Best Brent Birch And Cason Short Podcasts (2024)

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Swapping Stories-A Cure for the Off-Season Blues 1:09:13

2d ago1:09:13

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Hosts Brent Birch and Cason Short trade stories and a few laughs while trying to cope with the off-season dog days of summer blues. Tune in to hear a few game warden stories, the dumbest thing either has done afield, the most famous person they’ve hunted with, and a few memories with their fathers. Thanks to our sponsors: Lile Real Estate, Sitka Ge…

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Bill Cooksey, NWF 1:23:35

9d ago1:23:35

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Legends of the Outdoors Hall of Famer Bill Cooksey has a lifelong track record of elevating the voices of sportsmen from around the country to support wildlife habitat restoration. His decades of experience in the world of waterfowling made for an awesome interview every duck hunter should hear. Thanks to our sponsors: Purina Pro Plan, Sitka Gear, …

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Congressman Bruce Westerman 55:37

21d ago55:37

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A native of Hot Springs, Congressman Bruce Westerman is a dedicated outdoorsman and currently chairs the House Committee on Natural Resources. He joins the show to discuss several issues on Capitol Hill impacting duck hunting in the Natural State and beyond. Westerman provides updates on the harmful BIDEH legislation, wokeism in the USFWS, how wate…

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Corey Dunn, Ducks Unlimited 1:10:54

28d ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Corey Dunn is a native Arkansan and the Director of Development for Ducks Unlimited Arkansas. He joined the show to discuss all the support and projects DU has in the state. Their efforts range from banding/GPS transmitter projects to supporting the restoration of state-owned GTRs, an endowed professorship at UA-Monticello, and much, much more. Tha…

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Ethan Dittmer, Waterfowl Researcher 1:14:33

1M ago1:14:33

1:14:33

Ethan Dittmer is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Nebraska with a background in waterfowl hunting. He’s worked in Arkansas and Kansas with a keen focus on mallard ecology. Dittmer shares the results of his research project regarding pressure and sanctuaries in the White River Bottoms of Arkansas and GPS work in SE Kansas. Ethan's research pro…

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Kile Jones, Apex Ammunition 1:29:26

1M ago1:29:26

1:29:26

Kile Jones had a unique road to climbing the ladder in the outdoor industry. He is now Apex's Director of Marketing and Sales and a two-time world champion goose caller. Jones shares his experiences in the outdoor industry and some fresh takes on current waterfowling culture. Tune in for his thoughts on the Mack’s/Bass Pro merger, as both are Apex …

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Ray Voigt, Purina Sporting Dogs Division 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Ray is an accomplished retriever trainer working under the legendary Mike Lardy, guiding numerous Field Trial Champions. He’s now a Senior Specialist in the Sporting Division with Nestle Purina. Voigt shares insights into high-performance dogs, picking puppies and trainers, and proper nutrition for sporting dogs. Thanks to our sponsors: Tom Beckbe,…

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Matt Goodrich and Shane Smith (Part 2) 45:32

2M ago45:32

45:32

Renowned taxidermist Shane Smith and his pal Matt Goodrich have traveled to several far and way places to chase ducks we never see in the Mississippi Flyway. These guys share their adventures south of the border chasing black brant and other species and spots waterfowl no longer go to like they once did. Sound familiar? Thanks to our sponsors: Sitk…

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Shane Smith and Matt Goodrich (Part 1) 44:21

2M ago44:21

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Renowned taxidermist Shane Smith and his pal Matt Goodrich have traveled to several far and way places to chase ducks we never see in the Mississippi Flyway. These guys share wild adventures as they pursue King and Pacific Eiders in the Bering Sea. This is part one of a two-part series with Shane and Matt. Thanks to our sponsors: Sitka Gear, Lile R…

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Audrey Mayes-Remington Ammo 1:12:20

2M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

Audrey Mayes grew up in south Texas and moved to Arkansas two years ago to be the Senior Marketing Coordinator for Remington Ammunition. Mayes shares the focus and versatility of Remington’s shotshell lines, working with and competing against their sister companies and getting more women authentically involved in waterfowling. Thanks to our sponsor…

