Welcome back to another episode of Free Castin!

This episode is all about what houndsmen love most — DOGS!

Sometimes you don't need a big debate or a controversial topic. Sometimes you just need to sit down, talk dogs, and share a few stories. That's exactly what we're doing in this episode.

We're talking about the hounds that started it all, the best dogs we've ever hunted, the traits that make a truly good hound, and the memories that stick with you long after the hunt is over.

From old-school dogs to modern hounds, starting pups, funny hunting stories, and the dogs that have made a lasting impact on our lives — this is a good old-fashioned conversation between folks who love running hounds.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The first dogs that got us into hunting.
• The best hounds we've ever hunted.
• What makes a good dog?
• Old-school dogs versus modern hounds.
• Funny stories and unforgettable memories from the woods.
• Starting pups and raising the next generation of houndsmen.
• The dogs that taught us the most.
• Plenty of good dog talk and stories from the hunting world.

Whether you're a seasoned houndsman, just getting started, or simply enjoy listening to good stories about hunting dogs, there's something here for you.

So sit back, turn it up, and enjoy another episode of Free Castin!

HOUNDS, MULES, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.

Anecdote of a Houndsman — Free Castin

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On this episode of Free Castin, we’re taking you to Africa for an incredible conversation with the hunter behind what may be a world-record leopard.

We start with the hunt itself — how the leopard was found, the tracking, the preparation, the people involved, the challenges along the way, and what it was like when the opportunity finally came together.

But this episode goes much deeper than the hunt.

We also take a hard look at what happens when hunters travel to Africa and spend money on a safari. Where does that money go? How much stays in the local community? What do the trackers, guides, camp workers and other local people gain from hunting? And what does regulated hunting mean for wildlife conservation and the people who live alongside these animals?

We talk about the specific community where this hunt took place and the relationship between wildlife, hunting and the people who call these areas home.

This is a story about an incredible leopard, an unforgettable hunt, and the much bigger picture behind hunting in Africa.

The hunt. The leopard. The people. The conservation. The story behind the trophy.

This is Free Castin — Hounds, Mules & Everything In Between.

Listen in, and hear the story straight from the hunter himself.

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On this episode of Free Castin, we dive into a subject that every Arizona hunter needs to think about: hunting regulations and who is going to shape them in the future.

Hunters don't always agree when it comes to changing rules and regulations. Many see new regulations as nothing more than government control—and sometimes that concern is justified.

But what happens when hunters completely disengage from the process?

If sportsmen aren't willing to identify problems, propose reasonable solutions, and work with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, there will always be other groups willing to step into that conversation.

And those groups may not have the same goals we do.

We're talking about why hunters need to be involved before a proposed regulation becomes a fight, why simply saying “NO” isn't always enough, and how sportsmen can help shape regulations that protect wildlife while preserving hunting opportunities.

We'll also talk about the biggest challenge of all:

Getting hunters to understand that participating in wildlife management doesn't necessarily mean giving up our rights or accepting government control.

Sometimes protecting the future of hunting means being willing to make smart changes today.

So the question is:

Would you rather hunters help write the rules—or let someone else write them for us?

Listen in, share your thoughts, and join the conversation.

Free Castin — Hounds, Mules and Everything in Between.