Episodes
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Episode 92: Brant Didden.
Whether its climbing the highest peaks in the world (Mt. Everest and K2), guiding climbers up the face of El Cap, diving for lobsters or rallying the "Country Clubmobile" in Mexico, Brant Didden lives by the mantra- "Do Cool Stuff".
Brant grew up hunting quail in Northern Mexico with his Dad aka Dr. Muerto. After a successful career guiding mountain expeditions and rock climbing trips, Brant discovered the excitement that is Chukar Hunting.
Join us this week to hear more about Brant's adventure-filled life and why he loves Chukar hunting so much.
The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:
OnX Hunt, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite - Go Farther, Stay Longer and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 91: Joe Carson, the New Zealand Chukar Hunter.
I'm back! After two months off, its great to be back in the podcast booth (aka the guestroom closet). I wanted to bring a great episode to you, and this one hits the mark.
Joe Carson lives and hunts Chukar on the South Island of New Zealand. Like many places, Chukar were introduced there way back in the 1920s. Now, only a small group (25-30) New Zealanders still make the trek to hunt them. Like us here, we relish in our little niche and the die hard community it produces.
Join me this week as we are transported to the Southern Hemisphere and learn all about New Zealand Chukar hunting.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt app, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite-Go Farther Stay Longer and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 90: Nate Akey
You want some solid advice from someone who made the transition from hunting those midwest birds, then moved to the big West and tried their hand at Chukar hunting?- Get you ass on a stair climber!
Nate Akey relocated to Oregon and has since become immersed in the world of Chukar hunting and hunting in the west. Many of you may familiar with Nate's photography work, which captures bird hunting in the west, beautifully.
Join me this week as Nate and I break down what it takes to become a Midwestern Chukar Convert.
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:
OnX hunt app, Eukanuba Sporting Dog, First Lite- Go Father Stay Longer and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 89: Eric Thompson- Hardwired Outdoors
I return to Oregon this week to sit down with Eric Thompson, co-creator of Hardwired Outdoors. Through Hardwired Outdoors, Eric and his friends hope to introduce the outdoors and wild places to new hunters in a positive way. Learn more about HarwiredOutdoors.com here
Eric is also a chukar-crazed individual, just like the rest of us. So, join us this week as we learn more about Oregon Chukar hunting, tips and tactics, gear, Wirehair Pointing Griffons and so much more.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite performance hunting apparel and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 88: Dominic Bachman- Biologist and owner of Bachman Bay Kennels.
Chukar live in a few states in the West. Have you ever wondered what makes each state unique, or the slight variants in habitat? Biologist and avid Chukar hunter Dominic Bachman helps shed some light and hopefully makes planning that next out-of-state trip easier.
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:
OnX Hunt App, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 87: Aaron Linfante- Battle Born Bird Dogs
Aaron Linfante is the owner of Battle Born Bird Dogs located in Reno, Nevada. As a long time Chukar hunter and connoisseur of various breeds of Chukar dogs, Aaron was the perfect person to help guide us all in our understanding of the intricacies of finding a good bird dog.
Join us this week as we discuss Chukar hunting tips and tactics, graduating to a .410, rallying the Toaster, the pitfalls in selecting your first bird dog, training and much, much more
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:
OnX Hunt App, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 86: Jason Hayes
Passed down by his father, Chukar hunting has always been a part of life for Jason Hayes. But as we grow and come into our own, how we approach it and its significance within our lives is shaped by the road we've travelled. After serving in the Marines and time spent overseas, Jason now focuses his free time on raising and training bird dogs, hunting chukar and keeping training birds.
Join our conversation as we cover a wide spectrum of topics to include:
Chukar hunting is not for everyone, hunting with your dad, the disparity of locations, chukar camps, "Football" the Chukar, tips on keeping and raising training birds, owning a pointing lab and much, much more
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
onX hunt maps, Eukanuba Dog Food, First Lite performance hunting apparel and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 85: Reels and Ridges
If you remember back to December, Jordan and Reed Tolotti joined the show. One of the unexpected things I learned was their brotherly competition each Chukar season, resulting in the winner being awarded the "Chukar Trophy". If you grew up with siblings, or have a competitive streak you can surely relate.
In this episode we dive deeper into their YouTube channel- Reels and Ridges, learn more about hunting with a deaf dog, hitting two birds with one shell, gear upgrades and as always much, much more.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
onX hunt app, Eukanuba Performace Dog Food, First Lite hunting apparel and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 84: Levi Day
Have you ever experienced a year that seemed hell-bent on derailing your plans?.....well yes I suppose we all made it through 2020. Levi Day most certainly experienced a hunting season rife with challenges.
Join us this week as we discuss what made the 2020 season one to remember, but maybe certain aspects, to never repeat.
Topics discussed: Battling a Badger, Dogs vs traps, fly-in Chukar hunting, puppies, tiny cuts looking like crime scenes, its either all or nothing and much, much more.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX Hunt app, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite hunting apparel, Chukar Chasers and Project Upland.
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Episode 83: Custis Coleman
Owner of the soon-to-be launched "Upland Academy" which is an online instructional series on birddog training, Custis Coleman joins the show to talk all things Chukar.
