Episode 2 - First hunts that spark an obsession

Your first hunt can make or break your impression of hunting — either turning you off the sport or turning you into a fanatic.

New hunter Jason Matheson chats with Bill “Duck Slayer” Ayer about his first duck hunting experience in his 20s — the one that convinced Jason waterfowling wasn’t for him — and the duck hunt in his 40s that completely changed his mind. 

Creating a positive experience on a first hunt is crucial to preserving the sport of hunting. Bill shares the ways he sets first-timers up for success when he takes them hunting. Jason reminisces about the parts of his elk and duck hunts with Bill that got him addicted to the sport of hunting. Spoiler: One includes a hungry bear, and the other includes totally going rambo.

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