Podcasts by North American Outdoors

Season 4 - Episode 79: Open Carrying in Open Country from 2021-09-03T05:00

 What many people do not realize is that we all own land in the form of public lands, both state and federal. This land is for our use, as long as we follow the rules. As American citizens, we d...

Season 4 - Episode 78: When Venturing Outside - Watch Your Step! Venomous Snakes are a Real Threat from 2021-08-27T05:00

Venomous snakes can be found in almost every state in the continental U.S.  

            To make things more complicated, many non-venomous snakes mimic venomous snakes in appearance and m...

Season 4 - Episode 77: Are You Ready for Dove Season? Avoiding Unintended Mistakes from 2021-08-20T05:00

Dove Season is the unofficial start of the hunting season.  You can see the excitement and anticipation on the face of every hunter, regardless of if they hunt dove or not.  This is because dove...

Season 4 - Episode 76: Reposting S2-E26: From Vietnam to America: Henry's Transformation of Views and 2nd Amendment Freedoms from 2021-08-13T05:00

One year ago today - I chatted with Henry.  He was born in Vietnam and is now a proud American citizen.  During our conversation, you will hear his story and what it was like living in communist...

Season 4 - Episode 75: 5 Common Mistakes Firearms Instructors Make from 2021-08-06T05:00

As a firearms instructor conducting classes to your students, always be on the lookout for techniques, methods or the lack thereof that might affect the quality of the course you are teaching.  ...

Season 3 - Episode 74 - How to Become and NRA Certified Firearms Instructor from 2021-07-30T05:00

NRA Women are the Best of the Best --- why don't you join us?

There are 3 steps, regardless of shooting experience, past training, or your career, to become an NRA certified Instru...

Season 3 - Episode 73 - 2A Women: Transforming Gun Owning to Gun Ownership from 2021-07-23T05:00

Few causes have such a direct impact on our lives, children, grandchildren, and the future of our country as the Second Amendment.  Since the beginning of 2020, the number of women who own guns ...

Season 3 - Episode 72 - The New Normal at the Gun Range from 2021-07-16T05:00

Thanks to 2020 -- we have a brand NEW NORMAL at the Gun Range!    

21 million --- that's TWENTY-ONE-MILLION --- background checks were conducted for the sale of a firearm in 2020.<...

Season 3 - Episode 71 - The Sweet 16 of Safety from 2021-07-09T05:00

Have you ever realized that the lessons you learned as a child attending a summer camp, or in Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, or even the YMCA --- those lessons have carried on with you into adulthood?...

Season 3 - Episode 70: Guardian Angels in the Outdoors from 2021-07-02T05:00

Have you ever been on an adventure where things may not have gone as planned?  Or maybe something happened that you would have never believed except you saw it unfold in front of your very eyes?...

Episode 69 - Lightweight Carry Guns for Women from 2021-06-25T05:00

     “What is the best gun for a woman?”  Women and first-time gun owners want to know for their own knowledge, and men want to know for their girlfriends, wives, or daughters.    

     It...

Season 3 Episode 68 : 7 New Laws to Protect our 2A in Texas from 2021-06-18T05:00

"Remember the Alamo" 

For Texans, the Battle of the Alamo became a symbol of heroic resistance and a rallying cry in their struggle for independence.  

On February 23...

Season 3 Episode 67: Common Sense Recreating in Bear Country - by Brian DeBolt from 2021-06-11T05:00

In this week's episode, we chat again with Brian DeBolt, the Large Carnivore Conflict Coordinator with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.  In his 20+ years of service, he has wo...

Season 3 - Episode 66: Managing Grizzly Bear Conflicts in Wyoming with Brian DeBolt from 2021-06-04T05:00

In this week's episode, meet Brian DeBolt.  He is the Large Carnivore Conflict Coordinator with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.  In his 20+ years of service, he has worked to...

Season 3 - Episode 65: From Modern to Primitive Firearms - Learning New Skills for Year-Round Practice from 2021-05-28T05:00

In this episode, think outside of the box!  Hear different ideas to continue your shooting passion beyond hunting season or competition season.  If your favorite firearm to use during hunting se...

