Best Uplandhunting Podcasts (2024)

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#33| From Running Partner to Bird Dog: Terry Ann Fernando’s Unexpected Journey 1:00:28

6h ago1:00:28

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In this exciting episode of the HerUpland Podcast, Courtney Bastian sits down with Terry Ann Fernando, host of The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast and author of the newly released memoir, The Accidental Bird Dog. Terry Ann shares her remarkable journey from a reluctant dog owner to a passionate bird dog trainer, navigating the world of hunt tests, fiel…

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289. Style in the FLUSH! 1:30:04

4h ago1:30:04

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This episode is all about the ever neglected flushing dog! John Huddleston of Over the Mountain Kennels is a tried and true Boykin Spaniel man and joins me to talk flushing dog training and much much more. Watch Here! The 2025 St. Huberts Trial on February 8th and 9th is ready for Sign Ups! What makes a quality flushing dog? The proper range for a …

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Instagram Live with The Bearded Uplander! 1:29:44

4h ago1:29:44

1:29:44

Live and in person! Tim Brown is in the HOUSE! We take listener questions off instagram, talk about the tough hunting, INSANE weather and prairie fires here in North Dakota.By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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288. Ugly Dog Talk 2:05:02

1d ago2:05:02

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Mike Neiduski of Ugly Dog Hunting joins me for a discussion that spans a number of relevant dog topics which most of them simply come back to the question of "Why are we testing?" WATCH HERE! Impressions of the upland community through so many unique lenses Becoming a judge to become a better handler? Learning by seeing so many different dogs and h…

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Recall | Ep. 209. Wolves 1:53:12

6d ago1:53:12

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One of the concerns for dog handlers in certain regions would be the presence of wolves. How concerned should you actually be though? Randy Johnson, large carnivore specialists for the Wisconsin DNR, joins me to discuss the species and how it impacts us as dog handlers. Cougars, Bears, & Wolves....oh, my! The historical timeline of wolves in Wiscon…

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287. Urban Gun Dog Trainer 1:44:47

8d ago1:44:47

1:44:47

Not all professional gun dog trainers have the land and resources that are typically associated with training gun dogs. Josh Wiggins of Houston Dog Works joins me for a wide ranging conversation on his training perspectives that affords him the capability to train sporting dogs while living and operating in a major city such as Houston, TX. This is…

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Chewin' the Fat with Ron Boehme and Hank Shaw 1:10:38

10d ago1:10:38

1:10:38

These two guests dont need any introduction! But Ill give it a shot! Hank Shaw is a wild game chef, Author of several cook books, and a badass of a human! Ron Boehme is the Host of the Hunting Dog Podcast and the reason that I have my podcast. Hes been a friend for almost a decade now and one of the most fun and least serious people I know. Present…

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286. Puppy Whelping & Litter Development 1:35:43

13d ago1:35:43

1:35:43

There is much more to breeding than just pairing up a male and female! Gretchen Zwerlein of V.D. Wildblumen Kleine Munsterlander joins me to discuss her process when it comes to making the decision to breed, whelping the litter, and her process when it comes to developing throughout the early puppyhood stages. Watch Here! Why the Munsterlander? Wha…

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285. Wild & Whole w/ Danielle Prewett 1:24:16

15d ago1:24:16

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Danielle Prewett from Meateater joins us to discuss her new cookbook, Wild + Whole: Seasonal Recipes for the Conscious Cook. She also shares valuable tips and insights on preparing and savoring the meat you and your dogs have worked so hard for! WATCH HERE -What does "sustainable" actually mean? -The price and cost of buying meat -Eating only wild …

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Recapping My Montana Trip 1:01:48

19d ago1:01:48

1:01:48

I'm just dropping in for a quick recap of my recent trip to Montana. Also, since I haven't checked in solo for quite a while I have a few housekeeping items to check off the list! Watch Here Some quick announcements and housekeeping A new puppy?!? From camper to mobile truck camping. A summary of my new system Getting to Montana with a stop off in …

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284. MODERN Training for GUN DOGS Seminar 1:59:13

22d ago1:59:13

1:59:13

Nate Czarnota of Iron Oak Dog Company sits down with me after his training seminar to discuss a number of topics that were addressed throughout the weekend. WATCH HERE What was the goal of putting on this style of a seminar? Active dog, reactive handler Leash and line management Be comfortable being uncomfortable Anyone thats really advanced is tru…

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Where The Hell are the Birds!!! Full Episode with Wess and George 41:08

