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Thats right! We are now offering fishing trips! Listen to this episode to hear all about our guided fishing trips, meet your guide, and learn what we will offer.

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Today we get to introduce you to our Marketing Director, Josh Peck. Josh is known for his social media page Outdoor Limits. This is the story of how it all came together at Whiskey Sloughs.

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Today we are talking about scouting for a hunt. We take a deep dive into where, why, and how.

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Today we take a deep dive into a conversation that is hot in the duck hunting world. We put our heads together and discuss our thoughts on waterfowl populations and season dates. Could we be stuck in season dates that do not line up with migration patterns anymore?

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We’re talking about one of the biggest problems in waterfowl hunting: overthinking. From calling too much to second-guessing your spread, we’ve all been there. This episode is about trusting your gut, reading birds, and getting back to what actually works.

🎧 Whether you're new to the game or deep in the grind, this one’s about hunting smarter — not harder.

We’re not done yet. In Part 2 of our waterfowl hot take series, we keep the fire going with more bold opinions, guide-life truths, and unfiltered talk about hunting culture. From dog drama to calling habits to what people get wrong about “the grind,” we’re laying it all out.

🎧 If you’ve ever heard something in a duck blind and thought “that’s BS” — this episode is for you.

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 In Episode 13, we open the floodgates on the most controversial opinions in the waterfowl world. From spinner hate to the 3.5” shell obsession, we're throwing out hot takes and seeing what sticks. No topic's off-limits, and nobody’s safe — not even us.

🎧 Tune in to hear what we think the industry gets wrong… and maybe what you do too.

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In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, host Hunter Runge dives into the heart of Nebraska’s duck season: November. This is when the migration heats up, the weather gets right, and the real grind begins. From cold fronts and bird movement to calling adjustments and client expectations, we break down what makes November so good — and so unpredictable.

If you're hunting the Central Flyway, this one hits home. Real birds, real work, and real insight from the blinds.

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We’re back with another round of calling BS. In Myth Busters: Part 2, the Whiskey Sloughs crew digs into more of the half-truths, old-school sayings, and blind talk that just doesn’t hold up. From calling myths and dog superstitions to decoy nonsense and shooting debates — we’re breaking down what’s real, what’s wrong, and what actually helps kill birds.

If you’ve ever heard someone say “ducks don’t fly in the wind” or “you gotta wear camo head to toe or you’ll get flared” — this episode’s for you.

🎧 Tune in for real-world takes from real outfitters — and maybe retire a few myths for good.

In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, Hunter Runge breaks down some of the most common myths in waterfowl hunting — the things you hear at the boat ramp, in the group text, or from that guy who "limits every time." From decoy spreads and moon phases to shot size and sky busting, we’re diving into what’s real, what’s not, and what actually matters when it comes to killing more birds.

🎯 If you’ve ever asked “Does calling too much flare ducks?” or “Do you really need 300 decoys to kill geese?” — this one’s for you.

In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, Hunter Runge sits down to recap the end of turkey season, the break that followed, and what’s happening now as summer kicks off in central Nebraska. From spring hunts and hard-earned gobblers to much-needed vacation time, this episode pulls back the curtain on the post-season mindset — what we learned, what we’re working on, and how we're setting the stage for another strong fall.

Plus: summer shop projects, land work, and a look at what’s next for Whiskey Sloughs and The Guide Life Podcast.

🎧 Settle in for a laid-back, honest check-in from the offseason — it’s not all grind, but it’s never really off.

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In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, Hunter Runge takes you into the heart of Nebraska’s October duck season. From pre-dawn setups and changing bird patterns to the highs and lows of early season chaos, this is a firsthand look at what it takes to keep hunts productive as the migration starts to roll. You’ll hear stories from the blinds, strategies that worked (and didn’t), and the behind-the-scenes hustle to stay ahead of the birds. Whether you’re chasing limits or just getting started, this one’s packed with lessons for every waterfowler.

