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Ep 649: Ty Stubblefield | Wild Bison Ranch
This week on the Rich Outdoors, we’re thrilled to feature Ty Stubblefield, the dynamic owner of Wild Bison Ranch, located in the heart of Montana. Ty’s journey from a casual idea sparked during a bison ranch tour in Canada to establishing his own thriving bison ranch is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, Ty reveals the inspiring story behind Wild Bison Ranch, where he now manages 300 acres and 50 head of bison.

Ty shares the trials and triumphs of transforming a dream into a reality. From starting with just a single bison in a suburban setting to expanding to a full-scale ranch, Ty provides deep insights into the challenges of bison ranching, including the sacrifices, strategic decisions, and innovative approaches required to make his vision a success.

We delve into the practical aspects of building a brand in the bison industry, discussing how Ty has crafted Wild Bison Ranch into more than just a meat supplier but a symbol of quality and sustainability. Learn how Ty navigated obstacles, refined his business strategy, and stayed committed to his passion.

Whether you’re interested in bison ranching, entrepreneurial endeavors, or simply love a compelling story of following your dreams, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiration. Tune in to discover how Ty Stubblefield turned his wild idea into a flourishing business and gain insights into building and sustaining your own ventures.

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Today’s podcast is sponsored by ON X HUNT, the unrivaled standard for hunting maps. On X is launch in features and upgrading their app faster than I can keep up. there are so many amazing tools that will improve your hunting experience this fall. On X is a must have for me. If you aren’t an elite on x hunt member yet you need to upgrade the elite tier has so much to offer. From elite only mapping features to major discounts on partner brands you are probably paying for anyway. upgrade your account and check out all the amazing features that make ON X HUNT the best mapping system for hunter. TRO to save 20%.

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Tune in to the ELK Hunt podcast for your ultimate guide to elk hunting and gear. Plus, learn how to enter our monthly gear giveaways and score some awesome free gear!

EP 648: Shawn McVey
In this episode, we sit down with Sean McVey, a man whose life embodies the philosophy of “Be Epic, Do Epic.” Growing up in Santa Cruz, California, Sean’s childhood was split between the coastal surf and the rugged wilderness of the Sierra Nevada. This unique upbringing shaped him into a modern-day Renaissance man, excelling in surfing, spearfishing, hunting, and business.

Sean takes us through his incredible journey, sharing stories of his early days as a “frothy grom,” the lessons learned from wrestling with the U.S. Olympic coach, and the adventures that led him to become a skilled spearfisherman, traveling the world in pursuit of the ultimate underwater experience. He also dives into his passion for bow hunting, a discipline that has taken him across California and beyond.

But Sean’s story isn’t just about outdoor adventures; it’s also about the crossroads of business and passion. With years of industry experience, Sean discusses the evolving nature of outdoor sports, the fusion of different athletic disciplines, and how these trends are driving innovation in product design. Whether you’re interested in the future of outdoor gear or the personal growth that comes from pushing your limits, this episode offers a wealth of insights.

Listeners will also appreciate Sean’s perspective on the importance of building strong relationships, both in life and business, as he shares how his epic pursuits have led to invaluable connections in the industry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the outdoors, personal development, and the intersection of adventure and entrepreneurship.

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Today’s podcast is sponsored by ON X HUNT, the unrivaled standard for hunting maps. On X is launch in features and upgrading their app faster than I can keep up. there are so many amazing tools that will improve your hunting experience this fall. On X is a must have for me. If you aren’t an elite on x hunt member yet you need to upgrade the elite tier has so much to offer. From elite only mapping features to major discounts on partner brands you are probably paying for anyway. upgrade your account and check out all the amazing features that make ON X HUNT the best mapping system for hunter. TRO to save 20%.

Tune in to the ELK Hunt podcast for your ultimate guide to elk hunting and gear. Plus, learn how to enter our monthly gear giveaways and score some awesome free gear!

EP 638: Eric Wilson

Hey everyone, Cody Rich here, and boy, do I have an incredible guest for you this week on The Rich Outdoors podcast. Eric Wilson’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From being a top athlete to facing health struggles and the grind of entrepreneurship, Eric’s story is one of resilience and determination.

What makes Eric’s story unique is his transformation from being overweight and tied to his business to reclaiming his health and chasing his dreams. And what’s his ultimate dream? Going on an elk hunt. Yup, you heard that right. Eric’s North Star became embarking on an elk hunt, and he’s about to make it happen.

Tune in as Eric shares his journey, the ups and downs, and how he’s transformed his life to pursue his passion for hunting. Trust me, folks, this one’s a must-listen, and Eric’s story will leave you feeling inspired and ready to chase your own dreams.