24d ago41:08

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After the first 3 days of the North Dakota Sharptail and Hun Season we have come to the conclusion that the numbers of birds are WAY down from last season. After nearly 20 miles of walking I have seen less grouse than miles walked. Wess and George and Myself sit down to talk about theories and more.By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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Montana Grouse Tour pt. 2 with OnX Hunt! 1:15:51

26d ago1:15:51

1:15:51

Man alive! What a trip! On our last night of the Grouse tour all of us sat down to recap the highs and lows of our trip. Central Montana was lousy with birds this year and boy did we need it after chasing mountain birds. There were plentiful numbers of Sage Grouse. The best numbers of Huns and Sharptails that I have ever seen in the country. And we…

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283. Everything E-COLLARS w/ Justin Rigney 1:56:30

29d ago1:56:30

1:56:30

There is a ton of information, opinions, concerns, and concepts out there when it comes to training dogs with electronic collars. One of the most qualified people in the dog training space to speak on the subject is Justin Rigney of K9 Services Unlimited. WATCH HERE Justin landed in dog training and became a "professional student" What even is an "…

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Montana Grouse Tour part 1 1:27:35

1M ago1:27:35

1:27:35

Well boys and girls it aint easy out west! This hunt has been a good reminder that not every day is easy. In fact day 1 of this hunt was brutal. But we kept after it and found some birds. But if we were finding birds or not we still loved every minute of it. OnX Hunt Final Rise Boss Shotshells NutriSource Petfoods Dogtra Gun Dog Grind Coffee Walton…

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Plus Sized Models Live! 1:01:56

1M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

The Bearded Uplander, Wess Larabee and Myself did our first ever LIVE show on instagram. We had a few folks jump on and covered everything from quail in kansas to our favorite burger places.By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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282. A NEW Approach to Force Fetch? 1:46:15

1M ago1:46:15

1:46:15

Chris Armanini of Full Send K9 comes on to discuss and demonstrate his entire program of the "Unforced Force Fetch." Watch the Podcast Watch the Training (part 1) Watch the Training (part 2) What aspects of the traditional approaches motivated a new outlook? How many dogs were washed out because their genetics couldn't overcome a traditional approa…

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281. A BALANCED Approach to Dog Training 1:30:40

1M ago1:30:40

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In this episode, we explore the value of continuous learning and the importance of embracing new perspectives in dog training. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's always room to grow by stepping outside your comfort zone. I'm joined by Randall Lykens of Liberty Canine, Justin Rigney of K9 Services Unlimited, Tim Andrews, and…

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280. Plan & Focus On Your Dog! 1:35:23

2M ago1:35:23

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I'm joined by Mark Dinsmore who is here to remind people that you cant have effective training without appropriate planning and focusing on the execution of the plan. Watch Here! Trialing an EB in France European vs US trials "French" or "Epagneul Breton" and comparing them to the "American" Brittany Start with a specific goal in mind Break your go…

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Plus Sized Models #4 with special guest Wess Larabee 1:21:11

2M ago1:21:11

1:21:11

On this weeks show we have some HUGE announcements! We are joined by Wess Larabee from the new Prairie Tails Podcast that will be on the new B3 Podcast Network! Prairie Tails Podcast with be primarily hosted by Wess and George McNamara. They will be covering a wide range of topics from Upland hunting to Waterfowl and much much more. I will also be …

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Florida Hunting with Swamp and Stomp 1:52:52

2M ago1:52:52

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The boys from Swamp and Stomp join us on the podcast today to tell us about the hunting and fishing in Florida. Including snipe, deer, and of course GIANT gators. Be sure to check them out on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to follow along with their season!By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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279. Cover Dog Trials 1:23:14

2M ago1:23:14

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Brett Edstrom comes on to discuss how the 'best' Ruffed Grouse dogs are proven on wild birds in cover dog trials. Its the catch and release approach to Ruffed Grouse Hunting that George Bird Evans used to long for in his writings! WATCH HERE Learning under a "legendary" trainer Did we lose anything through the decades of "wash outs"? From retriever…

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Recall | Ep. 204 Snakes!?! 1:40:09

2M ago1:40:09

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With the much anticipated early bird hunting season finally upon us in a few weeks, I've received quite a number of emails and messages concerned about snakes and questions about the Rattlesnake Vaccine so I thought it would be worth republishing the episode I recorded last year with Chris Jenkins of the Orianne Society where we talked everything s…

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278. Southern Wires Kennel 1:29:01

2M ago1:29:01

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Ryan McIntosh of Southern Wires Kennels joins us to share his journey and insights from establishing himself as a professional dog trainer in the demanding Texas heat. Tune in to hear about the challenges he faced, from finding his preferred training approach to building confidence in the process. WATCH HERE Deciding to take the plunge into profess…

