Upchukar Podcast

Episode 108: Barratt Gorshe

Its been two years since I've sat down with Barratt Gorshe. Quite alot has changed since then.... Now the owner/operator of Homefield Dog Training, specializing in gun dog training and breeding/development of quality English Setters.

In this episode Barratt and I discuss puppy training, his summer traininig program, what makes an English Setter desirable for a Chukar hunter.... and much, much more.

To learn more about Homefield Dog Training and their Summer Program

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Episode 107: Trakn Outdoors

Presented by: Final Rise

Every Chukar hunter loves a good story. Usually, one filled with adversity and challenge. Afterall, we can all relate in one fashion, or another. The team from Trakn Outdoors experienced one I can very much relate to: getting stuck in the desert after a Chukar hunt...in the middle of winter.

Join me this week as I hear more about their misfortunes and how the remained mentally strong in the face of adversity.

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Episode 106: Scott Christensen

Presented by: Final Rise

Scott was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. He now works as Finance Manager for the company goHunt. Scott helps provide some clarity on strategy, terrain and viablity of hunting Chukar in the greater Las Vegas area.

Also, goHunt recently launched a new mapping program, which Scott explains in depth, and especially its usabilty for us Chukar hunters.

goHunt Discount Code: Memorial 50 (50 points back)- for their Explorer program/ Memorial 100 (100 points back) for their Insider Program

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Episode 105: Kent Goodman

This episode is what this podcast is all about. You, the lisenter. Kent Goodman has been hunting Chukar in Eastern Oregan and Idaho for the last 40 years. Filled with a lifetime of experience, knowledge and observational antecdotes, Kent is what I call the "Diamonds", those that have zero social media presence and just hunt for the love of it.

Join me this week and Kent graces us with his stories that date back all the way to his time as a twelve year old chasing Chuks. Kent shares some tips on fixing a creeping dog, gear, good stories....you know how it goes

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Episode 104: Chris McBroom

Presented By: Final Rise

Chukar or Elk?,....Elk or Chukar?......that is the question. Well, at least for Chris McBroom. Entering the hunting space later in life, Chris was introduced to Chukar hunting after this key question was asked. He was surprised to find that "Chukar" was the answer....and the only answer!

Join me this week as Chris and I delve into the topics near and dear to all out hearts......Dogs, training your first dog, Chukar gear, fitness and the often overlooked importance of patterning and fitment of your shotgun.

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Episode 103: Ryan and Jace Newmarker

Presented By: Final Rise

The father-son duo are what most of us Chukar hunters, with kids, aspire to have- A child who is more stoked to Chukar hunt than most adults. If being nine years-old and covering the elevation and terrain of Chukar country isnt hard enough, now imagine having to carry your own shotgun and your gear.

Join me this week as we discuss how to introduce your kids to Chukar hunting, safety considerations, upland gear for kids, near-death dog experience and much, much more

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Episode 102: Mark Strickland and Matt Ericksen

Alert Gear Episode! - discussing Crispi boots with owner Mark Strickland and National Sales Manager Matt Ericksen.

If you love learning about new products and what models they reccomend for Chukar hunting, this will be a very informative episode.

Episode 101: Ford Van Fossan

Growing up in the Chesapeake Bay region of Maryland, Ford Van Fossan did not gow up a Chukar hunter- for obvious reasons. It wasnt until he moved West and began working for the brand First Lite, that he discovered Chukar, and Chukar hunting.

Join me this week as I learn more about Ford's experiences Chukar hunting, hunting with a Munsterlander, questions on versatility, best Upland pieces from First Lite and much, much more

Episode 100: Katie Willis

We did it! 100 episodes for Upchukar!

All of this could not have been acheived without YOUR support. Those of you that tuned in, have made it a joy to create this podcast and find new and interesting guests from the far reaches of the Chukar world.

This week my guest is Katie Willis, a true Chukar hunting personality. Not only does she hunt as hard as anyone I know, she clearly has the most fun doing it. We dedicated this episode to her boyfriend and the Upchukar super fan, Ben Warner. After his passing earlier this year, Katie packed up and embarked on the dream they had been talking about- being travelling bird hunters.

This is a laugh-out-loud episode with a truly genuine and fun person to be around- Katie Willis

Cheers again!

*p.s. its actually "safety first" but, too funny not to us the name as the episode title

Episode 99: Chris Verrue

Im always intrigued in the "How", when it comes to those that venture into Chukar hunting. For some, its passed down through the family. Others find themselves introduced by friends. And then there are those that stumble across a video, podcast or TV series. Chris Verrue is of the latter. He may fit the description of a "Covid onset hunter", but what you cant deny is his tenacity and success in only three seasons. As a former competitve Freestlye skier, he is no stranger to the extreme.

Join me this week as Chris drops some "Nuggets of Knowledge" on how he has found success so quickly, his strategy for finding birds, being a competitive freestyle skier, non-tradtional bird dogs, gear and much, much more.