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The Sporting Life Notebook PodcastAuthor: Durrell Smith
Discover how a visionary young man decided from an early age that his career would not be restricted by the established expectations of a society. Know how this decision led to the creation of The Sporting Life Notebook; the Georgia-based organization continuously engaging in a rich collection of sporting initiatives; all with the hopes of creating curiosity amongst unexplored, nontraditional markets and welcoming them to the outdoors. Understand how today, these newly arrived enthusiasts believe had it not been for The Sporting Life Notebooks' commitment to expose them to the invaluable experiences found in a sporting life, they may have never lived the outdoor activities they are devotedly engaging in today. By doing so, The Sporting Life Notebook is bringing new generations & participants to the industry. In turn, this new blood is enjoying activities they never knew possible, while bringing in fresh perspectives; perspectives ensuring our sporting traditions, wildlife, & habitat will be here tomorrow. And in the end, The Sporting Life Notebook's belief of never allowing deeply rooted stereotypes to dictate what one will become or enjoy, is inspiring thousands to learn more about & be part of, our outdoor community; a community whose richness will always be directly linked to the diversity found in its members, ideas, & opinions. Language: en-us Genres: Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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TSLN S2E16 | The Minnesota Boundary Waters (extended)
Episode 16
Monday, 3 November, 2025
Durrell Smith hosted a special episode recapping his recent, highly memorable trip to the Minnesota Boundary Waters, joined by guests Land Tawney (co-chair of American Hunters and Anglers), Katie McKalip (conservation communications expert), Lukas Leaf (Executive Director of Sportsman for the Boundary Waters, who also served as camp chef), and Matt Schultz (Program Manager at SBW). Durrell described the wilderness as one of the most memorable times of his hunting career, providing an unparalleled opportunity to experience wilderness that felt like being in a "theme park... just for nature" and fulfilled a childhood sense of adventure. The trip yielded a true "cast and blast" mixed bag, during which Durrell harvested his first rough grouse in Minnesota, caught smallmouth bass, and foraged for mushrooms. Central to the conversation was the advocacy needed to protect the Boundary Waters—a unique and irreplaceable landscape that is an "objective good" for all Americans—from the threat of the Twin Metals nonferrous copper-nickel mine planned upstream from the watershed. Guests confirmed that organizations are in "defense mode" against potential attempts to overturn the 20-year mineral moratorium issued by the Biden administration in January 2023, urging listeners to raise awareness and call elected officials to secure permanent protection for the watershed. Durrell concluded by announcing he is developing related content, including a video recap on the American Soul, American Soul YouTube channel, writing, and artwork, while also promoting new products and upcoming events, such as an Atlanta photography exhibition on November 1st.
