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Ep. 98 - Conflict of Interest? Colorado Hunters Question CPW Chairman Jay Tuchton
12 May 2026
01:19:20
Coloradoās wildlife politics are reaching a breaking point. In this episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates breaks down the latest Colorado Parks & Wildlife Commission meeting, the growing battle over hunting rights, wolf management, fur ban proposals, Second Amendment restrictions, and the political fight shaping the future of conservation in Colorado.
This episode dives deep into the appointment of new CPW leadership, the controversy surrounding wildlife commissioner Jay Tuchton, concerns over anti-hunting influence inside Colorado Parks & Wildlife, and why sportsmen, ranchers, counties, and conservationists are mobilizing to defend science-based wildlife management.
Daniel also covers:
Colorado Senate Bill 003 firearm restrictions
Wolf reintroduction and predator management
The future of hunting and trapping in Colorado
Proposition 127 fallout
Constitutional right to hunt & fish efforts
The āCircle the Wagonsā coalition event in Grand Junction
The growing divide between sportsmen and political activists
If you care about hunting, fishing, conservation, wildlife policy, rural Colorado, or the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation ā this is an episode you cannot miss.
Subscribe and follow Through the Gates as we continue to unite the fight to Save the Hunt.
Listen, share, subscribe and stay informed ā the future of wildlife management depends on it.
Ep. 38 - Save the Hunt - Hijacking Conservation: What Initiative 98 Really Means
18 Jun 2025
00:28:27
In this urgent episode of Through the Gates, we break down the truth behind Initiative 98āa new ballot proposal that could dismantle Colorado Parks & Wildlife, strip science-based wildlife management from professionals, and hand authority to unelected special-interest commissions. From the false promises of conservation to the erosion of private property rights, Dan Gates dives deep into how this initiative threatens hunting, agriculture, and land use in Colorado.
šÆ Key Topics:
-What Initiative 98 really proposes -Why hunters, ranchers, and conservationists should be alarmed -The truth about the āWildlife Corridors Actā -How Initiative 98 would override CPW and the North American Model -Action steps to protect Coloradoās wildlife future
š„ If you care about hunting rights, public land access, wildlife conservation, or private property freedomsāthis is a must-listen.
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Ep. 63 - Just Ban It
15 Oct 2025
00:27:18
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While you're out in the woods pursuing your passion, remember that Dan Gates and the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management continue to fight for your ability to do so. Fresh off another Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting Dan recaps much of what took place including the rhetoric of anti-hunters that is being fed through talking points rather than actual knowledge or experience. Political talking points around āecosystems,ā ābiodiversity,ā and ācruel harvestā are being leveraged to undermine science-based wildlife management without any alternative other than to Just Ban It. From wolves and fur-bearers to new management plans, we break down what happened, why it matters, and whatās coming at the November meeting in Sterling.
We also touch on mountain lion season, fur-bearer studies, beaver management controversies, and why staying informed is critical as activist groups try to influence policy behind the scenes.
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Ep. 58 - Good Bull Outdoors
19 Sep 2025
02:05:07
In this episode of Through the Gates, host Dan Gates sits down with Loren Shragg of Good Bull Outdoors/Good Bull Guided to dig into wildlife photography, education about wildlife management and internet censorship. From behind-the-scenes stories of photographing elk, moose, and deer in Rocky Mountain National Park to the political chaos of Coloradoās wolf reintroduction, this episode pulls no punches.
Loren exposes the hidden side of the fight: how animal rights groups use propaganda, how ballot initiatives threaten the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, and how the biggest internet platforms are censoring hunting-related content to silence sportsmen and limit conservation voices online.
We also dive into: - The challenges of guiding and photographing wildlife. - Why social media algorithms amplify activism but suppress hunting. - The clash between animal welfare vs. animal rights. - How hunters and conservationists can organize a āstanding armyā to push back.
This isnāt just about huntingāitās about the future of Coloradoās wildlife, rural communities, and outdoor heritage.
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Ep. 33 - Through the Gates - Jeremiah Wilber (part 2)
30 May 2025
01:04:04
Part two in our discussion with Jeremiah Wilber - a man who embodies the word Elite as former Green Beret, cowboy, outfitter, horse trainer and founder of War Party Movement. Over these two episodes he shares his life experiences in war, adventuring in the Rocky Mountains and dedication to helping Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women through the movement. If you missed part one, go back and learn about Jeremiah's background.
