Episode 6 | The Stories That Built Us | Jeff Paradis | The True North Lifestyle Podcast

"The Stories That Built Us." In Episode 6, we sit down with our own Jeff Paradis, one of the driving forces behind The True North Lifestyle, lifelong hunter, friend, and storyteller with a passion for pushing limits and making memories in the wild. From the big woods of New England to the jungles of Africa and the peaks of Alaska, Jeff shares what it means to chase your curiosity and say “yes” to the unknown. Whether it’s tracking leopards, facing down coastal brown bears with a bow, or taking scope-bite to the face from a .416 Rigby, Jeff brings you along for the ride.Jeff breaks down:• What it’s like hunting leopards in Africa and the surprising way they build a blind• A grizzly bear encounter that left him with a broken nose—and a lifelong story• How the thrill of the unknown keeps him saying yes to new adventures• The risks of bowhunting dangerous game and how to mentally prepare• Why we walk the fine line between passion and sponsorship in the outdoor world• The importance of community and staying true to what really mattersIf you love hunting stories with grit, humor, and heart—or you’ve ever dreamed of chasing something bigger—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.This one goes deep with three good friends, Jeff Paradis, Rick Labbe and Joe Kruse, talking and telling stories, lots of laughs and unforgettable moments that remind us why the outdoors and friendship mean so much. It’s about more than hunting. It’s about living life and enjoying the passion for the outdoors!👉 Hit Subscribe and follow along as we celebrate real people, real hunts, and real stories from the woods and waters.🏕️ FEATURED SPONSOR — GARY WILLIAMSONLooking for land in Western Maine? Hunting cabin or dream home? Gary’s your guy.📞 Call/Text Gary Directly: (207) 364-5326🌲 Learn More: https://www.cassiemason.com/about/jul...🏡 Four Seasons Rentals: https://www.fourseasonsrealtymaine.comStay Connected & Live The True North Lifestyle📺 YouTube: @truenorthlifestyle👕 Gear: https://thetruenorthlifestyle.com/shop🌐 Website: https://thetruenorthlifestyle.com📖 Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BC7...👍 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/16597W...📸 Instagram: @thetruenorthlifestyle🎙️ Special Thanks to Taylor WalkerThe man behind the lens and edits — check out his incredible craftsmanship:🔪 Walker Knife Co: https://walkerknifeco.comInterested in sponsoring a future episode?Reach out: 📧 info@thetruenorthlifestyle.comWe’d love to feature brands that align with our values and audience.Hashtags:#TheTrueNorthLifestyle #JeffParadis #LeopardHunting #GrizzlyEncounter #BowhuntingBears #TrueNorthPodcast #HuntingStories #DangerousGame #AlaskaHunting #HuntingAfrica #RealOutdoorsmen #ScopeBite #LiveTheLifestyle #OutdoorPodcast #Huntstock2025 #TTN