Gun Dog It Yourself

Nick Biemiller joins us again for the 4th episode of the RGS Series covering Stewardship Agreements. What are stewardship agreements? Agreements between the forest service and RGS Are these tracts just unsellable tracts coming from the Forest Service? Mutually benefit for RGS and the Forest Service How do these agreements measure up to the revenue produced prior to the "new model" ----- PATREON RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY GDIY ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick recently attended a NAVHDA Aims and Rules Clinic with the Minnesota chapter. Blaine and Patti Carter along with chapter president Pete Aplikowski join us to discuss the importance of these clinics as well as the chapter infrastructure to be able to put one on. Increasing Tests and Events to match the NAVHDA growth The "Handlers Clinic' morphed in to the "Aims and Rules" Who benefits from these clinics? What it's like "judging" dogs The important of proper "Demo Dogs" Commonalities between clinics and regions Judges and continuing education Chapter organization Small groups and higher chapter engagement ----- PATREON GUN DOG IT YOURSELF MN NAVHDA ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by Pavel Francev this week to breakdown all of the elements and occurrences you see on a video he recently posted of a trip he took last year. You can find the link to his video at BLUEPRINT. What makes a bird hunter move 13 hours away? Birds.... Hunting with a Weimaraner! An honest portrayal of upland hunting with your dog on camera Some dogs develop faster or slower "The first hunting season doesn't count" A companion dog before a hunting dogs Anxiety before the hunt??? PORCUPINE! SKUNK! COUGAR! Huns and Pheasants! Finally! Per Pavels description on the video: "Upland hunting is not about birds for me, it’s about dogs. Raising your bird dog is a unique experience. You have a vision, than a plan. You start building brick by brick and than your blueprint starts coming alive. All for a single moment - moment your dog freezes on point and the world stops spinning." ----- PATREON LINKTREE ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name: Brian Manning Breed: German Shorthair Pointer (GSP) Location: New York Targets: Grouse, Woodcock, Stocked Pheasant Orgs: NAVHDA Method: The Smith Method Favorite Episodes: Ep. 52 The Duck Search//Ep. 61 Steady To Flush//The Force Fetch Series _____ GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! ----- LINKTREE ----- PATREON ----- BRIAN'S GUIDE SERVICE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cameron Green joins us talk everything Pointing Labs: Is a "pointing" lab a joke? The history of the breed The creation of the APLA through selective breeding Define the "point" Some labs "flush by accident" Upland hunting and range Different breed standards than the regular labs? Traditional versatile breeds vs pointing labs (pros and cons) Whoa vs sit APLA Ttesting summary "Testing" vs "Hunting" dogs ----- Patreon Linktree APLA ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Thomas, owner of the new Sharptail Ridge Lodge in central Montana, joins me to go over his new venture in detail: What is the idea and how did it come about? Adam's path into the dog and upland path Fallin in love with Montana and all of the options it offers Dog transporting service and why its needed Conditioning dogs on actual wild birds Is there an option for more advanced training? How do we moderate pressure in one area and not taking too much from the resources? Who does this appeal to and why should it? Difference in "training" shape and "hunting" shape ----- SHARPTAIL RIDGE Facebook @sharptailridgelodge Instagram @sharptailridge ----- LINKTREE ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Biemiller joins us again for the 3rd episode of the RGS Series covering the differences between State, Federal, and Private lands. What are the differences between each land ownership? Which is the easiest to manage? Which is the more challenging to manage? The benefits of private projects to public projects? Private land assistance (Technical as Financial) State vs Federal public land How does Pittman Robertson funds fall? Why not just focus on State instead of Federal? ----- PATREON RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY GDIY ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I was able to snag Joe Heusinger of Creek & Cackle Outfitters to join us and recap the GDIY Training Camp we recently held in upstate New York! Bullets: Take 2 How does someone find a career as a fly fishing guide? Finding the Smith Method The three tasks we want our dogs to do Driving the force down and ending up with a partner The training camp! Scott's Obedience Martha's Force Fetch Kyle's Steadiness The grounds and food Getting the most out of attending any dog related event ----- PATREON ----- GUN DOG IT YOURSELF ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Fulmer of Sarahsetter Kennels joins me to talk about his decades long experience training dogs with the help of Quail Johnny