“James Beaman does something courageous: he unravels the spiral of silence.” ~Glenn Loury I'm a theatre artist and a writer. A Gen X gay man of the old school. Favorite privilege? Free speech. I encourage people. I call bullshit. I push back. The Arts are in trouble. They're worth saving. Let's talk about it. jamesbeaman.substack.com
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Upland Bird Hunting in Michigan focusing on Ruffed Grouse and woodcock. Conversations about the birds, habitat, and dogs with people who enjoy them. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Todd Agnew, spaniels, grouse camp for handlers, and a little flushing dog training theory.
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Todd Agnew and Craney Hill Kennel are a big presence in the Spaniel world. I'm glad to have him on the podcast talking about the handlers and experiences beyond the usual training topics. This conversation would be a great fit in camp lounging around the dinner table. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pi…
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Clearcut Kennels, grouse and Gordons
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Dean has 40 years of grouse and Gordon Setters behind him and we had a good ole' grouse camp style conversation. clearcutkennel.com Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com Collar Clinic collarclinic.com Wild Card Outfit…
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Ben Beaman, What's new for Michigan Pheasants Forever
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I had Ben on the podcast 2 years ago and it was time to catch up and talk birds, habitat, and what PF is working on next. There is some good news for pheasants, bird hunters, sharptails, and woodcock? Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Ar…
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A bit of fun from the Society of the American Side by Side Shotgun Spring Classic. This is the second year that I've issued the Axis Challenge to raise money for habitat. It's a 5 dollar gentleman's bet based on a number of scores throughout the days shooting. I was easily beaten by every taker of my challenge. I picked up the microphones after tha…
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Darryl James, Game cooking tips and storytelling.
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Darryl and I could talk for far longer than we did. This is a long episode and covers a lot of ground. Follow Darryl at chefknife_corkscrew on Instagram or look him up Chef's Knife & Cork Screw L.L.C. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Ar…
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Dennis Stachewicz, Making a grouse dog with Uncle Grouse.
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Dennis Stachewicz joins me outlining his method for puppy introductions and grouse dog development. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com Collar Clinic collarclinic.com Wild Card Outfitters and Guide Service wildcardo…
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Steve Ireland, Tips and commentary about shot shell reloading.
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Steve has been loading shells for decades and loves the shotgun sports. We had a great conversation about some of the practices we've learned over the years. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com Collar Clinic collarc…
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Bruce Minard, grouse dogs and grouse trials.
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Bruce and I could have talked for a very long time but this episode will have to suffice for now. This conversation touches on grouse trials and grouse dog traits in general. Bruce and his son operate Hi Five Kennels &Gamebirds and Grouse Ridge Guide Service at hifivekennels.com Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrouse…
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Joe Bowles, this is all about shotguns and ways to get better with them.
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This episode wanders all over the shotgun topic. Fit, handling, ammo selection, practice, and what's simply all in our heads. Joe owns and operates TronSpace Stockworks tronspace.com and is also a certified clays instructor. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second C…
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SEASON 5 Is now started and I'm excited about some of the guest ideas already in the works. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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This solo podcast is a response—albeit a delayed one—to the hideous evil perpetrated on October 7 last year, and the pitiful spectacle of a warped, callous wave of Jew hatred sweeping college campuses: the rot starting at the pinnacle of the Ivy League, Harvard. The capture of the academies is where the corruption begins. It’s where it always begin…
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Nic De Castro, LandTrust, and the changing opportunities on private land
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This isn't your typical grouse and woodcock episode. If you have wanted to travel for hunting opportunities further abroad LandTrust may be an option to try. Nic and I highlight how his company can help you enjoy your days afield and some of the changing trends in private land access. I hope you find the conversation as thought provoking as I did. …
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A roundtable with the Grumpy Old Constitutionalist grouse camp.
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Dennis, Dave, Perry, and myself took most of a week to pursue grouse and enjoy conversation. We took a little time before departing to discuss the week and sum up a few of our thoughts. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmoru…
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An unusual solo start to this episode and a guest joining me later on. I start by addressing the reason why we don't hunt covers at the same time and Nate reflects on some of the benefits of camp. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Landon Foster, A growing grouse hunter and the camp experiences.
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I found Landon on social media in a group called Michigan Grouse Camps. Having only hunted birds for 5 years, he offered a different perspective from the long years many more hunters have. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarm…
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The Autonomous Artist with Melody Rachel
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I’m thrilled that my very first podcast guest, MELODY RACHEL, returned for this lively conversation centered around her latest original solo theatre piece, Demo, which just premiered at the Sydney Fringe Festival. Our chat centers around the challenges theatre makers face when approaching potentially provocative themes and subjects. How do we weigh…
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Larry Partridge, its all about the forestry.