Season 3 - Episode 64: Help Prevent Aquatic Invasive Species from 2021-05-21T05:00

"Invasive species"—they may not sound very threatening, but these invaders, large and small, have devastating effects on wildlife.

Aquatic Invasive Species are non-native aqua...

Season 3 - Episode 63: Be Water Safe and Smart - Above and Below the Surface from 2021-05-14T05:00

The weather is getting nicer, temperatures are rising, and the water is drawing us near.  Swimming and beach time is a great summer activity, but do you know how to be water safe and smart?  80%...

Season 3 - Episode 62: Alligator Awareness in the South from 2021-05-07T05:00

Spring is here and it's breeding season for the American Alligator.  Do you know how to stay safe when in their territory?

American alligators are found all along t...

Season 3 - Episode 61: Through Their Eyes from 2021-04-30T05:00

Season 3 - Episode 60: *O*N*E* Year Anniversary of the North American Outdoors Podcast from 2021-04-23T05:00

ONE year ago this week I began my self-guided and self-taught journey into the world of Podcasting.  I’ve enjoyed launching every single weekly episode!  Especially those interviews I’ve brought...

Season 3 - Episode 59 - Situational Awareness: Make Every Effort to *Be* in the Moment (safety tips with Cindy Scott) from 2021-04-16T05:00

"What color is the car you just parked next to?"
"How many people are standing in line behind you?"
"What mile marker did you just pass on the freeway?"
Listen

Season 3 - Episode 58 - Women not only learn differently than men, but we THINK differently than men! A fellow female firearms instructor who inspires everyone she trains - Meet Cindy Scott! from 2021-04-09T05:00

Meet my friend Cindy Scott - She is the owner and created Galveston Gal Firearms Training to offer safe, friendly instruction to law-abiding, everyday folks who want to learn more about personal...

Season 3 - Episode 57 - Even When Playing Outdoors - I'm Still A Lady from 2021-04-02T05:00

I still put on makeup, I still fix my hair, and I always shave my legs no matter what adventure I am about to go on!  It makes me feel good and I have a better time when I feel like a Lady!  Mor...

Season 3 - Episode 56 - A Day or A Year: Pack Your Camping Gear - by Luke (age 11) from 2021-03-26T05:00

This week we will hear all about some great camping tips and tricks to stay dry, warm and well prepared for any type of camping adventure you choose to go on.  Whether it is a day trip, learning...

Season 3 - Episode 55 - Kayaking Through the Eyes of Luke (age 11) from 2021-03-19T05:00

In this week's episode we'll hear all about Luke's first adventure kayaking.  He tells us about how to stay safe around water, and some great tips to keep dry and always pointed d...

Season 3 - Episode 54 - Are You an Effective Leader? from 2021-03-12T05:00

What does Leadership mean to you?  What draws you to a successful leader and why do you follow?  What makes YOU a successful leader with many who follow you?

We'll discuss some ski...

Season 3 - Episode 53 - Instructor vs. Mentor - Which One Are You? from 2021-03-05T05:00

What is the difference between an Instructor and a Mentor?  Can you identify the qualities of each of these titles?  When is it appropriate to be an Instructor, and at what point do you become a...

Season 3 - Episode 52 - Surviving the 2021 Texas Arctic Apocalypse from 2021-02-26T05:00

It was Valentine's Weekend, 2021 along the Texas Gulf Coast.  The weathermen said it was coming...a historic freeze and arctic blast the Gulf Coast has not seen in 100 years.  We Southerner...

Season 3 - Episode 51 - Reflections of a 5-Boy Mom from 2021-02-19T05:00

Have you ever looked at a life event and realized - how did THAT happen 20 years ago??  It seemed like only yesterday when I was ____ !  This week's podcast explores just that.  I had a few...

Season 3 - Episode 50 - My 50th Podcast! My Journey Here and Plans Above and Beyond… from 2021-02-12T05:00

This is my 50th Podcast!!!  Hear my journey to meet this milestone and why I started podcasting in the first place!  This has all been self-taught, with the use of podcasting websites and forums...

Season 2 - Episode 49 - Meet Luis: A Young Entrepreneur Bringing Firearms Education to His Community from 2021-02-05T05:00

Luis is a young entrepreneur who had a vision to bring firearms education to his community in the far West Texas town of El Paso.  While in college he was introduced to firearms and his interest...

