June 23, 2026

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In this week's episode I am joined by Kevin Cowan and Allen Franklin. In case you have not heard the news Kevin and his wife recently purchased the World Tree Dog Association from Mike Hamilton. Kevin is fired up about the future but wanted Allen to joine to be able to talk about the past and where WTDA came from as well. Kevin's vision is all about the growth of the sport and what its going to take to do just that. We had a great conversation not only looking to the future but Allen talks about Don and Lillie Moats who founded the WTDA. If you are a squirrel or coon hunter that loves eveything from the fellowship and camaraderie to intense, fast past competition you are going to want to check out what the WTDA has in store!

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