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Texas Snows, Arkansas Mallards and What This Show is About 1:13:47

3M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

The hosts take a look at Texas Parks & Wildlife and the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission taking action outside of the recommended USFWS frameworks to conserve waterfowl important to their respective states. Cason and Brent also dive into the mission of The Standard Sportsman podcast and provide a clearer understanding of their viewpoints and takes r…

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Ed Wall 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Mississippi native Ed Wall is a remarkably talented photographer and videographer who captures images for notable brands like Mossy Oak, Drake Waterfowl, and Ducks Unlimited, to name a few. Wall shares stories from running a camera during hunts, successes and failures from this past season, and dumb luck and missed opportunities with the camera. Th…

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David Snowden, Jr. 1:19:12

3M ago1:19:12

1:19:12

Ardent conservationist, former Delta Waterfowl and The Nature Conservancy in Arkansas Board Member, and current steward of the family’s duck club, Kingdom Come, just outside of Stuttgart, Arkansas. David strongly believes the mallard hen limit in Arkansas needs to be reduced and elaborates on why this is important for the future of mallard duck pop…

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Dr. Doug Osborne, Waterfowl Researcher 1:26:54

3M ago1:26:54

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Dr. Doug Osborne is at the forefront of cutting-edge waterfowl research through the Osborne Lab at Univ. of Arkansas-Monticello and the Five Oaks Ag Research & Education Center. Osborne joins the show again to provide late and post-season movements of mallards and observations made afield during the spring banding season. We get into out-of-whack s…

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John Stephens-RNT Calls/J Stephens Calls 1:19:24

3M ago1:19:24

1:19:24

Champion of Champions & 3x World Duck Calling Champ, call collector, call maker, and the driving force behind the current iteration of RNT Calls. Stephens joins the show to talk about how he got into the sport, the history of RNT and how the company has grown into one of waterfowling’s iconic brands. Thanks to our sponsors... Yeti Sitka Gear Lite B…

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Max Sharp-Strait Lake Lodge 1:17:49

4M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Strait Lake founder Max Sharp shares how the Woodruff County, Arkansas waterfowl destination came to be, how the club functions to hold massive amounts of ducks during the season and their banding efforts. Another ardent duck hunter talking ducks! Thanks to our sponsors... Lile Real Estate Sitka Gear Yeti Tom Beckbe Lite Boots Ducks Unlimited All R…

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Spring 2024 Check-In on All Things Duck 1:07:50

4M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

The guys tackle recent hot topics that have emerged since duck season ended in January. They sift through updated data on mallard hen and specklebelly goose populations with a cause for concern, the end of the AGFC Rules & Regs Survey and what's next, head-scratching numbers produced by the USFWS, and much more. No guest this week, but this episode…

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Eric Rinehart-Daybreak Outdoors (Pt. 2) 57:36

4M ago57:36

57:36

Eric Rinehart picks up where he left off, covering more hot topics in duck hunting. If you like listening to a passionate waterfowler get fired up about spinning wing decoys, harvest numbers, and how the northern states and Canada need to tighten up, this is the episode for you. LISTEN TO PART ONE Thanks to our sponsors: Sitka Gear, Lile Real Estat…

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Eric Rinehart-North Delta Outfitters (Pt. 1) 45:07

4M ago45:07

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Known across social media channels for his presence on Daybreak Outdoors YouTube Channel and his role as the head honcho at North Delta Outfitters, Eric Rinehart is a straight shooter when it comes to protecting the resource and perpetuating the sport for future generations. The guys cover a wide range of topics, so if you like duck hunters having …

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Robbie Kröger-Blood Origins 1:09:13

5M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

Originally from Johannesburg South Africa, Dr. Robert "Robbie" Kröger, is the Executive Director of Blood Origins a 501c3 non-profit he started in 2020. Blood Origins is simple in its execution - create content that conveys the truth around hunting and hunters around the world to the non-hunting majority. Kröger and the guys get into harvest vs. …

