We had the good fortune of connecting with Jason Matzinger and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jason, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I did’t think that there was really anyone out there producing films or television that truly depicted our story as hunter/conservationists. I felt like something needed to be done to show the hunting & non-hunting public why our role is still so critical for the future of wildlife in today’s society.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I’ve been through a lot to bring the company to the level that it is now. From divorce to almost giving up on my dreams, it has not been an easy road to hoe. I knew I had one shot at it and I didn’t want to let myself or anyone else down so I put everything I had into every project I got. I didn’t want to loose my family life and my dream both. So I told myself to under-promise and over-deliver with everything I did. I am glad I have pushed through it all to get here though. I am proud of the stories and messages I have been able to tell over the past 15 years and the people & organizations I have had the opportunity to work alongside because of it. Hunting is a beautiful part of the story of wildlife conservation and I want everyone to understand why it is so important today. My mission is to tackle the hard subjects around hunting and put them into films that everyone can enjoy and appreciate.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
There really are too many people to ever thank for all of the help and support I have received over the years. It is truly humbling to look back on this journey and think about. If I had to sum it up though, it would go something like this…

I first have to give a shoutout to my family & friends for their continued support in me following my passion and for always being there. I have to thank each one of my partners for believing in me and the message behind my journey and for standing behind me for all these years. To each and every friend or cameraman that has joined me on an adventure in the field, every adventure is special and I hold those memories close…

Website: intohighcountry.com

Instagram: @jasonmatzingerofficial

Facebook: @jasonmatzingerofficial & @intohighcountry

Youtube: Jason Matzinger

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