Steven Rinella and ecologist Karl Malcolm head to the Cibola National Forest, guided by a century-old tip from conservationist Aldo Leopold, to hunt Merriam's wild turkeys. Their adventure showcases the forest's rich history and the legacy of Leopold's conservation efforts while they track these elusive birds through challenging terrain.
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With a trio of cantankerous, spit-hurling pack llamas, Steven heads out.
Steven Rinella takes on Montanas week-long big game heritage season with a traditional muzzleloader.
Steven Rinella heads to New Mexico's Gila Wilderness with his friend Carl Malcolm to hunt Merriam's turkeys. Set against a backdrop of stunning landscapes and rich history, they explore the first federally protected wilderness in the world. Although few and far between, the duo find gobbling birds through hard scouting and perserverence.
Steve's annual quest for a giant mule deer buck continues this year in southwest Colorado. Here, Steve fills us in on his favorite critter, the mule deer. As he hunts will share his vast knowledge about these special western game animals including how to hunt, butcher, and most importantly how cook them-if he can put his tag on one.
In the rugged terrain of central Colorado, Steven Rinella and his friend Brody Henderson set out to hunt mule deer amidst aspen groves and sagebrush. Navigating unseasonably warm November weather, they face challenges in tracking down the elusive deer as the heat pushes the animals into cooler, shaded areas. After several attempts, including a close encounter thwarted by coyotes, the duo finally spots a promising buck.
MLB player Pete Alonso fulfills a dream by hunting mule deer with Steven Rinella in southern Colorado.
Steven Rinella and ecologist Karl Malcolm head to the Cibola National Forest, guided by a century-old tip from conservationist Aldo Leopold, to hunt Merriam's wild turkeys. Their adventure showcases the forest's rich history and the legacy of Leopold's conservation efforts while they track these elusive birds through challenging terrain.
Steven Rinella heads deep into Montana's rugged mountains to hunt black bears, reflecting on two decades of memories in this harsh yet captivating landscape. Joined by memories of his brother and their youthful adventures, Steve navigates grizzly country, contemplates the passage of time, and explores the evolving nature of hunting. Through encounters with both bears and the terrain, Steve seeks not just game but a connection to the past and the lessons it holds.
Steven Rinella heads to the historic beaver trapping grounds of Wyoming to explore the legacy of the mountain man era. As he sets traps along the Green River, Steve immerses himself in the methods and stories of early American trappers. Alongside his quest to catch beavers, he delves into the fascinating history of how beavers shaped the fur trade and American frontier life. It's a journey through both the rugged landscapes and the rich heritage of the American West.
Steve's quest for a giant mule deer buck continues in central Idaho.
Steve's quest for a giant mule deer buck continues in central Idaho. To help Steve in his journey, Ryan Callaghan has offered up one of his best spots as well as his keen spotting skills. The duo backpack hunt in some of the West's steepest and prettiest mountains seeking the colossal buck of Steve's dreams. In part two Steve finds the buck he's been searching for his whole life. The dream is realized and Steve and Ryan feast on a slow cooked roast.
Steve is fed up with disrespect for one of the world's most unique game animals-the pronghorn antelope.
Brittany and Helen have put more work in on MeatEater than just about anyone else, but have yet to hunt.
After four years of waiting, Steven Rinella draws a coveted, limited-entry public land bull elk tag for New Mexico's Gila National Forest. Steve heads into the backcountry on a solo backpack hunt where his biggest challenge is the vast expanse of hills covered in thick timber. This demanding hunt requires lots of glassing and even more hiking. Here, even just one missed opportunity could result in an empty freezer.
Ryan Callaghan and Aaron Evans join Steve on an epic adventure in British Columbia's Rockies to pursue grizzly bears. Steve has long desired to take a grizzly but only if he can do it in a way that fits his personal ethics. The hunt is dampened by frustrating weather but Steve finds a way to fix a tasty meal.
All across America hunters kick off the fall hunting season with a weekend of doves, friends, and food. Steve's lifelong friend, Ronny Boehme has invited Steve out to his digs in Virginia for the dove opener. To prep for opening day, Steve and Ron spend a day brushing up on their shooting skills on a sporting clays course followed by a pigeon hunt. Steve shares simple, delicious cooking methods for doves and pigeons.
Last spring, Steve decided to pass up an opportunity to kill a black bear in favor of an extended up close and personal experience. This time, Steve heads back to his shack on Prince of Wales Island and he's brought his friend Paul Neess from Vortex Optics along to share the experience of using a canoe to slip in close to these giant black bears.
Steve loves to fish as much as he loves to hunt.Steve is on a river in SW Montana for a day to catch.
In Part One, Steve experienced the difficulty of hunting the Sooty grouse of southeast Alaska.
In the first part of this series, Steve attempts a unique spring hunt for sooty grouse in the coastal rainforests of southeast Alaska. These mysterious hooters make for a hunt that is markedly different from any other and success doesn't come easily. They say blind squirrels can find a nut, but will Steve harvest a grouse?
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