Backcountry Safety for Hunters: What Every Woman Needs to Carry and Know

Learn how to stay safe, prepared, and confident in the backcountry—no matter the terrain or weather.Olympian, biathlete, firearms instructor, and trick shooter Lanny Barnes joins host Adrian to share real‑world safety insights from decades of high‑stress shooting, extreme cold exposure, and deep‑country hunting.Lanny breaks down what actually causes most backcountry emergencies, what to pack, how to prevent hypothermia and dehydration, and the mindset that saves lives when things go wrong. Her cautionary stories—from stabbing her thigh while quartering an elk to bonking at 12,000 feet—offer practical lessons for hunters and hikers of all levels.In this episode, you’ll learn:The most common dangers in backcountry huntsHow to prepare for rapid weather changes, terrain hazards, and cold exposureWhat should be in every day‑pack, including med gear and survival itemsHow to prevent (and recognize) dehydration, bonking, and hypothermiaWhy pack checks, mapping tools, and backup plans save livesThe training approach Lanny recommends for high‑altitude huntsSubscribe and join this exciting journey to explore, learn, and grow together in the outdoor world.Join the Ascend Instagram community at @duascend and http://www.ducks.org/ascend. The Ascend Podcast by Ducks Unlimited is Sponsored by:Dry Pocket.Visit drypocket.com and use promo code "ASCEND" for 25% off.Bird Dig Whiskey.Visit birddogwhiskey.com. Enjoy Responsibly! Oklahoma Joes.Visit oklahomajoes.com and use promo code "DUCKS10" for 10% off.