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Ep. 95 - Commissions, Activists & the Future of Hunting
21 Apr 2026
00:48:50
In this episode of Through the Gates, we break down the rapidly evolving landscape of wildlife management in Colorado and beyond. From upcoming Colorado Parks & Wildlife Commission confirmations to the continued fallout from Proposition 127, this episode dives deep into the political, cultural, and scientific battles shaping the future of hunting, trapping, and conservation.
We also examine the growing influence of animal rights activism, spotlighting key figures, messaging strategies, and how these campaigns are impacting policy decisions at the state and national level. With major events like Sportsmenās Day at the Capitol, upcoming commission meetings, and potential ballot initiatives on the horizon, now is the time to stay informed and engaged.
If you care about the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, public trust resources, and the role of hunters and anglers in conservation, this episode is a must-listen.
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Ep. 55 - Inside Colorado Politics: Jason Mikesell
05 Sep 2025
02:03:39
In Episode 55 of Through the Gates, we sit down with Teller County Sheriff and CO Governor Candidate Jason Mikesell to break down the political forces shaping Coloradoās future. This conversation digs into the reality of ballot-box biology, rural vs. urban divides, and the growing influence of Denver politics on communities across the state.
We explore how decisions at the Capitol and by appointed commissions are impacting ranchers, landowners, and everyday Coloradans ā often with little transparency or accountability. Beyond wildlife policy, the discussion dives into Coloradoās broader political issues: rising crime, ongoing debates over immigration, the stateās failing infrastructure and roads, and how these challenges are compounded by top-down policies that donāt reflect rural realities. From the wolf reintroduction controversy to the spread of anti-consumptive initiatives, this episode highlights why Coloradoās political landscape is shifting and why citizens must stay engaged.
If you care about Colorado politics, rural representation, and the future of our stateās decision-making process, this episode is for you.
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Ep. 6 - Save the Hunt - Arizona's Hunting Dog Bill
29 Jan 2025
00:12:32
On this week's Save the Hunt update Dan Gates dives into Arizona House bill 2552. A recent citizen petition to Arizona's wildlife commission attempted to ban the use of all hunting dogs. This piece of legislature would ensure that the commission "Shall Not Prohibit the Use of Dogs." Support efforts like this to ensure the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is allowed to continue to thrive and we keep our hunting heritage.
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Ep. 3 - Save the Hunt - Boone & Crockett/Hunting Community
15 Jan 2025
00:29:56
From the International Sportsmen's Expo, Through the Gates is joined by Jodi Stemler of the Boone & Crockett Club and her daughter Sophie. Jodi, the Communications Director for B&C discusses the organization's history, scoring as a way to track species health, Fair Chase and the evolving arena of ethical hunting. Sophie shares about her community of hunters in college and the next generation spreading the story to Save the Hunt.
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Ep. 74 - Rokcast
02 Dec 2025
00:55:35
In this powerful joint episode of Through the Gates and Rokcast, Sam Weaver sits down once again with Dan Gates, Executive Director of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management (CRWM), to break down the escalating fight for science-based wildlife management in Colorado.
Dan explains the behind-the-scenes political pressure, legislative maneuvering, and activist tactics threatening hunting, fishing, agriculture, and wildlife conservation across the West. From the mountain lion hunting ban proposals, to attacks on furbearer management, to the wolf introduction fallout ā this is the most in-depth look at whatās REALLY happening in Coloradoās wildlife policy arena.
If you care about hunting, conservation, predator management, trapping, houndsmen, wildlife biology, ranching, Western values, or public lands, this episode is required listening. Learn why Colorado has become the national battleground for anti-hunting groups ā and what sportsmen and women around the country MUST do to fight back.
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Ep. 41 - Through the Gates - Blood on the Range
02 Jul 2025
02:18:12
Inside Colorado's Troubling Wolf Reintroduction:
In this explosive Through the Gates episode, fifth-generation ranchers Tim Ritschard and Doug Bruchez expose the truth behind the stateās wolf reintroduction fallout.This is the raw truth that chronicles exactly what has happened on the ground; from mass depredations, the total betrayal of a management plan, biologists and ranchers being kept in the dark and a political agenda determined to dismantle the Western lifestyle and wildlife management.
š„ This is a real-world experience and timeline for those impacted by ballot box biology. Whether you voted for wolf reintroduction or not, this conversation shares the graphic reality of agenda driven wildlife management.
