EatWild 105 - Skydiving Into a Sheep Hunt - The Airborne Ram Adventure with Axel Lubeck

What does it take to hunt country so wild you have to jump out of a plane just to reach it? In this episode of the EatWild Podcast, I am sitting down with Axel Lubeck. Axel learned how to jump out of airplanes while serving in the Canadian military. He continued to develop his skills and passion for skydiving, working as a smoke jumper for Alberta Wildfire. Axels take us on the ultimate adventure hunt to one of the most remote areas in British Columbia, best reached by parachute. What started as a love for hunting in Alberta evolved into an 18-month plan to skydive into remote mountain country, pack raft out, and hunt sheep far beyond roads and trails. Axel breaks down the reality behind airborne expeditions: the preparation, the risk management, the teamwork, and the hard decisions that matter when you’re fully committed in wild places. We talk gear that actually changes what’s possible, how pack rafts are reshaping backcountry access, and why ethics and conservation matter even more when adventure gets extreme. This isn’t about shortcuts or adrenaline. It’s about earning access, respecting wild places, and pushing personal limits with intention. If you’ve ever wondered how far is too far — or what’s possible when preparation meets purpose — this one’s for you. You need to watch the Airborne Ram  Check out Airborne Expeditions  The iHunter App supports the Eatwild Podcast and other programs. It is an essential tool for the hunt. The app's mapping layers, navigation tools, and hunting regulations are all packed into it to provide you with the information you need for your next adventure. If you need game bags, knives or lightweight gear from a Canadian company, check out HUTO LIFESTYLE – HUTO Lifestyle Clothing & Apparel Stop in at Beere Brewing and take advantage of a 10% discount on your purchase. Use the code EATWILD10 on your next purchase. Beere makes a great selection of bright, crisp beers perfect for the patio or around the campfire. Seek Outside makes unique ultralight tents and packs for your next adventure. Use the discount code EATWILD on your next purchase. Please use this Seek Outside Affiliate link to let them know you heard about Seek Outside from our podcast.