This photo is Ron in 1989 with his Idaho California bighorn ram — one of those unforgettable hunts from his younger backcountry days.
He may not be pounding the steepest, roughest country like he did back then, but make no mistake — Ron is still hunting, still learning, and still out there. Same respect for the animals, same love for the land, just a few more years of wisdom added in.
There are two days left to vote in the Gundies for Best Outdoorsman thegundies.com/.. Many of you have already voted, and we’re incredibly grateful. If you feel like cheering him on one more time, voting is open through December 16 — but truly, no pressure at all.
Sharing a couple more classic photos of Ron — one packing out a mule deer decades ago and another from a quiet campfire on the river. These moments really capture who he’s always been: living the outdoor life with honesty, grit, and a whole lot of heart.
Thank you to everyone who has already voted for him for Best Outdoorsman in the Gundies. We appreciate it more than you know. I don’t want to keep asking, so please just take this as a heartfelt thank-you.
If you do feel like cheering him on, voting stays open until December 16 — but truly, we appreciate you whether you vote or not.
Hi friends, it’s Betsy.I’m sharing two photos of Ron from his younger days and one from today. The gear changes and the years add up, but his commitment to honest outdoor storytelling never has. Ron has been nominated again for Best Outdoorsman at the thegundies.com/. He would never ask for votes himself, but if you feel he’s earned it over a lifetime of hunting, teaching, and sharing knowledge, you can vote once a day through December 16.
While you’re voting, here are a few of our favorites in the other categories this year: • Top 2A Writer: Ryan Domke Best Podcast: “The Big Game Hunting Podcast” King of the Hill: Who_TEE_WHO Best Gun Reviewer: Backfire No pressure — just cheering on good people who deserve the recognition.
Great news — Ron has been nominated again for Best Outdoorsman at the Gundies Awards. Thanks to you, he won last year, and we’d love to make it happen again. You can vote once a day until December 16. Votes reset at midnight EST. Vote for Ron here: thegundies.com/ And while you’re there, check out a few other categories we love: • Top 2A Writer - Ryan Domke • Best Podcast of the Year - The Big Game Hunting Podcast or The Backcountry Podcast Ron’s way too humble to ask for votes himself, so thank you for backing him and supporting this community. Let’s make it another great year!
We're hosting our next Virtual Hangout on Wednesday, October 29 at 7 PM MST, and you're invited if you're on Patreon Tier 3 or higher.
These live meetups are one of my favorite parts of Patreon. It's where we go deep on hunting tactics, rifles, cartridges, gear, and answer your questions directly. It's casual, interactive, and always a good time.
If you enjoy the YouTube channel but want more behind-the-scenes access and live conversation, this is a great place to start.
I’ve hunted all over the world but there’s something about Africa that keeps pulling me back. If you’ve ever dreamed of going on safari but weren’t sure where to start, I’d love to help.
This Thursday at 7PM MST, Betsy and I are hosting another live virtual campfire chat for all my Tier 3+ Patreon supporters. We’ll walk through everything you need to know to plan a safari, from choosing the country and outfitter to what kind of gear, bullets, and travel logistics to expect. I’ll also share some stories and advice from my time in the bush.
And yes, we’re doing another giveaway during the meetup. If you’re in Tier 3 or higher, you’ll be automatically entered to win gear from @midwestgunworks and Real Avid, a signed copy of my Predator Hunting book, and more.
Going Live Tonight for a Private Hangout - Want to Join Us?
🕖 7PM MST | Tier 3, 4, and 5 Patreon Members Only
Hey friends,
Tonight’s the night! I’ll be going live at 7PM MST for a private virtual hangout with Tier 3 Patreon members, and I’d love to see you there.
It’s going to be a laid-back, campfire-style chat. I’ll be answering your questions live, telling a few stories from the field, and just enjoying some real conversation with folks who love the outdoors as much as I do.
Everyone who joins will also be entered to win a signed copy of Predator Hunting and a Knives of Alaska Alpha Wolf knife.
Still time to join if you’d like to be part of it. Just upgrade to Tier 3 on Patreon and we’ll get you the link!
Betsy's campaign worked. Thanks to her alerts and to all fans of RonSpomerOutdoors.com, Grandpa Ron was voted Best Outdoorsman at the 2025 Gundies awards gala during the SHOT Show in Vegas. I wasn't on board with all this until I realized what an honor it was to be supported by all the good folks who tune in to listen, watch, and read our content. From that perspective I now realize how special this Gundie award is. A heart felt thank you to all of you who support and inspire me to keep on sharing what little I've learned over a lifetime of hunting, shooting, and outdoor adventure. Let's see what we can uncover in 2025!
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Hi everyone, Betsy here.
This photo is Ron in 1989 with his Idaho California bighorn ram — one of those unforgettable hunts from his younger backcountry days.
He may not be pounding the steepest, roughest country like he did back then, but make no mistake — Ron is still hunting, still learning, and still out there. Same respect for the animals, same love for the land, just a few more years of wisdom added in.