Houses! Bullets: Why Johnny Houses? Do Johnny Houses work better for Quail or Chukar? Johnny House design and functionality tips Regular maintenance and replenishment Quail recovery rates and impacts (CATS!) The benefits of using Quail over Pigeons The benefits of using Place Boards Training with field coveys SARAHSETTER YOUTUBE SERIES ----- PATREON ----- LINKTREE ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We close out the conversation on pigeons with Anthony Williams this week but we cover a lot of ground before doing so! Part 2 Bullets: How long before getting birds and flying birds? Starting with Squeakers or Breeders Different breeds Medicines and supplements Using pigeons in water?? Daily time commitments Avian Influenza and the cost of other bird options Training and drills Building drive and confidence "Raptor Tax" ----- GDIY LINKS ----- PATREON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name: Ryan Thompson Breed: Wirehaird Pointing Griffon and a Brittany Location: Nova Scotia Targets: Pheasant, Waterfowl Orgs: NAVHDA and CKC Favorite Episodes: Ep. 132 Handling 101 with Bob Owens//GDIY PROFILE: Donald Tyndall _____ GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! ----- LINKTREE ----- PATREON ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Williams joins us to educate us on everything pigeons! This 2 part episode will touch on absolutely everything you need to know when considering whether or not raising pigeons is worth it to you or not. Part 1 Bullets: From flying rooftop pigeons in Queens with Mike Tyson to racing pigeons at a high level Why raise pigeons? What makes them so valuable? Just how expensive are they? Is this something anyone can do? Coop design and requirements Training the Pigeons How to discuss pigeons with racers if only interested in using their birds for dog training. Sexing birds ----- GDIY LINKS ----- PATREON ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lifelong coon hunter, Adam French, invited us up to take part in a PKC nite hunt in IL. I never miss an opportunity to go hear some hounds out in the woods so I accepted and it didn't disappoint! Money Hunts. The houndsman lifestyle and dedication Trial rules and setup KNOWING your dog Breeds and traigs of a good coonhound "Testing" vs "hunting" dogs How does coon taste? The training of a coonhound You've got to LOVE IT! ----- GDIY LINKS ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Biemiller is back in the 2nd episode of this series to break down as many of the terms and players involved in the RGS process. No matter who you are, its a bit much when trying to get involved and figure out how everything is supposed to work. Between all of the people, NGOs (non governmental organizations), government agencies, and all of the alphabet soup acronyms any army soldier could ever possibly want. This episode is our attempt to try and put a simple breakdown of all the players involved in one location. Next month's episode we will be jumping into more detailed topics and conversation! If you have any questions you would like covered in this series then please reach out and let us know! ----- RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY ----- LINKTREE ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our buddy Scott Caldwell of Rusty Guns Kennels joins us to close out the Force Fetch series and discuss everything about the finish/handoff. We also have some series Q & A at the end. FF Series recap/summary Types of handoffs When does training start? The commands Training the handoff Common hurdles Some Q & A ----- GDIY LINKS ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do I know if I'm training too fast? How do I know if I'm training too slow? Cameron Green of the American Pointing Lab Association joins us to discuss this topic from a different perspective. Retrievers vs Versatiles Training the dog in front of you Which is more important? When to start or when to finish? Does the dog or the trainer set the pace? Small incremental steps rather than bigger steps New perspectives as you move forward When are you done? Continuing maintenance ----- GDIY LINKS ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name: Ryan Lynton Breed: Brittany Location: Southern Indiana Targets: Pheasant, Woodcock, Quail, Ruffed Grouse Orgs: n/a _____ GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! ----- LINKTREE ----- PATREON ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone can appreciate a dog with a good handle. How do you get there though? Is every handler or dog capable of this? Bob Owens of Lone Duck shares his time with us to come on and break everything down for us: Taking Force Fetch into handling Retrieving breeds vs versatile breeds on handling Handling Drills-- mini T, big mini T, line paths, pattern blinds Gear-- white stakes, white bumpers, check chord, whistle "Whistle Sit" tips and drills ----- LINKTREE ----- Lone Duck's Gun Dog Chronicles ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first episode of a new mini bonus series featuring the Ruffed Grouse Society. Ill be joined