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Larry is the new guy at RGS in Michigan and is the forestry coordinator. We spend a lot of time on the many ways to manage a forest and then devolve into a bunch of nerd stuff. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com Co…
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Art Without Activism with Kevin Ray
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I’ve been wanting to talk with Kevin Ray for a long time. Just over a year ago, when I was struggling with my decision to create The Cornfield, and speak out about some of the abusive practices and divisive ideas that had invaded the theatre workspace, I saw a video featuring Kevin’s experience of being confronted with DEI in his work as a teaching…
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Scott Brosier, A BirdCamp chat and my lesson packed walk.
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Scott owns and operates Pine Hill Gun Dogs and we just chat about what we've been doing as the season opens. I also get into a lesson filled walk around a field I had last season. Thanks to our sponsors and patrons as well. Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor…
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The Ethical Actor with Michael Kostroff
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This week, I have the consummate pleasure of chewing the fat with one of my favorite people. Michael Kostroff and I met almost a decade ago, when he cast me in a play he was directing, and we’ve been fast friends ever since. Michael’s an accomplished actor, master teacher and creator of Audition Psych 101, a unique workshop for actors navigating th…
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Talking Shop with Creatives Gabriel Ashton Brown & Kramer Kwalick
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I have been a master theatre teacher for a long time, working with children and teens, and more recently, building a business coaching adult professional actors. What’s interesting about a life in the theatre is that time passes and you don’t feel it happen, because you’re busy hustling and trying to get to do what you love as much as you can. I fi…
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Ryan Doughty, grouse guns, shooting, and would you take a Boss shotgun hunting.
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Ryan hosts a podcast called A Break In The Action. We could easily burn 4 hours talking guns and shooting but we kept it brief this time. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com Collar Clinic collarclinic.com --- Suppor…
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Kevin Stewart, Gladwin trials, hunting, and other conversation
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Kevin and I talk about running dogs in wild bird trials and the differences between hunting and trials. Of course we wander off topic a lot and simply talk dogs, birds, and a Grouse Camp event held at Alibi Hall on August 19, 2023. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com S…
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This week’s episode is so incredibly important to me: an in-depth conversation with award-winning social worker, educator and author ZANDER KEIG, about the challenges facing today’s LGBT youth and the pressures they are feeling regarding issues of gender and sexuality. As a first-generation Latino transsexual man, Zander brings unique and invaluabl…
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Andy Cullen and Todd Stelzer of Whiskey River Gundogs sat down and I bounced thoughts about the weekend and dog handling off each of them. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcas…
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Gen X meets Gen Z ...with Izzy Beaman
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This week, I talk pronouns, pansexuality, psychic prognostication and performance with my multi-talented niece Isobel “Izzy” Beaman. My brother’s youngest, Izzy is my artist niece, and that gives us a special connection. She’s a trained actress, singer/songwriter, producer and content creator. Her collaborations with Kyle Cooper and Jackalope Studi…
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Lina, Lena, Laverne & Diahann...with BRANDON CURRY!
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One hour was not enough! Here’s Part Two of my conversation with friend, amazing actor, influencer and podcaster BRANDON LASHAWN CURRY. In this second hour, we take a deep dive into gender politics, transitioning kids, Brandon’s fresh take on race and gender representation in show business—and our favorite divas! DISCLAIMER: ALL VIEWS EXPRESSED ARE…
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Andy Cullen, Spaniel Seminar part 1
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Andy graciously gave up some of his interaction time to record 2 parts for BirdCamp. It was a long hot weekend well spent. Thank you to our sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs Field Armor fieldarmorusa.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…
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This week, I chat with my friend, amazing actor, influencer and podcaster BRANDON LASHAWN CURRY, about his unique individualism, his take on race and gender representation in show business, and our favorite divas! Our conversation was so much fun, we talked for two and a half hours—so this is PART ONE. DISCLAIMER: ALL VIEWS EXPRESSED ARE MY OWN AND…
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Adam is a fellow Michigan hunter and we get down to business early about what gear we like, don't use, saved up for, and will give away for free. Feel free to contact the podcast through mi.birdcamp@gmail.com on IG @birdcamppod on FB at BirdCamp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support…
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John McWhorter's a Musical Theatre Queen
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For my second ever Cornfield Podcast interview I was honored to have Best-Selling Author, New York Times columnist, Columbia University professor, co-star of The Glenn Show—and my Simon’s Rock roommate (40 years ago!), JOHN MCWHORTER! John is a connoisseur of Musical Theatre, the world where I’ve performed for most of my 30+ year career. So we dish…
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Aussie actor and podcaster MELODY RACHEL joins me for a lively conversation about the dilemma facing gay men and lesbians in today's culture of pronouns and gender politics. And what to do as a theatre artist who wants to speak from one's own personal experience, in such a heated and censorious community? Melody Rachel is a Theatre Artist and Podca…
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My first ever podcast episode! I’ll let it speak for itself. There’s lots of great content ahead on The Cornfield Podcast and some AMAZING guests. Please consider becoming a paid monthly subscriber! It really does support what I’m doing. Happy Pride. The Cornfield is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider…
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This is a wandering conversation all about food. Dave and I had trouble staying on task and it turned out just fine. Get ready for recipe ideas, cooking concepts, favorite herbs, and what not to serve royalty. Thank you to out sponsors Aspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.com Pine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.com Second Chance Bird dogs…
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Dennis Stachewicz, the elements of effective grouse hunting.
