In this episode of the Wild Place Adventures Podcast, Bryce Bekar dives deep into the idea that not everything in life — or in the wild — is created equal. From physical preparation to mental resilience, from gear lessons to personal stories of loss and growth, Bryce explores how small struggles can prepare us for life’s toughest moments.

Drawing from his own experiences — from motocross and bungee jumps to grieving the loss of family at a young age — Bryce emphasizes the importance of pushing yourself, learning from mistakes, and investing wisely in both mindset and equipment. He shares hard-earned lessons about gear (like why cheap binoculars cost him more in the long run), the role of discomfort in building resilience, and why representing hunters and anglers ethically matters more than ever in today’s digital age.

Above all, this episode is about stewardship, preparation, and valuing the most finite resource we all have: time. Bryce closes with encouragement to get out this season — whether it’s geese, ducks, moose, or elk — and to always hunt and fish with your kids, not for them.

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