E125 - When To Start Preparing - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
As we move into the off season for Chad he’s already thinking about next waterfowl hunting season. It’s never too early getting your gear in order. This episode is brought to you by Safari Club International, a great organization that are looking out after our hunting rights.
E124 - What's Your Favorite Type Of Hunting - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
E124 - What's Your Favorite Type Of Hunting - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI by Chad Belding
E123 - The state of waterfowl hunting in Tennessee with Kelley Powers - Final Flight Outfitters
Final Flight Outfitters is based out of Tennessee and offers hunters everything for big game hunting, waterfowl hunters, turkey hunters and more. Final Flight is a family owned business and Kelley Powers is apart of that family. Kelley talks about his hunting experience this past season in Tennessee and other areas in the South and why the area is experiencing low numbers of waterfowl. This podcast was recorded over zoom and the connect cuts off a few times.
E122 - John Cary Construction Part 1 - Work Where Series by Dickies
John Cary is owner of JSC Construction and they are one of the top custom home builders out of Reno, Nevada. John founded his company based on traditional values and a strong work ethic and shares some of experiences building up a successful company. John is also a bit of a fitness and weightlifting guru and the guys discuss paths to fitness success there as well. This episode is brought to you by Dickies Clothing.
E121 - Diverse Vocabulary Of Canada Geese - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
Chad covers a wide range of waterfowl hunting topics but focuses on the diverse vocabulary of Canada Geese. This episode is brought to you by Safari Club International, a great organization helping to protect hunting rights here in the United States and overseas.
E120 - Ending The Waterfowl Hunting Season - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
Chad recaps the 2020 waterfowl hunting season and closing out the season on great goose hunts with Remi Warren and David Wise. Remi is an obsessive hunter like Chad who hosts SOLOTV, co-hosted on Meat Eater Tv and more. David Wise is a two-time Olympic go medalist and 4-x X Game Gold Medalist. David has a passion for the outdoors and This episode is Brought to you by Safari Club International, an organizing that is battling for hunting rights!
E119 - Bobby Heim Competition Duck Caller - Work Where Series by Dickies
Bobby is back on the podcast to talk about his experiences competing in various Waterfowl Calling Championships and life as a waterfowl hunter. Bobby has had great success placing 3rd in the World Goose Calling Championship two years in a row and also placing 3rd in the World Live Goose and also placing 3rd in the World Team Goose.
E118 - Andy Place - Sales Director for Thorogood Boots
Thorogood Boots has been a trusted name in providing quality, crafted boots and footwear for hard working people all over the world since 1892! We utilize their boots while on duck hunts. We find them to be durable and rugged but comfortable to have on all day. We're excited to talk about the history of Thorogood Boots with Andy Place, Sales Director, who also has a passion for the outdoors and hunting.
E117 - Remi Warren Solo Hunter - Work Where Series by Dickies
We are joined by Remi Warren, an outdoor writer, outfitter, television host and obsessive hunter. Remi co-hosts the popular hunting show Solo Hunter on Outdoor Channel and has been a guest hunter on Steve Rinella's Meat Eater. Remi also has his own podcast called Cutting the Distance where he goes into hunting tips and tactics. Remi has joined us on a few waterfowl hunts this year which should air on the Fowl Life Season 13. This podcast episode is brought to you by Dickies Work Wear, Gerber Gear and Leer Toppers.
E116 - Hunting with UFC Champions Dan Henderson and Chad Mendes
These two legends of the MMA, Dan Henderson and Chad Mendes talk talk about their recent waterfowl hunts had in Northern California.
E115 - Waterfowl Conservation with Rocque Merlo And Yancey Forest-Knowles
We have 2 prominent members of the California Waterfowl Association, a leading organization that educates, innovate and advocates to support waterfowl abundance and support hunting in California. Yancey Forest-Knowles is the former chairman of the CWA and Rocque Merlo is the current chairman, both have a passion for the outdoors and a drive to preserve the hunting heritage.
E114 - Josh Tichenor - Mallard View Ice Eaters Put More Ducks In The Bag
Mallard View Ice Eaters put more ducks in the bag, yes. Movement and commotion in the decoys always increases your odds. But, that’s not why I love them so much. We love them ’cause they salvage days in the season that Mother Nature would otherwise steal from us. Check them out at mallardviewoutdoors.com
E113 - Ryley Haugh - Life of a Waterfowl Hunting Guide - Work Where Series by Dickies
As a full-time waterfowl hunting guide, Ryley shares his experiences and hunting tips working for Merlo Waterfowl. As hard as it is working when it's hunting time he finds satifcation delivering exceptional hunts for his clients. He's a hard worker and is skilled at hunting where the birds want to be. This episode is brought to you by Dickies. Dickies.com
E112 - Chris Cifreo - Making the Best Duck Call
Duck call maker Chris Cifreo joins the podcast to talk about what goes into making the best duck call. Chris is co-owner of Jargon Game Calls, an Arkansas based waterfowl call company.Check out all duck calls here: www.jargongamecalls.com
E111 - Shawn Bloomquist - Western Concrete Cutting - Work Where Series by Dickies
Shawn is co-owner of Western Concrete Cutting with good friend Chris Ravencroft. With 58 combined years of experience they provide an important service to the Northern Nevada local construction industry. They take pride in the work they do and have earned the respect of their partners knowing they will get the job done professionally.
E110 - Tyler Jordan Realtree Outdoors - Work Where Series by Dickies
Tyler Jordan with Realtree joins Chad to discuss hunting topics, his relationship with his father Bill Jordan and the state of the hunting industry.
