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Duck Season Somewhere

Your go-to for exploring authentic duck hunting adventures WORLDWIDE! For 365 days per year, it really is duck hunting season somewhere. Host Ramsey Russell founded GetDucks.com over 20 years ago, spending most of the year in duck blinds among 6 continents. Meeting with real waterfowl hunters, conservationists, biologists, and storytellers encountered throughout North America and around the globe, Ramsey shares a duck hunting world much bigger than our own backyards.

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01:39:06

EP 401. Operation Stoned Duck (Part 1): "The Cat"

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/10/02

Kennie Prince lurked deep beneath the surface, operating deep undercover, penetrating nefarious poaching rings that illegally ransacked wildlife resources--migratory game birds, paddle fish, furbearers, deer, you name it--for profit, usually, or just plain fun. For 15 years he was just another outlaw, somehow maintaining his cover despite numerous headline busts. Prince talks about growing up and getting into wildlife law enforcement, detailing some of the big stings leading up to "Operation Stoned

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EP 400. SPECIAL: Participate in the New duckDNA Program

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/29

"It's a true moment of discovery in waterfowl science," says Michael Brasher, DU Senior Waterfowl Scientist. And the program relies on North American hunter-conservationist participation. Brasher and waterfowl geneticist Phil Lavretsky explain the purpose of the new duckDNA program, how to apply (see link below), and how the data is collected simply. Via leg band recoveries, hunter harvest reporting and parts collections, North American hunters have long participated in waterfowl conservation

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EP 399. Mississippi Outdoor Hall of Famers

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/28

A sign reads, "Rule Number 1: No tales told on this islands shall be repeated on the mainland!" The Mississippi Wildlife Heritage Museum in Leland, Mississippi, is a huge repository of stories from throughout the state. The Mississippi Outdoors Hall of Fame is located there. You don't have to be from Mississippi to recognize some of the legendary names represented. Billy Johnson explains why he thinks Mississippians have influenced the entire US hunting industry, and what makes folks candidates

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01:28:26

EP 398. Texas Blue-winged Teal Hunting

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/27

It doesn't happen by accident. A lot goes into making a successful, season-long blue-winged teal hunt like this reality. Today, Steve Biggers of Rocky Creek Retrievers Team Waterfowl explains the inner workings and introduces team members Marcus Lagrange, Tracey Andreas, Joey Hanks and Len Vaughn. In describing the 16-day Texas blue-winged teal season from their varied perspectives, you'll understand why so many hunters migrate to this destination to hunt blue-winged "rice rockets," and what the

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01:21:00

EP 397. Who is Ramsey Russell?

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/25

"I want to interview you," it was stated while we were elbow deep into world-class Memphis BBQ. Continuing he said, "On your podcast, I mean. Because maybe some listeners don't know who you are, where you come from, what you really do." And so it came to pass that waterfowl historian Dr. Wayne Capooth put Ramsey Russell in the hot seat usually reserved for our esteemed guests. Podcast Sponsors: Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns BOSS Shotshells

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EP 396. Mississippi Teal Opener with My People

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/21

The Mississippi teal opener was lackluster except for the fact that I was joined by both sons, Forrest and Duncan, and our long-time Mr. Ian for the first time in several years. We've shared Mississippi blue-winged teal and duck openers for nearly 20 years, since before the boys could shoot. Together again at camp, we recall past times. Podcast Sponsors: Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns BOSS Shotshells https://bossshotshells.com/ Ducks Unlimited

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EP 395. SPECIAL: Proposed Traffic Jam at Favored...

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/20

To alleviate burgeoning traffic, 10 possible traffic routes have been proposed for a new Tennessee River bridge in Decatur, a northern Alabama town. SIX proposed routes cut through Swan Creek WMA, favored by duck hunters for generations, directly and negatively impacting duck hunting in one of the only public properties available regionally. Regional Director Franz Schnabl, along with Alabama Delta Waterfowl volunteers James Moyer, Keaton Kenny, Connor Forteberry and Kylie Suchy explain the debacle

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01:12:56

EP 394. Behind the Levee

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/18

Behind the levee is magical; a wonderland if hunting and fishing wild, mostly untamable places in the Deep South is your thing. Long-time friend and storyteller, Jim Crews, takes us behind the levee, sharing stories from a special place his family's now hunted for 4 generations. Podcast Sponsors: Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns BOSS Shotshells https://bossshotshells.com/ Ducks Unlimited https://www.ducks.org Flash Back Decoys

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02:15:11

EP 393. Let's Go Fishing with Bill Dance

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/14

"Luring that fish from his world into mine was life changing," remembers American outdoors legend Bill Dance when describing earliest fishing memories. It changed his life and many others, like myself, that have followed him since the 1970s. Bill Dance talks about his greatest influences, proudest accomplishments, getting started into professional fishing, life lessons, self-deprecating bloopers, and much, much more. His incredible wealth of treasured information and gifted storytelling will have

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02:02:34

EP 392. The South Africa Duck Hunt Collectors

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/11

Wingshooting South Africa is an amazingly immersive tour encompassing ducks, geese, and upland game birds spanning 3 provinces--from Jo'berg to the Indian Ocean--but what types of hunters does this half-way-across-the-world hunt attract? Are they trophy species collectors? Experience collectors? Are they since-forever seasoned hunters? Relatively new to the sport? Tune in as Ramsey wraps up an epic 11-day South Africa tour by visiting with a collection of hunters that are as unique as the numerous

