Hunters Are Losing Trust In Conservation Groups | HUNTR #318
Hunters Are Losing Trust In Conservation Groups | HUNTR #318  
Podcast: HUNTR
Published On: Tue May 19 2026
Description: In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we dive into one of the most honest and controversial conversations we’ve had about the current state of hunting and conservation. From growing frustrations with organizations like the NDA and NWTF to declining turkey populations, baiting, access issues, trail camera technology, and state-by-state wildlife management, this episode covers the topics hunters across the country are debating right now. Are hunters losing trust in conservation groups? Is modern technology changing hunting forever? And what actually needs to happen to protect the future of hunting? Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. 00:00 – Introduction & Green Up Updates07:32 – Hunters Losing Trust In Conservation Groups19:20 – Where NWTF Money Actually Goes27:12 – Why Turkey Populations Are Declining38:06 – The One-Buck Debate In Michigan46:31 – Politics vs Wildlife Biology52:40 – The Baiting Debate Gets Heated01:00:21 – Are Trail Cameras Changing Hunting?01:17:02 – The Biggest Problem Facing Hunters Today01:38:40 – Which States Manage Deer The Best?SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBEShop HUNTR Merch:https://wearehuntr.com/HUNTR Podcast is presented by:Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com (Code HUNTR for 20% off apparel)DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Predator Camo: https://www.predatorcamo.com/ (Code HUNTR for 20% off)Beast Broadheads: https://beastbroadheads.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Lone Wolf Custom Gear: https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off your first purchase)RackHub: https://www.rack-hub.com/huntr (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Pure Wildlife Blends: https://www.purewildlifeblends.com (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Primos: https://www.primos.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)HHA: https://www.hhasports.com/