E109 - John Vradenburg - Biologist at US Fish and Wildlife Service
John is the Supervisory Biologist for the Klamath Basin Complex for the US Fish and Wildlife. His team is responsible for the biological monitor and management of the wildlife habitat for 6 National Wildlife Refuge in the Klamath Basin in Oregon and California, which is about 250,000 acres. John talks about the struggle for water rights and drought that has led to the terrible avian botulism outbreak killing an estimated 40,000 plus waterfowl. This area is a key place for waterfowl to nest and raise their young, so California Waterfowl Association and other organizations are working hard to fix this issue that could effect the whole pacific flyway.
E108 - Bobby Heim - Competition Duck Callers
Bobby Heim is now one of the top competition duck callers in the country having won several competitions and placing in the top 3 at the World Duck multiple times.
E107 - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
Chad updates us on his hunts and topics important to duck hunters. This episodes is brought to you by Safari Cub International. An organization that help fight to protect Hunter rights here in the United States and internationally.
E106 - Trevor Young - HIVIZ Product Manager
Trevor is product designer and gun sight guru for HIVIZ Shooting Systems. HIVIZ manufactures high quality firearm fiber optic and tritium sights. We use their sights on all our duck hunts and they help us shoot more accurate especially in those low light situations.
E105 - Ed Soares with K-9 Unit - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Ed is the Menlo PD Sergeant and works with the police K-9 unit. Ed shares stories of the speciality training and the nutrition the K-9 dogs receive. The guys also get into the current politics surrounding the police in the United States.
E104 - Jeff Tarsi - Nutrien AG Solutions
Jeff Tarsi is SVP North American Operations for Nutrien Ag Solutions. Nutrien AG Solutions offers a wide range of products and services for farmers and ranchers all across the globe. Jeff talk about the agricultural industry and his passion for the outdoors and hunting.
E103 - Phil Howe - Founder of HIVIZ Shooting Systems
Phil Howe is founder of HIVIZ Shooting Systems. HIVIZ sights are bright and will enhance your confidence and shooting experience in any lighting conditions. We've used HIVIZ for many years and attribute our shooting success on waterfowl hunts using HIVIZ in combination with our Benelli's.
E102 - Pete Fischer - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Dogtra Senior Consultant, Pete Fischer, shares dog training tips to keep your duck dog in top shape for the hunting season.
E101 - Alex Crosby - Work Where Series by Dickies
Alex Crosby can certainly grow a beard and is a dead-eye on the rifle. He's an avid outdoorsman / hunter and you've seen him on the Dead Dog Walking' TV show, The Fowl Life TV show and the new Where The Pavement Ends podcast. Alex is also owner in Tahoe Creamery and a sous-chef at Pinocchio's in Reno, Nevada.
E100 - Brad Ladue - Work Where Series by Dickies
Brad along with his brother and father have owned and operated Sun Leisure Pools & Spas in Sparks, Nevada for over 30 years. They
E99 - Pat Ladue - Work Where Series by Dickies
Pat is part owner in the family run business called Sun Leisure Pools in Reno, Nevada. Chad and Pat talk about the pool industry and the entrepreneur spirit to build a business from the ground up.
E98 - Hunting Traditions - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
Chad talks about how Safari Club International not only protects hunter rights internationally but also locally including waterfowl hunters all across the United States. Chad also gets into his experiences for his early season Canada goose hunts and getting to hunt with Mike who is a veteran fireman and was diagnosed with cancer with doctors telling him he has a limited time left on this earth.
E97- Carson Wentz - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Carson Wentz is the NFL quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. Carson is an avid outdoorsmen and when he's not training for football you can find him out in a duck blind. Carson along with his brother Zach have a hunting tv show on the Outdoor Channel called Wentz Brothers Outdoors. This episode is brought to you by Eukanuba Sporting Dog, food that helps our duck dogs perform at the highest level.
E96 - Greg Randolph with Decked - Work Where Series by Dickies
The VP of Marketing for Decked joins the podcast to talk about truck organization. Decked makes heavy-duty slide out storage drawers ideal for the waterfowl hunter, outdoorsman or the guy who needs to organize all his work tools.
E95 - Brannon Byrne Farms - American Almomd Beef - Work Where Series by Dickies
A new podcast series we are calling Work Where presented by Dickies. Opening up the series we have Brannon Byrne who’s a man of many talents but one thing is for sure his dedication, hard work and entrepreneurship has lead him to create many successful companies including his most recent venture American Almond Beef.
E94 - Bergen Palmer - Decked USA
After ski racing at the national level, Bergen Palmer moved into the Marketing Manager position at Decked USA. Decked makes the coolest truck bed storage organizer systems. Chad and Bergen get into the story of the company and their plans for the future.
E93 - Kelley Powers - World Champion and Champion of Champions Goose Caller
Kelley Powers was the 1999 World Goose Calling Champion and 2020 Champion of Champion Goose Caller. Chad and Kelley talk about the state of the waterfowl hunting world and how hunters are dealing with he Covid issues traveling to hunt.
E92 - Pete Fischer & Brad Arington Presented by DOGTRA
Pete studied under Lawrence Martens, a retriever trainers Hall of Famer. Eventually Pete started his own training and breeding service under the name Fischer Kennels. Pete honed his skills as a professional sporting dog trainer and has transitioned full time with Dogtra, a quality e-collar used by sporting dog training professionals.Brad Arington is no stranger to the Fowl Life. He and his sporting dogs have been featured on many past episodes of The Fowl Life. Brad is a leader in the duck dog industry with his famous Mossy Pond Retrievers training facility and trainers.
E91 - Brad Arington Dog Trainer - Presented by DOGTRA
Brad Arington is the owner and head trainer at Mossy Pond Retrievers (MPR) out of Georgia and New York. MPR is one of the leading dog training facilities in the country producing many field trial champions. If you're looking to improve your hunting dog or get new hunting dog, Brad and MPR is the place. In this podcast Brad and Chad talk about all things sporting dogs but they also focus on how to use training collars like Dogtra for safety and to get the best results.
