Speaking & Presentations
Conversations on conservation, hunting, and the natural world
Mike Arnold speaks to audiences across a wide range of settings, drawing on decades of experience in conservation, research, and in the field.
His talks connect science with real-world experience, offering clear insight into how conservation works and why it matters.
Featured Talks
Conservation Through Hunting
Mike Arnold explains how conservation through hunting supports species recovery, restores ecosystems, and improves the lives of local communities.
Drawing on examples from North America, Central America, and Africa, he shares a compelling story that connects with both hunters and non-hunters.
Hunting a Maneater on Lake Massingir
I looked at my wife, Frances, and asked, “Nervous?” She grinned. “Why should I be? We’re in a small rowboat on a lake full of crocodiles and hippos—with $8,000 in camera gear and the boat has a slow leak.” I glanced at the water pooling at our feet and smiled back. “Well, as long as you’re not nervous.”
Join us as we pursue a man-eating crocodile on Mozambique’s Lake Massingir.
Spoiler alert: the rowboat didn’t sink
Hunting North America's "Most Difficult Game Animals"
Perched in a hammock 25 feet above rocky terrain, my guide Tigre and I search dense tropical cover for two elusive brocket deer species. He delivers the unexpected—opportunities at both.
I also explore how international hunting strengthens local communities and helps sustain conservation.
A Buffalo as Red as my Hair
A West African savannah buffalo safari comes to life through the weapon used, the challenge of the chase, and the reward of success.
I also explore how these efforts drive conservation on a broader scale while supporting the communities connected to the land.
Outwitting a Leopard - Tips from PHs and Trackers
The heat kept game still, and any mature leopard stayed buried in deep shade until nightfall. With an experienced PH and trackers, we set bait and waited.
Four days in, a big male answered with a dry, rasping call that echoed through the canyon.
Would he reach the tree before dark—and would my shot be true?
Why Everyone Should Be Pro-Hunting
How does sport hunting contribute to conservation—and how can the loss of a few protect the many?
Mike explores the history of conservation through hunting using the mountain lion (Felis concolor), sharing a story that resonates with both hunters and non-hunters.
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