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In this episode of The Guide Life Podcast by Whiskey Sloughs, host Hunter Runge takes you behind the scenes for a look at what happens after the birds fly north. From deep-cleaning the lodge and repairing gear to welding shop upgrades and prepping for the next season, it’s the off-season grind that sets the stage for success. Plus, we’re squeezing in some fishing, golfing, and a little leftover turkey hunting to keep things interesting. Whether you’re a seasoned outfitter or just curious about the work behind the scenes, this one’s for you.

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Adam is the man behind the camera that films all of our high end films. Today we sit down to hear his story about how he got into filming and turned it into his full time career.

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Welcome to episode 1 of The Guide Life Podcast. We are starting a new journey and are excited to share all of the details with you.

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In this episode, we’re digging deep — literally and figuratively — into the land management that powers our hunts at Whiskey Sloughs. From strategic slough creation along the Platte River to native grass and sunflower plots on our CRP ground, we break down the year-round work it takes to hold birds and build habitat that thrives. We also take a walk through our Upland CSA, where intentional habitat management creates wild-style experiences for pheasant, quail, and chukar hunters alike. Whether you're a landowner, a habitat nerd, or just someone who wants to know what goes into a world-class hunt — this one's for you.

Join us as we talk about what the back end of being a guide is. Some of the hidden gems and funny details that come with the life we chose !

With warm temps, the snow geese start making their way back. We dive into this episode talking about snow goose season, the weather conditions, and discuss projects around the lodge and shop!

After a long hiatus from season, we are back! In this episode we talk about our goose season, trip to Nashville for NWTF, and the weather and expectations for the rest of season!

Join us as we discuss our adventures in the early season of October and detailing pheasant season. We also interview Charlie and discuss his way of life and where he came from. We discuss the difference of the guide industry in different states.

Older podcast upload! This is an oldie we had left over from September but, join us as we wrap up our teal and dove season. Talk Nebraska football (Man we learned something) and get ready for prep work and project management. Looking forward to seeing whats coming next!

Today we sit down with Josh from Outdoor Limits and discuss the relationship with have built over the years. We talk about how Josh got started, and where he is hoping to see his channel grow to. We also talk about what future plans Josh has with us! Sit back relax and enjoy!

Today we sit down with Josh from Outdoor Limits and we look back on all the hunts we had to begin the season for teal and doves!

Join us as we discuss all the training we have been doing with Platte to get him ready for the season. We discuss tactics and techniques, and what worked and did not work. We also discuss how he will be utilized this season.

Today we sit down and talk about closing out the summer season and getting all our stuff organized. Then we move over to dove season and tactics and exciting aspects of season! Lastly we touch on duck and goose calling what we use to be successful.

Join us as we sit down with our new hires Qwentin and Caleb. Qwentin will be our chef for the season and Caleb will be another guide for us. In this episode we talk about their new positions, how they got into hunting, and what they are excited and nervous about with this new job.

Todays episode we sit down with Connor Runge, our new marketing director, and we highlight his job and how he has gotten involved with us. As well as we talk about all the learning experiences that we have had over the years, that have helped us shape our business. Then we talk about all the practice and preparation we have been doing to get ready for season!

In this episode we talk about all the species we hunt, and which ones are our favorite. We highlight hunting styles, strategies, decoys, and all of the tricks that we use hunting these birds.

Join us as we settle into the heat of the summer and all of our prep work for this upcoming season! We are all super anxious to get our clients back in the lodge!

Today we sit down and talk about the adversity we experience in the guide service industry. We talk about the highs and lows of being a guide, and the memories!

Join us as we talk about our most recent vacation to Kansas to crappie fish with our good friend Josh! We also talk about setting up our lodge/office for the summer and the best ways to flow business!

Today we sit down and talk about the new lodge that we have bought and talk through some of the projects and improvements that we are working on to get ready for this coming season!

Today we sit down and talk about some of our favorite memories and client groups over this past season.

Join us as we start our new version of our podcast, in this series we will be covering different topics of waterfowl, upland, and turkey hunting. As well as highlighting all the intricate details of guiding waterfowl hunts, living the guide life, our business, and all the details of business ownership. For our first episode we hit on the bread and butter of our operation. The Platte River.