Birdshot Podcast

By Nick Larson

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 wingshoot... more

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Birdshot Podcast episodes:

June 21, 2024#276 | A Conversation from the Ugly Dog Podcast with Mike Neiduski
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 Round aka “a rolling plains thunderstorm”

FOLLOW | @uglydoghuntingco

LISTEN | to the Ugly Dog Podcast

GEAR UP | at Ugly Dog Hunting Company

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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1h 50min
June 14, 2024#275 | Choke Tubes and Patterning with Scott Trulock of Trulock Chokes
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 steel
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FOLLOW | @trulockchokes

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

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1h 17min
June 07, 2024#274 | Choosing The Right Bird Dog for You with Craig Doherty
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 Red, Irish Red and Outlaw Red by Jim Kjelgaard
More Books: Wing & Shot and Snakefoot by Bob Wehle
And One More Book: Partridge Rambles and Partridge Adventures by William Claflin

LISTEN | Episode #72 with Craig Doherty and Episode #31 with Jason Curtis on hunting in New Brunswick

VOLUNTEER | Prairie Creek WMA: Koester Prairie Hands-On Habitat Workdays

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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1h 9min
May 24, 2024#273 | A Walk Through Woodcock Cover with Lindsey Shartell of Woodcock Minnesota
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 Workdays

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

FOLLOW | @murrayandizzie and @woodcockminnesota

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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57min
May 17, 2024#272 | Quail and Turkey Talk with Ryan Sparks of Quail Forever
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 sitting and blind calling
Support Quail Forever and Pheasants Forever

VOLUNTEER | Prairie Creek WMA: Koester Prairie Hands-On Habitat Workdays

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

FOLLOW | @1.ryan.sparks.1 and @quail_forever

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1h 12min
May 10, 2024#271 | More Turkey Hunting Tips and Tactics with Jacob Myers
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 SCHOOL PROS! Turkey Calling Demo with Ron "Coach" Watters - EP. 574 of The Southern Outdoorsman Podcast

VOLUNTEER | Prairie Creek WMA: Koester Prairie Hands-On Habitat Workdays

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

FOLLOW | @thesouthern_outdoorsmen and @thegingerbowhunter

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

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1h 19min
May 03, 2024#270 | Basic Turkey Hunting Tips and Tactics with Jacob Myers Part 1
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 Outdoorsman Podcast

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

FOLLOW | @thesouthern_outdoorsmen and @thegingerbowhunter

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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1h 11min
April 26, 2024#269 | Grouse, Shotguns and Bird Dogs with Jim Gerchy
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 Encounter with a Timber Wolf
Adventures in Grouse Hunting: Bears, Woodcock, and More
Exploring Grouse Habitat: Jack Pine and Beyond
A Unique 14 Gauge Shotgun Story
Looking Forward to the Midwest Double Gun Classic

REGISTER | Midwest Double Gun Classic

FOLLOW | @autumnfeathers

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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1h 15min
April 19, 2024#268 | More Spaniels, Shotguns, and Upland Adventures with Matty Rawlinson
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 focused on Spaniel field trials to foster interest in the discipline, covering topics from puppy development to field trial strategies.

Show Highlights:
Listener's Question: Training Young Pups for Hunting
Matty Rawlinson's Hunting Season Recap and Dog Training Philosophy
Choosing the Right Dog Breed for Hunting
Personal Experiences and Preferences in Dog Breeds
The Importance of Dog Breed Selection Based on Hunting Style
Exploring Forest Grouse Hunting Techniques
The Significance of Gun Fitting for Hunters
Launching a Spaniel-Focused Podcast: Spaniels in the Field
Final Thoughts and Upcoming Plans

LEARN MORE | heritagegundogs.com

FOLLOW | @heritage.gundogs

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

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1h 20min
April 12, 2024#267 | Spaniels, Pointers, and South Texas Adventures with Matty Rawlinson
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, underscoring the critical role of understanding dog behavior in various hunting scenarios.

Show Highlights:
Birdshot Podcast Inbox: A boot recommendation
Catching Up with Matty Rawlinson: Dog Trainer and Upland Hunter
Matty's Adventures and Insights on Upland Bird Hunting
The Intricacies of Training Spaniels for Field Trials
The Constant Training Journey with Spaniels
The Art of Hunting with Pointing and Flushing Dogs
The Dynamics of Dog Hunting Styles
Learning from the Pros: Insights on Pointing Dogs
Challenges and Strategies in South Texas Hunting
The Importance of Letting Dogs 'Get Loose'
Navigating the Unexpected: Stories from the Field

LEARN MORE | heritagegundogs.com

FOLLOW | @heritage.gundogs

SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

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1h 11min

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