The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 713: MeatEater Radio Live! Rattlesnake Trail Cams and Hundreds of Beavers
Jun 6, 2025
Owen Bachhuber, a grad student from California Polytechnic State University, shares insights on Project RattleCam, a fascinating initiative using live streaming to study rattlesnake behaviors. Expect to hear about the unique social interactions and challenges faced in documenting these reptiles. Kristine Fischer, a talented kayak angler and recent winner of the Bassmaster Kayak Series, joins in for a one-minute fishing challenge, highlighting conservation efforts in tournament fishing and her thrilling experiences on the water.
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Bear Hunt and Baiting Anecdote
- Janis Putelis baited bears for two weeks before hunting and observed intriguing bear behaviors up close.
- Bears showed strong preference for beaver carcasses over usual bait like corn and fryer oil.
First Bow Bear Hunt Success
- Janis killed his first bear with a bow at 10:06 p.m., the latest hunting hour he has experienced.
- The shot was clean and the bear walked only 50 yards before dying quickly.
First Turkey Hunt Story
- Randall Williams took his first turkey with help from Max, deciding which turkey to hunt by flipping a can.
- Max coached him to aim, resulting in a successful, memorable hunt.