šÆ Inside This Episode: - Firsthand accounts of livestock losses from the Copper Creek wolf pack. - What Colorado Parks & Wildlife didnāt tell ranchersāand how they found out the hard way. - A timeline of reintroduction and kills including the mass killing of over 33 calves. - The high human cost: stress, health issues, and broken trust. - How wildlife professionals and ranchers are both being hung out to dry by CPW brass and higher level politicians. - Why Colorado Parks and Wildlife ignored their own wolf management plan. - The emotional, economic, and ecological toll of ballot-box biology - Why Colorado ranchers say the wolves are just pawns in a political game. - Why compensation laws donāt begin to cover the losses
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Ep. 20 - Through the Gates - Wildlife Services 2.0
04 Apr 2025
01:49:49
Martin Lowney, retired Wildlife Services biologist is back for a deep dive into the intricacies of wildlife management and interagency collaboration that works for wildlife. We're covering a lot this week including NEPA, wildlife lawsuits, threatened Gunnison Sage Grouse, conflicts with city geese, shorebird restoration with the Nature Conservancy, how Colorado's politicians have disparaged science-based wildlife management and so much more!Ā
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Ep. 82 - They Want to Ban Furbearer Hunting
20 Jan 2026
00:40:55
The fight over furbearer hunting and trapping is escalating ā and most people have no idea whatās actually happening.
In this episode of Through the Gates, we expose the growing political push to ban or restrict furbearer hunting, trapping, and wildlife utilization under the guise of āscienceā and ācompassion.ā
From bobcats and beavers to coyotes and ringtails, activist organizations are using misleading narratives, public pressure, and regulatory creep to undermine science-based wildlife management in Colorado and beyond.
We break down: Why predators do not self-regulate near human populations How fur bans quickly turn into total harvest bans What the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission is facing right now Why regulated trapping and hunting actually reduce conflict How conservation funding depends on hunters and trappers
If hunting, trapping, conservation funding, or the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation matters to you, this episode explains whatās really at stake ā and why staying silent is not an option.
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Ep. 77 - Colorado Gators
12 Dec 2025
00:50:16
In this unique Through the Gates episode, Dan visits Colorado Gators in the San Luis Valleyāone of the most unexpected reptile sanctuaries in the West. Chad Hacking walks us through the history of the farm, how a tilapia operation became an alligator rescue, and why hundreds of gators now thrive in a place better known for snow than swamps.
Hear the real story behind reptile rescues, why alligators donāt make good pets, how invasive snakes became a crisis in the South, and what it takes to care for hundreds of crocodilians at 7,500 feet. From reptile behavior to wildlife education, this episode blends conservation, curiosity, and Colorado oddities in a way you wonāt forget.
Perfect for listeners interested in wildlife sanctuaries, conservation, invasive species, reptiles, and the North American Model.
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Ep. 1 - Through the Gates - How We Saved the Hunt
07 Jan 2025
01:24:22
On the premiere of Through the Gates, host Dan Gates is joined by Sean Ender from Peak to Creek Films as they look back on the monumental effort to defeat Proposition 127 - the hunting ban in Colorado. Dan Gates and his organization the Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management led the fight, alongside Colorado's Wildlife Deserve Better, working with Peak to Creek on messaging for the sportsmen and women to join the movement, educational content on social media and ad campaigns to that told the story of responsible wildlife management to a voting public that was engaged and invested in true wildlife conservation.
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Ep. 45 - Save the Hunt - The Model
23 Jul 2025
00:29:41
In this episode of Through the Gates, we revisit the 7 Tenets of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservationāthe foundation of science-based wildlife management in the U.S. and Canada. Host Dan Gates breaks down each principle and how theyāre being threatened by ballot box biology, misinformation, and political agendas.
Featuring a powerful speech from conservation icon Shane Mahoney, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who cares about public land access, ethical hunting, and the future of wildlife management in North America.
šÆ Learn how to use these 7 tenets as tools to educate others, influence policy, and defend the model that has sustained wildlife populations for over a century.
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Timestamps: 0:00 ā Intro: Defending the North American Model 1:00 ā Why the 7 Tenets Matter 3:00 ā Eroding the North American Model 4:27 ā Tenet 1: Wildlife as a Public Resource 6:03 - Tenet 2: Markets 8:35 - Tenet 3: Law 9:28 - Tenet 4: Legitimate Purpose 10:42 - Tenet 5: International Resource 11:53 - Tenet 6: Science 13:03 - Tenet 7: Democracy 14:34 ā Shane Mahoneyās Speech 28:25 ā Take Action & Save the Hunt
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Ep. 85 - Alaska Wild Project
10 Feb 2026
01:22:02
Live from Sheep Show, Dan sits down with the Alaska Wild Project.
