175 episodes

For 44 years, I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. I invite you to join me for a nostalgic and sometimes revealing look back through the trials and tribulations of a freelance outdoor writer.

Ron Spomer Outdoors Ron Spomer

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For 44 years, I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. I invite you to join me for a nostalgic and sometimes revealing look back through the trials and tribulations of a freelance outdoor writer.

    Kamchatka Bear Hunt

    Kamchatka Bear Hunt

    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! In this episode, I recount a bear hunting trip I went on in Kamchatka.

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    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 32 min
    Bear Advice With A Master Alaskan Guide

    Bear Advice With A Master Alaskan Guide

    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! I sit down with Phil Shoemaker and discuss bears and bear protection.

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    Website: https://ronspomeroutdoors.com/
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    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 56 min
    The BEST Bear Defense Options - Myths vs Facts

    The BEST Bear Defense Options - Myths vs Facts

    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! Bears, bears, bears. It seems we can't get enough of bears. And it being spring and bear season, well, that hiking and camping season coming right up. There are a lot of people who are worried about bears because they're going to be out in bear country. So we thought we would do a lot of things about bears in the next month or so, including this podcast in which we answer some basic questions about what is good bear protection, and that includes just about anything that would keep you safe from a, shall we say, prospecting bear. So we are going to read a few comments from you good folks you have sent in in response to some of the videos that we have already done on bear protection handguns. Best bear hunting rifles, best cartridges, and all that sort of stuff.

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    Links:
    Website: https://ronspomeroutdoors.com/
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    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Answering ALL Your Questions About The 7mm

    Answering ALL Your Questions About The 7mm

    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! In this episode, I answer your questions about the 7mm.

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    Use Code RSO10 at check out for either Diamond Blade Knives or Knives of Alaska and get 10% off at checkout.
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    Links:
    Website: https://ronspomeroutdoors.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronspomeroutdoors
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronspomer/

    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    Is The 458 Lott The BEST All Around Cartridge?

    Is The 458 Lott The BEST All Around Cartridge?

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    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! Well, you're going to love this one. Is the 458 Lott a good all-around hunting cartridge? Someone has got a tip for helping all of us clean our rifles without ruining our scopes. That's going to be fun. And guess what? I actually helped someone shoot tighter groups. We're going to cover all that and more on this episode of the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast. 

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    Affiliate Links - help support the channel at no additional charge to you
    Use Code RSO10 at check out for either Diamond Blade Knives or Knives of Alaska and get 10% off at checkout.
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    Links:
    Website: https://ronspomeroutdoors.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronspomeroutdoors
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronspomer/

    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 59 min
    How To Handle 6.5 Creedmoor Fanboys

    How To Handle 6.5 Creedmoor Fanboys

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    Welcome to the Ron Spomer Outdoors Podcast! In this episode, I cover how to handle 6.5 Creedmoor fanboys, where to find a good single-shot rifle, and what it is with the bells I've been ringing?

    Buy My 7mm Book: 
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    Use Code RSO10 at check out for either Diamond Blade Knives or Knives of Alaska and get 10% off at checkout.
    https://www.diamondbladeknives.com/
    https://www.knivesofalaska.com/Home


    Links:
    Website: https://ronspomeroutdoors.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronspomeroutdoors
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronspomer/

    Who is Ron Spomer
    For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion – the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me – from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.

    Produced by: Red 11 Media - https://www.red11media.com/

    Disclaimer
    All loading, handloading, gunsmithing, shooting and associated activities and demonstrations depicted in our videos are conducted by trained, certified, professional gun handlers, instructors, and shooters for instructional and entertainment purposes only with emphasis on safety and responsible gun handling. Always check at least 3 industry handloading manuals for handloading data, 2 or 3 online ballistic calculators for ballistic data. Do not modify any cartridge or firearm beyond what the manufacturer recommends. Do not attempt to duplicate, mimic, or replicate anything you see in our videos. Firearms, ammunition, and constituent parts can be extremely dangerous if not used safely.
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    • 1 hr 4 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
206 Ratings

206 Ratings

Chuck Ackley ,

Ron is an American treasure

Easily one of my favorite all around hunter, writer, podcaster, story-teller, and role model.

Ron is always fun to watch or listen to, and if you pay attention you can learn a thing or two.

He’s a role model and good influence for hunters new and old, and his philosophy of hunt honest and shoot straight should be introduced to the younger generation.

Thanks Ron!

Keep doing what you’re doing! We’re listening!

Your friend in the field,

Charles Ackley

harrystriklyn ,

Firearm Edutainment at its Finest

The algorithm actually did its job for good and suggested this podcast 🤖
Superb content drawn from Ron’s personal experiences and not marketing bucks! 🤠
Love learning and listening while outdoors.

Matt from county ,

Awesome podcast

I learn a ton from this podcast! Ron is crazy knowledgeable and just a humble and happy guy. Love Ron and the podcast. Ron has a such a cool perspective on hunting and conservation and shares it so well. Ron is inclusive and a great mentor

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