E90 - Tony Vandemore
Tony Vandemore is a hunter, conservationist and owner of Habitat Flats, North America's #1 Waterfowl Hunting Lodge. Tony is a fellow Benelli ambassador and is a great figure representing the duck hunting community.
E89 - New Jargon Duck Calls
Chad talks about all the new things going on at Jargon Duck Calls including the 3 new calls that have been release. Chit Chad, Live Duck, ParaDox.
E88 - Hunting Rights - Fowl Thoughts Presented by SCI
Chad discusses his insight of duck hunting and how it pertains to Safari Club International (SCI) and what will differentiate our freedoms and rights in the future. This is part 1 of the Fowl Thoughts Series where we cover topics around the waterfowl hunting culture. Big thank you to SCI for their support for this podcast and for the work they do for hunters all across the world.
E87 - Waterfowl Hunting Pro Tips
So you're ready for waterfowl season, but are you ready to hunt like a PRO? Don't load up before hearing Chad's pro tips!
E86 - Opening Day Thoughts
Opening Day 2020/21 is upon us! Are you ready? Listen in as Chad gives you his top thoughts and pro tips for the BEST season yet!
E85 - Axl - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Chad shares his experiences with the transition of his champion duck dog Axl returning home from the professional dog trainers at Mossy Pond Retrievers in Georgia. It's all about consistency and up keep to be sure Axl is ready for duck season. From running drills to keeping his health and nutrition up with Eukanuba Sporting Dog food we know Axl will be ready for the big show!
E84 - Tim Joseph - Vice President of Brand Marketing Benelli USA
Joseph is responsible for heading up Benelli USA's strategic marketing, advertising and communications initiatives within the U.S. for the family of brands-Benelli, Franchi, Stoeger, Uberti and Stoeger Airguns-to maintain their position as brand leaders in existing and emerging markets. With more than 25 years of experience, Joseph has had much success in multi-channel marketing with notable companies such as Cabela's, Woolrich and Orvis. Always an avid outdoorsman, Tim has hunted across much of North America. His experiences have fueled his passion for the outdoors while giving him a deep understanding of the industry and the key players within.
E83 - Duck & Goose Calls - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
Duck and goose calling is just plain fun. Nothing is more satisfying to a duck hunter than fooling hard-hunted wary birds with effective calling. And the tools used to lure those birds, the calls, have only gotten better and cooler over the years. Special guest Chris Cifreo duck call maker with Jargon Game Calls joins hosts Chad Belding and Skip Knowles of Wildfowl Magazine to talk about all the duck and goose calls on the market.
E82 - Joe Spoo GunDogDoc - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
The original GunDogDoc, Dr. Joe Spoo is a veterinarian of small animal medicine with a special passion for sporting dogs and, more specifically, the gundog breeds. This passion led him to pursue specialization in sports medicine and rehabilitation.
E81 - Dog Accessories - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
Brad Arington with Mossy Pond Retrievers and Josh Dokken of Banded join hosts Chad and Skip to talk Waterfowl Dog Accessories from the 2020 Giant Gear Issue. Taking care of a duck dog properly is a lot of work and there is a ton of canine gear available to get your dog at the top of his game.
E80 - Les Naisbitt - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
E80 - Les Naisbitt - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba by Chad Belding
E79 - Boats & Motors - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
This episode covers the Boats and Motors section of the 2020 Wildfowl Giant Gear Issue. Our guests include Marty Hesch, an Arkansas duck hunter that uses his boat and motor through out the duck hunting season. Our other guest is Kyle Broussard, owner of Gator Tail Outboard Motors, maker of one of the best surface-drive boats a motors for waterfowl hunters.
E78 - Shotguns - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
Tony Vandemore, co-owner and operator of Habitat Flats and George Thompson with Benelli join Chad and Skip to talk about Shotguns from the 2020 Wildfowl Giant Gear Issue. Tony Vandemore has spent most his life outdoors hunting waterfowl, turkey and deer, as well as fishing. Tony has a wealth of knowledge and experience in waterfowling and he shares what he looks for in a waterfowl shotgun. George talks about the inner workings of Benelli's Super Black Eagle 3 B.E.S.T system.
E77 - Ira McCauley - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
A lifelong outdoorsman, McCauley has always had a close connection and special place in his heart for the outdoors and retrievers. Ira is a veterinarian by vocation and an entrepreneur in spirit. Ira is a partner in Missouri's Habitat Flats hunting lodges, founder of Momarsh waterfowl products, and co-owner of two veterinary offices, he's a die-hard retriever man.
E76 - Hunting Accessories - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
Drew Keith and Jared Mophett, head guides at Honey Brake Experience out of Louisiana, join Chad and Skip to help lead us through the Hunting Accessories section of the 2020 WILDFOWL Gear issue.
E75 - Laden Force - Publisher of WILDFOWL Magazine
Laden is a young careerman of the outdoor industry, now working as the publisher of North American Whitetail, Gun Dog and Wildfowl Magazine, as well as the Producer/Co-host of North American Whitetail TV. Raised on his family farm in northern Missouri, he cut his teeth on hunting white-tailed deer, eastern turkeys, waterfowl and quail. Laden is an avid outdoorsman that thrives on pursuing game with a bow and sharing his passion with his three sons.
E74 - Blinds - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
In this episode we talk about concealment and the usecover all sorts of blinds used in waterfowl hunting. From field blinds, dog blinds, layout blinds, waterfowl pit blinds, A-Frame
E73 - Shannon Nardi - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Shannon Nardi has a rich history in the Outdoor TV production world. Her farther, Jerry McKinnis created and hosted The Fishin' Hole on ESPN for many years. Shannon naturally got pulled into the filming and production world and was chosen to produce the sporting dog segments of an ESPN Olympic-style competition series. From there her fascination in the sporting dog world grew and she eventually created Dancin Dog Productions and the popular event called the Super Retriever Series (SRS).
