Hunting Matters is an award-winning podcast celebrating the wonders of the great outdoors.Join host Joe Betar, Executive Director of<a href="https://hscfdn.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Houston Safari Club Foundation</a>, as he delves into captivating discussions with a diverse array of guests. From hunting and fishing to sport shooting, conservation, policy, and even culinary arts, this podcast covers it all. Available on all major podcast platforms—subscribe, listen, rate, and review!
Hunting Matters With Joe Betar
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Hunting Matters is an award-winning podcast celebrating the wonders of the great outdoors.Join host Joe Betar, Executive Director of<a href="https://hscfdn.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Houston Safari Club Foundation</a>, as he delves into captivating discussions with a diverse array of guests. From hunting and fishing to sport shooting, conservation, policy, and even culinary arts, this podcast covers it all. Available on all major podcast platforms—subscribe, listen, rate, and review!
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Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
Episode 260: Bridging Forestry, Law, and Hunting with Jake Hill of Orion Permit Co.
In this episode of "Hunting Matters," we are joined by Jake Hill, a past recipient of the HSCF-Dan L Duncan scholarship, wildlife biologist, forester, hunter, and conservationist extraordinaire. We dive into Jake’s passionate journey across multiple disciplines in the wildlife, hunting, and conservation sectors, focusing on his extensive background that spans from research and field management to law and policy.<br /><br />The discussion details Jake’s extensive educational and professional background, from earning his B.S. in Forestry with an emphasis in Forest-Wildlife Management from Stephen F. Austin State University to obtaining his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Texas Tech University School of Law. Jake shares how his credentials as an Associate Wildlife Biologist® and Candidate Certified Forester have shaped his approach to conservation, alongside his experience working across the globe with private consulting firms, wildlife non-profits, and state agencies. We explore how his legal training complements his field experience as he prepares to sit for the bar exam in July 2026.<br /><br />Finally, we explore Jake's entrepreneurial venture as the founder and owner of Orion Permit Co., which provides wildlife and trophy permitting services for hunters seeking to import trophies back into the United States. We discuss the complexities of navigating the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and CITES permitting processes, common pitfalls to avoid, and the biggest policy challenges facing wildlife conservation today. Jake shares powerful insights into the future of forest-wildlife systems, addresses misconceptions surrounding the hunting community, and offers inspiring advice for young professionals looking to build meaningful careers in natural resources.<br /><br /><b>Learn more about Jake's work and Orion Permit Co.: </b><br />Website: <a href="https://www.orionpermitco.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.orionpermitco.com/</a><br />Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jake.hill.728531/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/jake.hill.728531/</a><br /><br /><b>Houston Safari Club Foundation:</b><br /><a href="https://wehuntwegive.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://wehuntwegive.org/</a>
June 22, 2026
Episode 259: The Return of the Texas Black Bear with Researcher Matthew Hewitt
In this episode of "Hunting Matters," we are joined by Matthew Olton Hewitt, a Dan L Duncan-HSCF Scholarship recipient, Black Bear Researcher, and Ph.D. Candidate at Sul Ross State University. We dive into Matt's passionate journey as a wildlife biologist and his vital research with the Borderlands Research Institute, focusing on the remarkable natural recovery and population dynamics of black bears in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas.<br /><br />The discussion details Matt’s extensive educational and professional background, from growing up in Kingsville, Texas, to earning his degrees and working with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife on black-tailed deer and Roosevelt elk projects. Matt shares how his early exposure to the outdoors shaped his career path and how his master's work on kit fox distribution paved the way for his current doctoral research. We explore the fascinating history of black bears in Texas, including their total extirpation by the 1950s and their incredible, natural recolonization from northern Mexico starting in the late 1990s.<br /><br />Finally, we explore the cutting-edge methodologies and technologies Matt uses to estimate bear numbers across vast, rugged landscapes, including trail cameras, genetics, and GPS collars. We discuss the growing challenges of human-bear interactions as these populations expand, and how landowners, hunters, and local communities can practically co-exist with and support these magnificent predators. Matt shares powerful insights into the future of Texas wildlife conservation and offers inspiring advice for the next generation of wildlife biologists.<br /><br /><b>Learn more about Matt's work and the Borderlands Research Institute:</b><br /><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://bri.sulross.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bri.sulross.edu/</a></li><li>Instagram: @borderlandsresearchinstitute</li></ul><br /><b>Houston Safari Club Foundation: </b><br /><ul><li><a href="https://wehuntwegive.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://wehuntwegive.org/</a></li></ul>
June 15, 2026
Episode 258: Adventure Hunting, Legacy, and Life Planning with Gib Surles
In this episode of "Hunting Matters," we are joined by Gib Surles, an avid outdoorsman, dedicated conservation supporter, and the Principal and Founder of The Forrest Group, L.L.C. in Houston, Texas. We dive into Gib's impressive multi-decade career specializing in wealth transfer and business succession planning, alongside his deep-rooted passion for family, legacy, and the outdoor community.<br /><br />The discussion details Gib’s extensive professional journey, from joining New York Life Insurance Company in 1985 to serving as President of multiple prestigious industry councils, including Finseca and the Agent’s Advisory Council. Gib shares how his strategic mindset and dedication to helping business owners protect what they have built shape his approach to life planning. We explore how his Aggie roots and his deep commitment to his growing family—including his wife, children, and grandchildren—have anchored his perspective on what matters most.<br /><br />Finally, we explore Gib's incredible hunting adventures across the globe, from hunting his lease in Webb County, Texas, to pursuing Ibex in Spain, Dall sheep in Canada, and preparing for an upcoming Grizzly hunt in Alaska with his son. We discuss his core philosophy of "Don't Wait," highlighting why people shouldn't delay their dreams, whether it involves family experiences, estate planning, or giving back through organizations like Hunters for the Hungry. Gib shares powerful insights on how the discipline of the outdoors translates into business, the importance of preservation, and how to successfully transition a lasting legacy to the next generation.<br /><br /><b>Learn more about The Forrest Group, L.L.C. and Gib's work:</b><br /><b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.theforrestgroupllc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.theforrestgroupllc.com</a><br /><br /><b>Houston Safari Club Foundation: </b><a href="https://wehuntwegive.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://wehuntwegive.org/</a>
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