The Northern Hunter Podcast
Official podcast of The Northern Hunter. Founded on the belief that success in Alaska’s vast wilderness is attainable for anyone with the right know-how and grit. Host James Paine dives deep into discussions with co-hosts and expert guests about ballistics/shooting, hunting, fishing, trapping, and all things outdoors in Alaska!
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7 hours ago
7 hours ago
Friend of the show and lifelong fish advocate, Gale Vick returns to the podcast introducing Olivia Irwin, who is running for nomination to the Alaska Board of Fish. In this episode, we talk about Olivia’s background, cultural impacts of subsistence shutdowns, and what can be done to save Alaska’s wild salmon.
Today’s discussion includes:
Getting into conservation
The issues salmon face in Alaska’s waters and beyond
Fish camp, culture camp, and preserving Alaskan culture
Science, politics, and economics of wild salmon
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Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
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Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
James, Chris and Carl get together this week to catch up on how the winter season has gone, getting ready for spring, and recapping tales of river adventures as a bit of spring fever is setting in!
Today’s discussion includes:
Final days for the traplines
Burbot setlines
Boating mishaps
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
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Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
This week James sits down with his wife, Madeline, to talk about their approach to hunting as a couple, chasing a modern life in the wilderness, and appreciating everything Alaska has to offer for a subsistence way of life.
Today’s discussion includes:
Hunting and gathering as a family
Instagram vs Reality of outdoor living
Taking advantage of opportunities
Our tips for running a game-cooking kitchen
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Feb 03, 2025
Monday Feb 03, 2025
After many requests the guys give a full breakdown of what gear to bring when predator hunting in Alaska. From what’s in your bag, to what’s in your truck, and how to avoid learning lessons the hard way that could send you home early.
Today’s discussion includes:
Comforts and necessities
Gear for going farther
Being prepared for anything
How to stay out longer
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Jan 27, 2025
Monday Jan 27, 2025
James and Chris tackle the much-requested topic of protecting and optimizing your semi-auto platforms for use in Alaska's arctic conditions. Also teasing part two of the recording coming out next week!
Today’s discussion includes:
Components at any budget
Protection from snow/debris
Gas blocks & buffer kits
Frozen BCGs
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
James and Chris chat about new additions to the calling arsenal, some foreshadowed plans for bear season this spring, as well as the features and benefits of different game call models by Foxpro to help figure out which ones best for you.
Today’s discussion includes:
New rifle builds
Big bore ARs for bear baiting
Importance of call sounds
Foxpro models from budget to ballin’
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
James and Chris made it through a busy holiday season and link up to talk about travel in the lower 48, new equipment for this year’s pursuits and a recap on their first calling session of the new year.
Today’s discussion includes:
Its good to be home
New boots & other gear
Call sequences & concealment
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Continuing the conversation from last week with James, the Alaska-Africa crew and Devan De Lange, listen in for even more stories and a deep dive into the weapons and hunting styles for international hunters.
Today’s discussion includes:
Wing shooting in SA & AK
Biltong, buffalo & leopards
Hunting methods & getting lost
Cartridge & bullet selection
Find Devan and set up your adventure!
https://winterbergsafaris.com/
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
James sits down with the Fairbanks crew from this years South African safari, along with Winterberg Safaris owner/operator Devan De Lange. Answering more questions, telling stories from around the globe and diving into more gear, methods, and opportunities.
Today’s discussion includes:
Hunting in the UK
Gear needed for the safari
Fishing around the world
Gators, groupers & barracuda
Find Devan and set up your adventure!
https://winterbergsafaris.com/
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
This week James and Chris talk about some recent local news, funny stories, exciting new builds, and plans for the coming months. Thank you to all our listeners and we hope you have a very merry Christmas!
Today’s discussion includes:
Common sense and trappers rights
An involuntary dogsled ride
Predator rifle builds
To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com
And follow our socials
Facebook: facebook.com/thenorthernhunter
Instagram: instagram.com/the.northern.hunter
Contact us on our website, socials, or by email at info@thenorthernhunter.com with any and all questions about hunting in Alaska to get featured in a future episode!
BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
HAMMER BULLETS @hammerbullets
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off and drop the Hammer on your next hunt! Made in America and CNC lathed, these bullets are extremely accurate, deadly and reliable!
hammerbullets.com
60 INCH CLUB @60inchclub
Use code: THENORTHERNHUNTER for 10% off all services and products offered on their website. Gain access to over 30 years of moose & caribou hunting experience to amplify your DIY hunt in Alaska!
60inchclub.com
BAIT’EM 907 @baitem907
Use code: TNHP at checkout for 10% off on their massive selection of bear attractants, moose and trapping lures! Manufactured right here in Alaska but ships everywhere!
baitem907.com
WEATHERBY @weatherby
Shop the Weatherby Mark V line up for the finest quality hunting rifles on the market! Designed and manufactured in the USA!
weatherby.com