E72 - Loads & Chokes - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
E72 - Loads & Chokes - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series by Chad Belding
E71 - Decoys - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
Fred Zink joins Chad and Skip to discuss duck and goose decoys and which ones work best for pulling a visual ruse on sharp-eyed fowl.
E70 - Andrew Skluzacek - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
Andrew Skluzacek is owner/trainer of Wild Acre Kennels located just south of the Twin Cities in Minnesota. Andrew talks to us about his duck dog training program and shares some of his advance techniques he uses for steadiness, taking hand signals, and more. Andrew also shares why he using Eukanuba Sporting Dog food for optimal performance.
E69 - Clothing, Waders & Camo - WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
The guys cover top notch clothing, waders and camouflage meant to work in your chosen hunting environments. Special guests include Josh Dokken, Director of Marketing at Banded and Kelley Powers of Final Flight. Co-host Skip Knowles, Editor and Chief of WILDFOWL magazine
E68 - Introduction to WILDFOWL 2020 Giant Gear Issue Series
WILDFOWL and The Fowl Life are teaming up for an exciting podcast celebration and exploration of WILDFOWL'S GIANT GEAR ISSUE. Topics include: Calls, Ammo & Chokes, Decoys, Apparel, Boats and Motors, Retrievers Accessories, Hunting Accessories, Blinds and Shotguns. Chad is joined by co-host Skip Knowles, Editor and Chief and Brand Manager of WILDFOWL Magazine. Plus, Laden Force publisher of WILDFOWL, GUN DOG, and more joins the conversation to discuss all the topics important to all waterfowl hunters
E67 - Chris Akin - Duck Dogs Fueled by Eukanuba
We kick off our Duck Dogs Podcast Series with one of the most accomplished dog trainers in the country, Chris Akin. Chris and his Web Footed Kennels has produced more than 350 Hunting Retriever Champions, 175 Master Hunters and 35 Grand Hunting Retriever Champions! Akin's personal titles include two Super Retriever Series Championships and an ESPN Great Outdoor Games Gold Medal. The Fowl Life Duck Dog Podcast Series is brought to you by Eukanuba, a leader is sporting dog nutrition.
E66 - Josh Tichenor - Mallard View Outdoors
Josh Tichenor the owner and operator of Mallard View Outdoors which makes the Power House Ice Eater, a vital tool for waterfowl hunters to manage icy conditions to keep the hunting zone open. Check them out at mallardviewoutdors.com
E65 - Brian Keller - Ya Ya Snow Goose Calls
Brian Keller is an unlikely waterfowl hunter that lives in Long Beach California but has a big passion for waterfowl hunting. Brian travels to all the hot spots around California to chase the migration. Brian talks about the challenges he faces to get to the waterfowl and also how he got into Snow Goose hunting and eventually creating the Ya Ya Snow Goose Call Company. This episode is brought to you by Gerber Gear.
E64 - JP Fischer - Benelli
John Paul Fischer is the Director of Sales and Channel Management at Benelli USA. JP plays a big role in keeping the Benelli brand at the top. JP talks to us about the culture at Benelli and the drive to innovate and with the new Super Black Eagle 3 BE.S.T system that coats and protects the best waterfowl shotgun ever made got even better!
E63 - Kile Jones - World Champ Goose Caller - Part 2
Kile Jones is the 2018 and 2019 World Goose Calling Champion. Kile is a humble competitor but don't be fooled as he is a hard worker and driven to be the best. Kile shares his experiences getting into goose calling competitions and meeting his predecessors and learning from them. Episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives and Jargon Game Calls.
E62 - Kile Jones - World Champ Goose Caller
Kile Jones is the 2018 and 2019 World Goose Calling Champion. Kile is a humble competitor but don't be fooled as he is a hard worker and driven to be the best. Kile shares his experiences getting into goose calling competitions and meeting his predecessors and learning from them. Episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives and Jargon Game Calls.
E61 - Kelley Powers - 2000 World Goose Calling Champion - Part 3
Kelley Powers has little left to prove in the waterfowling world. Using Tim Grounds calls, he has already won the World Goose Calling Championship and the World Goose Champion of Champions forcing him to retire from this pinnacle-calling event. In Jan. of 2003 he won the International followed by the Masters, World Open and later the Worldwide which collectively of all major contests, is a feat that has never been achieved by any other individual.Also, Kelley is part owner of Final Flight Outfitters, a mail order catalog company and waterfowl retail store located in Union City, TN.
E60 - Kelley Powers - 2000 World Goose Calling Champion - Part 2
Kelley Powers has little left to prove in the waterfowling world. Using Tim Grounds calls, he has already won the World Goose Calling Championship and the World Goose Champion of Champions forcing him to retire from this pinnacle-calling event. In Jan. of 2003 he won the International followed by the Masters, World Open and later the Worldwide which collectively of all major contests, is a feat that has never been achieved by any other individual. Also, Kelley is part owner of Final Flight Outfitters, a mail order catalog company and waterfowl retail store located in Union City, TN.
E59 - Justin Martin of Duck Commander
Justin Martin, also known as “Martin” or “Friar Tuck”, is the General Manager at Duck Commander. He is best known for his appearances on the hit A&E reality series Duck Dynasty. When he’s not keeping Duck Commander employees in check, you’ll find him fishing for crappie or in the duck blind with his wife, Brittany Martin. Follow Justin online at @jmartinduckman
E58 - Scott Mueller California Waterfowl Association - Essentials Of Duck Hunting Series
Scott Mueller is the VP Fund & Membership Development for California Waterfowl Association. Scott talks about how CWA is working hard to protect hunter rights and wildlife conservation through advocacy, education and innovation programs. It's more important than ever for hunters to get involved. This episode is brought to you by Gerber Gear
E57 - Remi Warren - Wild Game Field Care & Cooking - Essentials Of Duck Hunting Series
Remi Warren is an outdoor writer, outfitter, television host on Solo Hunter and guest host on MeatEater. Remi is probably better know for his amazing big game solo hunts but he says his roots come from waterfowl hunting. Remi joins the podcast to talk about field care of wild game and cooking wild game. Remi shares some delicious recipes he uses on wild game cooking ducks. This episode is brought to you by Traeger Grills and Gerber Knives.
