This week on the Mindful Hunter Podcast, I dive into the controversy surrounding hunting influencer Ryan Lampers and the recent wildlife violation charges filed against him.
Weβll break down:
- The details of the allegations (mule deer, mountain lion, wolf)
- What this means for hunters, conservation, and the companies who partnered with him
- Why integrity, responsibility, and transparency matter in the hunting community
β οΈ Important: These are only allegations β Ryan has not been convicted of anything. This discussion is about principles, ethics, and the bigger picture of hunting culture.
I also cover your Q&A questions on gear, elk hunting strategy, backpacks, bullet choice, and more.
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0:00 β Intro: Mountain goat hunt recap & upcoming film
1:16 β Why Iβm doing a Q&A episode
1:52 β The Ryan Lammers controversy & wildlife charges
3:24 β Breaking down the charges: deer, lion & wolf
7:08 β Does Ryan owe hunters an explanation?
11:02 β What this means for hunting companies & sponsors
15:23 β Incentives, social media & the pressure on hunters
18:36 β Do past accomplishments get tainted?
22:14 β Public figures, accountability & second chances
25:11 β My personal reflections on integrity & content creation
27:15 β Transition into Q&A
28:19 β Glassing tarps: waste or worth it?
34:01 β Best states to build elk points affordably
35:26 β Training & rehab after a torn meniscus
39:08 β Crossbows: ethical or unfair advantage?
41:51 β Best backcountry solar panels
43:42 β My elk hunting & calling strategies
48:09 β Prairie mule deer tactics in featureless country
52:01 β My current weight & fitness goals
52:30 β Storm-worthy backcountry tents
55:09 β Local vs overseas gear manufacturing
59:40 β Why my goat hunt partner bailed (coming in Full Circle film)
1:00:23 β Top gear surprises of 2025 so far
1:01:27 β Backcountry bathroom etiquette
1:03:07 β How the βShoot to Huntβ course changed my shooting confidence
1:03:58 β Mental toughness vs physical fitness in mountain hunts
1:06:15 β Why I prefer highly fragmenting bullets
1:09:17 β Updated tent vs tent thoughts
Jay Nichol
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