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AGFC Waterfowl Rules & Regs Survey 1:23:16

5M ago1:23:16

1:23:16

On February 16th, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission released their survey for the next two-year cycle of rules and regulations across all fishing and hunting. Public land hunter Chris Harrell and non-resident public land hunter Alex Johns (Brown Water Lanyards) join Cason and Brent to walk through the waterfowl-related portion of the survey, sh…

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Phil Kahnke 1:27:22

5M ago1:27:22

1:27:22

Wildlife photographer. Conservationist. Waterfowler. South Dakota’s Phil Kahnke of Banded delivers an excellent take on duck hunter values and purpose while pulling no punches regarding the influencer era. The guys also compare South Dakota to Arkansas, what he saw this past season in terms of ducks and pressure in his part of the world, and much m…

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Barton Ramsey, Southern Oak Kennels 1:17:19

5M ago1:17:19

1:17:19

The driving force behind Southern Oak Kennels joins the show to talk through various topics, including duck hunting culture, his travels chasing ducks, relationships formed through waterfowling, and, of course, retrievers. Thanks to our sponsors: Sitka Gear Lile Real Estate Tom Beckbe Yeti Lite Boots Ducks Unlimited All Rights Reserved. Please subs…

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Making the Most of Youth Hunts 1:05:47

6M ago1:05:47

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Creating a great first impression is paramount when trying to get kids interested in the sport of duck hunting. The guys share some stories from their younger days, hunts with their kids, and tips and tricks to get them outfitted, from apparel to shotguns. They also visit with Taylor Garcia, author of the popular children’s book, Oh My How Ducks Fl…

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Perrin Partee, Wingselect Farms 1:18:51

6M ago1:18:51

1:18:51

Biologist and Land Manager Perrin Partee oversees a 1,200-acre waterfowl mecca tucked inside the Ouachita River Bottoms in Southwest Arkansas. The property is a testament to his dedication to habitat and the resource. We also get into mentorship in the duck hunting world, philopatry/site fidelity, breeding pairs, and more. A special thanks to our s…

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Dr. Doug Osborne, Waterfowl Researcher 1:06:36

6M ago1:06:36

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Dr. Doug Osborne is a Professor of Wildlife Ecology at the University of Arkansas-Monticello, focusing on waterfowl. He also plays a vital role in Humphrey, Arkansas's Five Oaks Ag Research and Education Center. In this episode, Osborne provides up-to-the-minute locations of GPS-marked mallards after and during this harsh cold front. He compares cu…

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Cold Front Ducks 1:03:51

6M ago1:03:51

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Everyone has been waiting for the cold front barrelling towards the southern United States. But will the ducks come with it? And what will they do once they arrive with single-digit lows and everything frozen? Brent and Cason discuss duck reactions to past cold fronts and more on this week’s episode. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lit…

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Brook Richard-Higdon Outdoors 1:24:14

7M ago1:24:14

1:24:14

Higdon Outdoors Director of Marketing Brook Richard joins the show to talk specklebelly goose hunting strategies, silhouette usage, their partnership with Ducks Unlimited, and what he's seen around North America on his travels this season. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lite Boots Yeti Ducks Unlimited Higdon Outdoors All Rights Reserv…

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Waterfowling Icon Lee Kjos 1:17:59

7M ago1:17:59

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Kjos joins the show again to talk about what he’s been seeing this season during his travels and the sustainability of modern-day waterfowling. He's been all over Prairie Canada, the Upper Midwest, the Dakotas, and down to Missouri this season looking for the same answer as everyone else...where are the ducks? Kjos also provides some food for thoug…

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AGFC Director Austin Booth 1:02:55

7M ago1:02:55

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Arkansas Game & Fish Commission Executive Director Austin Booth provides insight into the controversy at Dave Donaldson Black River WMA, AGFC financials, logging income, closing the gap between public and private land duck hunters, and backing down the war on ducks culture. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lite Boots Yeti Ducks Unlimite…