Season 2 - Episode 48 - Improving Confidence and Changing Lives through Firearms Education + Training: Meet Robyn's and Hear Her Amazing Story from 2021-01-29T05:00

Meet Robyn - she is a retired educator and a trainer, who is always training with a purpose.  Hear her amazing story how she was invited to A Girl and A Gun event which changed her life!  She wi...

Season 2 - Episode 47 - My Best Hunting Memories (Luke, age 11) from 2021-01-22T05:00

Meet Luke - he's my youngest son, age 11, and he shares some of his best hunting memories.  From the days at the shooting range with lots of practice, trips to our favorite spots to sit in ...

Season 2 - Episode 46 - My Best Hunting Memories (JohnJohn, age 14) from 2021-01-15T05:00

JohnJohn was raised to treat firearms with respect and he learned from a very young age how to handle firearms safely.  He also learned how to hunt  when he was young, and his passion has grown ...

Season 2 - Episode 45 - My Best Hunting Memories (Matthew, age 16) from 2021-01-08T05:00

Matthew is 16 and shares his favorite hunting memories, growing up in a house of hunters and recreational shooters!  He talks about his first hunt and putting everything he's learned about ...

Season 2 - Episode 44 - My Best Hunting Memories (Dominic, age 18) from 2021-01-01T05:00

Dominic is 18 and he will share how he was raised around firearms, safety, and hunting.  He shares how he has grown in his hunting ethics, responsibilities and maturity from being guided as a yo...

Season 2 - Episode 43 - Family Traditions Shared by the Rao Boys from 2020-12-25T05:00

On this blessed Merry Christmas episode - you will hear 3 of my own boys talk, without the others hearing their chats, about their favorite family traditions around the Holiday season.  We discu...

Season 2 - Episode 42 - Understanding the Importance of Fair Chase from 2020-12-18T00:00

As hunters, it is imperative that we always put fair chase and sportsmanship first, on any and every hunt.  The problem is that the definitions of "fair chase" and "sportsmanship&...

Season 2 - Episode 41 - Examining Your Hunter Ethics and Morality from 2020-12-11T05:00

Aldo Leopold, the father of wildlife management, said "Ethical behavior is doing the right thing when no one else is watching, even when doing the wrong thing is legal."  To put it ano...

Season 2 - Episode 40 - How Effective are You as a Hunting Mentor from 2020-12-04T05:00

Hunters have a duty to introduce others, especially youth, to our sport and ensuring that our hunting heritage survives.  By getting new stakeholders vested in hunting, we create a new base of y...

Season 2 - Episode 39 - Thankful for the Life and Outdoor Traditions of Papa from 2020-11-27T05:00

Remembering my roots, where I came from and how the outdoors has shaped me into who I am today.  My journey growing up, attending college and earning my 2 degrees, to landing a career in Texas a...

Season 2 - Episode 38 - Introduction to Archery and Bowhunting from 2020-11-20T00:00

Archery is the art and skill of shooting with a bow and arrow.  Although it does not require great strength, it does require fundamental skills and precision of the shooter's form.  Archery...

Season 2 - Episode 37 - Rifle and Handgun Fundamentals from 2020-11-13T05:00

Shooting is not a talent that you are born with.  One cannot learn this skill by just watching videos or sitting along the sidelines and watching people shoot  Marksmanship is taking the time to...

Season 2 - Episode 36 - Demystifying the World of Shotguns from 2020-11-06T05:00

Continuing on from last week's podcast about the fundamentals of shotgun shooting, this week we'll explore some of the terminology that is specific only to shotguns and shotgun shootin...

Season 2 - Episode 35 - Fundamentals of Shotgun Shooting from 2020-10-30T05:00

Of all the shooting sports, shotgun shooting may be one of the most difficult to master.  Picking up a fast-moving target with your eyes and developing the proper lead and follow-through are ski...

Season 2 - Episode 34 - NRA Firearm Training has Real-Life Benefits from 2020-10-23T05:00

As American's firearm safety and education leader, the National Rifle Association offers a multitude of training opportunities to the public.  Some training accounts for things you learn an...

