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Today we are talking about scouting for a hunt. We take a deep dive into where, why, and how.

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Today we take a deep dive into a conversation that is hot in the duck hunting world. We put our heads together and discuss our thoughts on waterfowl populations and season dates. Could we be stuck in season dates that do not line up with migration patterns anymore?

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We’re talking about one of the biggest problems in waterfowl hunting: overthinking. From calling too much to second-guessing your spread, we’ve all been there. This episode is about trusting your gut, reading birds, and getting back to what actually works.

🎧 Whether you're new to the game or deep in the grind, this one’s about hunting smarter — not harder.

We’re not done yet. In Part 2 of our waterfowl hot take series, we keep the fire going with more bold opinions, guide-life truths, and unfiltered talk about hunting culture. From dog drama to calling habits to what people get wrong about “the grind,” we’re laying it all out.

🎧 If you’ve ever heard something in a duck blind and thought “that’s BS” — this episode is for you.

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 In Episode 13, we open the floodgates on the most controversial opinions in the waterfowl world. From spinner hate to the 3.5” shell obsession, we're throwing out hot takes and seeing what sticks. No topic's off-limits, and nobody’s safe — not even us.

🎧 Tune in to hear what we think the industry gets wrong… and maybe what you do too.

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In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, host Hunter Runge dives into the heart of Nebraska’s duck season: November. This is when the migration heats up, the weather gets right, and the real grind begins. From cold fronts and bird movement to calling adjustments and client expectations, we break down what makes November so good — and so unpredictable.

If you're hunting the Central Flyway, this one hits home. Real birds, real work, and real insight from the blinds.

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We’re back with another round of calling BS. In Myth Busters: Part 2, the Whiskey Sloughs crew digs into more of the half-truths, old-school sayings, and blind talk that just doesn’t hold up. From calling myths and dog superstitions to decoy nonsense and shooting debates — we’re breaking down what’s real, what’s wrong, and what actually helps kill birds.

If you’ve ever heard someone say “ducks don’t fly in the wind” or “you gotta wear camo head to toe or you’ll get flared” — this episode’s for you.

🎧 Tune in for real-world takes from real outfitters — and maybe retire a few myths for good.

In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, Hunter Runge breaks down some of the most common myths in waterfowl hunting — the things you hear at the boat ramp, in the group text, or from that guy who "limits every time." From decoy spreads and moon phases to shot size and sky busting, we’re diving into what’s real, what’s not, and what actually matters when it comes to killing more birds.

🎯 If you’ve ever asked “Does calling too much flare ducks?” or “Do you really need 300 decoys to kill geese?” — this one’s for you.

In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, Hunter Runge sits down to recap the end of turkey season, the break that followed, and what’s happening now as summer kicks off in central Nebraska. From spring hunts and hard-earned gobblers to much-needed vacation time, this episode pulls back the curtain on the post-season mindset — what we learned, what we’re working on, and how we're setting the stage for another strong fall.

Plus: summer shop projects, land work, and a look at what’s next for Whiskey Sloughs and The Guide Life Podcast.

🎧 Settle in for a laid-back, honest check-in from the offseason — it’s not all grind, but it’s never really off.