<description>&lt;p&gt;On this episode Katie Wightman shares her journey from a background in national parks and being an avid hunter. She discusses her experiences with trail running and the Becoming Ultra project, solo adventures in the wilderness, and the importance of mentorship in hunting. She reflects on her first big game hunt, the techniques she employs, and the philosophical aspects of hunting, including its role in conservation and sustainable living. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;She emphasizes the importance of understanding where food comes from and the responsibilities that come with hunting!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Chapters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to Keity Whiteman&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:55 Keity&amp;#39;s Background in National Parks&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;04:39 Trail Running and Its Connection to Hunting&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:28 Solo Adventures and Safety in the Wilderness&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;16:43 The Night Run Experience&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;28:01 Keity&amp;#39;s Journey into Hunting&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;34:46 First Big Game Hunt Experience&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;42:07 Hunting Styles and Techniques&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;46:45 The Importance of Mentorship in Hunting&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:11:42 Philosophical Views on Hunting and Conservation&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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On this episode Katie Wightman shares her journey from a background in national parks and being an avid hunter. She discusses her experiences with trail running and the Becoming Ultra project, solo adventures in the wilderness, and the importance of mentorship in hunting. She reflects on her first big game hunt, the techniques she employs, and the philosophical aspects of hunting, including its role in conservation and sustainable living. She emphasizes the importance of understanding where food comes from and the responsibilities that come with hunting! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Keity Whiteman00:55 Keity&#39;s Background in National Parks04:39 Trail Running and Its Connection to Hunting08:28 Solo Adventures and Safety in the Wilderness16:43 The Night Run Experience28:01 Keity&#39;s Journey into Hunting34:46 First Big Game Hunt Experience42:07 Hunting Styles and Techniques46:45 The Importance of Mentorship in Hunting01:11:42 Philosophical Views on Hunting and Conservation

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Zero To Harvest 03: Katie Wightman: From National Parks to Hunting Adventures

Zero To Harvest 03: Katie Wightman: From National Parks to Hunting Adventures

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