There are two days left to vote in the Gundies for Best Outdoorsman thegundies.com/.. Many of you have already voted, and we’re incredibly grateful. If you feel like cheering him on one more time, voting is open through December 16 — but truly, no pressure at all.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us.
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Hi everyone, Betsy here!
Sharing a couple more classic photos of Ron — one packing out a mule deer decades ago and another from a quiet campfire on the river. These moments really capture who he’s always been: living the outdoor life with honesty, grit, and a whole lot of heart.
Thank you to everyone who has already voted for him for Best Outdoorsman in the Gundies. We appreciate it more than you know. I don’t want to keep asking, so please just take this as a heartfelt thank-you.
If you do feel like cheering him on, voting stays open until December 16 — but truly, we appreciate you whether you vote or not.
Betsy
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Hi friends, it’s Betsy.I’m sharing two photos of Ron from his younger days and one from today. The gear changes and the years add up, but his commitment to honest outdoor storytelling never has.
Ron has been nominated again for Best Outdoorsman at the thegundies.com/. He would never ask for votes himself, but if you feel he’s earned it over a lifetime of hunting, teaching, and sharing knowledge, you can vote once a day through December 16.
While you’re voting, here are a few of our favorites in the other categories this year:
• Top 2A Writer: Ryan Domke
Best Podcast: “The Big Game Hunting Podcast” King of the Hill: Who_TEE_WHO
Best Gun Reviewer: Backfire
No pressure — just cheering on good people who deserve the recognition.
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Great news — Ron has been nominated again for Best Outdoorsman at the Gundies Awards. Thanks to you, he won last year, and we’d love to make it happen again.
You can vote once a day until December 16. Votes reset at midnight EST.
Vote for Ron here: thegundies.com/
And while you’re there, check out a few other categories we love:
• Top 2A Writer - Ryan Domke
• Best Podcast of the Year - The Big Game Hunting Podcast or The Backcountry Podcast
Ron’s way too humble to ask for votes himself, so thank you for backing him and supporting this community.
Let’s make it another great year!
Betsy
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Want to Hang Out Live and Talk Hunting?
We're hosting our next Virtual Hangout on Wednesday, October 29 at 7 PM MST, and you're invited if you're on Patreon Tier 3 or higher.
These live meetups are one of my favorite parts of Patreon. It's where we go deep on hunting tactics, rifles, cartridges, gear, and answer your questions directly. It's casual, interactive, and always a good time.
If you enjoy the YouTube channel but want more behind-the-scenes access and live conversation, this is a great place to start.
➡️ Join Tier 3+ here: www.patreon.com/RonSpomerOutdoors
Once you're in, you’ll get access to the link.
Hope to see you there.
— Ron
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I’ve hunted all over the world but there’s something about Africa that keeps pulling me back. If you’ve ever dreamed of going on safari but weren’t sure where to start, I’d love to help.
This Thursday at 7PM MST, Betsy and I are hosting another live virtual campfire chat for all my Tier 3+ Patreon supporters. We’ll walk through everything you need to know to plan a safari, from choosing the country and outfitter to what kind of gear, bullets, and travel logistics to expect. I’ll also share some stories and advice from my time in the bush.
And yes, we’re doing another giveaway during the meetup. If you’re in Tier 3 or higher, you’ll be automatically entered to win gear from @midwestgunworks and Real Avid, a signed copy of my Predator Hunting book, and more.
If you’re not in Tier 3 yet, now’s a good time to jump in. www.patreon.com/c/RonSpomerOutdoors
See you around the fire
-Ron
📅 May 29th
🕖 7PM MST
💻 Patreon Tier 3+ only
🎁 Live giveaway during the meetup
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Going Live Tonight for a Private Hangout - Want to Join Us?
🕖 7PM MST | Tier 3, 4, and 5 Patreon Members Only
Hey friends,
Tonight’s the night! I’ll be going live at 7PM MST for a private virtual hangout with Tier 3 Patreon members, and I’d love to see you there.
It’s going to be a laid-back, campfire-style chat. I’ll be answering your questions live, telling a few stories from the field, and just enjoying some real conversation with folks who love the outdoors as much as I do.
Everyone who joins will also be entered to win a signed copy of Predator Hunting and a Knives of Alaska Alpha Wolf knife.
Still time to join if you’d like to be part of it. Just upgrade to Tier 3 on Patreon and we’ll get you the link!
👉 patreon.com/c/RonSpomerOutdoors
Hope to see you tonight,
—Ron
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Betsy's campaign worked. Thanks to her alerts and to all fans of RonSpomerOutdoors.com, Grandpa Ron was voted Best Outdoorsman at the 2025 Gundies awards gala during the SHOT Show in Vegas. I wasn't on board with all this until I realized what an honor it was to be supported by all the good folks who tune in to listen, watch, and read our content. From that perspective I now realize how special this Gundie award is. A heart felt thank you to all of you who support and inspire me to keep on sharing what little I've learned over a lifetime of hunting, shooting, and outdoor adventure. Let's see what we can uncover in 2025!
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Ron made the top 5 for Best Outdoorsman category for the Gundies award. Thank you to everyone who voted!
Betsy
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Hope you can join us as we walk through the new year! Merry Christmas!
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