Birdshot Podcast

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

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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

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.

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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...

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.

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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

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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.

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On the Wing host Bob St.Pierre kicks off the show with a recap of his recent visit to Washington, D.C. to mod...

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

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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...

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.

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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 of shotguns

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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.

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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 cover

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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.

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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

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LISTEN | More Jeremy Moore on Birdshot Podcast: Episode #227, #231 and #232

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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.

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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 synchrony

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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.

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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 setter pup for Kevin Spring rains and grouse brooding condition speculation Re...