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Today’s podcast is sponsored by ON X HUNT, the unrivaled standard for hunting maps. On X is launch in features and upgrading their app faster than I can keep up. there are so many amazing tools that will improve your hunting experience this fall. On X is a must have for me. If you aren’t an elite on x hunt member yet you need to upgrade the elite tier has so much to offer. From elite only mapping features to major discounts on partner brands you are probably paying for anyway. upgrade your account and check out all the amazing features that make ON X HUNT the best mapping system for hunter. TRO to save 20%.

This week we talk Spring bear hunting. Been talking a lot about entrepreneurship lately so it was fun talk about upcoming spring bear plans. Garrett Weaver runs a hunting YouTube channel called On Point and does a lot of bear hunting in Oregon. Jared Newman is out of Colorado and we talk about his plans to hit up Montana this year. Spring bear hunting is one of my favorite trips of the year and really look forward to it every year. This year I have been scouting some new spots and I am excited to get out and see what they look like. We also talk about an app Jared built called Hunt League and how the thing he just wanted for himself has grown into an app that could have an impact of generating data for agencies across the country.  Hope you enjoy, and be sure to check out the app at www.huntleague.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

Show Notes:
Introductions, Plus Oregon & Montana – 01:37
News on Hound Use – 10:35
Journey of Bear Hunting – 17:26
Calling, Cams, Rutting, & August Bears – 26:51
Brown Bear Hunting & Stories – 40:59
Hunt League App & Your In-Field Experience – 46:12
Where to Find Hunt League App & Info – 59:35

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It’s a pleasure to have Remi Warren on the podcast again. Remi is someone I have always looked up to for a few reason. Remi is about as true to character as anyone I have met. He also has the ability to be 100% true to himself which is more rare than one would think. It can be hard to know when to be yourself and when people you expect something else of you.

In this episode we talk about a side of Remi most probably don’t see or at least don’t think about as much. Remi is one of the best hunters out there but this week we tackle just how he set out to turn his passion into a profession. Remi is one of those people who just wants to hunt every day. In order to do that you need to figure out how you are also going to make a living. From guiding to TV shows Remi has tested many strategies and seems to be doing well while still enjoying what he does. Stoked for those brave enough to create the life most would consider reckless. Check out Remi’s new podcast Live Wild available where ever podcasts are downloaded.

Show Notes:
Remi’s Path – 00:55
Remi’s Reflects on the Past & Advice – 11:06
Remi’s Future Hunts & Game Species – 24:00
Thoughts on Outfitters – 32:52
Remi’s Career & Self Progression – 41:46
Remi’s Podcast “Live Wild”, New Products & Films – 53:00 If you like this podcast you probably also like snacks, Backcountry Fuel Box is a box of snacks delivered right to your door without you having to shop for anything, it’s basically like magic. Discover snacks you find in stores. have a steady supply of snacks, Get special discounts on top brands, and best of all get that excitement of opening the box every month to see whats in it. Unless you have kids, then my month 3 they have figured it out and you will have an empty box, every time. In all honesty though its a ton of fun for families and kids absolutely love getting the box. Fuel Box Use the TRO code and save 10% off. How does an extra $10k right now sound? You’re probably gonna need it just to cover fuel cost this hunting season. Last couple months I have secretly been building the ultimate community for people who want the most out of life. This thing is awesome and I gotta say I really stoked about it. It’s called Rich Ideas Lab. It’s a place for lifestyle entrepreneurs who prefer gravel roads over sandy beaches. It’s a place where we can jam on business ideas, side hustles, and ways to make money that allow us that thing we all want, financial and time freedom. Great entrepreneurs have more Ideas than time, I want show you what that looks like.  To give you the community that will push you to accomplish the most out of life, even if you live in a small town and don’t know anybody who is ambitious. Here is why you need to go sign up right now. The first 100 people are getting in for $200 and then its jumping up. On top of that I’m gonna give you the side hustle course worth another $100. If thats not enough I’m also throwing in my entrepreneur course worth $500. That’s $600 of bonus vale and $100 off just for being an early adopter of the Ideas Lab. O, and if you don’t think you’re gonna double your $200 being apart of this then I will personally Venmo you $200 back.

This week I am joined by Justin Wegner of Backbone Swag. Just when Justin took the leap of faith in himself and went out on his own, life had other plans. Justin worked his way up to finally having some big contracts in the agency space just as COVID and 2020 punched everyone in the face. Every single project he was working on stopped or postponed. The problem is when that happens it is not like the bills stop coming. In this situation one could either lay down and say  I guess I tried, or you can pivot and grind. Justin chose the latter. He instantly pivoted to an Idea he had about a clothing brand. After grinding, and learning, and grinding some more Backbone hit that 7 figure mark. I love that Justin calls it the 20 year overnight success. This is so true, you never see all the failures that went into what something is. This is a cool story and I hope it inspires some of you.