by Nick Biemiller once a month to try and breakdown all elements of the process or model that RGS follows in their effort to create more habitat for the birds that we love to chase. In this first episode we introduce Nick and let you all know what we are going to cover in future episodes as well as why we decided to do this mini series. If you have any questions or topics you would like covered in this series then please reach out and let us know! ----- LINKTREE ----- RUFFED GROUSE SOCIETY ----- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and Martha of Webfoot Outdoors joins us this week to discuss their process and methods getting through their Force Fetch Program! Preparing the dog before starting Is there any difference between training a pointer or a flusher? The Toe Hitch explained Using a "Hold" command vs not using one The FF program steps E-collar overlay _____ LINKTREE _____ GUN DOG IT YOURSELF _____ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Hough of Schwarzwald Kennels joins us to discuss everything pressure related when it comes to Force Fetch. Pros and cons of each type of pressure: Ear Pinch, Toe Hitch, E-collar, and even "no pressure" Which method does Kyle recommend and which method does he not? What's the right amount of pressure? How do you read your dog in determining if its too much pressure or not enough? Common hurdles or challenges for beginners. _____ LINKTREE _____ PATREON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Name: Don Tyndall Breed: Brittany Location: North Carolina Targets: Woodcock, Snipe Orgs: NAVHDA _____ GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! _____ https://linktr.ee/gundogityourself www.patreon.com/gundogityourself _____ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Whalen makes his return this week to breakdown everything "Hold" related! In this episode youll not only hear what "Hold" is and why its so important but youll also hear plenty of advice and tips on how to make your Force Fetch program as successful and efficient as possible! Mark is a huge advocate for the important of "Hold" and how doing it right up front drastically cuts down on the time and pressure needed to complete the program! __ https://linktr.ee/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part 1 of our Force Fetch series we have Josh Flowers join us to discuss what exactly Force Fetch is and why should we even consider going through such a retrieving program. We also discuss the important factors for someone brand new considering starting such as common questions or errors, timing, place, and equipment. This is just the first part of many in a series that we will be putting out over the coming weeks that we hope really breakdowns every aspect of Force Fetch. Its our goal that we provide a much better understanding of Force Fetch rather than just discussing the individual steps. Please keep any questions you may have as the series comes out because there will be a Q & A after all of the episodes! Gun Dog It Yourself _ Linktree _ If you're interested in the GDIY Training camp in Clayton, NY on May 6-8 then please reach out ASAP at [email protected] and reserve your slot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIYves is a monthly bonus episode hosted by Kyley Caldwell that brings relatable stories from the women that train and hunt dogs themselves. These aren't women that just do it because their boyfriends or husbands do it. They do it because they love it and are married to the lifestyle and their dogs. In these episodes you'll hear what got them into the sport and relatable stories of what it was like figuring it out and learning! www.gundogityourself.com and www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Its that time of year again where we are no longer chasing birds but its still a little too early to go target Turkey. So what are we supposed to do to help pass the time with our dogs? Give shed hunting a try! Jeremy Moore of Dogbone joins us to discuss everything shed dogs. We break down some different drills and tips to help train your dog to not only pickup sheds when stumbled upon but to actually start searching for them. You'd also be surprised at how much training such as this translates and bleeds over into our other training goals! This is a fun activity that I personally look forward to every year. Its a very relaxed way to get out with your dog to get some exercise and search out new hunting cover for next Fall! __ Gun Dog It Yourself __ Patreon __ Link Tree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! Our partner's links can be found at www.gundogityourself.com and our Patreon is at www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jean Webb has been breeding Gordon Setters for decades and Maggie Snyder is just getting started! Between the both of them we come at this topic from a few different angles. You'll hear a ton of common mistakes/errors, good tips or advise, and plenty of opinions when it comes to deciding to breed or not. Maggie also talks with us about what its like to become a bird supplier. She goes through great lengths and takes great pride in producing and raising the best flying quail east of the MS! This episode has a little something for everyone be it you're wanting to possibly become a breeder one day or still looking at getting your first pup and still looking to learn about the relationships between breeders and owners! www.gundogityourself.com www.linktr.ee.