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Where are the Ducks? Featuring Dave Rave. 1:13:24

7M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

With each passing season, hunters wonder “Where are the ducks?” while liberal seasons continue to roll on. Retired Louisiana and Minnesota waterfowl biologist Dave Rave tackles the topic and pulls no punches on the current methods and data used to set modern-day duck seasons. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lite Boots Yeti Ducks Unlimi…

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Jim Ronquest 1:24:14

7M ago1:24:14

1:24:14

Arkansas waterfowling personality, world champion duck caller and all around good guy Jim Ronquest with Drake Waterfowl joins the show. Ronquest shares stories from his favorite places outside of Arkansas to chase ducks, the calling contest industry, cutdown duck calls and his days as a duck hunting guide on the public ground of Arkansas. Thanks to…

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Chris Harrell and the Arkansas Public Timber Experience 1:15:38

8M ago1:15:38

1:15:38

Native Arkansan with a longtime affiliation with the Arkansas public timber, joins the show to discuss issues facing the modern-day public land hunter and possible solutions. Harrell centers on creating a better experience for hunters of all ages and skill sets while improving the success rate in the famed green timber of Arkansas. Thanks to our sp…

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John Veon, Waterfowl Researcher 1:38:45

8M ago1:38:45

1:38:45

Native Arkansan John Veon has done extensive waterfowl research in Arkansas and the Central Valley of California. Veon shares results from some of his studies on mallard body mass, duck energy days, and roadside noise impact on wintering waterfowl. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lite Boots Gunner Kennels Yeti Ducks Unlimited Higdon Ou…

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Opening Day in Arkansas 55:57

8M ago55:57

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The remarkable history and traditions tied to Arkansas duck hunting get brought to life with opening day. From kids to grown men, the excitement and anticipation skyrockets heading into another Arkansas duck season. On this episode, Brent and Cason revisit some opening day memories from their extended duck hunting history as well as talk about curr…

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Mike Brasher, DU Sr. Waterfowl Scientist 1:21:12

8M ago1:21:12

1:21:12

Dr. Mike Brasher is a Senior Waterfowl Scientist at Ducks Unlimited Inc.’s National Headquarters in Memphis, TN. He is also the co-host of Ducks Unlimited's podcast. On this episode, Brasher tackles various topics going on with waterfowl, including the new DuckDNA project, imprinting ducks aka site fidelity, duck movements during weather events, an…

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Pat Pitt - The Waterfowler 1:32:30

9M ago1:32:30

1:32:30

For over 60 years, Pat Pitt has chased waterfowl worldwide but calls his long-running club, The L'Anguille Lounge in Northeast Arkansas, home in the winter. Pitt talks about the importance of relationships, family, the anti-hunting movement and valuing the mallard hen. He shares his story of surviving a heart attack while duck hunting and why every…

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How Comparable is Arkansas & Kansas Waterfowling? 1:11:25

9M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Arkansas has long held the title of Duck Capitol of the World, but Kansas has improved its brand immensely in the last few years. Good duck hunting has been prevalent in Kansas for a long time but the increased interest has piled up some issues. Cason and Brent sit down with native Kansan Drew Palmer of Mile North Outdoors Co. and compare and contr…

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Adam Campbell-Campbell's Hillside Kennels 1:11:22

9M ago1:11:22

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Adam Campbell joins the show talking about dogs, ducks, and much more. Campbell has over 450 hunt test master passes to his credit and five dogs in the Master National Hall of Fame. He shares stories of how he got involved in training labs, his style of training, hunt tests, and field trials along with some nuances of selecting trainers and pups. W…

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Is Arkansas in Need of Outfitter Reform? 1:26:02

9M ago1:26:02

1:26:02

Duck and goose guides are an essential part of the Arkansas waterfowl hunting experience. But is the barrier to entry too easy, allowing less authentic actors and/or a heavy influx of out-of-state operations? The guys look at the history of duck guiding in the state and possible solutions to raise professionalism within the industry and improve Ark…

