Hard Truths of Conservation
Season 2
Overview
Experiencing some of the world's most fearsome animals up close -- leopards, bison, cheetahs, and more -- Dan Cabela learns how these creatures play such vital roles on the planet, and how important it is to keep them protected.
Episodes
7. Resurfacing in the Everglades
Facing extinction in recent history, Dan Cabela investigates the conservation model behind the recovery of alligator populations in the heart of Florida.
8. Top of the Food Chain
Dan Cabela joins conservationists in unraveling the complexity of human wildlife conflict and the reality of living with Africa’s apex predator—the Lion. While the Cabela Family Foundation undertakes the largest ever lion translocation.
9. Sheep on the Mountain
Dan Cabela joins a team capturing and collaring bighorn sheep to track the success of a population that has been reintroduced.
10. Tropical Deer of Mexico
Dan travels to the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico to pursue a few species of deer - along the way he learns how this forest is protected by the hunting concession.
11. Bear Necessities
Dan participates in a bear hunt in Maine where black bear populations are high and management of the species is required - in addition to exploring the role hunter's dollars play in conserving the species in the State.
12. Spainish Icons
Dan joins a well-known outfitter with a long-standing family history in Spain to pursue some iconic species. In the process, he learns about the rich Spanish hunting tradition.
