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Birdshot Podcast

Birdshot Podcast, presented by onX Hunt and hosted by Nick Larson, is where upland hunters come together. Each week we share conversations that connect the people, stories, and traditions of wingshooting—from bird dogs and shotguns to the birds and landscapes that bring us back season after season.

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#276 | A Conversation from the Ugly Dog Podcast with...

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/06/21

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 Lightning

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#275 | Choke Tubes and Patterning with Scott Trulock...

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2024/06/14

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, TSS, and

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68:47

#274 | Choosing The Right Bird Dog for You with Craig...

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2024/06/07

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 puppy Books: Big

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57:06

#273 | A Walk Through Woodcock Cover with Lindsey...

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2024/05/24

In this episode we take a walk through some woodcock cover in hopes of banding spring chicks with Lindsey Shartell, board member of Woodcock Minnesota.Show Highlights: Meeting Lindsey Shartell of Woodcock Minnesota What makes a good woodcock banding dog? Where do we find woodcock broods? Turkey hunt updates from Lindsey Guess the age of this clear cut Grouse point! Woodcock surveys Locating and banding woodcock broods VOLUNTEER | Prairie Creek WMA: Koester Prairie Hands-On Habitat

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72:27

#272 | Quail and Turkey Talk with Ryan Sparks of...

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2024/05/17

In this episode we catch up with the editor of the Quail Forever Journal to discuss his passion for upland birds and the outdoors along with some spring turkey hunting as well. Show Highlights: Meet editor of the Quail Forever Journal Ryan Sparks An early introduction to quail Fishing, hunting and traveling far and wide Ryan’s thesis paper on quail of the Platte River Valley Spring turkey hunting in Minnesota and Nebraska Locating and prospecting for gobblers Walking and calling versus

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#271 | More Turkey Hunting Tips and Tactics with...

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2024/05/10

In this episode we continue our basic turkey hunting tips and tactics conversation with Jacob Myers of the Southern Outdoorsman Podcast. Show Highlights: “Run and gun” versus setting up and blind calling? Gobblers coming in silent What about when he’s gobbling his head off? Soft calling and watching the bird’s behavior Calling jakes to pull in the tom Favorite locate calls and when to use them Types of calls, yelping, purring, cutting and more WATCH | How to CALL TURKEYS like the OLD

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71:19

#270 | Basic Turkey Hunting Tips and Tactics with...

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/05/03

In this episode we talk basic turkey hunting tips and tactics with Alabama turkey hunter Jacob Myers of the Southern Outdoorsman Podcast.Show Highlights: How to miss a turkey Should I use a red dot sight? Turkey hunting safety precautions Where to hunt turkeys Understanding turkey behavior What is “covert calling”? Scratching leaves, going silent and more WATCH | How to CALL TURKEYS like the OLD SCHOOL PROS! Turkey Calling Demo with Ron "Coach" Watters - EP. 574 of The Southern

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#269 | Grouse, Shotguns and Bird Dogs with Jim Gerchy

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2024/04/26

In this episode we catch up with Jim Gerchy, grouse hunting guide at Pineridge Grouse Camp, to talk grouse hunting, bird dogs, shotguns and more. We also preview the Midwest Double Gun Classic at Horse and Hunt Club in Prior Lake, MN. Show Highlights: Jim's Perfect Margarita Recipe Fishing Adventures and Spring Pursuits Jim's Journey into Bird Hunting and Guiding The Art of Crow Hunting Guiding Grouse Hunters and Dog Training Philosophy Developing a Young Setter in the Field A Close

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80:18

#268 | More Spaniels, Shotguns, and Upland Adventures...

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/04/19

In this episode we cover more upland bird hunting and dog training as well as overcoming shooting challenges with seasoned hunting guide and dog trainer, Matty Rawlinson.Additionally, we cover the significance of gun fitting for wing shooting success, sharing insights into how a custom-fitted gun can enhance shooting accuracy. The episode also details Matty’s eye dominance discovery in shooting, revealing how switching shooting shoulders improved performance. Moreover, it introduces a new podcast

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#267 | Spaniels, Pointers, and South Texas Adventures...

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2024/04/12

An in-depth discussion with Matty Rawlinson of Heritage Gundogs and Outfitters, a dog trainer, hunting guide, and upland hunter from California, covering his extensive experience in bird hunting and dog training across challenging environments, notably South Texas.The conversation spans the importance of field trials, adaptation strategies for dogs in tough terrains, and intricacies of working with pointing dogs and flushers. Rawlinson also shares compelling stories from his adventures,

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#266 | Exploring the World and History of Pointing...

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2024/04/05

This podcast episode features an in-depth discussion with Craig Koshyk, a bird hunter, lover of hunting dogs and the author of 'Pointing Dogs Volume 1 and 2'.The conversation covers the origins, evolution, and nuances of pointing dogs, shedding light on the differences between European and North American practices. Craig recounts his extensive research and travels, offering insights into the history, breed traits, and nuances of hunting with pointing dogs. Furthermore, the episode delves into

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#265 | The Art and Science of Woodcock Banding: A...