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you imagine hunting Prairie Chickens in Tennessee? A long time ago you wouldn't have had to imagine as they used to be plentiful on the landscape. Throughout generations, the mismanagement of our lands and habitat have resulted in different regions becoming unrecognizable to what they once were. The Southeastern Grasslands is just one example of these unrecognizable ecosystems that have been replaced with unhealthy and aging forests. Kyle Lybarger of the Native Habitat Project and Jeremy French of QF and SGI join me this week to discuss this historical landscape and the current challenges we see in present day. If we aren't careful and proactive, we will eventually lose one of the historical staples of the upland world in TN: The Bobwhite Quail. Take a second and really think what it would be like to not hear that whistle come spring time. This is a great reminder to not become complacent when it comes to protecting wildlife habitat. What's it mean for us as bird hunters or our bird dogs if there aren't any birds to chase? ---- Gun Dog It Yourself Patreon ---- GDIY is the podcast that focuses on everything related to dogs. This includes everything from the lifestyle of owning hunting dogs to diving into very specific Upland Hunting topics so be sure to hit subscribe so you will be sure to catch all of the new episodes! With episodes including some unique and in depth training topics within the Versatile Upland Hunting world to the often under appreciated hound topics such as Bear and Hog dogs, you don't know what you might miss if you don't hit subscribe! Leave us a 5 star rating while you're there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! Our partner's links can be found at www.gundogityourself.com and our Patreon is at www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes when you don't have the right equipment or not happy with the options to buy then you just have to get creative and make your own. Joe Finney of River Roan Kennels decided to take pointer backing dummies to the next level. Joe was fedup with typical backing dummies and plywood cutouts so he developed the most realistic looking backing dummy that is made to real breed specific sizes and weighs next to nothing. I enjoy examples such as this because not everyone has the same equipment. Maybe you just have to start making your own and then maybe it eventually turns into a little side hustle as well! _____ Link Tree Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I linked up with my buddies Jacob and Andrew of the Southern Outdoorsmen this past weekend to try and get first Woodcock contacts for them and their pups They discuss some of the hurdles and learning curves theyve had with their pups thusfar and how its been difficult to just get started finding wild birds for their dogs. It was some fun hunting and a fun conversation that we can all relate to if you think back to when you were first getting going! . Patreon . Link Tree Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! Our partner's links can be found at www.gundogityourself.com and our Patreon is at www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we cover all of the different species of western Quail! Dominic Bachman of Bachman Bay Kennels takes the time to really educate us on each individual species: California, Mountain, Gambels, Mearns, and Scale. Where their located, the cover they prefer, how to hunt them, and even how they behave for your dog! This is a one stop shop for an overview on all of the Quail species in the west! www.linktr.ee.com/gundogityourself www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mel Leuck joins us to talk all about Chukar hunting with her Pointers. She really breaks down all the details anyone might be curious about when first starting to chase Chukar. A lot of ground covered in this one from getting you and your dogs ready for the hunt, some tactics on how to hunt, as well as her preferred gear. www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! Our partner's links can be found at www.gundogityourself.com and our Patreon is at www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Burris joins us this week to discuss probably the most under appreciated upland species to hunt. What exactly are Snipe and Rail? Where can they be found? Are they enjoyable to hunt and work with your dog? How do they taste? I try to milk Jim for as much information as I can considering you dont hear much about it. Let us know if youll be chasing some of these soon or if you have another bird you think is more deserving of the "most under appreciated" reputation! www.gundogityourself.com www.Patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An old friend (in more ways than one) joins Harold and I to discuss a bunch of different topics at the tailgate after an enjoyable TN Grouse hunt. We discuss the everchanging landscape in terms of habitat and grouse/quail numbers throughout his MANY years chasing these birds with his Setters. We also cover some tailgate biology, hunt stories, and a few unsolicited opinions. Its always fun catching up with OTB and hope you get something out of it! www.gundogityourself.com www.pateron.