Abundant wildlife in North America didnāt happen by accident ā it happened because of science-based wildlife management, the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, and the men and women willing to defend it.
In this episode Dan and AWP break down why the North American Model is the greatest conservation success story in the world ā and why itās currently under coordinated attack through politics, ballot initiatives, and misinformation. From the role of hunting and license funding to the growing disconnect between urban voters and on-the-ground wildlife realities, this episode pulls back the curtain on whatās really at stake.
Dan explains how conservation funding actually works, why professional wildlife managers must remain in charge of wildlife decisions, and what happens when emotional activism replaces biology. This is a timely, candid discussion about defending a system that works ā and what sportsmen, conservationists, and everyday citizens can do to protect wildlife for future generations.
If you care about conservation, wildlife science, hunting traditions, or the future of wildlife management in Colorado and beyond, this episode is essential listening.
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Ep. 18 - Through the Gates - Extreme Gun Laws
26 Mar 2025
02:12:10
Extremist gun laws that infringe on your constitutional rights are flooding the Colorado legislature turning the Centennial State into California. It's all in the plan to take over the West, take away the 2nd Amendment and end hunting. Adam Nelson from the Salida Gunshop joins the show to discuss Hunting, Conservation, 2A, Concealed Carry, the 72 hour "Cooling Off" period, gun violence statistics,Ā "assault weapons" bans, increased and burdensome taxes and the total erosion of hunting heritage and lawful gun ownership. We're unpacking a lot in this week's episode!
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Ep. 48 - Through the Gates - Here's those wolves you didn't ask for.
06 Aug 2025
02:18:24
In this emotional and brutally honest episode of Through the Gates, host Dan Gates sits down with Colorado ranchers Nikki Day and Amanda CervenyĀ as they share what really happened after the Copper Creek Pack of wolves were secretly dropped near their homes in Pitkin County.
These aren't activists. These are mothers, wives, and land stewards living with the consequences of ballot box biology, a reintroduction that isn't following the science and leaders who outright lie to the people impacted the most. Hear what state officials didnāt tell them, how their families are coping with fear, loss, and traumaāand why theyāre speaking out now.
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Ep. 60 - Dan Gates: Still in the Fight
01 Oct 2025
01:26:57
In this hard-hitting episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates breaks down his ongoing efforts to continue to Save the Hunt. The relentless political battles shaping Coloradoās future, from ballot-box biology to rewilding agendas, Gates exposes the intent of animal rights extremists and their full fledged assualt on wildilfe management at the legislature, CPW Commission and appointments are setting the stage for the Polis administration to dismantle, not only our way of life, but responsible wildlife management.
We dive into the ongoing tug-of-war over wildlife management, the clash between urban activists and rural voices, and the stakes for hunters, anglers, and every Coloradan who values responsible conservation. Along the way, Gates explains where he has been fighting to preserve the North American Model - Commission meetings, multiple working groups, the legislature and of course more ballot box biology.
If you care about the future of science-based wildlife management, the survival of Coloradoās outdoor heritage, and the fight against powerful interest groups pushing censorship and control, this is an episode you canāt afford to miss.
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Ep. 59 - Talking Conservation on a Dream Hunt
24 Sep 2025
00:29:36
In this episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates introduces CRWM contributor Adam Welborn to relive an unforgettable sheep and caribou hunt in the Northwest Territoriesāa true dream hunt made possible by years of planning, research, and sacrifice.
But this episode is more than just hunting stories. Adam sits down with Outfitter Clay Lancaster to discuss conservation, wildlife management, and the global fight against animal rights extremism. From Canadaās battles over predator management and gun restrictions to Coloradoās fight against ballot-box biology, this conversation highlights the urgent need to defend science-based wildlife management worldwide.
Featuring stories from the field, reflections on the North American Model of Conservation, and insight from outfitter Clay Lancaster, this is a must-listen for hunters, conservationists, and anyone who cares about the future of wildlife.
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Ep. 47 - Save the Hunt - Fur Ban Battle
30 Jul 2025
00:20:37
In this episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates delivers a critical update on Coloradoās ongoing wildlife policy battlesāincluding an inside look at the fur bearer working group and the rising influence of animal rights extremists in shaping wildlife regulations. With Amendment 14 already limiting science-based tools for wildlife management, new petitions now threaten to ban the sale and use of all fur-bearing species in Colorado.