E56 - Karrson Koivisto - Gerber Knives - Essentials Of Duck Hunting Series
Gerber Gear creates great gear for the hunter, fishermen and The Provider. Karrson is the product designer for Gerber and talks with us about the idea of being a Provider. In this Essentials of Duck Hunting we tackle the strategies and gear used to help duck hunters find success and Gerber certainly plays a vital role in why we duck hunt with the processing the harvest part of the hunt.
E55 - Russell Kelley Eukanuba - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Russ Kelley is the Service and Working Dog Research Manager for Royal Canin and Eukanuba. Russ shares some of his knowledge of sporting dog nutrition and keeping our hunting partners operating at maximum potential.
E54 - Brad Arington Dog Training - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Brad Arington is owner of Mossy Pond Retrievers out of Georgia. Brad has built a reputation in the industry for developing champion field trial dogs and master hunter dogs. Brad is on Team Eukanuba and talks about dog nutrition and some techniques that he uses to training his duck dogs.
E53 - Wild Acre Kennels - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Andrew Skluzacek is the head dog trainer at Wild Acre Kennels located just out side of the Twin Cities of Minnesota. He is a respected dog trainer for waterfowl hunting and is on the Eukanuba Dog Trainers Team. Andrew shares some important techniques on training gun dogs and insight on how to feed them right so they're strong and ready to make retrieves when duck hunting season is upon us.
E52 - Chris Cifreo - Jargon Game Calls - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Chris Cifreo is a duck call maker for Jargon Game Calls and brings his knowledge of making duck calls and blowing duck calls to sound like realistic ducks. The guys argue that duck calling is the most important tool to use during a duck hunt. This Essentials of Duck Hunting Series podcast episode is brought to you by Jargon Game Calls and Gerber Knives.
E51 - Adam Pyles - Banded Waterfowl Clothing - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Adam Pyles is Territory Sales Manager with Banded, a company known for making some of the best waterfowl hunting waders, jackets, pants etc. Adam is knowledgeable in the technology that goes into making these superior hunting layers to protect waterfowl hunters from the extreme conditions they hunt in.
E50 - Tyler Jordan - Realtree - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
When ducks are circling over the blind, concealment like camouflage becomes vital to having a successful duck hunt. In 1986 camouflage was revolutionized when Bill Jordan came on the scene with Realtree camo. Fast forward to today and Realtree has grown into one of the most iconic hunting brand companies ever. Tyler Jordan, son of Bill Jordan, has stepped to be apart of the Realtree team to keep innovating. We're excited to have Tyler on to talk about how to work to keep duck hunter concealed in different environments.
E49 - Lanny Barnes - HIVIZ Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Lanny Barnes is a Three-time Olympian in the sport of Biathlon and a Professional 3-Gun competitor. Lanny is also an avid hunter which plays well for her fitness and ability to shoot accurately with a high heart rate. Lanny is on team HIVIZ and in this podcast talks about the importance of using HIVIZ sights to improve accuracy which will lead to more successful hunts which is why this episode is part of The Essentials of Duck Hunting Series. Lanny also teaches courses to military, law enforcement and competitive shooters on how to shoot with elevated heart rate and under stress.
E48 - Federal Black Cloud Team - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
There are several parts of the duck hunt that we deem Essential. They all play a vital role in consistent success. There is one though that might be of the most importance. It is the one that actually makes contact with the duck when the duck is alive. It is your ammunition. For us, it is Federal Premium Black Cloud! We have never seen or experienced results like we get with Black Cloud. It is the responsibility of the hunter and shooter to dispatch the birds quickly and ethically and that is exactly what Black Cloud allows us to do. Daily! On this episode of The Fowl Life Podcast, Chad is joined by Jason Nash, Brian Kelvington, and Dan Compton of Federal Premium to discuss the upmost importance of ammunition! We are humbled and proud to be part of the Federal Premium Family and we can’t wait to see what they come up with next! Enjoy and get ready for the Black Cloud to Roll In! This episode is brought to you by Gerber Gear and Federal Premium Black Cloud!
E47 - Terry Denmon - Mojo Decoys - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Terry Denmon is an Engineer, Businessman, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and more importantly a diehard hunter. Terry grew up in Louisiana, a sportsman's paradise, so hunting was just part of everyday life. In 1999 Terry along with a good friend designed a spinning wing duck decoy which was the start of the now successful MOJO Brand.
E46 - Travis Mueller - GHG Decoys - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
We are on the topic of Decoys, a favorite among waterfowl hunters. Travis has been with Avery Outdoors since 2001. Travis started as a pro-staffer and his role at Avery evolved from territory manager to national sales staff manager but also helps with product design and photography. Travis has played an important role in the success of the Avery and GHG Decoys. Travis and Chad talk about the progression of decoy manufacturing and to the realistic quality of the new GHG Pro Grade FFD Full Body Mallard Duck Decoys and FFD Elite Honker Decoys. The guys also talk about decoy strategies and how ducks and geese react to certain decoy setups.
E45 - George Thompson - Benelli - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
George Thompson is Director of Product Management at Benelli USA. He has a wealth of knowledge about shotguns and their use in waterfowl hunting. George talks about the evolution of the Super Black Eagle III and now with the new BE.S.T surface treatment, the best waterfowl hunting shotgun just got even better! George shares maintance tips on keeping your shotgun working in top shape. This is the Shotgun episode for the Essential of Duck Hunting Series.
E44 - Mark Boardman - Scouting Ducks with Vortex Optics - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics is on with us to talk about scouting ducks as part of our Essentials of Duck Hunting Series. The backstory to a successful waterfowl hunt is all the hard work scouting and understanding how the birds work the geography.