Join us this week as we discuss his introduction and development into the world of bird dog training from some of the most prolific names in the business, how he discovered Chukar hunting, what keeps him going back, the art of talking to biologists, chukar gear and much, much more
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt maps, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite, hunting apparel, Chukar Chasers and Project Upland
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Episode 82: Ben Warner
Living in Bend Oregon, "Big Ben" embodies the true nature of a Chukar Hunter- tireless optimism and steadfast determination. His good-natured personality and willingness to share his strategies on finding new Chukar spots makes for one great episode.
Join us this week as we learn more strategies on finding new Chukar spots, Iraqi Chukar, battle- tested Chukar gear for a 6'4" 250 lb Chukar hunter, the Golden Rule for Chukar Hunting and much, much more.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX Hunt App, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite hunting apparel, Chukar Chasers and Project Upland
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Episode 81: Mike Rago- @UplandPursuit
Do you suffer from a Chukar Hunting addiction?...you are not alone. You have come to the right place, however, there is no treatment plan...only more of that drug you seek- Chukar Hunting!
My guest this week is Mike Rago, from Huntington Beach, Ca. Not many Chukar there, but he became afflicted with the disease and now travels deep into the arid, desolate landscape of the chukar in search of the source of his addiction.
Join us this week as we dive into Mike's Chukar origins, gear, what motivates him, chukar stories and much, much more
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:
OnX Hunt Maps, Eukanuba Sporting Dog food, Franchi USA, First Lite, Chukar Chasers and Project Upland
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Episode 80: Robert Gillingham- Karmik Outdoors
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This week Robert Gillingham, co-founder of Karmik Outdoors, joins the show to share the vision and goal of his company- To reunite sportsman with their lost gear. Karmik Outdoors was designed around the idea that if there was a way to locate the owner of a lost piece of gear , most, if not all, sportsman would make the attempt to do so.
Robert is also an avid Chukar hunter. We take time in this episodes to pass on some strategies and tips to help improve your odds and your experience chasing these birds
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:
OnX Hunt App, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi Shotguns, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 79: Reed and Jordon Tolotti - brothers and creators of the YouTube channel "Reels and Ridges"
If you have siblings, inevitably there is going to be competition. That competition likely changes and evolves as you get older......or does it?
From their teenage years, now stretching into adulthood, the coveted "Chukar Trophy" has exchanged hands, albeit reluctantly, between Jordon and Reed. But far more that a competition, its a continued way to strengthen their bond as brothers.
Join us on this episode as we dive into the genesis of the Chukar Trophy, Chukar hunting, gear, their "Reels and Ridges" YouTube channel and much, much more.
The Upchukar Podcast is brought to by:
Onx Hunt app, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 78: Garhart Stephenson and Jay Beyer
Join me this week from Himalayan Snowcock Camp in the Ruby Mountains of Nevada.
Much of this birds existence and daily routine is shrouded in mystery. Having pursued these birds over the last three years, I found myself peeling back the layers every time. I was fortunate to spend time with some of the most upbeat and hard-charging guys around- Garhart Stephenson and Jay Beyer.
This trip created colorful stories, some regrets and a continued appreciation for these magnificent birds
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt maps, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA. First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 77: Barratt Gorshe
Even though only a youthful 21 years old, he demonstrates a maturity that clearly places him in high regard by many of his peers in the bird dog world and the Chukar hills.
Barratt lives in Utah and is already an active judge in his local NSTRA- National Shoot to Retrieve Association- chapter, avid chukar hunter and inspiration for the next generation of bird doggers.
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt maps, Eukanuba Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 76:
Im joined by Matt Hardinge this week. We discuss our opening weekend of Nevada Chukar hunting and do a "First Look" at the new Garmin Alpha 200i handheld.
The Upchukar Podcast is Presented by:
OnX hunt, Eukanuba Sporting Dog, Franchi USA, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 75: Join me with this week as I sit down with Nevada Department of Wildlife Chief Upland Game Bird Biologist, Shawn Espinosa, as we break down the recently released 2020/21 Chukar Forecast.
Get the insight into bird numbers, distribution and ranges you may want to consider venturing to this coming season. If nothing more, it appears the Chukar season will prove to be the silver-lining to 2020!
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX Hunt, Eukanuba Performance Dog Food, Franchi USA, First Lite performance hunting apparel and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 74: John "Sully" Sullivan
With Chukar hunting season on the horizon I thought of no better motivator for all of us than to highlight a 76 year-old diehard chukar hunter. If you love chasing chukar, or have it on your "to do" list, this is should provide plenty of motivation.
Topics Discussed:
The challenges of re-learning 4th grade math, what motivates him, bird dogs, transitioning dogs from field to wild birds, his golden piece of advice, the one "take away" and much much more
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX hunt app, Eukanuba Sporting Dog, Franchi, First Lite and Chukar Chasers
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Episode 73: Chukar Chasers
This week I sit down with the guys from Chukar Chasers. Coming off an exciting 2019/20 Chukar season, Project Upland film release and the success of their recently formed non-profit- Chukar Chasers Foundation, we discuss the details that made for such a successful year.
We also spend a vast amount of time doing what Chukar Hunters do best- Telling Chukar Stories!!
The Upchukar Podcast is presented by:
OnX, Eukanuba, Franchi, First Lite, Project Upland and Chukar Chasers
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