Gun Dog It Yourself

By Nick Adair

DIY gundog trainers and enthusiasts discussing all topics pertaining to hunting and living with dogs.... more

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November 18, 2023227. A Guided Client's Perspective
Brian Robinson of C Woodcock & Co. sat down with me after my previous conversation with Stephen Faust to provide his thoughts and perspective of what its like being a client on a true Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock hunt.
A return client to Pineridge Grouse Camp. What makes this camp such a unique experience?
Brians intro to Ruffed Grouse
Vintage gear compared to modern needs
Brians experience with wing shooting prior to the guided hunts
First impressions from his Ruffed Grouse hunt
Clarity and focus while pursuing Grouse
Hunting around dogs for the first time in the Grouse woods
Biggest piece of advice to the new Ruffed Grouse hunter
The FIRST bird
What makes a good guide?
What makes a good grouse camp?
A Break in the Action Podcast
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Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
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52min
November 14, 2023226. A Guide's Perspective w/ Stephen Faust
Experienced Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock guide for Pineridge Grouse Camp, Stephen Faust of Stoneybrook Gordon Setters, joins me for a tailgate lunch between hunts to talk about some of his takeaways after so many years in the woods guiding beginner and experienced hunters alike.
Why Gordon Setters?
Keeping genetics fresh with imported dogs
How did Stephen fall into guiding?
Old stands with the right understory and food sources
Switching from Grouse to Woodcock in the southeast
Using Woodcock to develop a Grouse dog?
Different bird scents
Being stewards of the Woodcock population while still hunting them
Should you shoot Woodcock if you don't plan on eating them?
Guiding 101 and considerations for new timers
More impactful: a person's first grouse or the dog's first grouse?
Pineridge Grouse Camp's daily announcements
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Final Rise
Upland Gun Company
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1h 7min
November 11, 2023BDS Update #11
Jim Burris joins me again to catch up on recent hunting trips and go over the upcoming events for the Bird Dog Society!
Hunting season catch up
Trip troubles and challenges
Webinars
12/14 Intro to Upland Hunting (Jim Burris)
1/18 Intro to AKC Field Trials (Terry Ann)
2/8 Shed Hunting w/ Bird Dogs (Tom Dokken)
Annual shed hunt will be on 3/9
Pheasant Fest in Sioux Falls, SD
St. Huberts Trial moved to SC!
FEB 3rd and 4th at H Cooper Black Field Trial in Cheraw, SC
Registration opening soon!
Registration opening soon for the "Troubles with Bird Dogs" event at Old Hemlock in WV on May 4th
New KY Ambassador: Wayne Randall
Corporate memberships are now available for businesses!
BDS merchandise will be 10% off during the month of NOV with code BDS10
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Final Rise
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30min
November 09, 2023225. The Most Effective Grouse Dogs w/ Kyle Warren (Part 2)
Part 2 of my conversation with Kyle Warren discussing the common characteristics and process of building the most effective grouse dogs.
Dependence on the handler is a good thing!
Your hunting preference
"Riding the dog"
Ruffed Grouse daily behaviors throughout the season
The importance of conifer trees
Late season in snow
Are woodcock good or bad for building a grouse dog?
Kyles thoughts on how to develop a grouse dog
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Final Rise
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1h 29min
November 07, 2023224. The Most Effective Grouse Dogs w/ Kyle Warren (Part 1)
I recently linked up with Kyle Warren on my trail through Michigan. After getting some hunts knocked out we sat down to a nice hard earned grouse dinner and hit the record button afterwards. This is Part 1 of a long conversation discussing the qualities of "the most effective grouse dogs."
New York grouse hunting in comparison to Michigan
Public vs Private land access
Why the love and focus on Ruffed Grouse?
Self imposed hunting ethics
The common characteristics amongst the most effective grouse dogs
Seeing tracking dogs work in person

Ep. 115. True Dogs vs Tracking Dogs (Part 1)
Ep. 116. True Dogs vs Tracking Dogs (Part 2)
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Final Rise
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1h 12min
November 02, 2023 GDIY Profile | Matt Millbauer
NAME: Matt Millbauer | Bauermill.shop | Facebook
BREED: Springer Spaniels (2)
LOCATION: Kennewick, WA
TARGETS: Pheasant, Valley Quail, Chukar
FAVORITE EPISODES: The Jordan Horak episodes

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE!
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Final Rise
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40min
October 31, 2023223. Ammo Selection w/ Del Whitman
I sat down with Del Whitman of D.C. Whitman Custom Gunsmithing to discuss the basics of selecting the proper ammunition to effectively and ethically hunt your targeted game.
Local grouse hunting update
Pointer & flusher combo on grouse
Getting into ballistics
Appropriate ammo for vintage shotguns
Low pressure loads
Analyzing the ammo for the actual gun you're using
The components of a shotgun shell
High brass vs low brass?
Assessing the types of shot
Patterning the shot
Lead vs non-toxic shot
Shot size and the pellet count reference chart
Different shot per barrel?
Picking the correct shell off the shelf
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Final Rise
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1h 39min
October 26, 2023222. Wrapping Up Idaho Birdcamp
As the Idaho Chukar trip comes to a close, I sit down with Spencer Daines and Doug Davis to recap the trip along with a bunch of other rabbit holes.
Bittersweet last days at bird camp
Are the bucket list trips worth it? Do they live up to expectations?
Physical preparation for big trips
Dog preparation in high heat and feet
Finding spots
Budget friendly trip tips
Travel partners help split the cost
Realistic expectations for your dogs
The butter on toast= dog work!
Chukar hunting stories
Shooting birds is tough on the side of a mountain
The bad days make the good days
Trip highlights
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Final Rise
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1h 48min
October 24, 2023221. BPro Kennels
On my way to Idaho I made a pitstop to link up with Ben Proctor of BPro Kennels and overhaul my travel setup for the dogs!
Intro to Ben Proctor
Breaking into the uplands in Utah
Not just pheasant and bobwhites
Big game vs small game
Upland opportunities in Utah
Picking the correct side of the mountain
Journaling your hunt
The first dog is your baby from the classifieds
Sending to a pro trainer is sometimes the correct call
Welding over medicine?
Building your own dog box
An aluminum dog box thats SAFE
Solar and mobile power source built in
Customizable and personable features
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Final Rise
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1h 11min
October 21, 2023 GDIY Profile | Tyler Burton
NAME: Tyler Burton
BREED: GSP
LOCATION: Central NJ
TARGETS: Grouse, Woodcock, Quail, Grouse
FAVORITE EPISODES: Ep. 197 Mo Lindley
Ep. 194 Rick Smith
Ep. 168 A Start To Finish Program and E-collars

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE!
--Presented By:
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Final Rise
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48min

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How many episodes does Gun Dog It Yourself have?

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