Show Notes:
Justin’s Story – 01:05
Justin’s Losses & Finding a Win – 10:47
Pivoting from Failure Towards Success – 23:14
Shifting Tracks & Building a Dedicated Fanbase – 34:26
Looking Back on Your Past – 40:17
Advice to Younger Self – 45:42
BackboneSwag.com – 54:13

How does an extra $10k right now sound? You’re probably gonna need it just to cover fuel cost this hunting season. Last couple months I have secretly been building the ultimate community for people who want the most out of life. This thing is awesome and I gotta say I really stoked about it. It’s called Rich Ideas Lab. It’s a place for lifestyle entrepreneurs who prefer gravel roads over sandy beaches. It’s a place where we can jam on business ideas, side hustles, and ways to make money that allow us that thing we all want, financial and time freedom. Great entrepreneurs have more Ideas than time, I want show you what that looks like.  To give you the community that will push you to accomplish the most out of life, even if you live in a small town and don’t know anybody who is ambitious. Here is why you need to go sign up right now. The first 100 people are getting in for $200 and then its jumping up. On top of that I’m gonna give you the side hustle course worth another $100. If thats not enough I’m also throwing in my entrepreneur course worth $500. That’s $600 of bonus vale and $100 off just for being an early adopter of the ideas lab. O, and if you don’t think you’re gonna double your $200 being apart of this then I will personally Venmo you $200 back. Rich Ideas Lab If you like this podcast you probably also like snacks, Backcountry Fuel Box is a box of snacks delivered right to your door without you having to shop for anything. It’s Basically like magic. Discover snacks you find in stores. have a steady supply of snacks, Get special discounts on top brands, and best of all get that excitement of opening the box every month to see whats in it. Unless you have kids, then my month 3 they have figured it out and you will have an empty box, every time. In all honesty though its a ton of fun for families and kids absolutely love getting the box. Use the TRO code and save 10% off    Get Snacks!

We are launching a men’s candle company. I have more ideas than time, some ideas are better than others I’ll admit. Ideas are actually pretty easy it’s deciding which ones to pursue, which ones are going to be dead ends that take a ton of intuition and skill.

I created this thing Rich Ideas Lab for a few reasons. 1) I love jamming about business ideas, making money, and how to have the lifestyle about as much as hunting. 2) It’s the best resource I can think of to help all of you who want to do the same.

From an early age I knew there was a version of life where I had freedom to go do what I wanted when I wanted. A version of life where if you want something expensive you figure out how to make that money.

I worked like hell to make that happen. Then I thought I could teach a course on how to do that. While I do think that will save you years of missteps, what you really need to do is surround yourself with people who are doing that.

In retrospect it’s obvious, I surrounded myself with people who pushed me. Who made me think bigger. The problem I had was that there was very few people like me. They all wanted to build businesses so they could drink umbrella drinks on a beach. I was trying to do it so I could work face off chasing elk in the mountains.

SO, what is the thing I can create that is going to push me to the next level as well as help people get what they want but do not yet know how to get? This is that thing. Here is a taste of what we are doing, but it’s going to be so much bigger.

This week I am joined by fellow podcaster Steven Cook. Steven is an entrepreneur who took his families feed store business and scaled it a very profitable business. We talk about his background in animal nutrition and how he pivoted his college education into something that would help grow the family business. We also cover some funny side hustles that the early entrepreneur used to pay his way through college. An avid hunter Steven stumbled onto my podcast and was stoked to see someone talking about business and hunting. We hit it off and chatted about a few side hustles he would do if he wanted to make some side cash.

Show Notes:
Podcasting, Hosting & Guests – 01:12
Steven’s Equine Feed Business & Pack Horses – 05:37
How Steven Got Into Business – 22:37
Current Side Hustle & Fleshing Ideas – 28:57
Steven’s “Better Business” Podcast – 40:48
Online Info & Books – 46:45

How does an extra $10k right now sound? You’re probably gonna need it just to cover fuel cost this hunting season. Last couple months I have secretly been building the ultimate community for people who want the most out of life. This thing is awesome and I gotta say I really stoked about it. It’s called Rich Ideas Lab. It’s a place for lifestyle entrepreneurs who prefer gravel roads over sandy beaches. It’s a place where we can jam on business ideas, side hustles, and ways to make money that allow us that thing we all want, financial and time freedom. Great entrepreneurs have more Ideas than time, I want show you what that looks like.  To give you the community that will push you to accomplish the most out of life, even if you live in a small town and don’t know anybody who is ambitious. Here is why you need to go sign up right now. The first 100 people are getting in for $200 and then its jumping up. On top of that I’m gonna give you the side hustle course worth another $100. If thats not enough I’m also throwing in my entrepreneur course worth $500. That’s $600 of bonus vale and $100 off just for being an early adopter of the ideas lab. O, and if you don’t think you’re gonna double your $200 being apart of this then I will personally Venmo you $200 back. It is e-scouting season if you are a serious hunter now is the time to start scheming and planning for 2022. Getting a tag is the name of the game and before you ever apply you should be looking over that unit in onX to see what it looks like. If you can see any pockets where you might find that future wall hanger. On X is my go-to map for e-scouting and now with your elite membership you get access to not only all 50 states but you also get access to Top-rut draw odds and Huntin Fools e-mag  to help you find that tag that other people aren’t seeing. Upgrade your on X membership to Elite and get the whole e-scouting package

