Wolverine and the Warthog: Chronicles of the Wild

Ep. #016 Daren Glover (Gene Taylor's Sporting Goods)

WOLVERINE & THE WARTHOG PODCAST | EPISODE #016 | DAREN GLOVER This week we’re joined by Gunnison native Daren Glover, the NEW owner of Gene Taylor’s Sporting Goods, longtime Swarovski Optik ambassador, gear fanatic, hunter, family man, and businessman. Filmed right at the gun counter inside Gene Taylor’s, this episode is a deep dive into the latest and greatest gear hitting the outdoor industry. Daren gives us an inside look at Swarovski’s new AT/ST Balance Spotting Scope, the newest optics in their lineup, and some of the most exciting products coming for 2026. We also talk new rifles, flagship bows, hunting gear, backpacking equipment, camping essentials, and what it takes to run one of Colorado’s most iconic outdoor stores. From the fly shop to the ski department, archery pro shop, firearms counter, apparel, and everything in between, Gene Taylor’s truly has something for every outdoor enthusiast. Whether you’re a hardcore hunter, backcountry addict, gear junkie, or simply love the outdoors, this episode is packed with insight, product knowledge, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the most respected names in the industry. 🎯 Topics Covered: Swarovski’s new Balanced Spotting Scope New Swarovski optics and innovations 2026 hunting and outdoor gear New rifles and flagship bows Backpacking and camping equipment Running Gene Taylor’s Sporting Goods The outdoor industry and retail business Hunting, family, and life in Gunnison, Colorado Subscribe for more conversations with hunters, guides, conservationists, and outdoor personalities from around the world. The Wolverine & The Warthog Two hunters from opposite ends of the world brought together by a passion for wild places, adventure, and conservation. #SwarovskiOptik #GeneTaylors #HuntingGear #OutdoorGear #Archery #BackcountryHunting #SpottingScope #MuleDeer #ElkHunting #GunnisonColorado #WolverineAndTheWarthog #HuntingPodcast #GearJunkie #Swarovski #HuntingOptics

Ep. #015 Elk Fest, CO Draw Results & Western Hunting Politics

Welcome back to another episode of Wolverine & The Warthog — Episode #015. In this one, Connor and Andy dive deep into everything happening right now in the hunting world. From the madness of Jackson Hole Elk Fest and the current state of 2026 shed hunting, to a full 2026 turkey season recap, this episode covers a ton of ground. The guys also break down their 2026 Colorado draw results, discuss upcoming hunts on the calendar, and talk strategy, expectations, and where they’ll be headed this fall. On the current events side, they tackle some of the biggest topics in western hunting right now: • Corner crossing battles in Wyoming & Montana • CPW Commission decisions and controversy • The changing landscape of Colorado hunting 🎙️ Wolverine & The Warthog Real conversations from the hunting world. #huntingpodcast #elkhunting #muledeer #shedhunting #turkeyhunting #coloradohunting

Ep. #014 Jason House

From record-setting wild sheep to once-in-a-lifetime hunts across the globe, Episode #014 takes us inside the legendary gallery and workshop of Jason House — founder of Bighorn Replicas and Creations in Antler in Pinedale, Wyoming. Recorded on location surrounded by world-class replicas and western art, Jason shares the stories behind some of the most iconic rams ever recreated, including the jaw-dropping “$1.3 Million Ram” and the brand new South Dakota State Record ram, both of 2025. A native Wyoming outdoorsman and world traveler, Jason dives deep into the art of preserving legendary animals through replicas and the stories behind the trophies themselves. We also get into some wild international hunting adventures — including brutal mountain hunts for Marco Polo sheep and ibex in Kyrgyzstan. Riding tiny mountain horses through steep, unforgiving terrain, spike camping in the snow, battling brutal wind, negative temperatures, and high-altitude conditions, Jason paints a picture of what true mountain suffering and adventure really looks like. From African predator hunts to sheep conservation, replica craftsmanship, and life in the mountains, this episode is loaded with hunting stories, western culture, and hard-earned perspective from a man who has seen some of the wildest country on earth.

Ep. #013 Seth Withrow

Born and raised in Colorado, Seth Withrow is a family man, hunter, fisherman, adventurer, outfitter, and entrepreneur whose life has been built around the mountains, wild places, and the pursuit of adventure. In Episode #013 of Wolverine & The Warthog, Seth sits down with Connor Clark and Andy Ivy to dive deep into guiding remote Dall sheep hunts in the brutal terrain of Alaska, intense close-range encounters with giant brown bears, and the realities of making a living in the outdoor industry. The conversation covers everything from backpack hunting tactics, solo hunts, gear and preparation, and lessons learned from years in the wilderness, to building successful outdoor businesses like Sportfish Colorado and Alpine Outfitters Colorado. Seth shares incredible stories from the field, hard-earned mountain wisdom, and what it really means to chase adventure while balancing family, business, and life in the outdoors. If you love western hunting, backcountry adventure, sheep hunting, Alaska stories, fishing, outfitting, and authentic conversations from people who truly live this lifestyle, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. #WolverineAndTheWarthog #BackcountryHunting #DallSheep #AlaskaHunting #HuntingPodcast

Ep. #012 Cody Hinkley, S80 Bighorn Study in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Cody Hinkley, a wildlife biology graduate student at Western Colorado University, spent 2.5 years studying a reintroduced bighorn sheep herd deep in the Black Canyon of the Gunnison—one of the most rugged and remote landscapes in Colorado. After being wiped out by disease in the 1970s and reintroduced in the 1990s, the herd is now thriving. In 2025, Colorado Parks & Wildlife opened the first ram hunt in the unit in over 50 years—due in part to research like this. From 71 trail cameras to relentless miles in brutal terrain, Cody shares what it really takes to study and restore one of Colorado’s most iconic species—and what it means for the future of conservation and hunting.