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The Bovasin Outdoor ChroniclesAuthor: Bovasin Outdoors
We promise to bring our passion, expertise, and sense of humor to every episode (but we can't promise we won't get lost or accidentally set our tent on fire... again). Each episode, we share stories from our hunting and fishing escapades, offer our two cents on the current issues, and provide a platform for discussing key topics with local expert guests. Whether you're rushing to fish a stream after work, taking your gun dog out on the weekend, or embarking on your annual hunting trip, you'll find something to connect with, learn, or enjoy along with us. We know that outdoor adventures can be unpredictable, and we've had our fair share of mishaps and embarrassing moments, but we take our responsibility as outdoorsmen seriously and promote responsible outdoor recreation and conservation efforts. We make sure to share our adventure but not our location. Just a couple of Montana brothers "Surviving The Week to Live on the Weekends" Language: en-us Genres: Hobbies, Leisure, Sports, Wilderness Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Decoding CWD: What Other Prion Diseases Tell Us About Zombie Deer
Episode 3
Wednesday, 5 November, 2025
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is often called the “zombie deer disease” and has become one of the most talked-about threats in wildlife biology and hunting circles. But to really understand what’s happening in our deer and elk herds, we have to look at what we already know about other prion diseases: Mad Cow (BSE), Kuru, Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), and Scrapie in sheep.In this episode, we explore how these known diseases can help us understand the mysterious behavior of CWD. We break down how prions work, how they spread, and why they’re so difficult to contain. From cattle pastures to deer camps, this conversation takes a deep look at the science behind prions and what it might mean for hunters, wildlife managers, and anyone who eats wild game.We talk about: What prions are and how they infect the brain Similarities and differences between CWD, Mad Cow, Kuru, CJD, and ScrapieTransmission in wildlife and environmental persistenceWhat hunters should know about handling or consuming meat from CWD-positive animalsTheories on where prions come from and how they mutateWhy understanding these diseases matters for the future of hunting and conservationThis isn’t a fear-mongering episode, it’s a fact-based discussion aimed at helping outdoor enthusiasts understand the bigger picture. We dig into current research, real-world implications, and the unknowns scientists are still chasing.
