You learn a lot poking around out there. From government tracts owned by the forest service, to walk-in ground that changes every year. We'll cover the things you need to know to get started - but experienced hunters will also find a tip or two on planning, research, tactics when you get there and going where nobody else goes.

Listeners chime in no bird populations this season, and share their opening day joys, and I advocate for remote-control bird launchers.

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