E43 - John David Stanley - Waterfowl Outfitter - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
Part 2 of our Essentials of Duck Hunting we continue on the theme of Waterfowl Outfitters with guest John David Stanley. JD is a waterfowl guide at Ranger Creek Goose in Texas and travels up north to Alaska to guide fishing on the Kenai. JD has made a living being an outdoorsmen and has found success with his talents as a guide but also with his personality he is someone you'd want to share the duck blind with.
E42 - Rocque Merlo - Waterfowl Outfitter - Essentials of Duck Hunting Series
We kick off this series of "Essentials of Duck Hunting" with Waterfowl Outfitters. Rocque Merlo operates a successful Waterfowl Guide business in the Butte Sink area of Northern California. Rocque shares insights on how he operates his successful guide business and also his involvement in the California Waterfowl nonprofit organization whose principles are to conserve California's waterfowl and keep the hunting heritage alive for generations to come.
E41 - Brad Forsythe - California Waterfowl Hunter
Quarantine remote podcasting with good friend Brad Forsythe. Brad shares what he is experiencing during this pandemic in his small town in Northern California. The guys also get into what it's like waterfowl hunting in Northern California and Brad experience using Eukanuba Dog Food and how its improved the health of his hunting Labrador.
E40 - Sam Sabini - Waterfowl Hunting Industry
Chad and Sam are quarantined but talking duck hunting seems bring peace of mind back. Topics include everything from duck calling, waterfowl hunting industry, knives and wild-game cooking. This episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives.
E39 - Dave Stanley - Master Hunter or MO
Dave Stanley is the type of guy you want on your hunt. Not only does he have a ton of experience hunting and can put you on the X, but he also has a great attitude. Chad and Dave talk about all things duck hunting. They talk about how the Fish & Wildlife Department manage waterfowl in the Flyways. This episode is brought to you by Benelli and Liberty Safes.
E38 - Charlie Blackmon - Professional Baseball Player
Charlie Blackmon of the Colorado Rockies is brand new to the world of duck hunting but one thing is for sure, he freakin’ loves it! Charlie joins Chad in his Arizona studio again and reverses the roles. Charlie wants to interrogate Chad on his approach to duck hunting and duck calling and duck camp and duck migration and duck recipes and everything else duck!! Chad obliges and tries to fill Charlie in the best he can. It is awesome to see Charlie get obsessed with ducks and this blessed lifestyle! This episode is brought to you by Gerber Knives and Traeger Grills!
E37 - Sam Sabini - Duck and Fish Guide
We are with Sam Sabini, a waterfowl and fishing guide. The guys start on the importance of scouting to achieve a success. Equally as important is the cooking aspect of being a provider. The guys share their thoughts on cooking wild game on a Traeger Grill. This episode is brought to you Vortex Optics and Gerber Knives.
E36 - Tom and Sam Sabini - Father-son ducking duo
This Father and son tandem spend countess hours in the duck blind together. The guys talk about what goes on at the Canvasback Duck Club located in the historic Stillwater Wildlife Management Area in Nevada. They talk about the family atmosphere, the morning draw, the different duck blinds, the boat rides, the different duck species, the dinners, the magnum size wine bottles, the smiles and all the great memories! It’s awesome to see how duck hunting has strengthen the bond between father and son. This episode is brought to you by Federal Premium Blackcloud and Oakley Eyewear.
E35 - Tyler Jordan and Drew Keeth
We’re podcasting at the NWTF convention in Nashville, Tennessee - Music City! We are joined by Tyler Jordan of Realtree and Drew Keeth, host of The Honey Brake Experience. The guys talk about the draw that the 20000 acres of old Louisiana Delta Plantation that surround the Honey Brake Lodge has on hunters. Whether you’re looking for giant white tail bucks or skies fill with waterfowl of all types, The Honey Brake Lodge has it all. The guys also talk about their shared fondness for Nashville and country music. The Honey Brake Experience is available on demand on the Realtree 365 platform.
E33 - Kelley Powers - World Goose Calling Champion
Kelley Powers has little left to prove in the waterfowling world. Using Tim Grounds calls, he has already won the World Goose Calling Championship and the World Goose Champion of Champions forcing him to retire from this pinnacle-calling event. We are at the NWTF convention in Nashville, TN.
E34 - Dan Compton with Federal Premium
We met up with Dan Compton, Product Line Manager with Federal Premium at the NWTF convention in Nashville, TN. The guys discuss the evolution of Black Cloud Ammunition and the newly released TSS ammunition.
E32 - Drew Keeth, Jared Mophett and Leith Loftin hunting at Honey Brake Lodge, Louisiana
We're hunting ducks down here at the amazing Honey Brake Hunting lodge in Louisiana. We're talking about the day's waterfowl hunt with Drew Keeth, CEO and waterfowl guide and Jared Mophett, Head Guide/Habitat Manager. Drew and Jared share how things work at one of the top hunting lodges in the country. This episode is brought to you by Banded Brands and Honey Brake Lodge.
E31 - Fred Zink
Fred Zink is a lot to a lot of people. To Chad, he is a mentor and most of all, a friend. Freddie sits down with Chad during the NWTF Convention in Nashville, Tennessee and they reminisce about how they met and where the road took them together and when they split to do their own things. Freddie is a duck and goose calling champion, a duck and goose call designing guru, and he is responsible for helping create the ground blind craze! His finest creation to date though has to be his line of Avian-X Decoys that helped reinvent the way decoys looked on the shelf and in the field! Fred has done it all and it was humbling to have him on our podcast! This Life Ain’t For Everybody and Fred has proven that day in and day out! This episode is brought to you by Vortex Optics and Jack Link’s Protein Snacks. Enjoy!
