Welcome back to the Soul Summit Podcast – Presented by Her Outdoor Journey and proudly sponsored by Maven Optics, Bakcou E-Bikes, HOYT Archery, onX Maps, and Sawyer Products! 🌲🦌

In this episode, Courtney Prete takes us deep into the world of shed hunting, focusing on her home turf—Western Oregon—and her pursuit of blacktail deer antlers. She opens up about how this outdoor passion has brought joy, connection to the outdoors, a mental and physical boost, and how training a shed hunting dog has elevated her experience shed hunting.

Courtney shares practical advice for anyone looking to get started or level up in their shed hunting game—from understanding animal behavior and reading terrain to using the right gear and gridding your search. She also dives into the ethical side of hunting, emphasizing the importance of respecting wildlife and knowing your local regulations.

Whether you’re just curious about shed hunting or already hooked, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration to help you explore the outdoors with more intention and awareness.

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