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01:21:57

EP 391. Atlantic Flyway Management Considerations

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/07

Atlantic Flyway mallard and Canada goose limits have doubled for the upcoming season! But why? US Fish and Wildlife Service's Atlantic Flyway Representative, Patrick Devers, explains this and much more. Sprawling civilization and a broad array of species complicates waterfowl management in the Atlantic Flyway. In discussing issues and strategies, we fall headlong into topics involving differing adaptive harvest management models applied among US flyways, old world mallard genetic influences, black

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01:09:56

EP 390. Illinois River Decoy Carver

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/09/04

For Illinois River decoy carver, Pat Gregory, carving gunning waterfowl decoys is a family tradition that reflects where, what and how he, his ancestors and mentors have hunted waterfowl since way back when. He's big into traditions and waterfowling history like that. While sitting in ankle-deep wood chips at his makeshift shop at Delta Waterfowl Expo, Gregory explains how his decoys and carving methods speak about him as a carver, hunter and human being. So why not just pitch plastic decoys? In

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01:18:10

EP 389. Tetra Hearing's Family Traditions

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/31

Listen up! Tetra Hearing revolutionized hearing technology by perfecting protection and enhancing targeted listening. American hunters responded and they've quickly risen all the way to the very top. Likewise, their staff's grown leaps and bounds, too. Because great companies are about their people--about staff that respond to your customer service needs and help you find the very best solutions--in today's episode we introduce you the Tetra Hearing's growing family members. Amy Hall, Heath Hancock,

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EP 388. Importing Trophy Birds Across US Borders

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/28

International duck hunts are great ways to extend hunting season, see more world, put your hands on new waterfowl species. Whether collecting experiences, trophies, or both, most traveling hunters want to bring home beautiful specimens. While it's mostly "just paperwork and protocols," it's still kind of a big deal---necessarily way, way more involved than bringing home a sombrero or gift shop coffee mug. Long-time US Fish and Wildlife Inspector, Jeff Moore, works several ports of entry along the

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EP 387. Mountain View Mallards

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/24

The Shoshone River, the world-famous Big Horn River and the Clark’s Fork of the Yellow Stone River make northeast Wyoming special. Especially when it comes to chasing fat greenheads and honkers--and what a view! Noah Miller talks about growing up, hunting experiences, what lead him into guiding waterfowl, and why duck hunting this out-of-the-way corner of Wyoming is unique. Mountain View Mallards: Call Matt Schauer at 952-212-4828 to inquire. Podcast Sponsors: BOSS Shotshells

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EP 386. The Outlaw Gunner's Son

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/21

"He wasn't just telling history and collecting stuff. He was writing about a lot of people he grew up with, collecting many things he'd actually used or heard about during boyhood," says Joe Walsh of his father, Dr. Harry Walsh that authored the landmark book, Outlaw Gunner. Covering some market hunting tools-of-the-trade and old-ways practices while speculating when the last punt guns were likely fired on the Chesapeake Bay--because some old habits died hard--gives way to stories about who Joe's

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EP 385. The Grand Prairie, Arkansas

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/17

When and why did the great State of Arkansas become synonymous with mallard ducks? Describing land features then and now, and legendary properties, hunting guides and call makers, Brent Birch of Little Rock, Arkansas, explains. Related Links: The Grand Prairie https://arkansasgrandprairie.com/products/the-grand-prairie-hard-cover Podcast Sponsors: BOSS Shotshells https://bossshotshells.com/ Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns Tetra Hearing

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EP 384. The Eider Godfather

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/14

Eight-two year-young Phil Stanton cut his teenaged duck hunting teeth hunting among salty, yesteryear watermen that braved Massachusetts's rocky coast for seaducks, quandy and coots, as they were colloquially referred. Eider ducks have predominated his entire life since. His incredibly colorful then-versus-now stories about eiders, hunters, techniques and gear; about oil-spill rehabilitation attempts; and about pioneering new eider breeding colonies leaves little doubt that he is, indeed, the Eider

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EP 383. Why the La Paz Argentina Combo

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/10

Following an action-packed week shooting ducks, doves, decoying pigeons and catching golden dorado, Ramsey gathers round the supper table to hear what guests will most remember about their week at La Paz. He then visits with world famous hostess, Martha Martha. Their answers might surprise you. Then again, maybe not! Whether curious about hunting south of the equator or choosing your next destination, you'll appreciate these candid perspectives. Related Link: GetDucks La paz Argentina

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01:51:39

EP 382. Cooking Up Real Conservation in Cordoba,...

Duck Season Somewhere ·

2023/08/07

When you come to a fork in the road, take it. Today's conversation proves the point. John Odell was Arizona's Migratory Game Bird Coordinator when, 20 years into his career, he abruptly moved to Buenos Aires to pursue culinary arts. But he's now cooking up way more than "meat over fire!" While many people--myself included--have believed that overharvest inevitably resulted in the near-total collapse of Cordaba's formerly immense eared dove population, Odell thinks otherwise. He's now setting the

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