Dan unpacks how these campaigns, driven by emotionānot dataāundermine the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. Plus, get an exclusive preview of the upcoming Outdoorsman Days event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Colorado Trappers and Predator Hunters Association.
šÆ Topics Covered:
- Coloradoās fur bearer working group update - The danger of ballot-box biology and anti-hunting agendas - Upcoming citizen petitions to ban fur harvest - The importance of science-based wildlife management - Full preview of the 2024 Outdoorsman Days event
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Ep. 51 - Fur Takers of America
20 Aug 2025
00:41:02
In Episode 51 of Through the Gates, we head to the Furtakers of America Convention in Spencer, Iowa to uncover the challenges hunters, trappers, and conservationists are facing as politics, activism, and ballot-box biology threaten the future of wildlife management. Dan meets with Paul Antczak, Bret Bohn and Ivy OāGuinn - stars of the History Channel series "Mountain Men," as well as Iowa DNR conservation officer Katherine Hoeppner. The guests share stories from the field, and the opportunity they have with their respective roles to educate about the North American Model and the role of sustainable hunting and trapping.
Whether youāre a hunter, angler, landowner, or wildlife enthusiast, this episode delivers an unfiltered look at the fight to protect traditions, working lands, and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.
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Ep. 4 - Save the Hunt - Your Local Gunshop
22 Jan 2025
00:21:25
What does a gun owner look like? What does responsible gun ownership mean? How do firearms support conservation? Dan Gates is joined this week by Jenna Victoria of the Salida Gunshop discussing how a small, local gun store supports education for new firearms owners, hunting and conservation and gun laws and legislation that impact the community.Ā
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Ep. 2 - Save the Hunt - Luke Wiedel
08 Jan 2025
00:20:25
Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management board member joins the show to talk about upcoming engagements in Colorado including the CPW Commission meeting, wildlife decisions to be made during this legislative session - including how the antis plan on removing hunting from the Habitat Stamp program - and the International Sportsmen's Expo in Denver.
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Ep.93 - Inside Polisā Wildlife Web
07 Apr 2026
01:04:54
In Episode 93 of Through the Gates, Dan Gates breaks down one of the most detailed and controversial discussions yet surrounding wildlife policy, governance, and political influence in Colorado.
This episode dives deep into the connections between policymakers, activist organizations, and wildlife commissionsāunpacking how decisions are made, who influences them, and what it means for hunters, ranchers, conservationists, and everyday Coloradans.
From recent legislative battles to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission decisions, this episode explores:
The push for fur bans and wildlife policy changes The role of activist organizations and political appointments The influence of interconnected networks in wildlife governance The future of science-based wildlife management in Colorado and beyond
If you care about hunting, conservation, wildlife management, or public policy, this is a must-watch episode.
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Ep. 72 - Our Churchill Moment
26 Nov 2025
01:13:42
In this urgent episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates sits down with special guest Swartout to break down why Colorado is entering its āDunkirk momentā in the battle to defend the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. Just as Winston Churchill rallied a nation to protect its future, hunters, ranchers, biologists, and Colorado citizens must now stand together against political pressure, misinformation, and agenda-driven attacks on hunting and science-based management.
This conversation lays out whatās at stake: ā¢ The growing disconnect between urban political forces and rural working landscapes ā¢ Threats to predator management, wildlife funding, and the hunting tradition ā¢ Why ballot-box biology has become the greatest danger to wildlife conservation ā¢ What every Coloradan can do right now to defend science, conservation, and our hunting heritage
If you care about wildlife, responsible management, and protecting access for future generations, this is an episode you cannot miss. This is our Dunkirk. This is the moment we choose whether to fight ā or lose what has protected wildlife for over a century.
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EP. 86 - A Broken Colorado (ft. Greg Lopez)
18 Feb 2026
01:29:27
Is Colorado government broken?
In Episode 86 of Through the Gates, we sit down with gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez to discuss the growing concerns over ballot initiatives, special interest influence, wildlife policy, and the future of Coloradoās constitutional republic.
From Proposition 114 and wolf reintroduction to the increasing power of direct democracy, this conversation dives deep into how ballot measures are shaping policy ā sometimes without accountability ā and what that means for hunters, ranchers, landowners, and everyday Colorado citizens.
Greg Lopez shares his perspective on:
The role of government vs. the will of the people
Special interests and outside money in Colorado politics
Wildlife management and the unintended consequences of ballot box biology
The future of Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Restoring accountability and constitutional governance
If you care about Colorado politics, wildlife management, constitutional government, or the impact of ballot initiatives on rural communities, this episode is a must-watch.