E30 - Jared Mophett - Head Waterfowl Guide at Honey Brake Experience
Jared Mophett is the head waterfowl guide and habitat manager at Honey Brake Experience out of Louisiana. Jared is a talent dog trainer and has taken first place with Storm in the SRS Amateur division. This Episode is brought to you by Honey Brake Experience and Federal Premium.
E29 - Getting the Full Vocabulary using a Duck Call Pt. 2
The Small Talk Duck Call has quickly become the favorite call for many duck hunters. Chris explains the versatility and range of the Small Talk and how the call allows you to easily produce fine, coarse, rasphy and boss hen noises. However universal the Small Talk is, the guys talk about adding the Loud Mouth, which has a larger exhaust and helps add to the tools you have to create different duck sounds. Chris also talks about how to read the duck and your hunting partner calling and adjust your calling as a team.
E28 - Duck Calling in Arkansas with Chris Cifreo Pt. 1
The Small Talk Duck Call has quickly become the favorite call for many duck hunters. Chris explains the versatility and range of the Small Talk and how the call allows you to easily produce fine, coarse, rasphy and boss hen noises. However universal the Small Talk is, the guys talk about adding the Loud Mouth, which has a larger exhaust and helps add to the tools you have to create different duck sounds. Chris also talks about how to read the duck and your hunting partner calling and adjust your calling as a team.
E27 - 2020 SHOT Show
Chad discusses the 2020 SHOT SHOW in Las Vegas. We were able to meet with all of our partners and discuss upcoming initiatives including product launches and hunt plans! We were stoked to see our friends and family at Benelli, Federal, Realtree, Eukanuba, MOJO, Rob Roberts, CWA, Merlo, Vortex, Gerber, On X Hunt, Hi-VIZ, OAKLEY, Outdoor Channel, Liberty Safes and many more! Chad relives the week including the gala we put on with Eukanuba and California Watwrfowl that was a huge success and even had Leith Loftin throwing down the tunes for it! This episode of The Fowl Life Podcast is brought to you by Vortex Optics!
E26 - Chase Outlaw & Chris Cifreo - Arkansas Duck Hunting
Today we hunted with Chase Outlaw, a top PBR Bull Rider and Chris Cifreo, of Jargon Duck Calls. We discuss the public hunting rules in the Bayou Meto in Arkansas. They get into what types of motors on boats you can use, ammunition shell size, etc. They also share how they broke down the ducks with their calling and utilizing other duck hunting techniques to finish the hunt with a nice limit of mallard ducks.
E25 - Rob Roberts Custom Gun Works
Rob Roberts is a sportsman who started a company that customizes shotguns and rifles. He has also created effective choke tubes technology. Rob talks about how he got his start in the firearm industry working with professional shooters and bringing it into the hunting world. Rob also shares his knowledge of firearms, ammo patterns and shooting techniques.
E24 - Brian Kelvington & Alex Schmieg - Federal Premium Black Cloud
We are waterfowl hunting in the world famous Butte Sink of Northern California with the Federal Premium Team Brian Kelvington and Alex Schmeig. Brian is a talented marketing director at Federal and Alex is on of the engineers behind the making of Black Cloud Ammunition. We get into the making of Black Cloud and how the FliteControl Flex™ wad has improved pattern density and consistency.
E23 - Heath, Brent, Jordan and Les - Mallicote Farms Waterfowl Outfitter Texas Day 2
Chad, Les and the Mallicote Guide Team break down their hunt for day 2 in in the flooded timber and flooded corn near Paris, Texas. They get into their challenges in calling the Sprigs, their decoy setups and the conditions they faced. Mallicote Farms Waterfowl is a family run guide service near Paris, Texas. Thanks to their hard work and access to key hunting grounds, they put us on some amazing hunts the last couple of days.
E22 - 2020 World Championship Snow Goose Conservation Hunt Hosted By Mack's Prairie Wings
We are down in Arkansas at Mack's Prairie Wings to learn more about The World Championship Snow Goose Conservation Hunt with Lauren and Adam. Mack's will host the event and is open to the entire state of Arkansas February 1-2, 2020. Team Grand Prize Package estimated total value at $50,400!Check out the details at https://www.mackspw.com/snow-goose-conservation-hunt
E21 - Jordan Wes and Matt - Mallicote Farms Waterfowl Outfitter Texas Day
Mallicote Farms Waterfowl is a family run guide service near Paris, Texas. Thanks to their hard work and access to key hunting grounds, they put us on some amazing hunts the last couple of days. We took the opportunity to record a podcast in-between hunts to learn more about their waterfowl hunting guide operation, what makes Texas waterfowl hunts special and the Mallicote family background. This episode is brought to you by Bodyguard Bumpers.
E20 - Rocque Merlo & Mandi Agosta - California Waterfowl Association
Roc Merlo and Mandi Agosta joins Chad to discuss the California Waterfowl Association’s New Hunter Program! Mandi breaks it down what it has meant to learn first hand the elements of what it takes to become a successful Waterfowl Hunter and Wild Game Provider. Mandi has been shown the waterfowling experience that is rooted by Merlo Waterfowl and she is not looking back. This episode is brought to you by Badge Cap, Nutrien Ag Solutions and Dick Cepek Tires. Thank you for listening.
E19 - Wild Game Cooking
Duck Season is upon us hunters and we are reminded what it means to be a hunter / provider. In this episode we fire up that Traeger and get into cook wild-game with the new ducks and geese we harvested. It's time to get inspired and learn some recipes to create dishes everyone will love.
E18 - 2019 World Goose Calling Championship
Chad begins by talking about what is new with The Fowl Life and it's partners and then continues to talk about his experience being the master of ceremonies for the 2019 World Goose Calling Championship. Today episode is brought to you Mojo Outdoors and Liberty Safe
E17 - World Waterfowl Calling Championship
The best callers from around the globe gather on the Eastern Shore of Maryland to compete for the World Title in both Goose Calling and Duck Calling. Chad talks about what he experienced as the emcee, getting to meet the talented callers and vibe of the event.
