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...

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… SAVE | Use code BirdShot15 to save 15% at...

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 TRY IT | Use code BSP20 to save 20% or use code BSP21 for a buy one, get one deal...

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...

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 |...

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...

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...

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 -...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Joined by host of the TGS Outdoors YouTube channel, Jonny Carter, we discuss his recent trip to the R.F.M. Factory in Italy, shotgun industry updates and much more. Show Highlights: Grouse populations in the US and UK Nick does his best ruffed grouse drumming imitation for Jonny Edwards Eyewear Hiroki 2 - shooting glasses by Ed Solomons Wingshooting skill development versus just having fun Jonny’s trip to R.F.M. Armi with Upland Gun Company Jonny’s quick updates from around the world...

Joined again by dog trainer, writer and upland hunter Jeremy Moore of Dog Bone Hunter we wrap up our conversation with more dog training insights. Show Highlights: Feel, connection and trust with your bird dog Foundations first, whether it’s a pointing dog or flushing dog Maintaining a calm demeanor as a handler and the things your bird dog perceives Assessing range in your pointing dog The Grand National Grouse Championship How onX Hunt can help you navigate and understand the...

Joined by dog trainer, writer and upland hunter Jeremy Moore of Dog Bone Hunter we discuss a fishing trip to the U.P., ruffed grouse drumming counts and more. Show Highlights: A fishing trip to the U.P  Well mannered bird dogs and place training Setters on the loose at the cabin E-collar use or lack thereof Ruffed grouse drumming counts Hotspots within a grouse cover FOLLOW | @dogbonehunter LISTEN | More Jeremy Moore on Birdshot Podcast: Episode #227, #231 and #232 SUPPORT |...

In this episode we are joined by grouse project leader for the Minnesota DNR, Charlotte Roy, to discuss the results of the 2024 ruffed grouse drumming survey. Show Highlights: Understanding the Drumming Survey Process Impact of Weather on Grouse Population Historical Context and Current Trends The Grouse Population Cycle Winter Conditions and Grouse Survival MN Ruffed Grouse Drumming Survey WI Ruffed Grouse Drumming Survey Climate variability drives population cycling and...

In this episode we welcome freelance filmmaker and avid upland hunter Kevin Erdvig back to the show to discuss updates to his gun safe, bird dog string and more. Show Highlights: Sorting out eye dominance issues The Instinctive Shot by Chris Batha and other book mentions Phantom 2.0 shooting glasses by Ranger Eyewear A gun fitting with Lars Jacob Journaling, flush counts, photos and more Kevin’s new shotgun from Upland Gun Company New barrel engraving from RFM and UGC A new English...

In this episode we welcome wingshooting instructor and gun fitter Lars Jacob back to the show to discuss instinctive shooting. Show Highlights: Spring foraging: morel mushrooms A family history of turkey hunting and call making Lars’ definition of Instinctive shooting Pull away vs swing through vs sustained lead “Don’t spill the scotch!”  The importance of your lead hand on the shotgun How to grip a splinter forend side by side SLOW down your gun mount: creating good muscle...

In this episode we share a conversation from the recently launched Ugly Dog Podcast with host Mike Neiduski and guest Nick Larson on upland hunting, bird dogs, shotguns and more. Show Highlights: About the Birdshot Podcast The spark aka the ruffed grouse Rituals, hunting trips and hunting close to home Hartley’s cruciate ligament injury - out for the season Old dogs with lots of bird contacts Comparing Nick’s English setters Bird dogs working wild birds The Ugly Dog Podcast...

In this episode we are joined by Scott Trulock of Trulock Chokes to discuss all things choke tubes, constriction, patterning and more. Show Highlights: Trulock Chokes: where it all began What is a choke tube and what does it do? What characteristics does a quality choke tube have? Variations in choke tubes and method of constriction How to pattern and evaluate your shotgun and choke tube Analyzing your shotgun pattern on paper Variation in shot types: soft lead, high antimony lead,...

In this episode we welcome Craig Doherty, author of Building a Grouse Dog, back to the show to discuss choosing the right bird dog for you, developing bird dogs and more. Show Highlights: Craig’s column in Pointing Dog Journal Wild Apple Kennel Bob Wehle and Elhew Pointers Beech trees and other New England Grouse cover notes First year puppy expectations Building a Grouse Dog by Craig Doherty Craig’s top breed recommendations and why Letting the breeder match you to your...