# Episode 38: A Pennsylvania Bird Hunter's Life with Aaron Hepler

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Podcast: [The Upland Social](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-upland-social-7344644)
Published: 2026-02-11T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theuplandsocial/episodes/Episode-38-A-Pennsylvania-Bird-Hunters-Life-with-Aaron-Hepler-e3etkcm
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Aaron Hepler has been drawn to the outdoors since he began hunting at 12 years old, a passion that also sparked his love for writing. A Pennsylvania native, he spends his free time bowhunting, chasing upland birds, fishing, camping, and hiking with his family. His relationship with God is paramount and believes that the created world is something to be cherished. He also holds that time spent outdoors builds not only better hunters and anglers, but better people. By day, Aaron works as an intensive care nurse, a demanding career that makes his time outside even more meaningful. Though he grew up around dogs, he didn’t hunt behind one until getting his first Labrador at 22. She became his trusted hunting partner for 14 seasons. After sadly losing her, Aaron and his wife welcomed two new pups into their home, including a French Brittany that introduced him to the world of pointing dogs. He’s developed a deep appreciation for the training process and the instinct-driven style of hunting behind a pointing breed. For Aaron, the outdoors is where memories are made, lessons are learned, and stories begin. Topics Covered: ​Moving from a flushing to a pointing breed ​Recent extreme weather impacts on wildlife ​Challenges in relationships with our dogs ​The pheasant stocking program in PA ​Aaron's future upland plans Connect with Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/incamp_podcast/ Proud Sponsors: Gundog Central Hunt Redi

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