In this data-driven episode of Through the Gates, we break down the real science, numbers, and economic impact behind hunting, trapping, and wildlife conservation in America—and why these facts matter now more than ever.

From Colorado wildlife policy battles to national statistics on hunters, trappers, and conservation funding, this episode exposes the disconnect between science-based wildlife management and emotionally driven narratives pushed by activist groups.

We dive deep into:

The true economic impact of hunting, trapping, and dog-assisted hunting
Misconceptions about “profit-driven” wildlife harvest
The role of science vs. ideology in wildlife policy decisions
The ongoing fight to protect the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation
Key upcoming events like Sportsmen’s Day at the Capitol

If you care about wildlife conservation, hunting rights, trapping, rural economies, and science-backed policy, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

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In Episode 93 of Through the Gates, Dan Gates breaks down one of the most detailed and controversial discussions yet surrounding wildlife policy, governance, and political influence in Colorado.

This episode dives deep into the connections between policymakers, activist organizations, and wildlife commissions—unpacking how decisions are made, who influences them, and what it means for hunters, ranchers, conservationists, and everyday Coloradans.

From recent legislative battles to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission decisions, this episode explores:

The push for fur bans and wildlife policy changes
The role of activist organizations and political appointments
The influence of interconnected networks in wildlife governance
The future of science-based wildlife management in Colorado and beyond

If you care about hunting, conservation, wildlife management, or public policy, this is a must-watch episode.

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In this episode of Through the Gates, we sit down with Aspen Grady and Guy Duplantier at the Mile High Hunt & Fish Expo for a powerful conversation about the future of hunting, conservation, and the rising influence of women in the outdoor space.

Aspen shares her journey from growing up around hunting to stepping into the conservation fight, working in policy, and becoming part of a rapidly growing movement that’s reshaping how the hunting community communicates, organizes, and defends its way of life.

This episode dives deep into:

Why hunters are losing ground politically
The gap between science-based wildlife management and public perception
How women are leading a new wave of conservation advocacy
The importance of curiosity, education, and engagement
What YOU can do to help save the hunt

If you care about hunting, fishing, conservation, or the future of wildlife management in Colorado and beyond — this is a must-listen.
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In this episode of Through the Gates, Dan Gates sits down with @Laramysasquatchmiller at the Mile High Hunting Expo in Denver, Colorado to break down the growing battle over wildlife management, hunting rights, and political influence in the West.

From wolf reintroduction to trapping bans, ballot initiatives, and the increasing role of emotion-driven policy, this conversation dives deep into the real threats facing the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.

Laramy shares firsthand experience as an outfitter, hunter, and conservationist—highlighting how rapidly Colorado has changed, why science-based wildlife management is being challenged, and what sportsmen must do to protect the future of hunting.

This is a must-listen for hunters, outdoorsmen, conservation advocates, and anyone concerned about the future of wildlife policy in America.

👉 Topics include:

Colorado wolf reintroduction & its consequences
The decline of science-based wildlife management
Trapping bans and anti-hunting legislation
The role of politics in wildlife decisions
Why hunters must engage in the fight
The future of conservation in the West

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In this episode of Through the Gates, we expose what many hunters, ranchers, and the people of Colorado need to understand about the powerful and national network of animal rights extremists that are manipulating science-based wildlife management for agenda driven politics.

Following the controversial Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting on March 4–5, this episode dives deep into the growing concerns about how political pressure, activist organizations, and government appointments may be influencing wildlife management decisions that were once driven by science.

Host Dan Gates breaks down the network of activists, nonprofits, political figures, and commission appointments that are working together to reshape wildlife policy across the American West. The major players include Governor Polis, First Gentleman Marol Reis, Samantha Miller, Wayne Pacelle, Mark Surls and organizations such as the Center for Biological Diversity, Project Coyote, Humane World for Animals and Prairie Protection Colorado just to name a few. From petitions targeting trapping and fur sales to legislation affecting wolves and beavers, this episode connects the dots between policy proposals, activist campaigns, and political relationships.

The conversation also examines:

• The rise of professional wildlife activism across western states
• How ballot box losses are shifting strategies toward commissions and rulemaking
• The role of political appointments in wildlife policy decisions
• The tension between science-based wildlife management and ideology-driven policy

With nearly 500 Coloradans attending the March CPW Commission meeting, this episode explores the growing public attention on the future of wildlife management and the North American Model of Conservation.

If you care about hunting, trapping, ranching, conservation, or public policy affecting wildlife in the West, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

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This is what ignoring wildlife science looks like.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife recommended denial.
Sportsmen came out 500 strong against about 40 antis.
The biologists are telling us that harvest is not impacting populations.
The commissioners didn't know what they were voting on yet.

Despite all of this, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission voted to ban fur. The future of conservation, hunting, and trapping in Colorado is being decided right now.

In this episode of Through the Gates, we break down what happened at the recent Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting as debate heats up over the fur ban in Colorado and what it could mean for hunters, trappers, rural communities, and the future of wildlife management.

Host Dan Gates sits down with Doug Chaisson from the Fur Institute of Canada to discuss the real impacts of fur bans, the role of trappers in wildlife science, and why sportsmen and women from across Colorado showed up in force to defend the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.

From the economic realities of the fur trade to the political landscape shaping wildlife policy, this conversation explores what’s happening behind the scenes and why sportsmen must stay engaged in the fight for science-based wildlife management.

More than 500 sportsmen, trappers, outfitters, and conservation advocates attended the commission meeting to make their voices heard as the state considers moving forward with rulemaking that could affect fur sales and trapping regulations.

Whether you hunt, trap, fish, or simply care about wildlife conservation, this episode explains why decisions being made today could shape the future of conservation for generations.

If you care about wildlife, conservation policy, hunting rights, and the future of trapping in North America — this conversation matters.

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In Episode 88 of Through the Gates, we join forces with @salidagunshop to break down the growing conflict surrounding wolf reintroduction, ballot initiatives, wildlife commission politics, and the widening urban-rural divide shaping Colorado’s future. From policy decisions affecting sportsmen to the long-term consequences for ranchers, outfitters, and conservation funding, this episode dives deep into what’s really happening behind the scenes.

We explore how political pressure, advocacy campaigns, and public perception are influencing wildlife management decisions — and what it means for hunters, anglers, landowners, and everyday Coloradans. If you care about conservation, predator management, public lands access, or the future of hunting in the West, this episode is a must-watch.

This isn’t just about wolves. It’s about who controls wildlife policy, how ballot box biology impacts science-based management, and whether traditional North American conservation principles are being reshaped in real time.

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In this special collaboration between Through the Gates and The Mountainside Podcast, Bobby Marshall sits down with Dan Gates, founder of Coloradans for Responsible Wildlife Management, to break down the escalating fight over wildlife conservation in Colorado.

At the center of the battle is the defense of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation — the gold standard framework that has guided science-based wildlife management for over a century.

Dan explains:
- How ballot-box biology is reshaping Colorado wildlife policy
- The political influence of Governor Jared Polis and appointed commissioners
- The impact of wolf reintroduction and anti-hunting initiatives
- How activist-driven legislation threatens science-based wildlife management
- The past victories that protected hunting and conservation funding
- The upcoming battles at the ballot, legislature, and commission levels
- Why sportsmen, ranchers, and rural communities are mobilizing

This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of conservation, politics, and the future of wildlife management in Colorado.

Whether you’re a hunter, conservationist, rancher, landowner, or concerned citizen — this conversation lays out what’s at stake and how you can get involved.

🎯 If you care about the future of wildlife, habitat funding, predator management, and the integrity of conservation policy — this episode is essential viewing.

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