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Adventures in Filming Hunts for TV and Other Stories 1:13:38

10M ago1:13:38

1:13:38

The one day you want everything to go perfect, it rarely does. Cason and Brent break down some of their adventures afield on made-for-TV waterfowl hunts and name-brand product photo shoots...all while trying to shoot a duck or two. Thanks to our sponsors Tom Beckbe Sitka Gear Lite Boots Gunner Kennels Yeti Ducks Unlimited Higdon Outdoors All Rights…

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Legendary Waterfowler Lee Kjos 1:20:01

10M ago1:20:01

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Cason and Brent sit down with their mutual friend Lee Kjos about changes in Prairie Canada and the Dakotas. Kjos has decades of experience hunting all across the country and shares some insights into what he sees regarding today's duck-hunting culture and social media. Kjos provides an invaluable perspective on hot topics from the top of the flyway…

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Arkansas's Early Speck Season and Its Impact on Duck Hunting 1:06:48

10M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

Specklebelly goose hunting is growing in popularity, but is all the early November activity negatively conditioning ducks before opening day? Are outfitters and those that hire them doing right by the resource? Can Arkansas sustain this pace, or are we setting up to be the next Louisiana? Cason and Brent share their decades of passion for the Great…

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Is Arkansas Still the Duck Hunting Capitol of the World? 1:14:31

10M ago1:14:31

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Arkansas (and more specifically, Stuttgart) has held the title of the Duck Hunting Capital of the World for decades...but does it still deserve the label? Are there better mallard hunting opportunities elsewhere or is social media creating a perceived notion Arkansas has lost the crown. Brent and Cason break down the states giving Arkansas a run fo…

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Justin Martin, Duck Commander 1:12:20

10M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

You may think you know Duck Commander's General Manager Justin Martin but odds are you don't. He's known nationwide for his featured role within the Duck Dynasty franchise, but listeners may not be aware Martin is a wildlife biologist by education. This episode features excellent insights into waterfowl/habitat management, trends within the hunting…

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George Dunklin, Jr. (part 2) 58:20

11M ago58:20

58:20

Part Two of our interview of legendary waterfowler and conservationist George Dunklin, Jr. of Humphrey, Arkansas. Dunklin joins the show to discuss his amazing legacy and views on the sport of duck hunting. Five Oaks Ag Education & Research Center Five Oaks Duck Lodge Why all waterfowlers need to support conservation organizations Tennis, Billy Dun…

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Making Sense of the Duck Survey Numbers 54:41

11M ago54:41

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The United States Fish & Wildlife Services (USFWS) recently released the Breeding Population (BPOP) Survey and May Ponds count from aerial observations this past spring. The numbers could be better...a lot better, but the guys break down what these numbers mean for the duck hunter, share some historical trends, and a few thoughts on how to get the …

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George Dunklin, Jr. (part 1) 58:40

11M ago58:40

58:40

Legendary waterfowler and conservationist George Dunklin, Jr. of Humphrey, Arkansas, joins the show to discuss his fantastic legacy and views on the sport of duck hunting. Family history acquiring prime hunting land across southeast Arkansas His introduction to the sport of duck hunting Tenure as an Arkansas Game & Fish Commission Commissioner Tenu…

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Duck Season Framework & Limits History 1:15:56

11M ago1:15:56

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Brent and Cason look back at the history of duck season frameworks, limits and AHM. And, of course, they dive into the famed and complicated point system that lasted from 1974 until 1988. The guys also address who decides duck dates, the questionable clamoring for a 30-day season, hunting beyond January 31, and the Super Hen theory. A must-listen f…

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Dr. Brian Davis, Mississippi State Univ. 1:34:24

11M ago1:34:24

1:34:24

All-around duck guru Dr. Brian Davis of Mississippi State University connects the dots with mallards, duck energy days, and the what, when, and where ducks eat in the flooded timber. Duck science in layman's terms and a great listen for those wanting to know more about the wildfowl we chase. Presented by Sitka Gear, Tom Beckbe, Yeti, Higdon Outdoor…

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