The Way to Native Chronicles

A practical, real-world breakdown of one simple question many shooters wrestle with: how much time does reloading actually take… and is it worth it?

In this video, you’ll see two sides of the hunt come together. While I sit at a picnic table in the backyard breaking down a whitetail deer step by step, I’m also taking you back to the moment it was harvested—following my wife deep into the bush as she tracks, shoots, and then drags her […]

Many hunters have been taught that after shooting a deer or a moose, the very first thing you should do is walk up to the animal and cut its throat so it can bleed out. But is that actually necessary? In this video we take a careful look at one of the most common pieces […]

After more than 50 years of marriage to my wife Nikeeya and many seasons hunting together in the North, I have had the privilege of learning from people whose lives have long been connected to the land. In this video I share an observation that puzzled me for many years while hunting with members of […]

For many Canadians, especially those who grew up in rural areas, the Cooey .22 wasn’t just a rifle — it was a rite of passage. In this video, I take a close look at my own Cooey Winchester Model 600, the very first firearm I owned, and explore why rifles like this were once so […]

If you’ve never cooked wild game steak in an air fryer, this method may genuinely surprise you. Lean meats like moose, whitetail deer, and elk are easy to overcook, but this air fryer approach delivers results that are both unexpectedly good and incredibly consistent. Even better, it’s fast, simple, and requires very little fuss, making […]

In this video, we document the field dressing of a moose during a successful hunt carried out alongside First Nations hunters, including my wife. While much of the process may look familiar to experienced hunters, there is one specific part of the moose that her people intentionally remove and discard — a practice passed down […]

Discover one of Alberta’s best shooting facilities in this drone-filmed aerial tour of the Edson Fish & Game Association’s range near Edson, Alberta. If you’ve ever wondered what a well-designed, safely operated shooting range looks like—from handgun and shotgun areas to archery lanes and a rifle range stretching out to 1 mile (1,600 metres)—this video […]

Watch Nikeeya complete the final step of tanning a moose hide — smoking it the traditional Indigenous way. This is where skill, patience, and heritage come together to turn raw hide into a warm, supple leather product that First Nations have valued and relied upon for thousands of years. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could […]

Knowing how to properly remove the leg gland on a whitetail deer — or any large game — is an important step in making sure your venison tastes clean and fresh. In this video, I show you exactly where the gland is located and how to remove it quickly and safely in the field or […]

Join us on the trapline as we scout for moose, harvest a few grouse, and stumble across an abandoned trapper’s cabin — a quiet, surprising piece of life in the bush. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

Join us on a rugged, honest road-trip down Highway 40 from Highway 16 (near Hinton) to Robb, Alberta — a journey of wide skies, burned and green forests, river crossings, and things only seen from the side of the road. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not […]

Confused by Canada’s gun laws in 2025? You’re not alone. With the federal buyback program stalled, provinces pushing back, and online misinformation everywhere, it’s never been harder to know where you stand as a Canadian firearm owner. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

In this video, a group of seasoned trappers gather around for an in-depth lesson on the art of wolf trapping. As the instructor shares expert tips and proven techniques, the mood shifts when he reveals the most shocking thing he’s ever seen wolves eat in the wild—leaving the entire group stunned. You won’t believe what […]

As of May 30, 2025, Alberta has officially changed its hunting regulations to allow the use of .22 caliber center-fire rifles—such as .223 Remington and .22-250—for big game hunting. This video explores how far bullet technology has come since the original restriction was introduced back in 1981, and why modern bonded-core and monolithic projectiles now […]

Welcome to The Way To Native Chronicles — a journey through tradition, wilderness, and a 50 year bond between cultures. In this short trailer, discover what our channel is all about The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

What if the next wildfire comes for you? In this powerful video, we uncover a forgotten truth: wildfires weren’t always feared—they were managed with wisdom passed down through generations of Indigenous land stewards. The Way to Native ChroniclesYou could say I’m a Christian of Calvinist bent, and not a crowd-follower.

After hearing disturbing reports of break-ins at several trapping cabins in the region, I made the trip out to our remote trapline to find out if ours had been hit too. In this video, I take you along for the tense approach, not knowing what I’ll find—if anything is left at all. This is the […]

In this video, we take a hard look at the tangled mess that is Canada’s firearms legislation. From the 1995 criminalization of gun ownership to recent Orders in Council and Bill C-21, we break down how law-abiding firearms owners have been turned into criminals through bureaucratic overreach, shifting regulations, and political misdirection. Whether you’re a […]

Confused by Canada’s firearm storage and transport laws? You’re not alone. In this video, I break down the federal regulations—clearly and practically—while also answering the questions most presentations ignore. From trigger locks and gun safes to ammo storage, ATCs, and carrying firearms in the bush, this is the most complete guide you’ll find for lawful […]

In this video, we explore a bold idea: giving hunters better odds at moose, elk, or deer tags by rewarding legal harvest of predators like wolves and bears. With fewer tags being issued and hunters waiting years just for a chance, this incentive-based approach could help restore balance—and boost chances—for everyone. We break down calf […]

In this episode of The Way To Native Chronicles, we offer practical advice for senior hunters who want to keep enjoying the outdoors despite the challenges that come with age. From gear tips to pacing strategies, this video covers how to adapt your hunting approach to stay safe, capable, and connected to the land well […]

Federal Canadian politics and the outdoors might not seem connected, but for hunters, firearms owners, and outdoorsmen, decisions made in Ottawa are having a bigger impact than ever. By continually creating new restrictions and bans designed to completely outlaw firearms down the road, the government is making it harder to enjoy the traditions we love. […]

This video provides in-depth answers to the many questions people have when it comes to obtaining Authorizations To Carry handguns in Canada. A lot of misinformation has been circulated on this matter in the past, so prepare for some surprising answers and learn how common the issuance of ATCs actually is. The Way to Native […]