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Setting up the Hunting Rig with Casey Hawks from DECKED 1:15:56

2M ago1:15:56

1:15:56

Casey and I talk about the DECKED drawer sysetm as well as the cargo glid. Pros and Cons of each. We also talk about insallation of both. Then we switch gears and talk about a subject that is near and dear to both of our hearts....Sub Gauges!By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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277. Is Professional Pet Transport Right for You? 1:15:18

2M ago1:15:18

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Todd and Jocelyn Sackett from Sweet Briar Pet Transport joins us to discuss how their unique service can add efficiency and convenience to your travel plans. Whether you're working with a trainer across the country or trying to figure out how to fit in that dream trip without sacrificing days of travel time, a professional pet transport service mig…

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276. Bird Hunting in Sweden 1:17:09

2M ago1:17:09

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Kristofer Sandlund from Sweden joins us to share his perspectives on hunting, training, and living with dogs in Sweden and compare them to the practices in the US. Watch Here Getting started with hunting dogs in Sweden Duck Tollers to Kleiner Munsterlanders Calling in Hazel Grouse How to hunt the 'horror bird' Cappercallie Grouse Where to find the …

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#32|From Research to Reality: Shelby Isensee on Women in Hunting 1:10:57

2M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

Join us in this captivating episode of the HerUpland podcast as Courtney Bastian sits down with the remarkable Shelby Isensee. From their first meeting at Pheasant Fest to Shelby’s recent accomplishments and new role as Midwest Regional CoordinatHer for HerUpland, this episode dives deep into Shelby’s journey, research, and passion for upland hunti…

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Recall | Ep. 154. Jim Sorenson's Upland Slam - Part 3 1:10:39

3M ago1:10:39

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This week we close out Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the upland slam in Part 3 originally released on 9/6/22. Ruffed Grouse Chukar Blue Grouse Spruce Grouse Sage Grouse Upland Slam Taxidermy Woodock Willow Ptarmigan Rock Ptarmigan Whitetail Ptarmigan Are Snipe and Rail being left out? Closing out Bella the 3rd dog The best and worst "behaved" bir…

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Plus Sized Models Episode 3! 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Tim Brown and Myself talk about Tims new dog box from BPRO Kennels. We talk about lots of fishing. Summer fitness goals to get ready for hunting season. And answer a few listener questions.By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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275. Markers & Reward Structure ~ Part 2 1:30:54

3M ago1:30:54

1:30:54

Jared Warren of Southern State K9 returns in part 2 of the discussion on building and utilizing markers in your training. You also cant discuss markers without at least a working level of understanding when it comes to reward structures so we explore that topic as well. Watch Here! Think of it as training with Dopamine rather than training with rew…

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Recall | Ep. 153. Jim Sorenson's Upland Slam - Part 2 58:06

3M ago58:06

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This week we continue Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the upland slam in Part 2 originally released on 8/30/22. Where did the journey begin? Does a hunting journal help with being a better hunter? Hungarian Partridge (Huns) and Sharptail Grouse (Sharps) Prairie Chickens Pheasant Bobwhite Quail Mountain Quail Valley Quail Mearns Quail Gambel Quail S…

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Ugly Dog Hunting Company with Mike Neiduski 1:15:12

3M ago1:15:12

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Mike Neiduski is this weeks guest! Mike is the owner of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, a judge for NAVHDA, and a fantastic human! We talk about his path to taking the jump into owning a small business. Some tragedy with his dogs. and plans for the upcoming season and much more! Be sure to follow him on instagram @mneiduski and @uglydoghuntingco. Huge th…

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274. Markers & Reward Structure - Part 1 1:08:17

3M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

"I wish the dog could understand what I'm saying!" A very relatable request or wish that any dog trainer has probably uttered at some point or another. The truth is though, with the proper approach and consistency, you can get the dog to at least understand "yes" or "no" which does allows you to communicate more effectively with your dog. Jared War…

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Recall | Ep. 152. Jim Sorenson's Upland Slam - Part 1 1:00:29

3M ago1:00:29

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This week we start Jim Sorenson's story of chasing the Upland Slam that originally released on August 23, 2022. This upland slam series is unique in that Jim doesn't chase the slam for himself. Jim counts the upland slam for each individual dog. From Vizslas to German Shorthair Pointers Pheasant hunting with pointing dogs or flushing dogs? What is …

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Feathered Forces with Klay Konrad 1:09:53

3M ago1:09:53

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By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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273. Training Patience 1:29:34

