In this special episode of The North American Waterfowler, Elliott and his son Elijah record from deep in the wilderness on the second evening of their backcountry scouting trip. They’re searching not only for the perfect teal opener but also for a remote hot tent duck-and-grouse hunting location for late October—and they’ve found a spot they’re absolutely in love with. Elijah reflects on his first full season as a waterfowler and shares favorite hunts from the past year. This one’s raw, real, and recorded right from camp.

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In this episode of The North American Waterfowler, Elliott sits down with longtime friend and fellow creator Jordan Fromer of Duck Gun Chronicles and The Duck Gun Podcast. Jordan opens up about his bold decision to quit his 9-to-5 job and go full-time into content creation, what the transition was really like, and how it changed his hunting season forever.

They also dive deep into the story of the Timber Queen — the legendary wooden shrimp trawler Jordan transformed into a floating duck camp on the Mississippi River. From the first spark of the idea to the heartbreak of selling it, Jordan shares every high, low, and hard-earned lesson along the way.

This episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories, waterfowl obsession, a few laughs, and a glimpse into what it really takes to chase your dreams on your own terms.

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In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott dives deep into one of the most frustrating commission meetings he's ever reviewed. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is considering drastic changes to waterfowl regulations—including gifting 25% of public land to guides, cutting duck limits in half to "frustrate non-residents," and restricting resident access to their own public land.

Elliott breaks down the data, shares audio clips from the meeting, and gives his raw, unfiltered take on the commission’s ideas. If you care about the future of waterfowl hunting in Kansas—or anywhere—this is a must-listen.

He also discusses how these proposals could drastically change the landscape for resident hunters and why now is the time to speak up.

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In this episode of The North American Waterfowler, Elliott sits down with Ray Voigt — longtime professional dog trainer and current Senior Specialist with Purina Pro Plan. Ray shares his journey from training his first retriever at age 14 to spending 15 years under legendary trainer Mike Lardy, helping produce more than 50 field champions. They dive deep into training philosophy, the value of pressure-based systems, and the differences between HRC, AKC, and field trials. Ray also shares advice on handling casting issues, improving line carries, and when to introduce a young dog to real hunts. Whether you're a hunt test competitor or a dedicated duck hunter, this episode is full of insight for anyone passionate about gun dogs.

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Also, don’t miss Chase’s tips on layout concealment, kayak hunting mods, and what makes a shell pouch actually worth buying.

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Nate Verdin from Falling Tide TV returns to the show for an unfiltered conversation about the Louisiana lifestyle, harvesting wild game year-round, and the spiritual journey that led him to Christ. We dive deep into the Cajun culture of the bayou, explore fascinating methods like catfish can-lining, and talk about what it means to provide for your family in a way that's rooted in tradition and purpose. Nate also opens up for the first time publicly about his decision to pursue baptism and a closer walk with Jesus. This is one of the most raw, honest, and powerful episodes of The North American Waterfowler to date.

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This week I reflect on our incredible Kansas River float trip with the Patreon crew and share some exciting updates, including details on our Flight Day duck hunt giveaway, the Weatherby 18i shotgun giveaway, free OnX Hunt subscriptions, and more. I read a heartfelt update from Jeffrey — the listener who wrote in a few episodes ago about his spiritual journey — and share some thoughts on faith and community. We also run through listener-submitted questions and close it out with another Woody’s Top 5. Thanks for listening and supporting the show!

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We’re coming to you straight from the Kansas River. This episode was recorded during our annual Patreon float trip—on a sandbar, with the sun setting, and the sound of the river behind us. Join us as we recap the trip, share stories from the water, and talk about what made this year’s float one to remember. If you’ve ever wondered what it's like to be out here with us, this episode is the next best thing.

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Brian Halblieb from the Migration Waterfowl Podcast drove 12 hours to help out at Myers Family Farms—and stopped by for a return visit on the North American Waterfowler. He and Elliott talk about Brian’s growth as a waterfowler and podcaster, the power of hunting friendships rooted in faith, and their favorite moments from the 2024 season. From chasing blue-wing teal in Nebraska to setting new goals for hunts, shot selection, and bird recovery, it’s a conversation full of stories, insights, and laughs. Also, Elliott shares an unbelievably awkward bathroom sighting in the middle of the Sandhills.

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In this episode, I sit down with longtime friend and fellow creator Josh Peck from Outdoor Limits. We catch up on life, fatherhood, and how becoming a dad has reshaped his outlook on hunting, fishing, and content creation. Josh talks about starting his own fishing guide service, pivoting away from the YouTube grind, and rediscovering his passion for walleye fishing. We also talk about how recent Kansas filming restrictions have impacted public land hunters, and Josh shares his honest take on whether YouTube has played a role in changing hunting pressure across the state. It’s a raw, honest, and often funny look at life behind the lens of a full-time outdoorsman.

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