Elk Extraction Gone Wrong

Leon Brown from Clark Fork Outfitters is back! A returning guest and seasoned hunting guide, Leon joins us once again to share another unforgettable story. This time it all starts with a successful hunt as his dad drops a great bull elk, but things quickly take a turn. After deciding to haul the elk out using an ATV, Leon is able to get down the top of the mountain to an old logging road. But when they realize the elk is too heavy to lift into the truck, Leon comes up with a fast (and slightly risky) plan to drive the elk-loaded ATV up a steep hill to try to match the trucks tailgate height. What happened next? Let's just say it involves a massive elk, a flipped ATV and our friend Leon. Clark Fork Outfitters: https://clarkforkoutfitters.com

Mountain Mishap

A survival Story

In this gripping episode, Leon Brown of Clark Fork Outfitters shares his harrowing encounter with a black bear in the wilds of Idaho. After a day-long chase with his dogs, Leon found himself under attack, forced to defend himself with his handgun. He recounts the terrifying moment the bear turned on him, biting his thigh and hand and how he survived the the attack. Leon's story is not only a testament to survival but also a valuable lesson in being prepared for the unexpected. Clark Fork Outfitters: https://clarkforkoutfitters.com

Dogs on the Chase, Bear on the Attack

The Stephan Kesting Story

In this episode, we dive into the powerful story behind Stephan Kesting's book, Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic. Stephan shares his harrowing journey of survival after facing near-death experiences in the wild, and how these challenges led him to a deeper understanding of life, resilience and hope. Don't miss this incredible story of survival and personal growth. Stephan's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Perseverance-Death-Subarctic-Stephan-Kesting/dp/1639368612

Perserverance

The Katie and Mitchell Story

What happens when a honeymoon turns into a series of unfortunate events? Katie and Mitchell find out as their romantic getaway to South Dakota quickly derails with food poisoning and a horse riding accident that ends with a broken rib. Join as Katie shares the ups, the downs and everything in between- proving that sometimes love grows stronger in the most unexpected circumstances.

Love, Laughter, and Broken Ribs

The Steve Acosta Story

In this episode, we follow the gripping journey of Steve Acosta and his brother Simon as they venture out for a day of Steelhead flyfishing on California's Feather River. What begins as a serene escape quickly turn's into a fight for survival when their drift boat capsizes, leaving one brother struggling beneath the surface. Join us as we recount their terrifying experience and the lessons learned from the river and the importance of life jacket safety. Steve's website: acostaflyfishing.com

Caught in the Current

The Dawn Rhode Story

In this episode, Dawn Rohde shares her harrowing solo adventure up Red Pines Trail in Utah’s Little Cottonwood Canyon. Her plan to explore the scenic Maybird Lake area takes an unexpected turn when she loses the trail amid lingering snow and rugged terrain. A thunderstorm rolls in and the conditions become perilous with lightning, hail, and slippery trails. As night falls and the temperatures drop, she shelters by a cliff, wrapped in a space blanket and surrounded by the wilderness and its inhabitants. Listen in as Dawn shares her fight for survival with host Brad Mathewson.

Off the Trail

The Joe Junion Musky Stories

In this podcast episode, seasoned musky fisherman and guide Joe Junion recounts a series of fishing mishaps centered around one of the most dangerous aspects of the sport—the razor-sharp treble hooks. With vivid detail, he recalls several close calls and near misses that have left anglers bloodied and bruised, including himself. Whether you're a fishing enthusiast or just a fan of wild adventure stories, this episode reminds us of one of the overlooked dangers of fishing. Todays Guest: Joe Junion https://sites.google.com/view/joejunionsportfishing/home https://www.facebook.com/p/Joe-Junion-Sportfishing-100070157833467/

Treble Hooked

In this specially requested episode, host Brad Mathewson shares two more entertaining and cautionary tales from his bear hunting adventures. The setting for both stories is the swampy, bog-filled wilderness where he and a friend were scouting and baiting for bear season. From underestimating the treacherous terrain of a bog, to nature throwing the unexpected curveball, this episode offers listeners a glimpse into the unpredictable and often challenging aspects mother nature has to offer.

Bear Bait Blunders and Mishaps

Join us for a wild story in the heart of the wilderness. Our host Brad Mathewson, an experienced hunter, sets out on what should have been a routine trip to put out bear bait. But as soon as he steps onto shore, he finds himself under attack — not by a bear, but by a swarm of angry yellow jackets. Stranded with his kayak pulled up over their ground nest, he has no choice but to fight the swarm of pain to escape. Tune in as he recounts the experience and shares the lessons learned from a day in the wild that went from calm to chaos in an instant.

Bears, Bees and a Swarm

Brad Mathewson hosts, I Survived The Wild Outdoors! A podcast where outdoorsmen &amp; women share their courageous tales of survival. Share your story at ISurvivedTheWildOutdoors@gmail.com

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