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#64 The map looks different when your dog disappears into the tundra and points white birds against white sky. Kenneth sits down with Brett Browning to trace a wild loop through Alaska, Idaho, South Dakota, Montana, and Arizona—breaking down the birds, the terrain, and the dog work that ties it all together. From 40-covey days on ptarmigan above Nome to blue grouse that vanish into Douglas firs, we dig into how scent really moves, why a pointer might be locked up with the wind at his back, and when to shorten range from 200-yard casts in chukar country to tight, careful work along CRP and corn edges for pheasants.

We get practical about the hard parts: packing for relentless rain on spongy tundra, using GPS when the sky closes in, and protecting pads with simple, proven care. Brett shares a clean recovery plan—water, rest, and getting calories in quickly—plus the training conversations that help a dog adjust across habitats. If you’ve wondered how to turn late-season sharp-tail flushes into chances, or how to pick honest cover for pointing dogs in pheasant country, you’ll hear field-tested answers.

Arizona gets its due with a clear guide to Gambel’s, scaled, and the gentleman Mearns quail that hold like few wild birds do. We talk seasons, elevations, and the rare days you can take all three species without moving the truck. Along the way, expect fresh takes on public access, honest gear, and mixed dog teams that pair pointers with a steady retriever. If you love bird dogs and big country, this one will reset your plans for the season ahead.

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