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Hunt. Fish. Freedom. - Presented By The International Order of T RooseveltAuthor: International Order of T Roosevelt
Welcome to Hunt. Fish. Freedom., the official podcast of the International Order of T. Roosevelt. This is the show for those who live for the call of the wild, the thrill of the hunt, and the freedom of the great outdoors. Whether you're in a treestand, on the water, or around the campfire, this is your home for stories, strategy, and the spirit of adventure. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt and the pursuit of a free and wild future. Language: en Genres: News, Politics, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode 53 - Protecting the Right to Hunt and Fish in Modern America
Episode 53
Friday, 24 July, 2026
A single legislative victory reveals why America’s hunting and fishing heritage deserves lasting protection. Lauren Melo helped lead one of the most significant conservation victories in recent history by making Florida the 24th state to constitutionally protect the right to hunt and fish. Her story reaches far beyond politics, revealing how family traditions, public lands, wildlife conservation, and time outdoors shape generations of hunters and anglers. Raised hunting quail, chasing waterfowl through the Everglades, bass fishing on Lake Okeechobee, and learning firearm safety alongside her father, Lauren shares how those experiences prepared her to champion one of the nation's most important hunting and fishing initiatives. The conversation explores the legislative battles behind Amendment 2, the grassroots campaign that united millions of Floridians, and why protecting outdoor access matters for everyone, whether they hunt and fish or not. The discussion also breaks down the difference between conservation and preservation, how sportsmen and women fund wildlife management, and why constitutional protections are becoming increasingly important as development, public access, and anti-hunting efforts continue to reshape the American outdoors. From duck blinds and tarpon fishing to youth mentorship, hunting heritage, and the future of public participation in conservation, this conversation offers a compelling look at what is truly at stake for the next generation. Follow the show for more weekly hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor conversations. Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app! Don’t forget to leave a 5 star review and SUBSCRIBE on Apple or Spotify Check out the IOTR website: International Order of T. Roosevelt | Protect At-Risk Wildlife Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19zGf29wGZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Follow us on X: https://x.com/iotrofficial?s=21&t=SzcoQxiDPMWvFcFPurrzNw Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iotr_official?igsh=dXp5b284dXJpOXlq&utm_source=qr