Season 2 - Episode 33 - 2A Venture Hunting Crew .30-06 from 2020-10-16T05:00

The 2nd Amendment Teen Hunters Model is based on recruiting young members of a supporting organization between the ages of 14-21.  This model is far different from many of the existing "one...

Season 2 - Episode 32 - Safe Firearm Transportation, Field Carries, + Cleaning from 2020-10-09T05:00

Firearm safety begins with you.  The safest way to transport your firearm is in a case, unloaded, and with the ammunition stored separately.  Any time you transport your firearm to the shooting ...

Season 2 - Episode 31 - Common Range + Field Commands from 2020-10-02T05:00

Each time you handle your firearm and ammunition, you immediately become your own Range Safety Officer.  This means you are responsible for your actions, your equipment, your safety, and the saf...

Season 2 - Episode 30 Introduction to Ammunition Components from 2020-09-25T05:00

It is EXTREMELY important to match the correct ammunition to the firearm you are shooting.  Everything you need to know can be found on the side of the firearm's barrel, box of ammunition, ...

Season 2 - Episode 29 Introduction to Firearm Parts, Components and Actions from 2020-09-18T05:00

Learn about the basic terminology of Rifles, Handguns and Shotguns.  We'll be discussing shotgun chokes, safeties, triggers, different firearm actions, and pistols vs. revolvers.

T...

Season 2 - Episode 28 - Keeping Your WILD Child SAFE Outdoors from 2020-09-04T05:00

No matter what the adventure, we do our best to prepare ourselves for whatever situation we encounter.  From heat to cold, hurricanes to fires, poisonous plants to venomous insects and snakes, a...

Season 2 - Episode 27 - Being a Courteous and Ethical Firearm Owner from 2020-08-21T05:00

"Ethical behavior is doing the right thing when no one else is watching - even when doing the wrong thing is legal" ... Aldo Leopold

If you surround yourself with people who m...

Season 2 - Episode 26 - From Vietnam to America: Henry's Transformation of Views and 2nd Amendment Freedoms from 2020-08-14T05:00

Meet Henry - He was born in Vietnam and is now a proud American citizen.  During our conversation, you will hear his story and what it was like living in communist Vietnam as a child.  Now in Ho...

Season 2 - Episode 25: 10 Rules of Firearm Safety from 2020-08-07T07:00

Safety is THE most essential element in everything we do.  As kids, the last thing our parents said to us as we left was:  Be Careful!

As adults, the last thing we say to our kids and l...

Season 2 - Episode 24: Introducing Kids to Firearms from 2020-07-31T13:00

Not too long ago it was common for firearms to be in nearly every home.  Firearms were respected and had a purpose, usually for hunting to provide food for the family.  With changing times, soci...

Episode 23 - Take Your WILD Child Fishing from 2020-07-24T05:00

Giving our children proper recreation skills will spark their awareness at a young age.  These skills will also develop and flourish in them throughout their lives.  By introducing kids to fishi...

Episode 22 - Introduce Your WILD Child to the Great Outdoors from 2020-07-17T05:00

It is never too early to introduce a small child to the great outdoors and nurture their WILD instincts.  Let them explore, climb, roll, dig, discover, investigate, observe, and take ownership o...

Episode 21 - Take Your WILD Child Camping! from 2020-07-10T05:00

Our goal as parents is to instill a sense of wonderment in our children toward our natural world.  We do this by creating excitement and adventure while making sure they are safe.  A byproduct o...

Episode 20 - Snakes...The Creature Nightmares are Made Of from 2020-07-03T05:00

Of all the reptiles, snakes, both venomous and nonvenomous, have instilled more fear in people than all the other wildlife predators combined.  Learn about the types of snakes, what to do to avo...

Episode 19 - Wolves, Packs&the Alphas from 2020-06-26T05:00

The wolf is one of the most adaptable and intelligent of wildlife predators. The best known, and most feared wolf behavior is working as a pack.  The alpha male and alpha female lead the pack.  ...

Episode 18 - Reducing the Unintentional Bear Encounter from 2020-06-19T05:00

Bears are dangerous!  Every encounter has the potential to end up in death.  Preventing the unintentional encounter begins with knowledge and preparation.  Learn these skills that can be employe...

