In this episode of the Truth From The Stand podcast, I’m joined by traditional bowhunter Chris Parrino—a guy who’s lived a hunting life most of us only dream about. We dig into the roots of his passion, from growing up in a blue-collar family to chasing grizzlies, moose, and polar bears with a stickbow.
Chris opens up about what it really takes to hunt at a high level with traditional gear—the failures, the close calls, and the quiet discipline behind decades of consistent success. We talk about the changing face of bowhunting, the importance of humility, and why doing it the hard way still matters. If you’re into wild places, serious challenges, and learning from a guy who’s been there and done it the right way, this is one you won’t want to miss.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM PODCAST 446
- How a blue-collar upbringing shaped his bowhunting path.
- Building his own bows and sticking with traditional gear.
- Grizzly, moose, and polar bear hunts – raw adventure.
- Chris explains why hunting stays a passion, not a profession.
- Technology has changed hunting—for better or worse.
- Solo hunts and failure taught him grit, patience, and perspective.
- His biggest hunts highlight the value of preparation and humility.
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