From Bird Camp to Backcountry — Upland Hunting, Conservation & Community with Kellen Golightly

🌿 Episode Overview In a world filled with screens, noise, and constant distraction, Nature Bound invites you back outside. In this episode, Emanuel Rose sits down with Kellen Golightly, host of Bird Camp Radio, to explore upland hunting, conservation, mentorship, and why building a life—and a podcast—around what you love in the outdoors matters more than ever. From backcountry bird hunts in Utah to the power of community-driven outdoor storytelling, this conversation dives into how nature-centered living supports mental health, leadership, creativity, and long-term fulfillment. 🌲🎙️ 🎯 What You’ll Learn Why upland hunting fosters mentorship and community over competition How conservation and public land access impact outdoor culture The role of nature in improving mental health and leadership skills How to build a podcast around passion—and stick with it long term Practical insights on gear, preparation, and backcountry readiness 🧭 Featured Guest Kellen Golightly is an avid upland game hunter based in Honeyville, Utah, and the host of the Bird Camp Radio podcast. A communications student and outdoor storyteller, Kellen shares voices from across the U.S., Canada, and beyond—highlighting hunting traditions, conservation, and the relationships that keep outdoor culture alive. Episode Highlights The origin story behind Bird Camp Radio Upland hunting seasons, species, and terrain in Utah Conservation challenges and shrinking access to public lands Mentorship in the upland community and bringing new people outdoors Gear talk: vests, boots, food, and “oh 💥” backcountry essentials Why a “bad day” outdoors still beats a good day indoors 🔗 Connect and Explore More Connect with Emanuel Rose (Host): Website: https://emanuelrose.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emanuelroseauthor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmanuelRoseAuthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/b2b-leadgeneration/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmanuelRose_NatureBound Connect with Kellen Golightly (Guest): LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellen-golightly-207705271/ 📚 Further Reading or Resources 📖 Related Blog Post:https://emanuelrose.com/from-bird-camp-to-backcountry-leadership-lessons-in-upland-hunting/ 📘 Book by Emanuel Rose:https://emanuelrose.com/self-discovery/ 🌐 More from Emanuel Rose:https://emanuelrose.com/ 👍 Like this video if you believe the outdoors builds better humans 💬 Comment with your favorite upland species or backcountry essential 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on nature, leadership, and community 📤 Share this episode with someone who needs an excuse to get outside #NatureBound #GetOutside #OutdoorPodcast #UplandHunting #Conservation#HumanNatureConnection #OutdoorLife #BirdCampRadio #Mentorship#MentalHealthInNature #PublicLands #HuntingCommunity #LeadershipInNature