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Ep. 35 - Through the Gates - Randy Newberg
09 Jun 2025
01:28:03
On this special episode of Through the Gates we're teaming up with Randy Newberg and his show Hunt Talk Radio. Dan and Randy unpack the monumental effort of defeating Proposition 127 and everything that went into that fight. The effort to Save the Hunt continues as a new wave of animal rights extremists aim to end hunting through backwards legislation and detrimental ballot initiatives.
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Ep. 15 - Through the Gates - Trapping the Yukon Territory
12 Mar 2025
01:02:03
Live from the Yukon Territories, join host Dan Gates and outfitter James O'Farrell of Grizzly Creek Lodge as they discuss wildlife management, trapping and sustainability in the great white north. As James guides us through the trapline, Dan learns all about Canadian regulations, navigating this rural and rugged landscape, sustenance harvest and trappings place in the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.
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Ep. 22 - Save the Hunt - Conservation Update w/RMEF & RMBS
16 Apr 2025
00:47:56
We're coming at you from the Mile High Hunt and Fish Expo as we catch up with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society. Dan Gates sits down with these two heralded conservation organizations to discuss what each of these groups are focusing on for wildlife, the conservation landscape, upcoming events and more! Learn more about these groups and consider supporting them as they have been crucial to our Save the Hunt efforts!
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Ep. 79 - The Furbearer Roadmap
31 Dec 2025
00:38:52
In our final episode of the year, Dan Gates takes a serious look at whatās coming next for Coloradoās furbearer management as the CPW Commission prepares to debate sweeping changes that could permanently reshape wildlife conservation in our state. We dig into whatās really at stake ā from the future of regulated trapping and ethical fur use, to the role furbearers play in healthy ecosystems, to the danger of emotional politics replacing science-based wildlife management.
We talk about what these proposals could mean for Coloradoās wildlife, ranching communities, working landscapes, and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. If you care about science, sustainability, ethical use, and real conservation, this is a conversation you need to hear.
Listen, share, subscribe and stay informed ā the future of wildlife management depends on it.
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Ep. 65 - First and Foremost
22 Oct 2025
01:17:21
First and Foremost Mike Sells is a trapper and we're lucky to be able to share his life story from running away from home, learning how to trap, becoming an influence in the industry all while balancing his job as a game warden. His story spans decades of dedication to wildlife management, trapping traditions, and defending the North American Model against extremist agendas.
Hear firsthand stories from the fieldāfinding the passion, managing wildlife populations with science, developing calls and tactics, and witnessing the changing landscape of conservation policy. From working boots-on-the-ground to facing political battles against anti-hunting organizations, this conversation sheds light on the reality of managing wildlife.
Whether youāre a hunter, angler, trapper, or conservation-minded citizen, this is an episode you donāt want to miss.
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Ep. 32 - Through the Gates - Jeremiah Wilber (Part 1)
28 May 2025
01:30:42
We're joined in part one of this two part episode by a man who embodies the word Elite. Jeremiah Wilber is a former Green Beret, cowboy, outfitter, horse trainer and founder of War Party Movement. Over these two episodes he shares his life experiences in war, adventuring in the Rocky Mountains and dedication to helping Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women through the movement. Part two airs Friday.
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Ep. 61 - No Barriers
03 Oct 2025
02:12:18
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Jessica Whitaker, a young female hunter who proves that you donāt have to be āborn into itā to make an impact. From her first hunts to becoming an outspoken advocate at rallies, banquets, and wildlife commission meetings, Jessicaās journey shows how new huntersāespecially womenāare reshaping the future of conservation.
Jessica shares candidly about the hurdles she faced starting out, the misconceptions fueled by social media, and why itās critical for more women and young people to step into the outdoors. Her story is about self-sufficiency, community, and protecting the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation against ballot-box biology and animal rights extremism.
If youāre curious about hunting, conservation, or simply overcoming barriers to entry, this conversation will inspire you to take that first step.
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Ep. 12 - Save the Hunt - Delisting Wolves
26 Feb 2025
00:23:39
Dan and Luke are back together with an update about wolves on a national level - a House bill that would delist wolves and give management back to the states. Getting rid of activist management would allow for proper wolf management in balance with other wildlife species and producers across the country.
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Ep. 49 - Through the Gates - Shorty Gorham: In the Arena
08 Aug 2025
02:03:09
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Shorty Gorham, world-renowned PBR bullfighter and proud advocate for science-based wildlife conservation. From 27 years in the arena to the dedicated life of a houndsman, Shorty shares an unfiltered look at his lifestyle, commitment,Ā and the grit behind protecting bull riders and the hunting tradition.
