Joe Eppele

Backcountry Hunter — Canada 🇨🇦

Former pro football player turned backcountry hunter and TV host.

Nationality

Canada 🇨🇦

Hunting Type

Backcountry Hunter

Rifle

Snowy Mountain Rifles

Career Start

2015

Favorite Game

Stone Sheep, Elk, Moose

Field

TV Host

Notable Achievements

Co-host of "The Edge" on Wild TV
Grey Cup champion with the Toronto Argonauts (2012)
Director of Business Development at Wild TV
Featured guest on various hunting podcasts and media outlets

Joe Eppele is a former professional football offensive lineman who transitioned into a passionate outdoorsman and television host. Born in Squamish, British Columbia, Joe played college football at Washington State University before being drafted second overall by the Toronto Argonauts in the 2010 CFL Draft. After retiring from football, he embraced his love for the outdoors, becoming a co-host of "The Edge" on Wild TV. Joe's hunting adventures span from the rugged mountains of British Columbia to the plains of Argentina, showcasing his dedication to ethical hunting and conservation.

Joe's Gear Choices

Hoplite Mini Tripod5.0

5.0

Ascent Tripod™ Gen 2 W/ Davros Pro Head4.9

4.9

Blog posts

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Conservation and Craft: A Taste of Africa

The wait is finally over. The three-episode series from Rockwood Conservation, A Taste of Africa, is now live and streaming across major platforms. Filmed on location at Rockwood, this project goes...

Feb 4, 2026

The Pursuit of the Golden Ticket

Drawing a Golden Ticket tag is the dream of every elk hunter. It represents a rare opportunity to hunt premier territory where mature bulls are the standard rather than the exception. In this film,...

Feb 2, 2026

Women in the Wild at Ngamatea Station

Taking ten first time shooters into the New Zealand backcountry is a major milestone. At Ngamatea Station, the goal was to give these new hunters the skills and confidence to pursue Sika deer. Will...

Jan 27, 2026