Accessible Hunter Podcast

Accessible Hunter

Welcome to the Accessible Hunter podcast, where we talk about all things hunting, the great outdoors, life with a disability and meeting people where they are. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and the sport of hunting. That's why we're here, to provide information and resources to hunters with disabilities, so that they can safely and ethically pursue their passions.

  1. 4 days ago

    Bill Bogdan

    This week on the Accessible Hunter Podcast, we’re excited to welcome Bill Bogdan! Bill serves as the Disability Liaison for the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office and has dedicated more than 25 years to advancing accessibility, disability rights, adaptive recreation, and spinal cord injury advocacy. Following a life-changing spinal cord injury due to having a tumor removed as an infant, Bill refused to let paralysis define him. Today, he enjoys adaptive scuba diving, kayaking, sit skiing, and numerous other outdoor adventures while helping create more inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities nationwide. Bill has worked with organizations including United Spinal Association, Diveheart, and continues to be a respected leader in the disability and adaptive sports communities. Join us as we discuss: • Life after paralysis • Adaptive sports and recreation • Disability advocacy and accessibility • Transportation and outdoor access challenges • Building inclusive opportunities for hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts • The future of adaptive recreation This is an great conversation about resilience, independence, and proving that a disability doesn’t mean the adventure has to end. No matter how you get there, GET THERE. Alt Text: Promotional graphic for the Accessible Hunter Podcast featuring this week’s guest, Bill Bogdan. Bill is shown riding an adaptive recumbent handcycle on a paved trail while giving a thumbs-up and smiling. The Accessible Hunter Podcast logo appears on the left, with text reading: “This Week’s Guest Bill Bogdan – Disability Advocate • Outdoor Enthusiast • Community Leader.” The background features green and gold brush-stroke accents and an outdoor setting.

    58 min
  2. 27 May

    Dave Hansen

    THIS WEEK ON THE ACCESSIBLE HUNTER PODCAST 🎣 This week we talk with Dave Hansen — “The Unstoppable Sportsman.” After a life-changing injury left him paralyzed, Dave refused to give up the outdoors lifestyle he loved. Instead of rolling away from fishing, he created adaptive equipment that’s helping anglers across the country stay independent on the water. We’ll talk about: 🎣 Life before and after injury 🎣 Refusing to quit fishing 🎣 The creation of the Grip n Rip 🎣 Adaptive fishing independence 🎣 Real-world trial and error 🎣 Encouraging others after injury 🎣 What’s next for adaptive outdoor innovation Dave’s story is about perseverance, problem solving, and proving that disability does not define what you’re capable of doing outdoors. You don’t want to miss this one. You can also check out Dave’s adaptive fishing content here: 📱 The Unstoppable Sportsman Instagram #AccessibleHunter #AccessibleHunterPodcast #ALSOutdoorz #BeAdaptiveEquipment #BicknellBunchOutdoors #CampFreedom #DisabledHuntingPodcast #HopeOutdoors #HuntersSharingTheHarvest #MrHeater #NevinsHuntingFriends #PerserveranceOutdoors #RedefiningOutdoorAbilityWorldwide #ROAROUTDOORS #RupertsRoostInPeaceTurkeyCalls #SpartanWheelChariots #TheOutdoorCallRadio #TraplineBeardOil #VaWheelinSportsmen #WJVA #disabledhunting #adaptivehunting #huntingwithadisability #wheelchairhunting #AdaptiveFishing #TheUnstoppableSportsman #GripNRip #FishingLife #AdaptiveOutdoors #NoMatterHowYouGetThereGETTHERE

    51 min
  3. 20 May

    David Daw

    This week on the Accessible Hunter Podcast we’re joined by David Daw from Kingston, New York. David lives with muscular dystrophy and has become a powerful voice for accessibility, advocacy, and redefining independence. From navigating life after finally receiving a diagnosis, to learning to embrace the freedom his wheelchair gave him, David shares a raw and honest perspective that so many people need to hear. You may know David from his “Things My Wheelchair Saw Today” content, where he shines a light on the everyday accessibility barriers most people never even think about. He’s also a musician, guitar tech, creator, and advocate proving every day that disability does not define your purpose. We talk about:
🎙️ Living with muscular dystrophy
🎙️ The emotional journey of accepting a wheelchair
🎙️ Accessibility challenges in everyday life
🎙️ Fighting isolation and depression
🎙️ Advocacy and creating change in communities
🎙️ Redefining ability and finding purpose This is a real conversation about resilience, perspective, and pushing forward no matter what obstacles are in front of you. #AccessibleHunter #AccessibleHunterPodcast #MuscularDystrophy #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityAdvocacy #AdaptiveLiving #KingstonNY #InclusiveOutdoors #RedefiningAbility #NoMatterHowYouGetThereGETTHERE #ALSOutdoorz #BeAdaptiveEquipment #BicknellBunchOutdoors #CampFreedom #HopeOutdoors #HuntersSharingTheHarvest #MrHeater #NevinsHuntingFriends #PerserveranceOutdoors #RedefiningOutdoorAbilityWorldwide #ROAROUTDOORS #RupertsRoostInPeaceTurkeyCalls #SpartanWheelChariots #TheOutdoorCallRadio #TraplineBeardOil #VaWheelinSportsmen #ActionTrackchair #MusculardystrophyAssociation #MagicMobility #MagicMobilityXT4

    45 min

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Welcome to the Accessible Hunter podcast, where we talk about all things hunting, the great outdoors, life with a disability and meeting people where they are. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and the sport of hunting. That's why we're here, to provide information and resources to hunters with disabilities, so that they can safely and ethically pursue their passions.