DSC’s Campfires with Larry Weishuhn is a unique blend of hunting, fishing, wildlife conservation and the outdoor lifestyle presented in a manner only a veteran outdoorsman/wildlife biologist can do. Weekly, join Larry and his special guests as they discuss current and past adventures, while also keeping the listener up to date with the goings on in the world of hunting and wildlife conservation.
DSC’s CAMPFIRES with Larry Weishuhn is a unique blend of hunting, fishing, conservation and the outdoor lifestyle. Learn from first hand stories told in an entertaining and informational fashion as only veteran outdoorsman Larry Weishuhn and his guests can do!
Larry sits down at the campfire with longtime friend, author, and professor Dr. Mike Arnold, recently named DSC Foundation’s Educator of the Year for 2026. The two visit about Mike’s lifetime of work in education and outdoor writing, then dive deep into his unforgettable hunt in the Scottish Highlands with Royal Outfitters UK. Mike recounts the toughness and magic of the mountains, pursuing hard-earned hill red stags during the rut, taking a younger stag for the larder and population control, and making the longest shot of his hunting career on an old warrior stag. He also shares the stories behind a trophy roebuck and a rare royal Sika stag, along with fascinating insights into Sika biology, behavior, and how hunters help manage deer numbers for Scotland’s massive forestry industry.
Along the way, Larry and Mike talk about the stark beauty and rich history of Europe, from castles to the famous “Harry Potter” Jacobite train, and how trips like these are ideal for both hunters and non-hunters alike. They wrap this portion of the conversation by touching on Mike’s ongoing writing projects, including new work that highlights how hunters around the world are solving human–wildlife conflicts through ethical, science-based conservation.
Topics in this episode include:
Dr. Mike Arnold honored as DSC Foundation Educator of the Year 2026
Challenging red stag hunting in the Scottish Highlands during the rut
Pursuing and taking a roebuck and royal Sika stag
How hunters support Scotland’s forestry and wildlife balance
The draw of European hunting: history, culture, and great adventures for hunters and non-hunters
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