The North American Waterfowler

By Elliott SniderSports Wilderness

The North American Waterfowler episodes

November 06, 2025Episode #231 Hand-Carved Faith: Mike Marino’s Decoy Art and Testimony
Mike Marino of Marino Decoys joins Elliott to share how a kids pastor fell in love with carving and turned high density cork and tupelo heads into functional art that hunts. Mike walks through his full process from pattern and bandsaw to glass eyes and paint, why cork still floats after a stray pellet, and how he creates working urn decoys that hold a dog’s ashes and even shells. He talks species he carves and hunts, goldeneye addiction on frozen reservoirs, first place ribbons at the Colorado State Fair, and the “Just One More” mission behind his brand. Elliott and Mike also swap notes on cooking divers, raising kids in the blind, and why faith brings real freedom.
See Mike’s work at marinodecoys.com and on Instagram and Facebook at Marino Decoys.

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1 hr 5 min
November 03, 2025Episode #230 Big Duck Opener Recap and Listener Q&A
On this November 3 episode I break down the big duck opener from a solo kayak hide that turned into a pintail show. First frost mornings, a steady northwest wind, and plenty of birds made for a memorable hunt with Georgie working hard. I share how the sun angle and a spinner affected finishing birds, why I shifted setups mid hunt, and a quick story about an eight point buck slipping along the willows. We also tackle three listener questions from Instagram including my most dangerous moments in the marsh, when ducks are simply too high to call, and why solids have become popular alongside camo. I close with a North American Waterfowler app snapshot of the season so far and a look ahead at camp plans for next weekend.
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53 min
October 30, 2025 Episode #229 Episode #229 Q/A – Spinner Myths, Group Hunting Ethics & Holding a Hole with Headlamps and More
In this listener-driven Q&A episode, Elliott dives into some of the most debated topics in waterfowling today. He talks about why blue-wing teal are still hanging around Kansas later than normal, whether spinners should stay in the spread through November, how to fairly handle “who shot what” in group hunts, and if leaving headlamps in a hole to hold your spot crosses the line. Packed with practical hunting insight, laughs, and candid thoughts from the live Patreon stream — this one’s all about real duck talk with the North American Waterfowler community.
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56 min
October 28, 2025 Episode #228 Off the Grid in the Middle of Nowhere - Hot Tent Trip Day 1 Recap
Join us deep in the Sandhills of Nebraska for one of the most remote hunts we’ve ever done. We set up a hot tent miles from anywhere and lived completely off the grid. In this episode, we share stories from camp, the challenges of life in the middle of nowhere, and the excitement of a successful Day 1 duck hunt in the Sandhills.
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1 hr 44 min
October 23, 2025Episode #227 Behind the Scenes with Captain Casey: A Journey of Wins and Wildlife
Join us for an exciting episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast as Elliott Snider sits down with Walter Jones, also known as Captain Casey. Discover the thrilling story behind Walter's big win in the hunt giveaway and delve into his fascinating life as a boat captain and avid hunter. From fishing tournaments to duck hunting adventures, Walter shares his unique experiences and insights. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with laughter, stories, and a shared passion for the great outdoors.
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47 min
October 20, 2025 Episode #226 How To Handle Hunting Spot Conflicts: with Jordan Fromer
Join Elliott and Jordan Fromer as they talk through early-season hunting, fog-filled mornings, and the ethics of sharing public spots. They dive into how they handle field conflicts, spinner use on geese, and what it’s like building and camping out of a truck bed rig. Elliott also recaps his Youth and Veteran opener filled with teal, pintail, and wigeon, plus updates on new filters inside The North American Waterfowler app.
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1 hr 36 min
October 16, 2025 Episode #225: Duck Hunt & Camp Trip – From Camp with High Prairie Sportsman
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1 hr 5 min
October 09, 2025Episode #224 Solo Hunt Recap, Faith in Trials, and Woody’s Top 5
In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott shares a solo layout boat hunt recap, reflecting on pintails, teal, and what it takes to stay effective in the field. He also opens up about faith, addressing the tough questions many hunters and listeners have raised about trials, free will, and God’s plan in hard times—encouraging us to see challenges as opportunities for spiritual growth.
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Whether you’re here for the hunts, the faith talk, or the gear insights, this episode brings it all together.
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48 min
October 07, 2025Episode #223 Layout Boat Hunting Talk // Big Duck Opening Weekend Preview
Episode Description:
On my way to the 2025 big duck opener, I’m layout boat hunting solo. In this episode, I dive into my personal history with layout boat hunting, why it’s one of my favorite styles of hunting, and share practical tips for anyone wanting to give it a try.
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42 min
October 02, 2025Episode #222 Thomas Hoke Talks Canada Success, Handling Leroy, and What’s Next
Join me as I sit down with Thomas Hoke from Hoke Outdoors to dig into his recent Canada trip, scouting process, and some of the best hunts of his season so far. We talk about what it takes to freelance successfully in Canada, the challenges of keeping a young retriever steady in the field, and how early season hunts in Minnesota have shaped up. From knocking on doors to managing high-volume mallard shoots, Thomas shares what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons learned along the way.
Whether you’re planning a freelance trip of your own or just love hearing about the grind behind the hunts, this one is packed with insight, reflection, and practical tips.
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1 hr 7 min

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The North American Waterfowler Podcast was established on January 1, 2023. Hosted by Elliott Snider, creator of the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel and former co-host of The Duck Gun Podcast.…