E16 - Maryland Chesapeake Waterfowl Festival
Chad talks about his experience emceeing the World Goose and Duck Calling Championship at the East Maryland Chesapeake Waterfowl Festival.
E15 - Opening Day
Chad gives us an update on what he is hearing and seeing of the waterfowl migration in the different flyways. He also gives an update on what his team is filming in for The Fowl Life Season 12. This podcast is brought to you by LEER Truck Caps and Oakley and Oakley SI
E14 - What Do You Love About The Hunt
Chris and Chad share their thoughts in regards to the hunt. How JARGON plays a role now in each of their hunts. What duck hunting and duck camp mean to each of them. There are no words that can actually describe what Mallard ducks mean to these guys but they do their best to try and explain their stance. Today’s episode is brought to you by the JARGON Game Calls, and BENELLI Shotguns.
E13 - Which Duck Call Do I Choose
Chris Cifreo is back in studio to discuss his thoughts on choosing your call, and what goes through the Duck Hunter’s mind when it comes to taking the next step in his or her calling career. Chad leads Chris through a maze of questions that might be asked by a potential duck call consumer. This podcast is brought to you by Jargon Game Calls and Benelli.
E12 - Chris Cifreo - Duck Call Designer Jargon Game Calls
Chris Cifreo, Co-Founder of JARGON Game Calls sits down with Chad to discuss the duck call models offered at jargongamecalls.com. They break down the calls and the call parts that Chris himself has masterminded and designed. The excitement for the new calls is evident as the guys share their theories on calling the wild mallard duck. This episode is brought to you by the Jargon Game Calls, and Elk Ridge Knives.
E11 - Making Duck Calls with Jargon Game Calls - Part 2
Chad and Chris get into the designing of a duck call and analyze how to make different duck sounds to be an effective waterfowl hunter. Chris Cifreo is an Arkansas duck hunter and partner in Jargon Game Calls.
E10 - Making Duck Calls with Jargon Game Calls - Part I
Chad and Chris Cifreo talk about their new duck call company called Jargon Game Calls. They get into the history, designs and inspirations in making these new duck calls. Why the name "Jargon" and how communication and knowing the duck language is important to making realistic duck sounds.
E9 - Creating Realistic Duck Sounds with Chad Belding
Chad gives us some duck calling tips to practice during this off season. He goes into detail explaining the science and the inner workings of creating realistic duck sounds. Definitely a good podcast if you're wanting to improve your duck calling skills!
E8 - Chad Belding Calling Tips - Mallard Hen Vocabulary and More
Chad gives us a great duck calling instructional podcast. From choosing a call to learning the vocabulary of the mallard hen to reading the duck’s body language plus more will be on todays menu. Chad also answers questions from fans and listeners. WARNING: Chad does operate his duck call during this Podcast so there is a chance that it will become annoying.
E7 - Chad Belding - Alberta to Saskatchewan & Back
Chad recaps the beginning of the 2019/20 Waterfowl season. From the team’s hunt in Alberta and Saskatchewan to their return the Flyways Of America, Chad discusses the ups and downs and answers some duck hunting questions from fans. This episode is brought to you by Benelli Shotguns and Federal Premium Black Cloud Ammunition.
E6 - Brandon Schreiber - Saskatchewan Waterfowl Guide
Brandon Screiber is a professional outfitter who has tons of experience in guiding for Waterfowl hunts all over Saskatchewan, Canada. He sits down with Chad to discuss theories and tell stories of memories and wisdom! These two have been friends for a long time and it was good to get Brandon on the podcast. Today’s episode is brought to you by Buck Paradise Outfitters and Benelli Shotguns.
E5 - Brad Arington & Clay Charlton at Takeem Outfitters Alberta Canada
Chad is joined by Brad Arington, owner of Mossy Pond Retrievers and Clay Charlton, owner of Take -em Outfitters in Alberta Canada. The guys discuss the day's duck hunt, conditions affecting the waterfowl migration, the waterfowl double hatch up in Canada, and the performance from their hunting dog Axl. This episode is brought to you by Eukanuba.
E4 - Alberta Canada Day 1 Hunt Recap - Take-em Outfitters
The team returns to Take-em Outfitters duck camp to talk about their first day hunting in Alberta, Canada. Chad is joined by Clay Belding, Joe McMullen and Clay Charlton.
E3 - Waterfowl Hunting Fan Q&A
Chad sits down and answers more questions from the fans of Instagram. His goal is to stay engaged and interactive with everyone who wants to be a part of the new podcast series! Questions range from gear to theories but the main focus is what it takes to become a part of the outdoor industry and if one should try and make a living in it! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a Rating and Review! Today’s episode is brought to you by Benelli Shotguns and MOJO Outdoors!
E2 - Duck Hunting Q&A From Instagram Fans
Chad sits down to answer questions received through the podcasts and social media. Again, this podcast is for the duck and goose hunter and the conservationist! We want to hear from you so lay it out there and tell us what you want to hear about, learn, or reminisce on! Tell us your story and let’s discuss our awesome lifestyle! Send your questions to us at info@thefowllife.com, or hit us up on Instagram and Facebook @thefowllifetv. This episode is brought to you by Hi VIZ Sights and Realtree Brand Camo!
E1 - Welcome To The Fowl Life Podcast!
It’s finally hear. It’s all Duck Hunting, all Goose Hunting, all the time! Welcome to The Fowl Life Podcast. We want to be your weekly destination for all things ducks and geese. Join Chad Belding as he brings you instruction on the entire hunt from scouting to grilling, special guests, and industry insight to get you through those times you’re not in the blind! Please subscribe to The Fowl Life Podcast and leave us a Review and a Rating! We can’t wait to get after ‘em with you! This episode is brought to you by Benelli and MOJO Outdoors.