In this episode of The Voice of the Duck Hunter, host Joel Brice sits down with Patrick Gaylord, a former pro baseball player turned hunting enthusiast and coach. Together, they explore the intersection of youth athletics, the challenges of modern life, and how activities like travel sports and screen time are competing with hunting for kids' time and attention. Patrick shares his journey from growing up in Texas, excelling at the University of Houston, to coaching high-level prospects in North Dakota, where he rediscovered his passion for the outdoors.Join us as we discuss hunter recruitment, the dynamics of hunting families, and how to connect the next generation to the joys of the hunt—while reminiscing about baseball and warmer days. Host: Joel Brice Guest: Patrick GaylordDelta Waterfowl: https://deltawaterfowl.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeltaFans/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deltawaterfowl/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeltaWaterfowl/

In this episode of The Voice of the Duck Hunter, host Joel Brice sits down with Patrick Gaylord, a former pro baseball player turned hunting enthusiast and coach. Together, they explore the intersection of youth athletics, the challenges of modern life, and how activities like travel sports and screen time are competing with hunting for kids' time and attention. Patrick shares his journey from growing up in Texas, excelling at the University of Houston, to coaching high-level prospects in North Dakota, where he rediscovered his passion for the outdoors. Join us as we discuss hunter recruitment, the dynamics of hunting families, and how to connect the next generation to the joys of the hunt—while reminiscing about baseball and warmer days. Host: Joel Brice Guest: Patrick Gaylord Delta Waterfowl: https://deltawaterfowl.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeltaFans/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deltawaterfowl/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeltaWaterfowl/

In this episode of The Voice of the Duck Hunter, host Joel Brice sits down with Patrick Gaylord, a former pro baseball player turned hunting enthusiast and coach. Together, they explore the intersection of youth athletics, the challenges of modern life, and how activities like travel sports and screen time are competing with hunting for kids' time and attention. Patrick shares his journey from growing up in Texas, excelling at the University of Houston, to coaching high-level prospects in North Dakota, where he rediscovered his passion for the outdoors.Join us as we discuss hunter recruitment, the dynamics of hunting families, and how to connect the next generation to the joys of the hunt—while reminiscing about baseball and warmer days. Host: Joel Brice Guest: Patrick GaylordDelta Waterfowl: https://deltawaterfowl.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeltaFans/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deltawaterfowl/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeltaWaterfowl/

Baseball to the Blind—Balancing Sports, Life, and Duck Hunting | ep. 60

Welcome to The Voice of the Duck Hunter — the official podcast of Delta Waterfowl, the Duck Hunters Organization. Each episode dives deep into the world of duck hunting, wetland conservation, and the people driving the future of waterfowling. From prairie potholes to Capitol Hill, we share stories and insights from biologists, policy leaders, gear experts, and dedicated hunters who live for migration. Discover how research, habitat conservation, duck production tools, and smart policies keep ducks flying — and why your voice as a duck hunter is more important than ever. Tune in for:-Waterfowl population trends and breeding-ground science-Habitat restoration and conservation policy breakdowns-Gear innovation, retriever training, and hunting strategy-Hunter recruitment and education (First Hunt, University Hunting Program)-Conversations from the marsh — stories, heritage, and community Whether you’re chasing ducks in the prairies, pursuing divers along the coast, hunting them in southern timber, or just a passionate waterfowl enthusiast, this show connects the science and stories that make healthy duck populations and duck hunting possible. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen — and join the movement that uses science-based solutions to produce ducks, conserve prairie wetlands, and ensure the future of waterfowl hunting. Visit deltawaterfowl.org to learn more about our efforts to achieve our vision of abundant ducks and endless opportunities for all waterfowl hunters.

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Welcome to The Voice of the Duck Hunter — the official podcast of Delta Waterfowl, the Duck Hunters Organization. Each episode dives deep into the world of duck hunting, wetland conservation, and the people driving the future of waterfowling. From prairie potholes to Capitol Hill, we share stories and insights from biologists, policy leaders, gear experts, and dedicated hunters who live for migration. Discover how research, habitat conservation, duck production tools, and smart policies keep ducks flying — and why your voice as a duck hunter is more important than ever. Tune in for: -Waterfowl population trends and breeding-ground science -Habitat restoration and conservation policy breakdowns -Gear innovation, retriever training, and hunting strategy -Hunter recruitment and education (First Hunt, University Hunting Program) -Conversations from the marsh — stories, heritage, and community Whether you’re chasing ducks in the prairies, pursuing divers along the coast, hunting them in southern timber, or just a passionate waterfowl enthusiast, this show connects the science and stories that make healthy duck populations and duck hunting possible. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen — and join the movement that uses science-based solutions to produce ducks, conserve prairie wetlands, and ensure the future of waterfowl hunting. Visit deltawaterfowl.org to learn more about our efforts to achieve our vision of abundant ducks and endless opportunities for all waterfowl hunters.

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