3M ago1:29:34

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In this episode, we're joined by Ben Fretz from North Country Sporting Dogs to discuss the most common concerns in the dog training world. Whether you're a DIY trainer, a professional, or a dog owner who hires a trainer, one truth remains: every dog is unique and won't follow the same path. However, the pressure often mounts once a date is set on t…

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272. Fueling Hydration & Recovery w/ Furvor 1:26:43

3M ago1:26:43

1:26:43

You never know when an idea or passion may find you. This was the case for Kevin and his son while out on an early season Sharptail hunt. While stopping for a break and consuming products designed to help fuel their own hunt, they couldn't help but wonder why they didn't have anything to help fuel their dogs. Fast forward and they have now produced…

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271. Conformation Shows ~ What are they and why do they matter? 1:11:07

3M ago1:11:07

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AKC conformation judge, Lonnie Carrol of Bear Hug Griffons, joins us to cover everything in the show dog world. Very often we hear the phrase "function over form" and Lonnie explains why it shouldn't be an either/or situation and we should be striving for both form AND function. Watch Here! What are conformation shows? The different classes and wha…

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270. Everything You Need to Know About Pet Insurance 1:07:55

4M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Accidents happen. Prices at the veterinary offices seem to be skyrocketing. How do we prepare for the scenario where we are weighing the well being of our beloved dog against whats right for our bank account and family? In this episode, we delve into the world of pet insurance—what it is, how it works, and why it might be right or wrong for you. Ti…

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GDIY Profile: Nate Lecy 41:05

4M ago41:05

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GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! NAME: Nate Lecy BREED: Pudelpointer, Lab/A…

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Talkin Trapping, Hunting, and The Outdoors with Randy Newberg 1:12:43

4M ago1:12:43

1:12:43

Randy Newberg is the host of Fresh Tracks, the former president of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Conservationist, Hunter, Trapper, Fisherman, and a grouse killing on of a gun! On top of all of that he is one of the nicest people in the outdoor industry.By Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast

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269. A Veterinarian's Advice on the CCL Injury 1:27:14

4M ago1:27:14

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We heard about the patients journey through TPLO surgery last week. This week we talk with Veterinarian, Jay Brekke, as he goes through all of the advice and tips from the actual surgeons perspective. WATCH HERE Just how common is the CCL injury today? The odds of dealing with the injury and the underlying causes The knee certifications should be s…

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Recall | Ep. 91 Backing & Honoring 1:11:25

4M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

One of my favorite things in the bird dog world is backing and honoring. Darryl Pernat came on the show in May of 2021 to break down his process on getting your dog to back reliably and consistently in the field! Why is backing important? "Backing" vs. "honoring" "Natural" vs. "developed" backers Better to start earlier or wait until after steadine…

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268. Navigating TPLO Surgery 1:17:37

4M ago1:17:37

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It's something we all hope never happens to our dogs but, unfortunately, a CCL injury (equivalent to a human ACL) is more common than what you may think. When Cliff Hawkins' 3 year old Pudelpointer, Ruby, went down with the injury, he found the available information on how to navigate the situation very lacking. So he documented his experience and …

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Plus Sized Models Episode 2: Big Boy Problems! 1:49:17

4M ago1:49:17

1:49:17

Tim Brown and Myself go over listener Questions. Topics discussed include favorite shotguns, boots we wear, types of cloths, what we look for when scouting hunting spots, and more. We also talk about our recent fishing trips. Whats been working and how fishing has been. And we poke a little fun at our buddy, Travis Frank.…

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GDIY Profile | Lucas Felling 29:22

4M ago29:22

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GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! NAME: Lucas Felling BREED: Llewellin Sette…

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267. The Benefits of Training Clubs 1:14:36

4M ago1:14:36

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Sometimes a bit help and extra hands go a long ways in helping you meet your goals with your dog. Chris Girard of the Green Valley Hunting & Retriever Club joins me to talk about the benefits as well as some of the challenges training groups can offer DIY trainers. Watch Here The history of GVHRC Accessing new potential hunters Group dynamics withi…

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GDIY Profile | Ron Hunt 1:00:36

5M ago1:00:36

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GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! NAME: Ron Hunt BREED: Brittany LOCATION: B…

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266. The Real Ryman Setter w/ Walt Lesser 1:57:37

5M ago1:57:37

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You should always jump at the opportunity when you get the chance to talk to someone in the upland space who has been chasing these birds for as long as Walt Lesser has! After all, he literally wrote the book on the Real Ryman Setter. It was a privilege to sit down with Walt in his home and hear his stores and what it was exactly that spoke to him …

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