We cover: - His rise in Professional Bull Riders (PBR) - What it takes to fight bulls at the highest level - Life after retirement - His passion for hounds and mountain lion hunting
š This is more than a rodeo story ā itās about brotherhood, mental toughness, and protecting a way of life.
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Ep. 40 - Through the Gates - The Fight for Conservation & 2A
27 Jun 2025
02:08:31
Salida Gunshop | Wildlife, Gun Laws & the Fight to Save Colorado Conservation
In this joint episode with the Salida Gunshop, Dan Gates sits down with Adam Nelson and Josiah Nierman to break down the threat of Initiative 98āand why it's a direct attack on Colorado Parks & Wildlife. We also dive into the state's fast-evolving gun laws and how new regulations are hammering FFLs, retailers, and Second Amendment rights.
TOPICS COVERED: ā The truth about Initiative 98 and defunding CPW ā How anti-hunting groups are playing long-ball politics ā Whatās really happening with Coloradoās new gun laws ā Why Pittman-Robertson funds matter more than ever ā How just 48 hours a year from hunters could change everything
This is a must-watch for anyone who cares about hunting, public lands, gun rights, or the future of conservation in Colorado.
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Ep. 29 - Save the Hunt - Hometown Hero Outdoors
14 May 2025
00:34:03
We all know what our pursuits in the outdoors provide for our well-being. Hometown Hero Outdoors provides these experiences to those who need and deserve it most - our military veterans and first responders. Dan Gates is joined by Vice President Shaun Olsberg who shares more about the organization, the lives they have impacted and conservation's true benefits for both wildlife and those who pursue it.Ā
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Ep. 8 - Through the Gates - Sheep Science & Conservation
07 Feb 2025
02:07:29
Biologist and Wildlife Manager (ret) Lyle Sidener and Wild Sheep Foundation board member Jann DeMaske join Dan Gates to talk all things wild sheep. Lyle shares experiences from his 32 year career working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife including multiple sheep transplants and reintroductions. On the conservation side, Jann shares her how NGOs like Wild Sheep and Rocky Mountain Bighorn Society work to improve habitat and perpetuate sheep across the world.Ā
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Ep. 21 - Through the Gates - The Role of Industry
09 Apr 2025
01:45:16
What is the role of leaders in the hunting industry when it comes to the fight for science-based wildlife management? Will Marquardt of Davis Tent joins the show to discuss just that. Their effort and involvement spans many states as he and Dan Gates discuss the need for state conservation organization, birding, habitat, our community of conservationists and of course, the best canvas wall tents you can find.
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Ep. 9 - Save the Hunt - The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation
12 Feb 2025
00:12:53
Be informed so you can educate others on what the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is and does. In this update episode of Through the Gates, Dan discusses the 7 tenets of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation and what they mean. These are the foundation of responsible wildlife management and vital to all efforts in wildlife sustainability, our hunting heritage and any communication in which we engage to save the hunt.
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Ep. 37 - Through the Gates - Life of an Outfitter
13 Jun 2025
02:06:29
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Mark Turnerālifelong Idaho Springs resident, traditional bowhunter, and outfitter behind Rocky Mountain Big Game Adventures. Mark shares his deep-rooted hunting heritage, how he helps hunters pursue bighorn sheep, goats, and moose, and why conservation and political engagement matter now more than ever.
Topics: - Colorado big game hunting - Traditional bowhunting evolution - Proposition 127 & hunter rights - The future of wildlife management
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Ep. 78 - Science vs. Politics
17 Dec 2025
00:43:39
In this episode, Dan updates us on some of the recent news coming from Colorado breaking down the political influence on Colorado wildlife management and the real-world consequences now playing out inside Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
The discussion begins with the resignations of Director Jeff Davis and Commissioner Murphy Robinson. Dan explains why these departures matter, what they signal about internal pressure, and how politics are increasingly overriding professional wildlife expertise.
From there, the episode dives into beaver management, furbearer policy, and how trapping bans and public perception are reshaping effective conservation tools. Dan also addresses deer population research, declining herd health, and how predator managementāor the lack of itādirectly impacts big game across Colorado.
This conversation ties each issue back to the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, explaining how funding, data-driven decisions, and professional biologists are being sidelined by emotion, ballot initiatives, and political optics. For hunters, conservationists, and anyone who cares about where their food comes from, this episode lays out why Colorado has become ground zero for a national wildlife policy fight.
