074 The Ellises – Father & Son Game Wardens

Lee Ellis knew he wanted to be a South Carolina game warden from the time he was a teenager. His son Hunter considered a few different occupations before realizing his destiny was in his father’s footsteps. Listen as they discuss their respective career paths, the unique benefits and challenges of growing up in a game warden family, and the changes they’ve each seen through the years. They may be Captain and Officer, but at the end of the day, they’re family.  Our Sponsors:  Thin Green Line Podcast Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: Not the first South Carolina father/son warden team Hunter always wanted to be a game warden… sort of Not a lot of dads can say they work with their kids Perseverance paid off for Lee The Swiss army knife of law enforcement Shrimp baiting It’s all about preserving nature Education and enforcement go hand in hand Take One Make One program Non-traditional law enforcement role; it’s a lifestyle, not a job Family support is essential Cat and mouse Everyone knows the game warden Adapt using technology, but keep your roots How to catch an alligator President of International Wildlife Crimestoppers Hosting the 2021 IWC conference Telling wardens’ stories is key Promoting positive interactions Encouraging the next generation Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Social Media: Stacey DesRoches Find More Here: Website Apple Podcasts Spotify Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Twitter Spreadshirt Stitcher Tunein Megaphone YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices