The North American Waterfowler

Opening weekend of teal season is officially in the books, and I’m recording this one straight from the truck on the drive home. It was a hot one—literally. We spent the weekend sweating through some brutal early-season weather, but the teal cooperated and we had a ton of success. In this episode, I recap the entire weekend: what we saw, how the birds worked, the hunts that went right, the things we learned, and what opening weekend looked like from the marsh. And somehow, after an already successful weekend, we finished it off with one of the best teal hunts I’ve ever been a part of. No studio and no big production on this one. Just a road-home conversation while everything from the weekend is still fresh in my mind. Opening weekend is here. Duck season has begun. Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://www.flightdayammo.comCode: NAW10 Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comCode: FDH10 TIDEWEhttps://www.tidewe.comCode: FDH18 Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Slayer Callshttps://www.slayercalls.com Retay USAhttps://www.retayusa.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 301 of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott sits down with Patreon guest DL Greise to talk about his journey into waterfowl hunting. DL started duck hunting in East Tennessee without much experience or anyone to show him the ropes. After a season of trying to figure it out on his own, he eventually found a mentor and began expanding his hunting beyond Tennessee. We talk about hunting Reelfoot Lake, Arkansas leases, an incredible dove hunting trip to Argentina, pheasant hunting in South Dakota, Florida diver hunting, and the lessons DL has learned during several years of freelancing North Dakota. We also get into field hunting versus water hunting, scouting, expectations on destination hunts, shotguns, ammunition, waders, and plenty of stories from years spent figuring out waterfowl hunting along the way. Before the conversation, Elliott also discusses the newly released waterfowl breeding population numbers and what they may mean heading into the 2026 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contact Elliott: Freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support The Show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Episode 300 of the North American Waterfowler Podcast! In this episode, I talk about the upcoming teal season, scouting, current habitat conditions, and one of the most important regions for North American waterfowl—the Prairie Pothole Region. I also dig into Ducks Unlimited and the growing debate among duck hunters about the organization. Why do some hunters distrust DU? Where does the money go? How much habitat is actually being conserved? And how important is protecting breeding habitat in the Prairie Pothole Region to the future of duck hunting? Rather than just giving my opinion, I look at the numbers, discuss some of the criticism directed at Ducks Unlimited, and explain why I believe conservation on the breeding grounds matters to every duck hunter—no matter where they hunt. Thanks to everyone who has supported the North American Waterfowler Podcast through 300 episodes! NAW PARTNERS TideWe.com (Code NAW18) Retay Shotguns (RetayUSA.com) FlightDayAmmo.com (NAW10) Slayer Duck Calls (SlayerCalls.Com) Shotty Gear (ShottyGear.Com Code FDH10) Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Thanks to all of our partners for supporting the North American Waterfowler Podcast. #DuckHunting #DucksUnlimited #Waterfowl #PrairiePotholeRegion #WaterfowlHunting #DuckConservation #TealHunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blue-Winged Teal Duckling Survival Jumped From 20% to 70% | Grant Rhodes Biologist Grant Rhodes returns to the North American Waterfowler Podcast for the third year in a row to share what he learned during his fourth field season studying Blue-winged Teal across the Prairie Pothole Region. Grant and his team are using drones equipped with thermal imaging, radio telemetry, and uniquely marked hens to study Blue-winged Teal broods and better understand what actually drives duckling survival. And this year produced some incredible results. After seeing duckling survival around 20% in previous years, Grant's raw numbers from this season showed survival approaching 70%. What changed? Water. We discuss how wet conditions across the breeding grounds created more seasonal wetlands, increased food and invertebrate availability, provided better concealment from predators, spread broods across the landscape, and allowed young teal to move between wetlands. We also get into: • Why Blue-winged Teal were chosen for this research• How thermal drones are changing the way researchers count duck broods• Why nest predation was so severe during the Saskatchewan years• Ravens and their impact on nesting success• Predator management and nest survival• Why some broods traveled as far as a mile• A hen that went from 11 ducklings to 21 through brood adoption• What ducklings are eating during their first weeks of life• Why Grant believes we could see a significant increase in Blue-winged Teal following this year's production• What harvest really means for Blue-winged Teal populations• Why habitat and breeding-ground conditions remain so important to waterfowl populations• Where Grant's research goes from here This is Grant's fourth field season studying Blue-winged Teal and his third appearance on the podcast. Each year we've been able to follow the research as it develops, and this may be the most interesting year yet. Join the Freelance Duck Hunting Patreon:patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Thanks to the partners of the North American Waterfowler Podcast: TideWe — NAW18 for 18% offRetay Shotguns — retayusa.comFlight Day Ammunition — flightdayammo.comSlayer Duck Calls — slayercalls.comMammoth Guardian Dog Crates — Search Mammoth Guardian Dog Crate on AmazonShoddy Gear — shoddygear.com — Code FDH10 #BlueWingedTeal #DuckHunting #Waterfowl #WaterfowlHunting #DuckResearch #WaterfowlBiology #PrairiePotholeRegion #NorthAmericanWaterfowler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contact Elliott: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com support the show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Partners of the Show Retay Shotgunshttps://www.retayusa.com/ Slayer Duck Callshttps://www.slayercalls.com/ TIDEWE — Code: NAW18https://www.tidewe.com/ Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothguardian.com/ Flight Day Ammunition — Code: NAW ⁠https://flightdayammo.com/⁠ Shotty Gear — Code: FDH10⁠ https://shottygear.com/⁠ The Klamath Basin is one of the most important waterfowl landscapes in the Pacific Flyway—but in recent years, drought, water shortages, and devastating avian botulism outbreaks have taken an enormous toll. In 2024 alone, an estimated 140,000 birds died from avian botulism. On this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I’m joined by Jeff McCreary, Director of Operations for Ducks Unlimited’s Western Region, and Dr. Dan Smith, Ducks Unlimited waterfowl research scientist. We break down why Klamath is so important, the complicated battle over water in the basin, how avian botulism kills waterfowl, and an innovative new approach called Flowthrough that could help provide water for wetlands, reduce botulism outbreaks, improve habitat, benefit fish—and create better hunting opportunities. There is plenty of doom and gloom surrounding waterfowl and habitat today. This conversation is different. There are people working together to find solutions, and there is legitimate reason for hope at Klamath. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Damien Pittman of Punisher Waterfowl joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about his life in waterfowl hunting. Damien grew up in Newfoundland, where hunting looked a lot different than the decoy-and-calling style most of us picture today. We talk about those early years, leaving Newfoundland, his 20-year military career, getting back into duck hunting, and eventually building Punisher Waterfowl. We also get into what waterfowl hunting looks like today in Ontario, early Canada goose season, hunting pressure, the differences between Canadian and American waterfowling, the growth of his podcast, and why he recently brought everything under the Punisher Waterfowl name. Along the way, we talk about the relationships this community creates, the toxicity that sometimes shows up online, taking risks, learning from failure, and why no duck is worth risking your life over. A great conversation with a guy I really enjoyed getting to know. THANK YOU TO THE PARTNERS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PODCAST 🔹 Retay Shotguns — Check out the ACE and ACE-R lineup of 12, 20 and 28 gauge shotguns. 🔹 Slayer Duck Calls — MC, YOLO Bypass and more. Check out Slayer’s Call of the Wild training resources to improve your calling. 🔹 TideWe — Waders, heated gear, blinds and more.Code: NAW18 for 18% off 🔹 Shotty Gear — Waterfowl gear including backpacks, gun cases, shell pouches and more.Code: FDH10 🔹 Flight Day Ammunition — Maximum Payload steel ammunition.Code: NAW10 🔹 Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates — Heavy-duty dog crates with the roll cage attachment for added protection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Ayer, owner and founder of Slayer Duck Calls, joins me for a conversation that goes far beyond duck calls. Bill shares his story of playing Division I football at Cal, chasing the dream of making it to the NFL, building a successful career in the business world, and eventually taking the leap to turn his passion for making duck calls into Slayer Duck Calls. We also get into elk hunting, the obsessive curiosity that led Bill to start building and experimenting with calls, the story behind Slayer, and how his faith in Christ has shaped his life and the company he’s building. This ended up being one of my favorite conversations in a long time. It’s about hunting and duck calls, but it’s also about faith, purpose, identity, and finding what you were meant to do. Here’s a clean block you can put at the bottom of the episode description. I have your codes for four of the partners; I don’t have a confirmed discount code for Retay or Slayer, so I would not invent one. Email: FreelanceDuckHunting@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Retay Shotgunswww.retayusa.com Slayer Duck Callswww.SlayerCalls.com TideWe — Use code NAW18 for 18% offTideWe.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Flight Day Ammunition — Use code NAW10www.flightdayammo.com Shotty Gear — Use code FDH10 for 10% offwww.shottygear.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Contact Elliott: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting I'm on the road to the Ducks Unlimited Expo and decided to record this episode from the truck. During the drive, I found myself reflecting on the 2025 waterfowl season and the three hunts that stand out above all the rest. From incredible bird numbers to unforgettable moments with friends and Georgie, these are the hunts I'll remember for years to come. What was your most memorable hunt of the 2025 season? Let me know in the comments. Partners TideWehttps://www.tidewe.com Use code FDH18 Retay USAhttps://retayusa.com Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayerduckcalls.com Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.com Use code FDH10 Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.com Use code NAW10 Mammoth Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 293 This week I welcome Kansas outfitter Wade Skeen to the podcast for an in-depth discussion on some of the biggest issues facing waterfowl hunting today. Topics include:• North Dakota's 2026 fall flight forecast• Duck numbers and migration timing• Nonresident hunting pressure• Should guides and outfitters be regulated?• Hunting pressure, social media, and the future of Kansas waterfowl hunting• Farming practices and how they may be influencing duck distribution Wade brings the unique perspective of someone who spent years as a freelance public land hunter before building a successful outfitting business in Kansas. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a thoughtful conversation that looks at both sides of some of the most debated topics in waterfowling today. Thank you to the partners who help make this podcast possible: Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comUse code NAW10 for 10% off. Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comUse code FDH10 for 10% off. Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayerduckcalls.com Retay USAhttps://retayusa.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.comUse code GUARDIAN15 for 15% off. The North American Waterfowler AppDownload on iOS and Android for exclusive hunting content, migration reports, and more. Support the podcast and enter the 2026 Hunt & Gear Giveaway:https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take Action Now!! Submit your public comment/Sign the petitionhttps://www.ducks.org/save-the-duck-factory For decades, duck hunters have invested in protecting the Prairie Pothole Region through duck stamp purchases and wetland easements. Now, a proposed change by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service could weaken protections for more than 1.7 million acres of these critical wetlands. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Scott Stephens, Senior Director of Conservation Strategy for Ducks Unlimited, and Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, to break down exactly what's happening, why it matters, and what it could mean for the future of waterfowl hunting. We discuss: • What wetland easements are and how they work• What drain tile setbacks are and why they matter• Why Ducks Unlimited is urging hunters to take action• How this could affect duck production in the Prairie Pothole Region• The science behind the current 2024 rule• What every waterfowl hunter can do before the August 7 comment deadline This is an issue that goes beyond politics or social media arguments. If you care about ducks, duck hunting, and the future of the resource, this is a conversation you need to hear. If you found this episode valuable, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another waterfowler. The more hunters who understand what's at stake, the stronger our voice will be. Partners Mentioned in This Episode Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com Flight Day Ammunition (Use code NAW10 for 10% off)https://flightdayammo.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Retay USAhttps://retayusa.com Shotty Gear (Use code FDH10 for 10% off)https://shottygear.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I talk about why that first teal sighting means so much, take you through a recent scouting trip that led me to a promising new duck hole, announce my new partnership with Retay Shotguns, and discuss an important conservation issue involving proposed changes to wetland drain tile setbacks in the Prairie Pothole Region. Topics include:• The first teal sighting of 2026• Scouting a new public land duck hole• Why I made the move from Weatherby to Retay• Upcoming Ducks Unlimited episode on drain tile setbacks• Comment of the Week: Permanent Daylight Saving Time If you're headed to the Ducks Unlimited Expo in Memphis, stop by the Shotty Gear booth and say hello! Patreon: https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Thanks for listening, and as always, good luck this season. Partners featured in this episode: Retay Shotguns – Proud to announce my new partnership with Retay and why I made the move. Flight Day Ammunition – Premium steel shot ammunition built for serious waterfowl hunters. Use code NAW10 for 10% off. Shotty Gear – High-quality hunting gear designed by waterfowlers for waterfowlers. Use code FDH10 for 10% off. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Built to help keep your retriever safe while traveling to and from the marsh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the New Zealand hunt, there was a kid in Georgia who became completely obsessed with waterfowl after shooting a single wood duck. In this episode, I sit down with Southern Flight Podcast host Robby Nelson to talk about the journey that followed. We discuss growing up in a state with limited duck hunting opportunities, building one of the fastest-growing waterfowl podcasts, quitting a steady job to create a life centered around chasing ducks, and what it means to be a true North American Waterfowler. We also dive into Robby's recent New Zealand waterfowl adventure, public land hunting, social media, conservation, flooded corn, podcasting, and why some of us simply can't get enough of this sport. Partners Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.com Code: NAW10 Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.com Code: FDH10 Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Code: GUARDIAN15 Weatherbyhttps://weatherby.com Become a Patreon member and support the podcast while earning entries into the 2026 North American Waterfowler Hunt & Gear Giveaway. https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contact Elliott: Freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support Elliott: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting I just got back from Orlando after spending a few days with the TideWe team at ICAST. It was a great trip, but it also reminded me of something I've realized more and more over the years...the older I get, the more I crave the middle of nowhere. In this episode I talk about why crowds leave me daydreaming about the Nebraska Sandhills, wall tents, and the peace that only wild places seem to provide. I also answer a listener question about hunting geese and ducks from sandbars, share some thoughts on dealing with anger and life's struggles, and wrap things up with another Woody's Top 5. Partners: Shotty Gearhttps://www.shottygear.comCode: FDH10 Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://www.flightdayammo.comCode: NAW10 Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Weatherbyhttps://weatherby.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Vix returns to the North American Waterfowler Podcast for another campfire-style conversation covering everything from social media's impact on duck hunting to California waterfowling, OnX, spinning-wing decoys, and bringing home a new finished retriever. We dig into the increasingly common claim that "social media has ruined duck hunting" and ask a simple question: How? Is the hunting itself actually worse, or have expectations and hunting culture changed more than the hunting? We also discuss: California duck hunting and public land Season structures and youth/veteran hunts OnX vs. spinning-wing decoys—which changed duck hunting more? Buying a finished retriever instead of raising a puppy Transitioning from an aging hunting dog to a new partner Early teal season and why it's one of our favorite times of year If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about duck hunting, conservation, dogs, and the culture surrounding our sport, this is an episode you'll enjoy. Want to watch future podcast recordings live and interact during the show? Join the North American Waterfowler Patreon:https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Partners Weatherby ShotgunsWhether you're chasing teal in September or late-season mallards, Weatherby shotguns are built for reliability and performance in the marsh. Learn more at https://weatherby.com. Flight Day AmmunitionPremium waterfowl ammunition built by hunters who understand what matters when birds are working the decoys. Visit https://flightdayammo.com and use code FDH10 to save. Shotty GearFrom shotgun accessories to practical gear for the field, Shotty Gear has products designed with waterfowl hunters in mind. Visit https://shottygear.com and use code FDH10. Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesProtect your retriever with the Mammoth Guardian Dog Crate—built with strength and safety for serious hunting dogs. Visit https://mammothpet.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Partners Mentioned Shotty Gear – https://shottygear.comCode: FDH10 (10% Off) Weatherby – https://weatherby.com Flight Day Ammunition – https://flightdayammo.comCode: NAW10 (10% Off) Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – https://mammothpet.com North American Waterfowler App – Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Support the Podcast / Giveaway Entry – https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting This week I'm sharing two of the biggest lessons I've learned after decades of chasing ducks on public water. We dive into why hunting the same spots year after year can actually hold you back, why expanding your scouting footprint matters, and how becoming an expert on your local marshes and refuges can dramatically improve your success. I also discuss how years of observation have changed the way I understand bird movement, water levels, and seasonal habitat changes. To wrap things up, I tell the story of a recent overnight scouting trip that turned into one of the strangest camping experiences I've ever had. I'm still convinced there's a logical explanation...but it made for an unforgettable night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duck season is getting closer, and it's officially that time of year when the scouting starts, the decoys come back out, and sleep gets a little harder to find. In this episode I talk about why preseason scouting is already underway and what I'm seeing as we get closer to opening day. Then we break down Oklahoma's new commercial waterfowl guide law (SB 2095), what it actually does, why it was passed, and whether other states like Kansas should consider something similar. After that, Patreon member Zach Seibert joins me to talk about hunting Black Brant on the West Coast. If you've never hunted or even seen a Brant, I think you'll enjoy learning about one of North America's most unique waterfowl hunts. And finally... Woody is back! It's been way too long. He shares another Johnny Cat story before counting down his latest Woody's Top 5, this time with some hilarious nicknames for hunters who shoot ducks on the water. Thanks for listening, and if you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the podcast with another waterfowler. Flight Day AmmunitionSave 10% with code NAW10Website: flightdayammo.com Shotty GearInnovative shotgun accessories designed to make your hunts more efficient and enjoyable.Website: shottygear.com Code FDH10 Mammoth Guardian CratesBuilt to keep your dog safe whether you're headed to training or hunting across the country. Website: mammothpet.com WeatherbyCheck out their full lineup at:Website: weatherby.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most duck hunters spend a lot of time thinking about weather, migration, and habitat. But how often do we think about the people growing the crops that waterfowl depend on every fall and winter? In this episode, I'm joined by Nebraska agronomist and waterfowler Jared Samuelson. Jared works directly with farmers throughout the growing season, giving him a unique perspective on modern agriculture and how it intersects with duck hunting. We discuss crop production, irrigation, the Ogallala Aquifer, waste grain after harvest, pesticides, changing farming practices, and how all of these factors may influence the future of waterfowl hunting. Jared also shares the unbelievable story of the massive pit blind he and his friends built—and the unexpected disaster that nearly destroyed it. Whether you're a farmer, a waterfowler, or simply curious about what happens long before ducks arrive each fall, I think you'll enjoy this conversation. Partners Shotty GearWaterproof gear built by hunters, for hunters.Save 10% with code FDH10 at ShottyGear.com Flight Day AmmunitionMaximum payload. More pellets. Better patterns.Save 10% with code NAW10 at FlightDayAmmo.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesProtect your retriever without paying premium kennel prices.Learn more at MammothPet.com WeatherbyDependable shotguns and rifles built for hunters.Visit Weatherby.com Support the Podcast Join the North American Waterfowler Patreon community for exclusive live recordings, bonus content, and direct interaction with guests. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Contact Email: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com North American Waterfowler App:https://www.thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com Thanks for listening! If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following the show and leaving a rating or review wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Contact Elliott: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Every waterfowler has a story, and today you get to meet Zach Seibert. Zach was this month's Patreon Podcast winner, and after the wheel landed on his name, we sat down to talk about how he found his way back into hunting, what eventually pulled him into waterfowl hunting, and why he became completely hooked. We discuss growing up in California, learning to hunt deer and turkeys as an adult, his first duck hunt, hunting public refuges, decoy strategies, gear, shotguns, and what keeps him coming back to the marsh every season. These Patreon winner episodes have become some of my favorites because they give us a chance to hear the stories of everyday North American waterfowlers. No celebrities. No agenda. Just hunters sharing the experiences that shaped them. I hope you enjoy getting to know Zach as much as I did. Support the companies that help make the North American Waterfowler Podcast possible! Shotty Gear – Premium waterfowl gear designed by waterfowlers, for waterfowlers. Save 10% with code FDH10 at ShottyGear.com. Flight Day Ammunition – Maximum payload. Slower velocity. Better patterns. Save 10% with code NAW10 at FlightDayAmmo.com. Weatherby – From the Element shotgun line to legendary rifles, Weatherby continues to build firearms hunters can depend on. Learn more at Weatherby.com. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Safe, affordable protection for your retriever on the road. Search Mammoth Guardian Dog Crate on Amazon or visit MammothPet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I'm joined by former Flyway Federation Executive Director Duke Lowrie for a conversation about one of the most debated topics in modern waterfowl hunting. Over the past several years, studies have shown that species like mallards and northern pintails are completing their fall migration farther north than they did decades ago. The question is why. Duke shares why he believes unharvested flooded agriculture is one of the factors changing duck distribution, why Flyway Federation is pushing for a large-scale GIS study to quantify how much flooded agriculture exists across the landscape, and why he believes more research is needed before the debate can be settled. We also discuss: Duke's background and how he became involved in waterfowl advocacy The origins and mission of Flyway Federation The proposed GIS study and what it hopes to answer Whether flooded agriculture is changing duck migration Moist-soil habitat vs. flooded corn Public land hunting and changing duck distribution Louisiana harvest numbers and what they may (or may not) tell us Duke's appointment to the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission What the future of waterfowl management could look like Whether you agree with Duke's conclusions or not, I think you'll find this to be a thoughtful conversation about an issue that continues to generate debate among hunters across North America. Partners: Shotty Gear – https://shottygear.com (Code: FDH10) Flight Day Ammunition – https://flightdayammo.com (Code: NAW10) Weatherby – https://weatherby.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – https://mammoth.pet Support the show and get exclusive content:https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices