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  • Joined by Jordan Alvis, we discuss his quest to bag nine different species of Idaho upland birds over his first bird dog, a Deutsch-Drahthaar.

    Show Highlights:

    Thoughts and perspective from a “traditional hunter”

    Hunting with a dog versus hunting without one

    Mixed bag hunting, blood tracking and other Drahthaar stuff

    “Fur always wins over feathers”

    Bagging nine species of upland birds over a young bird dog

    A bird dog diploma on wild birds

    Bushcrafts No-Drill Sling


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  • Joined by Joe Aumann, we discuss his passion for Deutsch-Drahthaars and the Verein Deutsch-Drahthaar Group North America, dog training, testing and more.

    Show Highlights:

    Quail hunting the southwest

    Javelina’s, snakes and porcupines!

    Snake breaking with Don Lietzau - Tundramoor Kennel


    A shotgun fitting with Del Whitman

    The International Armbruster

    Judging and testing with Verein Deutsch-Drahthaar | Group North America


    Ruffed grouse hunting

    Vom Seymour Kennel


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  • Joined by Patrick Bowman and Rehan Nana of Garmin, we discuss Garmin GPS and Dog tracking technology as well as what to do if you happen to lose your Garmin Alpha in the woods!

    Show Highlights:

    Hunting season updates from Patrick and Rehan

    Rehan’s classic American deer rifle


    Tricky adult ruffed grouse in the woods this fall

    Where were the woodcock?

    What to do when you lose your Garmin GPS in the woods

    Pair your Garmin Alpha with your friend’s Alpha

    Using “Find My Dog Track” widget to find the Garmin handheld with your Garmin watch


    Mapshare and inReach capabilities

    Using the Garmin Explore and Alpha apps

    What is the Alpha LTE and how does it work?

    Don’t overlook the Support Center at garmin.com


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  • Joined by owner of Ugly Dog Hunting Co, Mike Neiduski, we discuss some of our favorite gear along with recommendations and deals on a special Black Friday episode.

    Show Highlights:

    A brief Minnesota Wild update…


    Garmin watch and GPS recommendations

    How to find your phone with your Garmin watch?!


    onX Hunt uses and carplay compatibility

    How do you manage cold temperatures in trucks for dogs?


    Brush pant discussion

    Gun safes and gun case hangers

    What’s in your field first aid kit?

    Cold weather layers and shells

    All about boots

    Eye and ear protection

    Shooting and cold weather gloves

    Cold hands, Reynaud’s syndrome and Wim Hoff


    Specific Gear and Deal Mentions on the show:

    Garmin Epix

    Garmin Fenix

    Alpha 200i

    onX Hunt

    First Lite Sawbuck Bursh Pants

    Orvis Tech Pant

    Govee Temperature Sensor

    Steelhead Outdoors Case Keeper

    Steelhead Outdoors Bow Keeper

    Final Rise Summit Vest

    Ready Dog First Aid Kit

    Rivers West Isolation Pullover

    Schnees Timberline

    Crispi Lapponia

    Lacrosse Alphaburly Pro

    Xrtratuff Deck Boot

    Grunden Deck Boot

    Ranger Phantom 2.0 Shooting Glasses


    Alclair Audio Exp Pro Hearing Protection

    Plainsmen Gloves


    Becoming The Ice Man - Wim Hof

    Sitka Gunner Glove

    Gore Thermo Split Gloves

    Camelback Water Bladder

    Ugly Dog RPM Collars


    Trulock Chokes - BS10 for 10% off


    Marshwear Clothing - BP10 for 10% off


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  • Joined by senior NAVHDA judge Jake Bartells, we discuss the upcoming 2025 St. Hubert’s Trail, November vibes, bird dogs and more.

    Show Highlights:

    November is in the air…

    Hunting with kids

    Jake’s pathway into hunting and bird dogs

    Training success and community with NAVHDA


    Training talk: defiance versus confusions

    Being mindful of your behavior and attitude around your bird dog

    How to become a NAVHDA judge


    Dog tests versus dog trials - what’s the difference?

    More with Jake Bartells on the Ugly Dog Podcast



    2025 St. Hubert's Trial - Cheraw, SC


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  • Joined by Bob Owens of Lone Duck, we discuss a recent ruffed grouse hunt, a cross country bird hunting trip, bird dogs and more.

    Show Highlights:

    Duck and goose hunting the great plains


    Scouting for cover and access in a new state

    Have you ever seen the northern lights IRL?

