In this episode, the crew sits down with Kyle Schmidt of Northwoods Taxidermy to talk all things waterfowl, upland hunting, and wildlife conservation. From managing wetlands for wood ducks and mallards in southeastern Wisconsin to insider tips on duck and pheasant taxidermy care, Kyle shares what it takes to keep mounts pristine and properties thriving.

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Warm weather in Saskatchewan made for a slower than expected week last week, and we are all watching for the next front to push in a fresh batch of birds.

From early-season teal and local wood ducks to the arrival of northern mallards, divers, and geese, The Migration Report tracks the pulse of Wisconsin’s waterfowl season. Tune in for insights on migration patterns, weather fronts, and habitat conditions that shape each week’s hunts. Whether you’re setting decoys in the Mississippi River bottoms or glassing a cattail marsh up north, The Migration Report is your go-to source for real-time updates across Wisconsin’s flyways.

Each episode brings firsthand updates from hunters and contributors across the state—covering the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, and Southwest regions—to keep you informed on where the birds are flying and how conditions are changing.

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In this episode, we sit down with Wisconsin DNR Game Bird Ecologist Taylor Finger for a deep dive into the science, data, and decision-making behind our state’s waterfowl seasons. From how duck season dates are set to the math behind bag limits and banding 10,000 birds a year, Taylor breaks down what really drives season structure — and how public input plays a key role.

We also explore the challenges of balancing hunter opportunity with conservation, why teal and wood duck limits are what they are, how weather and migration trends impact bird movement, and what the future may hold for Wisconsin hunters. Whether you’re a weekend duck hunter or a lifelong waterfowler, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the biology, policy, and passion shaping the sport of duck hunting.

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Warm temps and south winds kept Wisconsin’s waterfowl migration quiet this week, but signs of change are in the air. Cooler temps, northwest winds, and frost in the forecast could finally trigger the next big flight of ducks and geese.

From early-season teal and local wood ducks to the arrival of northern mallards, divers, and geese, The Migration Report tracks the pulse of Wisconsin’s waterfowl season. Tune in for insights on migration patterns, weather fronts, and habitat conditions that shape each week’s hunts. Whether you’re setting decoys in the Mississippi River bottoms or glassing a cattail marsh up north, The Migration Report is your go-to source for real-time updates across Wisconsin’s flyways.

Each episode brings firsthand updates from hunters and contributors across the state—covering the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, and Southwest regions—to keep you informed on where the birds are flying and how conditions are changing.

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The crew welcomes back Bob Owens of Lone Duck Outfitters—professional retriever trainer, gundog coach, and passionate grouse hunter. Bob dives deep into training philosophies for retrievers, setters, and pointing dogs, the art of force fetch, and how to transition your hunt test dog into a rock-solid duck dog. He also shares insights from his Wisconsin grouse hunts, discusses steadiness in the blind, and drops wisdom on building confident, resilient gundogs.

Whether you’re chasing ruffed grouse through the Northwoods or working your Labrador retriever on late-season mallards, this episode is packed with real-world tips for hunters and dog handlers alike.

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From early-season teal and local wood ducks to the arrival of northern mallards, divers, and geese, The Migration Report tracks the pulse of Wisconsin’s waterfowl season. Tune in for insights on migration patterns, weather fronts, and habitat conditions that shape each week’s hunts. Whether you’re setting decoys in the Mississippi River bottoms or glassing a cattail marsh up north, The Migration Report is your go-to source for real-time updates across Wisconsin’s flyways.

Each episode brings firsthand updates from hunters and contributors across the state—covering the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, and Southwest regions—to keep you informed on where the birds are flying and how conditions are changing.

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Duck season is officially underway, and the Upduck crew breaks down the highs and lows of early-season hunting across Wisconsin. From wood ducks and mallards working tight timber holes to gundogs making their first retrieves, this episode dives into what makes early hunts so unpredictable and exciting. We talk calling strategies, decoy setups, scouting cold fronts, and real-world retriever lessons from the marsh.

Whether you’re chasing birds on public land or fine-tuning your duck dog for the season ahead, this episode brings a full dose of waterfowl hunting stories, gear talk, and migration insight. Tune in weekly for more duck hunting reports, gundog tips, and migration updates from across the Midwest.

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Welcome to The Migration Report, a new weekly segment from the Upduck Podcast focused exclusively on Wisconsin duck hunting and waterfowl migration. Each episode brings firsthand updates from hunters and contributors across the state—covering the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, and Southwest regions—to keep you informed on where the birds are flying and how conditions are changing.

From early-season teal and local wood ducks to the arrival of northern mallards, divers, and geese, The Migration Report tracks the pulse of Wisconsin’s waterfowl season. Tune in for insights on migration patterns, weather fronts, and habitat conditions that shape each week’s hunts. Whether you’re setting decoys in the Mississippi River bottoms or glassing a cattail marsh up north, The Migration Report is your go-to source for real-time updates across Wisconsin’s flyways.

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Duck season is finally here, and on this week’s episode we’re diving into hunting prep, sleepless nights before opener, and—most importantly—how to keep your gun dogs safe and healthy in the field. With warm temps hitting the Wisconsin duck opener, the crew sits down with Dr. Libbey Schmitt, a veterinary surgeon at WVRC, to talk about working dogs, hunting dogs, and what hunters need to know about canine care during waterfowl season.

From diet debates (raw vs. kibble), joint supplements, and managing heat stress, to the real-world injuries vets see most often in bird dogs—this episode is packed with insights every duck hunter, retriever owner, and outdoor enthusiast can use. Whether you run labs, pointers, or versatile hunting breeds, you’ll come away with practical vet-approved advice for keeping your dogs safe in the blind and the upland field.

If you’re looking for a duck hunting podcast that blends real hunting stories, expert veterinary insight, and gundog care tips—this is the one you don’t want to miss.

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In this episode of the Upduck Podcast, we sit down with George Parker of Bluebird Waterfowl to talk innovation, duck hunting gear, and how changing the way you use spinning wing decoys can completely transform your hunts. From crumble cookies to steelhead fishing stories, we eventually dive deep into the science of waterfowl behavior, the Animator, and the brand-new floating wings that are shaking up the duck hunting world.

George explains how Bluebird Waterfowl is rethinking spinner wings with new shapes, sizes, and colors designed to match changing conditions in the marsh—just like bass fishermen change lures. We cover why wings that float are a game-changer, the importance of motion and sound in finishing ducks, and how hunters can adapt to smarter, late-season birds.

If you’re passionate about duck hunting, spinning wing decoys, or just love hearing the stories and science behind waterfowl hunting innovation, this episode delivers. Whether you’re chasing teal in early September or mallards in the late season, you’ll want to hear how Bluebird Waterfowl is bringing a new edge to the hunt.

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