Episode 17 - All About Grizzly Bears from 2020-06-12T05:00

The Brown Bear (which includes the Grizzly Bear) is the most widely distributed species of bear across the globe.  Learn their habitat, characteristics, preferred food source, hibernation ritual...

Episode 16 - Where Black Bears Roam from 2020-06-05T08:00

For individuals who spend any amount of time or live in black bear country, it is critical to be aware of your surroundings at all times.  Know their habitat, breeding, hibernation, feeding habi...

Episode 15 - The Unpredictable Mountain Lion from 2020-05-31T08:00

The mountain lion is the most widely distributed wildlife predator in the Western Hemisphere.  Learn about their habitat, behaviors, breeding, and how to avoid unintended encounters with these w...

Episode 14 - Open Country, Open Carry from 2020-05-29T18:00

As American Citizens, we have a 2nd Amendment Constitutional Right to Bear Arms, (as long as you meet the minimum criteria or are not disqualified under federal law, and follow the rules) on Fed...

Episode 13 - Myths of Kids, Firearms&Hunting from 2020-05-25T18:00

No matter which side you are on, there are few topics that stir emotions as much as the discussion of kids and firearms, and kids and hunting.  10 myths are explored around these societal percep...

Episode 12 - Introducing Your Wild Child to Boating from 2020-05-25T12:00

No matter which method you choose, boating is a great family past-time that can combine excitement, new skills and provide a sense of accomplishment for people of all ages!  Start them young!

Episode 11 - Investing in Your WILD CHILD'S Future! from 2020-05-18T20:00

Choose and invest in your children's future above all else.  Invest into that future until they have the memories, outdoor experiences, and family traditions that you are satisfied with - t...

Episode 9 - Alligators...Be Afraid of the Ones You Don't See! from 2020-05-09T22:00

Chance encounters with alligators in their native range are quite common.  Learn the habits, behavior, biology, and tips to stay safe when living with gators and recreating where alligators roam...

Episode 8 - Wildlife Predators - Are You Prepared to Enter Their World? from 2020-05-09T06:00

Since our earliest existence, mankind has been at the mercy of the environment.  Humans were both predator and prey.  The large wildlife predators of North America are not as widespread as years...

Episode 7 - Being Bear Aware - Why Carry Bear Spray? from 2020-05-03T23:00

The temperatures are rising and the wildlife is waking up.  Are you prepared to enter into the woods and areas where wildlife predators roam?  Are you Bear Aware?  Do you carry bear spray and kn...

Episode 5 - Year Round Open Season from 2020-05-03T11:00

There is no "off" hunting season - find different techniques and methods for Year-Round hunting opportunities!

Episode 6 - Springtime Turkeys from 2020-05-03T11:00

Learn about the different types of turkeys, some of their distinguishing characteristics, and challenges for the hunt.

Episode 3 - NRA classes and firearms training from 2020-04-26T22:00

Understanding NRA Firearms classes and what is involved in becoming trained and certified as a student and as an instructor.

There is no better place to learn than in the outdoor classr...

Episode 2 - Essential from 2020-04-26T22:00

What does it mean to be an "Essential" hunter and shooter?

There is no better place to learn than in the outdoor classroom:  roaming the woods and waters, and creating memorie...

Episode 4 - Social Distancing...while Trapping from 2020-04-26T22:00

During these Pandemic times - learn how we took advantage of Social Distancing through Trapping and helping out a fellow Rancher.

There is no better place to learn than in the outdoor clas...

Welcome to the North American Outdoors Podcast from 2020-04-22T02:00

I'm Heidi Rao - telling you a little bit about who I am and why I'm here.  My background, credentials, training, passion, and a glimpse about my family.  There is no better place to learn than in t...

Welcome to the North American Outdoors Podcast from 2020-04-21T21:00

I'm Heidi Rao - telling you a little bit about who I am and why I'm here.  My background, credentials, training, passion, and a glimpse about my family.  

There is no better p...

Welcome to the North American Outdoors Podcast from 2020-04-21T21:00

I'm Heidi Rao - telling you a little bit about who I am and why I'm here.  My background, credentials, training, passion, and a glimpse about my family.  

There is no better p...