of survival. Share your story at ISurvivedTheWildOutdoors@gmail.com
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Trapped on the Trapline
Feb 400:25:07Tap to summarizeMore than 25 years ago, a routine day on a northern Wisconsin trapline took an unexpected turn for Steve Olson. While handling a conibear trap deep in the woods, a split-second mistake left him trapped and stuck alone with no cell phone and no immediate help. What followed required problem-solving, determination, and a calm approach under pressure.In this episode we share Steve's experience and focus on the safety lessons every trapper should know, including the importance of letting someone know your plans, communication, using proper safety equipment, understanding emergency techniques, and the value of taking a trapper education class before heading into the field. A reminder that preparation, knowledge, and respect for the equipment matter on the trapline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Elk Hunting in Grizzly Country
Jan 1301:05:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Ron Niziolek, a life long bow hunter from Cody, Wyoming whose passion for elk hunting places him deep in some of the most bear-dense terrain in the lower 48. In areas where nearly every drainage holds a grizzly bear, success isn't just measured by filling a tag- it's measured by getting home safe. During the 2024 Wyoming elk season, Ron encountered 41 grizzly bears and experienced multiple bluff charges.This is an honest conversation about passion, preparation, and coexistence and what it takes to continue hunting elk in wild places without letting fear push you out of the mountains you love. If you hunt, hike, or spend time in grizzly country, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Thirty Feet Up
Dec 3100:56:31Tap to summarizeA routine morning in the Michigan woods turns into a life-altering event when veteran hunter Greg Shull experiences a catastrophic climber tree stand failure during the 2009 deer season. In this episode we examine Greg's story and use it as a powerful lens to explore the realities of hunting from elevation- where preparation, equipment, and split-second circumstances can mean the difference between a close call and tragedy. This is not just a story about a fall, it's a conversation about responsibility, awareness and why tree-stand safety matters to every hunter who leaves the ground. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to elevated stands, this episode offers critical insight that could save a life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After the Bite
Dec 1701:20:47Tap to summarizeIn this episode we share the powerful story of Lauren Jean- a tough, devoted hounds woman whose life was turned upside down by a single tick bite. After contracting Lyme disease, Lauren quickly developed severe symptoms, including neurological issues, heart complication, and P.O.T.S forcing her into a year long battle that drained her health, finances and strength. Through hospital visits, costly treatments, and constant setbacks, she continues caring for her 7 Bluetick hounds and her farm almost entirely on her own. We explore the science behind Lyme, why it's called "The Great Imitator" and the importance of prevention, tick-removal, and tick-testing services like TickCheck. This is a story of resilience, reality and the urgent need for better Lyme awareness and research.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brew_city_blue_hounds?igsh=MTExdXM0YjlveWQzcw%3D%3D&utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18PymsmEWE/?mibextid=wwXIfrTickCheck: https://www.tickcheck.com/landing/lyme-disease?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=201474434&gbraid=0AAAAADvq656tIgEmHWdne88I47vdGxNAnTick Testing: https://web.uri.edu/tickencounter/testing/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lost in the System
Nov 2700:40:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Justin Klement, an outdoorsman whose life took an unexpected turn after a tick bite in 2012 while hunting in Washington State. What began as a simple tick removal became a six year medical mystery marked by worsening symptoms, unanswered questions, and countless treatments that never addressed the real cause. Justin shares the physical, emotional, and medical obstacles he endured, as well as the turning point he found through naturopathic medicine. His story is a powerful reminder of how important awareness, early testing and self-advocacy truly are. This is an episode for anyone who spends time outdoors, has battled unexplained health issues, or simply wants to better understand one of today's most misunderstood illnesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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