The Migration Waterfowl Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib interviews Matt Zvolanek from High Prairie Sportsmen about his waterfowl hunting experiences. Matt shares his passion for waterfowl hunting and his journey in creating outdoor content on YouTube. They discuss the different areas and species Matt hunts in Nebraska, as well as his scouting and preparation techniques. They also get into the equipment and gear Matt uses, including cameras, decoys, and shotguns. They talk about teal hunting, including tips on scouting, decoy setups, and calling techniques. Matt also shares his experiences and insights on teal hunting, including the different species of teal, favorite teal hunts, and preparation methods. He discusses the transition from teal hunting to big duck hunting, the types of ducks commonly seen in Nebraska, and his favorite places to hunt waterfowl. Matt talks about his luck (or lack thereof) with banded birds and shares a couple of hunting stories. He also mentions his future hunting plans and the importance of hunting in cool places.
 

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On this episode, your host Brian Halbleib discusses his preparation for the upcoming waterfowl hunting season. He emphasizes the importance of fitness and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, as well as the benefits of meal prepping and making smart eating choices. He also talks about the significance of sleep management. He discusses the role of e-scouting in finding new hunting spots and highlights the importance of gear preparation, including patterning the shotgun and cleaning and maintaining hunting gear. Brian also discusses the importance of preparation and organization for waterfowl hunting. He emphasizes the need for making checklists and maintaining equipment during the off-season. He also shares his gear recommendations, including his shotgun, ammunition, calls, decoys, kayak, and waders. He talks about his camping setup and the importance of being well-rested during hunting trips. He also outlines his hunting schedule for the upcoming season.

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Greer Smith from 50 Ducks joins Brian on the show. We talk about what it was like growing up hunting in Georgia, Louisiana waterfowl hunting trips with his Dad and how he got into tracking duck migrations. We dive deep into GPS telemetry tracking, how it works and how it is being applied to understanding waterfowl migrations. We also discuss the importance of educating the next generation about waterfowl and helping them foster an appreciation for the species.

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Aden Shorney from Cherry Creek Outdoors joins Brian on the show. We talk about his journey growing up and waterfowl hunting in Kansas and the farm that’s been in his family for generations. We get into his experience working on wildlife areas in Kansas and his education as a wildlife biologist. We take a deep dive into his waterfowl scouting techniques and learn a little bit about how he films his hunts. We also discuss his faith and how it impacts his everyday life.

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Erich Long from The Dear Hunter Project and owner of Drumming Log Wildlife Management joins Brian on the show. They talk about how he got into waterfowl management in Ohio. Managing the largest inland marsh in Ohio. They discuss the importance of moist soil management. Drawing down and flooding areas. Drone spraying and seeding. Maintaining water control structures. And what role conserving wetlands plays in the ecosystem.

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Elliott Snider from the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel, and the host of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, joins Brian and Branson on the show. We talk about how he got into waterfowl hunting with his dad in Kansas. How he began filming his hunts and the camera equipment he uses. We talk about his hunting dogs and his training techniques. We also cover his approach to waterfowl hunting, the importance of shot selection, and his boat set up. He also dives into his North American Waterfowler App and how it can help you track all of your stats and info throughout the season.
 

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Bill Ayer from Slayer Calls joins Brian and Branson on the show. We talk about how he got into waterfowl hunting with friends in California. How he ended up in Idaho. His love and family heritage of working with his hands and turning wood. How he got into building waterfowl calls. How to choose a call. Some calling tips. And Slayer Call’s “Call The Wild” instructional program.

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Jake Maxwell from Chasing Green joins Brian and Branson on the show. They talk about what it’s like growing up hunting in Arkansas. What has changed in Arkansas since then. How he got into filming his hunts and the progression of his hunting and educational YouTube channel. Following the migration from Canada to Louisiana. And the importance of water level knowledge.
 

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On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, host Brian Halbleib and co-host Branson Peak are joined by John Furman of The Duck Hole & Company. John talks about what it's like growing up hunting in the Atlantic Flyway. They discuss the history of market hunting and the history of duck hunting clubs in North Carolina, including the waterfowl hunting club that Babe Ruth belonged to. They also talk about chasing black ducks and calling in wood ducks. They also get into managing and improving waterfowl habitat and the problem with European release mallards.

On this very first episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, host Brian Halbleib and co-host Branson Peak introduce themselves and discuss their goals, hopes and plans for this new podcast. Brian discusses his background in the outdoor media space and how it has changed in the last 25 years. They talk about what it is like to waterfowl hunt in western Pennsylvania and the challenges and rewards that come with it. Then these two chat about several out of state waterfowl hunting opportunities and plans for the upcoming season. They also touch on the current state of the waterfowl population, possible changes in the bag limits across all the flyways and the type of guests that will be coming on the show. And you know these waterfowlers are going to talk gear!