{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited","title":"How Women Find Hunting Mentors, Group Hunts, and Trusted Outfitters","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1348,"description":"Learn how to find safe, welcoming hunting opportunities—even if you’ve never hunted before.\n\nAscend host Adrian Jessen sits down with Sisterhood of the Hunt co-founders Jaycey Stone and Laurel York, who have helped hundreds of women connect through guided hunting trips, outdoor adventures, and mentorship opportunities across the country.\nWhat started as a small group of 10 women quickly grew into a nationwide community hosting dozens of trips each year. In this episode, Jaycey and Laurel share how they evaluate outfitters, help beginners get started, build confidence in new hunters, and create spaces where women can learn, connect, and succeed in the outdoors without intimidation or gatekeeping.\nIn this episode, you’ll learn:\nHow to find reputable hunting outfitters and avoid red flags\nWhy group hunts can accelerate learning and confidence\nWhat complete beginners should know before booking their first hunt\nHow mentorship helps women break into hunting and fishing\nCommon mistakes people make when booking outfitted trips\nWhy community is often more important than experience\nFollow along with the Ascend community at @duascend or visit ducks.org/ascend.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rvKV-HpqqpvPlV_Qenn_UFO0lAzZ3dIe2XbjAE1Rl9A/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYmI2/N2Q2YWJiN2YyZjBk/YzY3MmViYjBiNzc1/ZjBjOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}