EP 203: The Future of Bowhunting: A Conversation with Kaleb Bell
In this episode of the Hunt Lift Eat podcast, we sit down with longtime team member and Colorado Bowhunters Association Chairman, Kaleb Bell. From discussing the evolution of the CBA to the importance of proactive conservation efforts, Kaleb dives into the challenges and victories that hunters and outdoorsmen face in Colorado and beyond. We cover the significance of water for herd health, the impact of policy changes on hunting rights, and the importance of uniting as a community to protect our outdoor heritage. Kaleb also shares exciting details about the upcoming CBA Banquet and how you can get involved in supporting bowhunting at the state and national levels.
If you’re passionate about preserving hunting traditions and outdoor advocacy, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
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Creators and Guests

Host
Carter Mckenzie
Carter grew up in North Georgia and from a young age had a passion for fishing and the outdoors. He was introduced to hunting as a freshman in college and had been hooked ever since. He has hunted in many states including black bear in Alaska, mule deer and antelope in Wyoming, ducks in Arkansas and North Dakota and most often, whitetail in his home state. With hunting has come a passion for cooking wild game and sharing it with others. Carter is a high school history teacher in John’s Creek, Ga where he teaches AP US history, AP Psychology, and World History. He also coaches several sports including cross country, tennis, and swim team. He lives on a small farm with his wife and 1 year old girl where gardening and self sufficiency are important.

Producer
Cole Ried
Cole grew up around the United States as an Army brat but spent most of his time in the DC metro area. Having grown up in the outdoors with camping and fishing from a young age, hunting didn’t come until recently in 2019. He has now hunted whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, and elk in various states such as Georgia, Colorado, Virginia, Wyoming, & Montana. Being a young hunter, Cole has spent time learning new ways to introduce game meat into his life and share it with others. Cole also has a passion of educating people on hunting and conservationism overall. Cole is currently pursuing his master’s degree in international affairs and political science while working for a private defense contracting firm based out of the DC Metro area. Cole, outside of hunting and fishing, enjoys training for half-marathons and spending time in his garden growing enough vegetables to share with his friends and family. Cole lives in South Carolina with his girlfriend and German Shorthaired Pointer.