    Attending the Grand National Grouse Championship in Wisconsin

    Scouting and exploring ruffed grouse habitat

    Getting a young puppy on grouse

    Bird dogs naturally backing or not…

    Nick and Bob take a walk through the grouse woods


    2025 St. Hubtert’s Trial - Cheraw, SC


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  • Joined by Cliff Enzor of Uplander Lifestyle, we discuss mid-season related topics on ruffed grouse, deer hunting, shotguns and more. 

    Show Highlights:

    Deer camp and coyotes

    What to do during deer season?

    Ruffed grouse hunting season so far

    Building confidence in other cover types

    Inconsistent bird numbers compared to last year

    How do you define habitat diversity?

    Shooting with both eyes open

    Chokes, shot size, pellet counts and more…


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  • Joined by Kevin Bauer, founder of Furvor, we discuss canine nutrition plus hydration and how Furvor pet products can help fuel your bird dog in and out of the field. 

    Show Highlights:

    Bernese mountain dogs

    Serving service dogs - Next Step Service Dogs


    The inspiration and origin of Furvor


    What the heck is bone broth?

    Canine hydration

    Amino acids, glucosamine and the complex nutrient profile of Furvor


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  • Joined by Nick Adair of the Gun Dog It Yourself Podcast, we recap some recent hunts and get an update from Nick and his dogs on his multi-state ruffed grouse hunting road-trip.

    Show Highlights:


    Great Lakes grouse woods report

    “What seriously happened last night?”

    Where are all the woodcock?

    Making memories with aging bird dogs

    Puppy walks and porcupines



    Rooftop tents and camping set-ups

     The Bird Dog Society St Huberts Trial


    Ruffed grouse patterns and food sources


    LISTEN | Gun Dog It Yourself Podcast

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  • Joined by Cooper Rossner of Guyette and Deeter, we discuss sporting collectible auctions, action buying 101, decoy carving, double guns and more.

    Show Highlights:

    Thoughts on AirPods Pro and other hearing protection


    The coolest high school in New Jersey!

    Are sea ducks good to eat?

    Hurricanes, salt marshes and brackish water

    The art and romance of decoy carving

    Barrel engraving from R.F.M. Armi


    Auction buying 101 with Guyette and Deeter



    Upland Gun Company Q&A


    LEARN MORE | Guyette and Deeter Sporting Auctions

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  • Joined by Will Primos and Anthony Matarese, we discuss a newly released book authored by the two, Straight Shooting For Hunters: A Champion’s Guide to Using Shotguns in the Field.

    Show Highlights:

    Straight Shooting for Hunters

    What Will and Anthony hope readers gain from the book

    How to maintain focus on the target

    Assessing and addressing eye dominance issues

    How can bird hunters improve their wingshooting

    An efficient gun mount is a “fast” gun mount

    How to practice on the clays course for wingshooting


    READ | Straight Shooting for Hunters

    LEARN MORE | A.I.M. Shooting School with Anthony Matarese

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  • Multiple ruffed grouse hunters join the show to recount their experience encountering wolves with their bird dogs.

    Show Highlights:

    Ted Koehler wolf encounter in Wisconsin


    Joe Parpala wolf encounter in Minnesota


    Mike Amman wolf encounter in Wisconsin


    Ted Sommer wolf encounter in Wisconsin


    Special thanks to Keith Crowley, former guest of the show (Episode #218), for providing the photograph for this episode post.

    LEARN MORE | Wolves in Wisconsin

    WISCONSIN | Wolf Depredation Reports and Maps

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  • Joined once again by Ann Jandernoa we answer listener questions on all things grouse and woodcock hunting during part two of our annual conversation.

    Show Highlights:

    How might wet spring conditions affect grouse nesting and brooding?

    Checking rainfall amounts in your area - VegDRI Index


    Hunting pressured grouse

    Do woodcock run more than they used to?

    What kind of hunting boots do you like? 

    Check out the Hunt the Habitat Podcast


    Binge listen to Ann on grouse and woodcock:

    2017 - Episode #7


    2018 - Episode #42


    2019 - Episode #76


    2020 - Episode #115


    2021 - Episode #150


    2022 - Episode #190


    2023 - Episode #239 and #240


    2024 - Episode #289



    MAP | with Scout N Hunt

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  • Joined once again by Ann Jandernoa we answer listener questions on all things grouse and woodcock hunting during part one of our annual conversation.

    Show Highlights:

    Saunas and white walkers in the northwoods?!

    Check out the Hunt the Habitat Podcast


    Did you say giant cinnamon rolls?!

