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Host Luke Barrett sits down with guests to discuss topics such as Wildland Firefighting, Forest Service, Montana, home brewed beer, hockey, fishing, hunting, outdoor recreation, mental health, and mindfulness.
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Host Luke Barrett sits down with the Great Justin Kaber! Now 3x Putt n Pull Champion! We talked about the success of the Wildland Firefighter Foundation Flathead Banquet, Putt n Pull fundraiser, and shared how much the Wildland Firefighter Foundation means to the Wildland Firefighter community.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Missoula Firefighter, Captain Ken Goodian. When Ken is not on shift serving the community he is coaching rugby, playing rugby, or traveling to a good scuba dive spot. Ken has played Rugby since College and now he coaches youth rugby. Ken still plays and is planning to play in this years Maggot Fest. When he is not serving his community through Firefighting and Rugby, Ken is traveling. Ken is a certified scuba diver and enjoys exploring the ocean.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by the Incredible Pat Shreffler at the Flathead Wildland Firefighter Banquet. Pat has over 50 years of fire experience and fire research. Pat discusses life before and after the Wildland Firefighter Foundation, tragedy fires, and fire behavior. He has dedicated his life to trying to prevent fire line-of-duty deaths. Pat could've hung up the boots a long time ago but he still feels he as work to do to keep our Firefighters safe!
Host Luke Barrett is joined by the Incredible Burk Minor, WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER FOUNDATION Co-founder & Executive Director. Burk has been caring for and supporting the wildland community, since the Storm King fire, in Colorado in 1994. Burk is the frontline responder for the Foundation whenever an incident arises. Burk is an expert at crisis management and is counted on by the wildland community for his knowledge, awareness and resources. A master relationship builder, fundraiser and strategist, his influence has created a thriving foundation, excellence among top tier charities and countless awards and recognition. His true colors shine when working with Incident Management teams and the Honor Guard to provide recognition to the fallen and injured. Burk has dedicated thirty plus years in wildland fire and is a voice for the boots on the ground and in the air.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Archeologist Emily Swett to tell the history behind Alta, the oldest surviving Forest Service Ranger Station in the United States, built in 1899.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by the Great Trina Moyles via phone interview. We discussed Lookout life in Canada, fire family, mental health, adventure, living with Bears and much more!
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Sarah Sue and Mike Lloyd co owners of Swift Current Farms. Swift Current Farms was born out of a passion for helping people, farming, mycelium, and community. Tune in to learn more about mushrooms, medicinal benefits, and also how they add flavor to a meal. If you enjoy please like and subscribe.
Host Luke Barrett travels to John Crawfords wood shop to talk with him about Lookouts, Lewis and Clark, the many books he's written, and building lookout towers.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Dancin' with the Rodeo Stars contestants, Callie Adams and Kaleb Barrett. Callie Adams is Director of Events for Montana Silversmiths and has been with Montana Silversmiths for 18 years. Kaleb Barrett is a Professional Bullfighter and RN. They are fired up and ready win the first ever Dancin' with the Rodeo Stars competition.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Lolo Hotshot, Player/Coach Roque Swenson. Roque has been a Wildland Firefighter for many years now and General Manager for the Wildlanders in the annual Fire & Ice Fundraiser Hockey tournament. Rogue coaches the JV team and plays for the Varsity Wildlanders. The Fire & Ice game is a great community event for a good cause that is also a really good time. Tune into this episode to hear more.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by the Legendary CJ to promote 3 amazing fundraiser events in beautiful Missoula Montana. The 105th Foresters' Ball, Fire on Ice Hockey Tournament, and the Putt & Pull Golf and Trap Shoot. The Foresters' Ball supports scholarships for Forestry Students, Fire on Ice Hockey tournament along with the Putt & Pull support firefighters and the amazing work of the Wild Land Firefighter Foundation.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Chief Push of the Foresters' Ball Jaiden and Foresters' Ball Publicity Officer Koson. As Chief Push Jaiden is responsible for planning and executing the Foresters' Ball she has a committee of 15 other UM students including Koson. As Publicity Officer Koson is tasked with promoting the Foresters' Ball and getting the word out about this great event. The Foresters' Ball is a one of a kind event and I highly recommend attending.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Artist Amber Jean. Amber has been declared one of "America's Woodworking Greats" and she was asked by the Prime Minster of Bhutan to carve in the retreat palace for their king. Her bronzes are cast from carved wood; such as the life-size bison sculpture at the Bozeman International Airport and the Fleischer Museum. Amber Jean was voted "Top 25" out of 1500 artists from 53 countries at Art Prize. She is one of ten women inducted into the Stetson Craftsman Alliance. Her work is featured on the "Wood Sculpting" TV series produced by DIY and the Oxygen Network "Pure Oxygen" show. Her palm-size animal sculptures cast in solid bronze are collected world-wide.
Luke Barrett is joined by older brother Kaleb Barrett for a Christmas Special. They discuss what Christmas means to them, family traditions, and the importance of gathering with friends and family sharing a meal. Kaleb Barrett is a long time PRCA Bullfighter, RN, and he also hiked to Ambrose Point Lookout.
Guest Host, Rene Eustace takes over the show and interviews the Host, Luke Barrett. Rene dives into Lukes fire career starting in 2008 for the Forest Service on the Butte/Jefferson Ranger District, 2013-2018 Smokejumping at NCSB, West Yellowstone, and Missoula. 2018 Fireman at Great Falls Fire Department. 2020-present back with the Forest Service. Plenty of stories and adventure woven into the exciting career of Firefighting.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Teresa North. Teresa caught the outdoor bug while attending college at University of Wyoming. She then joined the WCC (Wyoming Conservation Corps) which led her on the path to her Wildland Fire career. Teresa spent some time in Idaho on a type 2IA (initial attack) crew on Boise National Forest, Region 4 Hot Shot Crew out of the Great Basin, Northern Idaho State Engine, and currently Squad Boss for The Bitterroot Hot Shots. Teresa has had a full fitness life as well from Cross fit Regionals to competing in a half Iron Man in Long Beach California. We had a really good conversation, full of laughs, adventure and life stories. Please like and subscribe to help support the podcast.
Host Luke Barrett sits down with Outdoor Recreation Specialist Brand Browning. The conversation went from rescuing a one legged man in the Wilderness to outdoor recreation, skiing, mountain climbing, Teddy Roosevelt, and much more.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Archeologist Emily Swett who tells the true tale of gold, betrayal, and Murder! The story of the Magruder Massacre.
Host Luke Barrett is joined by Mike Sullivan Wildland Firefighter, Military Veteran, and self improvement pilgrim. We discussed Mike's military time, life in California, journey to Missouri, and the constant quest for self Improvement through Ju Jitsu, retreats, Go Ruck events, books, podcasts, and much more
Host Luke Barrett travels to Sula Peak Lookout to talk Archeology with James Verzuh and Lookout Sam Vaughn. Topics covered are archeology, archeological process, archeological finds, wild fire, archeologies role in wild fire, Indiana Jones, and much more.
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