The Migration Waterfowl Podcast

Eric Lance, owner of Lansource Consulting and the host of the HuntScience Podcast, joins Brian on the show. Eric was born and raised in north east Ohio and he is a certified wildlife biologist. We chat about his education and professional journey. We talk about waterfowl ecology. We also discuss mallard nesting success. We get into hen house structures, their effect on the mallard population and much more.

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George Parker, owner of Blue Bird Waterfowl, joins Brian on the show. George moved to California years ago and began his waterfowl hunting near San Diego. We talk about what it is like hunting tidal flats, the importance of understanding the tides and avoiding dangerous mud flats. We discuss his move to Northern California and the learning curve associated with finding new hunting friends and places. We also get into the development of The Animator motion decoy conversion kit that adds the sound of splashing water to your decoy spread.
 

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Hunter Roenfeldt, co-host of the Duck Gun Podcast, joins Brian on the show. Hunter grew up hunting in Iowa near the Mississippi River with his Dad. We talk about what it was like learning to waterfowl hunt in that part of the country. We discuss his experiences with the boats they have used over the years on the Mississippi, the type of ducks they chase there and his love for Canvasbacks. We chat about how he became the co-host of the Duck Gun Podcast and also how he got involved in the Duck Gun Chronicles YouTube channel. We also get into his multiple season grind that averages over 50 hunts per season. And of course we dive deep into his tactics and tips that keep him successful over a 50+ hunt grind.

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Greer Smith from 50 Ducks joins Brian on the show. We talk about what it was like growing up hunting in Georgia, Louisiana waterfowl hunting trips with his Dad and how he got into tracking duck migrations. We dive deep into GPS telemetry tracking, how it works and how it is being applied to understanding waterfowl migrations. We also discuss the importance of educating the next generation about waterfowl and helping them foster an appreciation for the species.

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Aden Shorney from Cherry Creek Outdoors joins Brian on the show. We talk about his journey growing up and waterfowl hunting in Kansas and the farm that’s been in his family for generations. We get into his experience working on wildlife areas in Kansas and his education as a wildlife biologist. We take a deep dive into his waterfowl scouting techniques and learn a little bit about how he films his hunts. We also discuss his faith and how it impacts his everyday life.

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Erich Long from The Dear Hunter Project and owner of Drumming Log Wildlife Management joins Brian on the show. They talk about how he got into waterfowl management in Ohio. Managing the largest inland marsh in Ohio. They discuss the importance of moist soil management. Drawing down and flooding areas. Drone spraying and seeding. Maintaining water control structures. And what role conserving wetlands plays in the ecosystem.

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Elliott Snider from the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel, and the host of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, joins Brian and Branson on the show. We talk about how he got into waterfowl hunting with his dad in Kansas. How he began filming his hunts and the camera equipment he uses. We talk about his hunting dogs and his training techniques. We also cover his approach to waterfowl hunting, the importance of shot selection, and his boat set up. He also dives into his North American Waterfowler App and how it can help you track all of your stats and info throughout the season.
 

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Bill Ayer from Slayer Calls joins Brian and Branson on the show. We talk about how he got into waterfowl hunting with friends in California. How he ended up in Idaho. His love and family heritage of working with his hands and turning wood. How he got into building waterfowl calls. How to choose a call. Some calling tips. And Slayer Call’s “Call The Wild” instructional program.

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Jake Maxwell from Chasing Green joins Brian and Branson on the show. They talk about what it’s like growing up hunting in Arkansas. What has changed in Arkansas since then. How he got into filming his hunts and the progression of his hunting and educational YouTube channel. Following the migration from Canada to Louisiana. And the importance of water level knowledge.
 

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On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, host Brian Halbleib and co-host Branson Peak are joined by John Furman of The Duck Hole & Company. John talks about what it's like growing up hunting in the Atlantic Flyway. They discuss the history of market hunting and the history of duck hunting clubs in North Carolina, including the waterfowl hunting club that Babe Ruth belonged to. They also talk about chasing black ducks and calling in wood ducks. They also get into managing and improving waterfowl habitat and the problem with European release mallards.

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