    Early season habitat

    Running dogs in the heat


    Ruffwear Swamp Cooler vest

    Breaking down the aspen cut

    The importance of shrub layer - Hazel brush


    Maples, buckthorn and more…

    Binge listen to Ann on grouse and woodcock:

    2017 - Episode #7


    2018 - Episode #42


    2019 - Episode #76


    2020 - Episode #115


    2021 - Episode #150


    2022 - Episode #190


    2023 - Episode #239 and #240



    MAP | with Scout N Hunt

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  • Joined by author, Tony Jones, we discuss his book, The God of Wild Places, his passion for hunting, life and much more.

    Show Highlights:

    A pair of cake eaters from Edina and Duluth East

    Exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA)

    Grouse habitat in the BWCA

    Frank & Jesse James and the Northfield Raid


    In the words of Jim Harrison, “...he really marks the passage of time with the series of bird dogs he leaves behind.”

    Facing the inevitable struggles of life…

    The God of Wild Places



    READ | The God of Wild Places by Tony Jones

    LEARN MORE | The Reverend Hunter

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  • Joined by Minnesota State Coordinator for Pheasants Forever, Sabin Adams, we discuss the mission of The Habitat Organization, hunting season and much more.

    Show Highlights:

    The newly minted Minnesota state coordinator for Pheasants Forever


    How new public land acquisitions happen

    Minnesota pheasants, sharp-tailed grouse and Hungarian partridge!

    Sabin’s advice on planning for, scouting and hunting new areas

    Reflecting on The Bird Tales



    GoPro tips, tricks and hacks for upland hunting

    Sabin’s tips on finding early season sharp-tailed grouse habitat


    LISTEN | Episode #46 of Birdshot Podcast with Sabin Adams

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  • Joined by author and dog trainer, George DeCosta, we discuss the release of his latest book, Tales with Tails: From the Heart of a Man Who Loves Life and Bird Dogs.

    Show Highlights:

    The season opener is nearly upon us!

    Tuning up on the sporting clays course

    Missing birds over young dogs

    Wildfire impacts in the west this year

    Inspiration courtesy of Gene Hill


    One way to work with a dog hunting for itself


    Instant pot chukar and sharp-tailed grouse recipes

    Thoughts on upland shotguns and ammo

    First aid kits and other items to have in the truck kit

    Compressed Air Duster

    Advice on taking young dogs afield this fall

    Watch out for blue-green algae




    READ | Tales with Tails by George DeCosta

    LISTEN | Episode #170 of Birdshot Podcast with George DeCosta

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  • Joined by author and host of the Orvis Hunting and Shooting podcast, Reid Bryant, we discuss the upcoming reprinting of the Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting in paperback.

    Show Highlights:

    Staying focused amidst a world of distractions

    Writing and creating from a place of inspiration versus being “productive”

    Who would be a dream guest on your podcast both past and present?

    Ben Williams philosophies on developing a Bird Dog


    Some highlights from Reid’s hunting season last year

    Favorite upland shotgun(s) at the moment

    The Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting




    PRE-ORDER | The Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting

    LISTEN | Episode #182 of Birdshot Podcast with Reid Bryant

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  • We’ve assembled a special upland bird hunter’s super show episode with Travis Frank of The Flush and Nick Larson of Birdshot Podcast for a conversation focused on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ new Bird Hunter Diary app and ruffed grouse drumming counts. Joining the conversation from the Minnesota DNR are Assistant Area Wildlife Manager for northeast Minnesota Bailey Petersen and Resident Game Bird Specialist Nate Huck.

    Episode Highlights:

    On the Wing host Bob St.Pierre kicks off the show with a recap of his recent visit to Washington, D.C. to moderate a panel focused on the idea of a North American Grasslands Conservation Act and to talk with elected officials about a new federal farm bill.

    The conversation then jumps into Minnesota’s eye-popping ruffed grouse drumming counts indicating the highest adult carryover of birds since 1972. Peterson, a wildlife biologist, explains what those counts do AND don’t indicate for the upcoming hunting season.

    Huck provides an overview of Minnesota’s new Bird Hunter Diary, what the state is looking to measure through the app, and how all upland hunters can help provide better data through citizen science.


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  • Joined by Utah upland game bird biologist, Jason Robinson, we discuss western upland game birds, their biology, habitat and much more.

    Show Highlights:

    Growing up in the wilds of Utah

    When was the last time you watched Jeremiah Johnson?

    A graduate study focused on sage grouse

    Nesting and brooding conditions in the west

    White-tailed ptarmigan hunting

    How does fire affect upland bird habitat in the west?

    What's the deal with cheatgrass anyways?

    Trigger: A Remarkable Bird Dog

    A love for Brittanys and bird dogs

    How an upland game bird biologist prepares to hunt a new location or species


    Ruffed grouse and dusky grouse identification



    LEARN MORE | Strutting Grouse Bird Dogs

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