Chasing Tales Outdoors Podcast

Summary In this conversation, Mike Costello from Howl for Wildlife discusses the importance of advocacy in preserving hunting and wildlife management. He shares his background as an adult-onset hunter in California and the challenges faced by hunters in the state. Mike emphasizes the need for hunters to engage decision makers at the commission level and communicate with non-hunters to bridge the gap and dispel misconceptions. He also highlights the role of social media in sharing hunting stories and the importance of supporting organizations that focus on advocacy and conservation. The conversation covers various topics related to hunting, conservation, and advocacy. We discuss the importance of supporting different hunting methods and the need for sustainable hunting practices. 01:29 Guest Introduction and Background 04:14 Howl for Wildlife and Advocacy 06:12 Engaging Decision Makers 09:32 Communicating with Non-Hunters 12:52 The Importance of Sharing Hunting Stories 28:23 Conservation Issues and Internal C