Listen, share, subscribe and stay informed ā the future of wildlife management depends on it.
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Ep. 92 - Women of Conservation - The Rising Influence
31 Mar 2026
01:13:45
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Aspen Grady and Guy Duplantier at the Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo for a powerful conversation about the future of hunting, conservation, and the rising influence of women in the outdoor space.
Aspen shares her journey from growing up around hunting to stepping into the conservation fight, working in policy, and becoming part of a rapidly growing movement thatās reshaping how the hunting community communicates, organizes, and defends its way of life.
This episode dives deep into:
Why hunters are losing ground politically The gap between science-based wildlife management and public perception How women are leading a new wave of conservation advocacy The importance of curiosity, education, and engagement What YOU can do to help save the hunt
If you care about hunting, fishing, conservation, or the future of wildlife management in Colorado and beyond ā this is a must-listen. Listen, share, subscribe and stay informed ā the future of wildlife management depends on it.
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Ep. 87 - Coloradoās Wildlife War | Through the Gates x Mountainside
24 Feb 2026
01:52:33
In this special collaboration between Through the Gates and The Mountainside Podcast, Bobby Marshall sits down with Dan Gates, founder of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, to break down the escalating fight over wildlife conservation in Colorado.
At the center of the battle is the defense of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation ā the gold standard framework that has guided science-based wildlife management for over a century.
Dan explains: - How ballot-box biology is reshaping Colorado wildlife policy - The political influence of Governor Jared Polis and appointed commissioners - The impact of wolf reintroduction and anti-hunting initiatives - How activist-driven legislation threatens science-based wildlife management - The past victories that protected hunting and conservation funding - The upcoming battles at the ballot, legislature, and commission levels - Why sportsmen, ranchers, and rural communities are mobilizing
This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of conservation, politics, and the future of wildlife management in Colorado.
Whether youāre a hunter, conservationist, rancher, landowner, or concerned citizen ā this conversation lays out whatās at stake and how you can get involved.
šÆ If you care about the future of wildlife, habitat funding, predator management, and the integrity of conservation policy ā this episode is essential viewing.
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Ep. 57 - Wolves/Ranchers: Conflict Insights
17 Sep 2025
00:36:38
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Veronica Yovovich, Human-Wildlife Conflict Specialist with CSU Extension, to tackle one of the most pressing issues in Colorado today: the impacts of wolf reintroduction by ballot box biology.
From working directly with livestock producers to navigating the fallout of Proposition 114, Veronica shares insight into the challenges ranchers face, the uncertainty surrounding wolf management, and how science-based solutions can help bridge divides between rural communities, policymakers, and the public.
We discuss:
The realities of human-wildlife conflict across the West
Coloradoās unique, voter-driven wolf reintroduction process
How ranchers are adapting and showing resilience
Tools, programs, and resources available to prepare for wolf conflicts
The importance of communication between agencies, experts, and communities
This is a must-listen for anyone concerned about wildlife management, rural Colorado, and the political consequences of ballot-box biology.
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Ep. 64 - The Urban Rural Divide
17 Oct 2025
01:43:33
In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Caitlyn Taussig to dig deep into the crossroads of agriculture, wildlife management and ever growing Urban/Rural Divide. Dan and Caitlyn discuss how itās impacting rural communities, ranching families, and the future of wildlife management. We explore the growing urbanārural divide, misunderstandings between Front Range residents and Western Slope producers, and why knowing where your food comes from is more important than ever.
From real on-the-ground experiences with predators to thoughtful conversations about community, policy, and conservation, this episode bridges the gap between two worlds. Whether you're a rancher, a hunter, or someone who simply cares about responsible wildlife management and local food systems, this is a conversation you donāt want to miss.
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Ep. 43 - Through the Gates - Tales from an Old Timer
11 Jul 2025
01:31:28
On this week's episode of Through the Gates we sit down with lifelong rancher and conservationist Rusty Ross, whose family has been working the same Colorado land since 1904. Rusty shares raw, personal stories of surviving not one but TWO mountain lion attacks, land management, the toll of predator mismanagement, and the impact of ballot-driven wildlife policy on rural families and ranching traditions. We dive into the consequences of wolf reintroduction, rising predator populations, and the growing disconnect between urban voters and those who live with the realities of wildlife every day. From firsthand lion encounters to the collapse of logging and the fight to preserve agricultural heritage, this episode is a must-listen for hunters, landowners, and anyone who believes in science-based wildlife management.