High Country and Handmade: Stories of the western craft and way of life

A podcast that explores everything from my leather work to my hounds, the outdoors and anything else we can think up. A mix of me rambling and guests that hold the spotlight will make for an entertaining listen. I only have one guarantee, at some point you will ask WTF is he thinking. Come along for the ride!!

High Country and Handmade: Stories of the western craft and way of life is a technology podcast hosted by Standing S Leather (frsievers77@icloud.com), with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Standing S Leather (frsievers77@icloud.com) hosts High Country and Handmade: Stories of the western craft and way of life, a technology show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #35

  Adam Dumbrowski: Skki knives From Backyard Forge to 70K Views: A Knife-Maker's Wild Ride

  Sep 24, 20261h 35mS1

  A little bit of something for everyone in this episode as Adam Dumbrowski of Skki Knives shares his journey from learning bladesmithing as a teen to serving with the 101st, starting a custom knife business out of his parents' basement, and finding sudden social media success. The episode covers knife-making techniques, business decisions like drops vs. custom orders, and practical marketing tips that helped his Instagram grow. Beyond craft, the conversation explores creativity, the impact of technology and AI, mental focus, hunting dogs and training, and larger cultural questions—an honest, wide-ranging talk for makers, creators, and curious listeners.  Thanks to all of our listeners and followers. Please share, like, subscribe and comment where you can.  https://www.instagram.com/highcountryandhandmade?stkn=NmZrZjZtOHBzY2h5&utm_source=qr https://www.instagram.com/standing_s_leather?stkn=ZnZnNDNpZ2ZyN2M3&utm_source=qr

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  Episode #34

  Training, Breeding & Leatherwork: Inside Two Hound Cultures

  Sep 18, 20262h 6mS1

  Eric (Nordic Tales and American Trails) and Frank (High Country and Handmade) share a cross-posted episode exploring dog hunting across Sweden and the U.S. This is a very special episode to me, I learned a bunch and in my view, gained a new friend. We cover breeds (Laikas, blue ticks, plot hounds, Karelian), seasons and regulations, training approaches, solo vs. pack hunting, and Frank's leatherworking and breeding perspectives. Thank you for your support, please hit all the buttons and share us with your friends. https://open.spotify.com/show/0S6FLXVhVbXXD802ws5j1w?si=WGPjV6DuRPmxCHb7ak0HyA&utm_source=copy-link https://www.instagram.com/standing_s_leather?stkn=ZnZnNDNpZ2ZyN2M3&utm_source=qr https://www.instagram.com/highcountryandhandmade?stkn=NmZrZjZtOHBzY2h5&utm_source=qr

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  Episode #33

  Traps, Tactics and Tough Choices: A Coyote Trapper’s Unfiltered Story

  Sep 10, 20261h 37mS1

  Mr McNasty himself joins us again to discuss predator control: why targeted, preventative work matters for livestock and wildlife, especially during drought and fawn season. The conversation covers the impacts of coyotes, bobcats, wolves and grizzlies on pronghorn and mule deer, and how laws and politics can complicate management. The episode also dives into practical trapping tactics, equipment, mentorship and ethical debates—explaining the landscape of fear, population dynamics, and why hands-off approaches often fail without science-based management. All in all it was just what I expect a conversation with Mr Chilson to be, fun, intelligent, educational and just an absolutely enjoyable time. Check him out on YouTube under McNastys predation management and on Facebook as well. Thank you for joining us Travis.  As always, like, follow and share and feedback is always encouraged. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Standing S leather High Country and Handmade High Country Blood Dogs

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  Episode #32

  Lighthounds Unleashed: From Blood Trails to Hog Hunts

  Aug 29, 20261h 47m

  Thank you for joining us for a great conversation with Litehounds, we shoot the shit about damn near anything we can think of and end up running out of time. We could have went a couple more hours pretty easy. Check them out and let us know what we can do better. Thank you for following us and joining the shit show. Check out everything they have at Litehounds on instagram, facebook and TikTok. Standing S Leather High Country Blood Dogs High Country and Handmade

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  Episode #30

  Episode 30: Bonnie J Brummett: From Alaska to Alabama: The Furrier Who Turned Bobcat Pelts into a Business

  Mar 18, 20261h 36mS1

  <p>Bonnie of Alaska Spirit Crafts shares her life long journey from living off‑grid in Alaska to settling in Alabama, explaining how she got started and where she is now in her career in fur sewing. She discusses her specialties—mostly hats and mittens—how she sources tanned pelts, and why she stopped tanning herself.</p> <p>The conversation covers life with dogs, trapping and hunting stories, unusual customer requests, and the work behind making fur pieces, including machines and linings. Bonnie also talks about moving through Arizona and Montana, challenges of rural life, and concerns about changing laws and at...

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