Ep 146: Ben Meadows: Dorsal Outdoors & A Born Retriever

Join us for an exciting return conversation with Ben Meadows on The Storied Outdoors podcast! Ben is an avid outdoorsman, storyteller, and the driving force behind Dorsal Outdoors. Known for his passion for fly fishing, hunting, conservation, and capturing outdoor adventures through storytelling, Ben is truly our kind of people.

In this episode, we dive deep into Ben’s latest project—a powerful new YouTube series from Dorsal Outdoors called Born Retriever. This six-part series follows Ben’s journey as he trains his family Labrador, Riggins, from couch potato to fully-trained duck and upland hunting dog. Ben shares the challenges, triumphs, and valuable life lessons that come with training a dog for hunting, while also exploring the bond between hunter and retriever.

We discuss the importance of documenting outdoor stories, behind-the-scenes moments from the Born Retriever series, and why this series is so meaningful to Ben. He opens up about the reflection process in Part 6 of the series, the lost opportunities with Riggins that he sought to redeem, and what he’s learned from the experience. Ben also shares the dream projects Dorsal Outdoors is working on next and how listeners can support their mission to tell more outdoor stories.

Whether you’re a hunter, dog lover, or simply passionate about outdoor adventure, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Grab your favorite camp chair, sit back, and join us for an engaging conversation with Ben Meadows on The Storied Outdoors podcast.

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