This week I sit down with Brad Faulstich avid outdoorsman and entrepreneur. Born into a dairy farm Brad didn’t grow up in a hunting family but when he was introduce it lit a fire in him. He knew pretty quick he needed to figure out a way to make a life where he could hunt more. Being a hard worker life has opened a number of doors for him and lead him down a path of project to project. I love this podcast and talking to Brad about his journey toward creating the life he wants.

Show Notes:
About Brad – 01:38
Opportunities & Brad’s Side Hustle – 11:10
Vision & Goals – 25:49
White Lies Antlers & Buyers – 36:57
Brad Online & Shooting Program – 48:22

Hey Quick interruption here to tell you about the new On X elite membership partnerships. On X has teamed up with some great brands to up the value of the elite membership. More and more of us are hunting more states and to be honest you almost have to if you want to hunt every year. Now with an On X elite membership you not only get maps in all 50 states but you now get access to both tTop Rut and the Huntin Fool digital magazine. These tools are invaluable to me and now for one membership I get them all for the entire year. Upgrade Your Membership to elite and widen your hunting opportunities. Use that TRO code and you will even save another 20% at check out. Backcountry Fuel has launched a new box option. I don’t know why we didn’t do this earlier but now, if you aren’t into backpacking meals you can just get a monthly box loaded with snacks, no meals just snacks. For those who had a hard time justifying the box because they didn’t use the meals now you have zero excuses. Sign up for the new big foot snack box and get high quality outdoor snacks delivered right to your door. Whether you are hoarding boxes of for hunting season or making it rain empty snack rappers in the back seat of your ford ranger I won’t judge. Sign up now to get yourself the best subscription box there is. Head over to www.BackcountryFuelBox.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss and use the code “TRO” at checkout.

Dan Mayland hasn’t been on the podcast in a a couple years. Which is a shame because it was one of our more popular episodes. Dan in a Wyoming transplant but has been in Montana for 17 years now. LEO by weekday and mountain explorer by weekend, Dan is your everyday guy that just gets after it. In this podcast we talk about his 2021 deer experience hunting with his son and the successful year they had. Dan has been exploring eastern montana since before it was popular and we dive into some of the misconceptions that people say about the good ol’ days. We chat about the explosion of hunting pressure out east and how Dan tries to combat that. Dan is an avid bear hunter and we talk about some of his adventures and the upcoming season.

Show Notes:
Evolution of Hunting Muleys in Eastern Montana – 01:39
Dan’s Buck & His Son’s Youth Hunt – 10:38
Obstacles to Opportunity & Ways Around – 29:22
Elements Impacting Game & Destination Hunters – 47:38
Structure Changes in Montana & the Affects – 53:07
Spring Bear Plans, Approach & Strategies – 1:03:44
Dan’s Youtube Channel & Content – 1:17:23

It is e-scouting season if you are a serious hunter now is the time to start scheming and planning for 2022. Getting a tag is the name of the game and before you ever apply you should be looking over that unit in onX to see what it looks like. If you can see any pockets where you might find that future wall hanger. On X is my go-to map for e-scouting and now with your elite membership you get access to not only all 50 states but you also get access to Top-rut draw odds and Huntin Fools e-mag  to help you find that tag that other people aren’t seeing. Upgrade your on X membership to Elite and get the whole e-scouting package. Quick interruption to tell you that the Rich Life course is now live again. Back in December we ran a pilot course with 25 students and it was awesome. We launched multiple businesses and the feedback was outstanding. I think people were blown away. When I first had the idea to launch the course I didn’t know whether to make it about starting a side hustle or just about entrepreneurship. Through teach those first 25 students I have realized that this is a course about how to make time and money. So so many would be entrepreneurs start a project only to realize they only started a job and freedom to hunt as much as they want is nowhere to be seen. This course is about choosing the right ideas and or pivoting from the wrong ones. My entire life has been build around how do I create an income that allows me to go do the things I love. I have made a pile mistakes along the way and I want to teach people like me how to avoid those potholes. If you are a interested in changing your life sign up at therichoutdoors.net/course if you use code TRO it’ll save you $50 bucks and for the first 50 people to sign up I will give you access to our Slack channel that we are calling the Rich Ideas Lab where you will get access to tons of ideas and a community of entrepreneurs.