Paige Bauer

EP #97 Imagine going from city streets to the wild, chasing deer with a crossbow at 31, and building a life rooted in hunting, trapping, and landownership—all while inspiring others along the way. Paige Bauer’s story is one of transformation, proving that it’s never too late to find your true calling and that passion can change everything.

In this episode, Paige, a former military woman and city girl from Detroit, shares her remarkable journey into the hunting world. From her unlikely start in trapping raccoons, her first deer kill at 31, to building her dream log cabin in Alabama, Paige reveals how she embraced a lifestyle full of adventure, community, and self-discovery. Discover how she navigates the challenges of learning new skills like coyote trapping and waterfowl hunting—and how social media turned her into a trusted voice in the outdoor community.

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