The North American Waterfowler

In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott takes on your listener Q&A with a mix of hot topics and personal stories. From the latest pintail limit debate to detailed marsh scouting lessons and a look ahead at some big upcoming trips, Elliott shares insights and experiences that connect directly to waterfowlers everywhere. Along the way, he dives into gear, dogs, public land ethics, and much more.

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In this episode, Elliott sits down with Blake Horton, co-host of the brand-new Winging It Waterfowl Podcast and a full-time firefighter. Blake shares his story growing up in Wheeler, Texas, where he started out hunting quail and pheasants with a German wirehair pointer, before moving into the world of waterfowl after joining the fire service in Southeast Texas. He talks about balancing podcasting with family life and long firehouse shifts, how he and his best friend Troy Miller finally launched their show after years of talking about it, and what hunting looks like now that he’s living in Louisiana. From upland hunts to chasing wood ducks in the Red River bottoms — and even the unique tradition of running dogs for deer — Blake’s story blends firefighting, friendship, and a lifelong passion for the outdoors.

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In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott goes live with Patreon supporters for a special community recording. He talks through the latest hunt giveaway details, spins the Wheel of Names to pick the next guest, and shares updates on sponsors and gear. Elliott also recaps his recent trip to Las Vegas, reflects on the culture there, and then breaks down his Sunday teal hunt — from navigating into hidden smartweed pools in the dark to finishing with a solo limit. The conversation rounds out with Patreon Q&A covering chokes, shot selection, blind setups, and more.

If you’ve been curious about the Patreon community, this episode shows exactly what it’s all about: live interaction, giveaways, and an inner-circle look at the waterfowling life.

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Thanks for being part of the Freelance Duck Hunting community and following along as Season 11 gets rolling!

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In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott is joined once again by waterfowl biologist Grant Rhodes. Grant shares updates on his PhD research, including the move from LSU to UC Davis, the switch from Saskatchewan to Manitoba, and what his third field season revealed about blue-winged teal duckling survival.

We dive into how drones are changing brood surveys, the role of predators like ravens, surprising insights into hen and duckling behavior, and what these findings mean for the future of waterfowl management.

Listeners also hear Grant’s story as an adult-onset hunter, his first duck hunts, and where he hopes his research career leads next. This is a must-listen for anyone who loves ducks, science, and conservation.

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This podcast is brought to you by The North American Waterfowler App.

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This episode is something special. Recorded on location at a campsite the night before a scout, I sit down with my dad, Carl (also known as “Phumblemitts”), for a fireside conversation. We talk about some of our best memories from years in the marsh together, his journey with Parkinson’s, and what it’s like to step away from duck hunting after a lifetime of passion. It’s a heartfelt father–son reflection about hunting, family, and the end of an era.

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Blue wing teal season is almost here, and in this episode I’m diving into teal habitat, busting some of the biggest teal hunting myths, sharing my own teal numbers from the North American Waterfowler app, and looking back on a few hunts I’ll never forget. Plus — the massive Patreon giveaway is just around the corner! I’m giving away a 2-day hunt with Ben Meyers of Flight Day Ammo, 10 boxes of bismuth, $500 travel money, and a pile of gear from Shotty Gear, TideWe, Mammoth Dog Crates, Purina, and Weatherby. Don’t miss your chance to enter!

👉 Enter the giveaway & unlock extra hunts, behind-the-scenes content, and full app access at patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting.

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