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2024/03/29

Joined by Bailey Petersen of the MN DNR and Jerry Havel of Pineridge Grouse Camp and Upland Gun company, on this episode we explore the multifaceted practice of woodcock banding with pointing dogs.Learn about the challenges, and logistics of woodcock banding, including the impact of weather on migrations, the importance of choosing suitable sites, and the role of trained dogs. A brief discussion of Earl Johnson's legacy and impact on the Woodcock banding community is followed by the specifics of

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#264 | Birds on the Move: How GPS Technology...

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/03/22

In this episode of the Birdshot Podcast, host Nick and Dr. Erik Blomberg discuss the intricacies of the American Woodcock migration, based on recent research and GPS tracking. Dr. Blomberg shares insights into the Woodcock's migration patterns, stopover habitats, altitude during flights, and the impact of weather conditions on their migration. The discussion also covers the use of GPS tracking technology to understand these patterns, including the surprising site fidelity Woodcock exhibit towards

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#263 | 10 Years of the American Woodcock Society

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2024/03/15

Joined by Gabe Stone and Kevin Sterling of the American Woodcock Society we discuss woodcock migration reports, woodcock hunting, favorite woodcock recipes and much more.Show Highlights: Local woodcock reports It all started with turkeys for Kevin… MOU between Ruffed Grouse Society and Pheasants Forever Overlapping quail and woodcock habitat RGS’ largest forest conservation agreement ever on national forest Porcupines and self sabotage… Favorite woodcock recipes A user-generated woodcock

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#262 | The Tale of Buffalo Burton and Shotgun Dan

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/03/08

Joined by Tyler Burton and Dan Hornbaker we discuss their chance meeting on New Jersey public lands and their now mentor / mentee relationship.Show Highlights: Trap shooting and sporting clays A chance meeting in the woods New Jersey public lands Rookie mistakes and first hunts Famous last words, “if I buy another SxS…” Barrel length and shotguns trends Pheasant Fest was a great time! Who’s a better shot? Payloads, pellet counts and more… Bourbon preference ENTER TO WIN | Yeti

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#261 | Utah Forest Grouse Research with Logan Clark

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2024/03/01

Joined by Utah State grad student and upland hunter Logan Clark, we discuss an ongoing forest grouse research project.Show Highlights: Logan’s grouse hunting grandmother An interest and passion for birds A brief stint with bobwhite quail VHF versus GPS technology for gamebird research Forest Grouse Project at Utah State Dusky and sooty grouse Building a grouse trap Reverse migration of the dusky grouse Food sources for dusky grouse CONTACT | Logan Clark - clarklog95@gmail.com -

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#260 | Part Two of Grouse and Grouse Hunting with...

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/02/23

Joined by author and avid upland hunter Mark Parman, we continue our conversation on grouse, upland literature, shotguns and more.Show Highlights: Did you say “Bong Bridge” and “High Bridge” ? The amazing capabilities of feller bunchers What about the grouse cycle? A third book from Parman in the works… New England Grouse Shooting audio book from Project Upland What’s the current state of your gun lust? Admiration for the iconic white pine tree LISTEN | Episode #45 with Mark

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#259 | Grouse and Grouse Hunting with Mark Parman Part 1

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/02/16

Joined by author and avid upland hunter Mark Parman, we discuss unusual winter conditions, late season grouse hunting and more. Show Highlights: El nino conditions in the grouse woods When the grouse woods fight back Do you ever remember a late season like that? Scouting with onX Hunt Smart ass tendencies Cross country skiing and biathlon LISTEN | Episode #45 with Mark Parman READ | Among the Aspen and A Grouse Hunter’s Almanac CONTRIBUTE | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us |

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#258 | Quail Hunting, Bird Dogs and more with Mike...

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2024/02/09

Joined by vagabond upland hunter Mike Sheffer, we discuss his history as a bird hunter, bobwhite quail, bird dogs and more. Show Highlights: Rattlesnakes and snake avoidance The Northern Bobwhite quail Quail hunting Shooting the covey rise versus singles A Brittany man for life Jack the dog of a lifetime Turkeys over pointing dogs! On Bobwhite - Fred S. Guthery Bobs, Brush, and Brittanies - Joel Vance Single shot hammer gun + hacksaw = quail gun ENTER to WIN | onX Hunt Pheasant Fest

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#257 | Lone Duck Outfitters & Kennels with Bob Owens

Birdshot Podcast ·

2024/02/02

Joined by Bob Owens of Lone Duck Outfitters, we discuss Bob’s journey into the world of gun dogs, training techniques, grouse hunting and more. Show Highlights: Lone Duck Outfitters & Kennels Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! Bob’s love for gun dogs Common stumbling blocks for bird dog owners Setters and grouse Range, GPS, bells and more Southeastern Wildlife Expo FOLLOW | @loneduck WATCH | Lone Duck Outfitters & Kennels on YouTube ENTER to WIN | onX Hunt Pheasant Fest Giveaway SAVE

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