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This episode builds on others that get you into the right cover. We pick up the conversation with what to keep in mind once you're in that prime cover. We cover 4 different styles of hunt and what makes each effective along with a few ways we cost ourselves opportunities. This episode also introduces our first 2 sponsors of the podcast. Aspen Thick…
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Chris Postma, 3D Gundog Training and upland retrievers
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I've known Chris a while through our home club of Great Lakes HRC. Once we were settled in, the conversation really going and we covered much of the basics of hunting uplands with a retriever. I hope you enjoy the episode and feel free to contact the podcast at mi.birdcamp@gmail.com or on FaceBook BirdCamp or Instagram @BirdCampPod --- Support this…
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Glen Blackwood, an RGS update and a lot about books and reading.
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Glen and I started out with the birds and a update about recent RGS activity here in the Great Lakes region. We talked a bit about a couple of upland literature men that have recently passed away and then fell down the book loving rabbit hole. It was a pleasure to have him in the study. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s…
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Channing Will, a reminisce about the family grouse camp and the family gun shop.
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Channing and I talk about the family's camp and history around Wills Gun Shop in the N.E. lower peninsula of Michigan and dig into some of the gunsmith trade as well. As always please Like, Share, Rate, Review, and tell a friend about BirdCamp. Contact the podcast through these platforms: Mi.BirdCamp@gmail.com BirdCampPod on Instagram BIrdCamp in F…
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S4 EP6 Joel Penkala, host of the Gun Room Podcast.
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Joel and I talk about the opportunities in New Jersey where he resides and a lot about bird guns. Enjoy the episode. Feedback is appreciated at Mi.BirdCamp@gmail.com or on FB at BirdCamp or lastly on IG @BirdCampPod Also consider becoming a Patreon supporter as I begin upgrade shopping for microphones. https://www.patreon.com/BirdCamp --- Support t…
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Second Chance Bird Dogs and handlers.
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Recorded March 14th at Haymarsh Hunt Club at the end of a weekend of fundraising to renovate and expand the kennels at Second Chance Bird Dogs. Mike Mapes, sponsor Jeff from Field Armor, and handlers join me for a poorly recorded round table in the clubhouse. Contact for 2nd Chance is: https://www.facebook.com/people/Second-Chance-Bird-Dogs/1000835…
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Gerald Giordano, hunting with Epagneul Bretons and the hunting experience.
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Gerry and I finally were able to connect and chat about his dogs and where the breed has taken him. Thank you for listening and consider supporting the podcast through Patreon at patreon.com/BirdCamp --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Another Michigan native encouraging participation in many aspects of the outdoors. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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If you hunt with a flushing dog this is a must attend event. A top quality trainer presenting his system that has true benefits for the hunter. Give this quick episode a listen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Andrea Bogard, a highly active outdoor woman.
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Andrea and I have had these kinds of conversations before and it's about time BirdCamp was involved. We wander around conversationally for quite a while and jump topics regularly. Hunting, dogs, conservation, outdoor picture taking, women hunters and shooters, and so much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdc…
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Travis Moszer, Great Divide Kennels
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Travis and I could easily talk the night away about hunting. He seems to be a man that embraces all the right things about hunting's finer things. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Jonathon Moore, chasing elusive Michigan roosters.
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We finally were able to get this recording done to wrap up Season 3 for the podcast. There is a lot of detail to consider in this conversation. As well as how to best promote the flourishing of wild pheasants in a place trying to rebound its wild birds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support…
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Ryan Reddick, Interstate connections.
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Ryan Reddick journeys to Michigan every year to hunt in the U.P. for grouse and woodcock. Many friends also head to the panhandle of Oklahoma to join him in hunting his beloved quail. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Grumpy Old Constitutionalists Camp grouse roundtable.
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Dennis Stachewitz, Perry Masotti, and David Weaver sit down after breakfast on our last day and conversate about the weeks challenges. We also head into the proverbial weeds of hunting ethics, slob hunters, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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This is just me going over the lessons learned from camp. A few stories for good measure as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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Heather Shaw, Michigan sharptail grouse
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Heather is now a biologist with the Michigan DNR and is the point person for U.P. upland birds. Enjoy the episode and as always feel free to contact the podcast at mi.birdcamp@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/birdcamp/support
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