Today, we’re joined by Bear Newcomb, an eight-generation Arkansan and passionate outdoorsman from the Ozark Mountains. Bear is a skilled hunter, trapper, and houndsman, with a talent for flint napping and crafting selfbows. Beyond his hands-on expertise, he’s also a forward-thinking conservationist, working full-time with The Meateater team while pursuing a degree in environmental science. Whether on The Bear Grease Render or The Meateater YouTube channel, Bear’s deep knowledge and respect for the outdoors make him a standout figure shaping the future of hunting and conservation. Find Bear at:  Instagram: @bearnewcomb Meateater: https://www.themeateater.com/people/bear-newcomb  Keep this podcast on the radio waves. Support our show partners: Polite But Dangerous Tools- Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10% off orders. https://politebutdangeroustools.square.site/ Vuni Gear- Use discount code “bowyer15” to save 15% off your order. https://vunigear.com/ Haven Tents - Use discount code “bowyer” to save 10%. www.haventents.com Selway Archery www.selwayarcheryproducts.com Organic Archery Bow Building School https://www.organicarchery.com/ Swiftwood Bows Bow Building Workshop https://swiftwoodbows.com/workshops