Western Rookie - Haul Road Caribou

Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting

Sportsmen's Empire Outdoor Network

Leisure, Hobbies, Wilderness, Sports, Technology

4.8 • 615 Ratings

🗓️ 5 January 2026

⏱️ 83 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of the Western Rookie Podcast, host Dan Johnson speaks with Justin, a wildlife biologist who has transitioned from working in conservation to living in Alaska. They discuss Justin's experiences hunting caribou, the logistics of hunting in Alaska, and the unique challenges and rewards of the hunt. Justin shares insights on caribou behavior, hunting strategies, and the importance of patience in the field. The conversation highlights the beauty of Alaska and the thrill of hunting in such a diverse and wild environment. takeaways Justin transitioned from conservation work to living in Alaska. Hunting caribou in Alaska offers unique challenges and rewards. Logistics for hunting in Alaska can be complex but manageable. Caribou behavior is influenced by their migratory patterns. Patience is key when hunting caribou, as they can be elusive. The experience of hunting in Alaska is unlike any other. Weather conditions can change rapidly in Alaska, requiring good gear. DIY hunting is possible, but using a transporter can increase success. Caribou hunting can provide a significant amount of meat for the freezer. Alaska's hunting regulations are favorable for residents, allowing multiple tags. Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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1:20.0	All right, everybody. Welcome to the Western Rookie Podcast. I'm your host, Dan Johnson.
1:24.7	And today we have a pretty exciting episode because the topic of conversation today is going to be about,
1:34.3	going to be about an animal who is on my bucket list.
1:38.2	And that's caribou, all right?
1:40.2	And there's several ways to approach going somewhere because I live in Iowa.
1:48.7	Caribou do not live in Iowa, all right?
1:51.3	So I would have to go to Canada, Alaska, somewhere like that, and find a way to do it, right?
1:58.1	And so I want to have conversations with people on the Western Rookie
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