# Bears | Ticks | Headlamps & Politics | May 19 2026

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Podcast: [Hunt Panel](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunt-panel-7129937)
Published: 2026-05-21T13:40:14+00:00
Episode link: https://kevinyp.podbean.com/e/bears-ticks-headlamps-politics-may-19-2026/
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## Resource

Join Kevin Toye, Landen Fidek, and Dragon as they explore recent bear encounters, safety tips in the backcountry, and delve into conspiracy theories about ticks and land access. This episode offers practical advice for outdoor enthusiasts and hunters, along with insights into current land management issues. Topics Bear Awareness: How to Stay Safe in the Backcountry Conspiracy Theory: Ticks in Boxes Merino VS Synthetic Battery or Rechargeable headlamps Why are hunting units shrinking? Chapters 00:00 Bear Encounters and Awareness11:20 Adrenaline-Pumping Bear Stories12:00 Staying Safe in Bear Country20:52 Hiking Safety and Bear Encounters23:24 Conspiracy Theories and Lyme Disease26:39 The Impact of Mild Winters on Tick Populations30:33 Merino vs. Synthetic Clothing for Outdoor Activities37:04 Battery vs. Rechargeable Headlamps39:14 The Importance of Reliable Gear42:31 Hunting Unit Shrinkage: Causes and Consequences50:02 Tribal Land and Hunting Rights56:24 Race-Based Laws and Their Impact01:02:20 Resource Extraction and Public Land Access "CLICK FOR MORE" https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsZb0LD7nUPxAShIMFtgmJl5z84eQa1Gv&si=jE-W6emvzSBGE9VK

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