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunter Kamm decided this year he wanted to shoot for the Minnesota Grouse Slam in one season with his Small Munsterlander. You can find 4 different species of Grouse in MN: Ruffed, Prairie Chicken, Sharptail, and Spruce. Hunter shares his story as to why he even wanted to take on this challenge as well as discusses his process including some hurdles and tips. www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE! Our partner's links can be found at www.gundogityourself.com and our Patreon is at www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirk Price of the Untamed joins us to discuss everything bear dogs! What its like first starting out, what kind of dogs and how many, the process from start to finish on a hunt, and everything in between. One thing is for sure, you will be hard pressed to find any dog owners more dedicated to their hunt more than houndsmen. It truly is a lifestyle and always enjoyable to hear from a different perspective of the dog world! www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself The Untamed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the difference between a "true" or "first scent" style dog as opposed to a "tracking" style dog? How does this detail impact not only how you hunt your dog but even how you train or test your dog? Kyle Warren of Paint River Llewellin has been training, hunting, and breeding both styles in his Llewellin Setters for years and joins us to go in depth on this sometimes polarizing topic. www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself www.paintriverllewellins.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDIYves is a monthly bonus episode hosted by Kyley Caldwell that brings relatable stories from the women that train and hunt dogs themselves. These aren't women that just do it because their boyfriends or husbands do it. They do it because they love it and are married to the lifestyle and their dogs. In these episodes you'll hear what got them into the sport and relatable stories of what it was like figuring it out and learning! www.gundogityourself.com and www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the difference between a "true" or "first scent" style dog as opposed to a "tracking" style dog? How does this detail impact not only how you hunt your dog but even how you train or test your dog? Kyle Warren of Paint River Llewellins has been training, hunting, and breeding both styles in his Llewellin Setters for years and joins us to go in depth on this sometimes polarizing topic. Give this one a listen (or two) and let us know you thoughts on the subject! www.gundogityourself.com and www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Martin had a dream. That dream was to shoot a pheasant in every county of his home state Iowa with his Griff. Nick is out trying to make that dream come true! Listen to hear what started this idea and how its coming along. Its really interesting to hear the different reasons and objectives that drives and challenges people in the bird hunting community! They don't have to line up with your own reasons but perhaps its time to add a new goal or challenge? www.gundogityourself.com www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you remember what it was like when you got home with your first dog? Perhaps you havent even gotten to that stage yet. Either way, we all were in similar territory. The reasons why we got the dog are all different but the intimidating learning curve is just as steep for everyone starting out. My buddy Jacob Myers of the Southern Outdoorsmen Podcast just got his first pup home and still trying to wrap his head around what he just did! He very enthusiastically goes over some of the challenges and his excitement as he gets going! Patreon Gun Dog It Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Harold join me to discuss our resent trip to Maine. We cover what each of our goals were for the trip, if we achieved the goals or not, but also what did we learn that can help us on future trips. We also talk about specific changes in our training programs next year to try and better setup our dogs on wild birds next season. www.gundogityourself.com and www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We had the privilege of getting to meet and hunt with Tim Perkins of Perkins Taxidermy a few weeks ago in Wisconsin. Tim has decades of experience in hunting Ruffed Grouse behind dogs as well as taxidermy. He breaks down some of the basics of building a dependable grouse dog as well as some knowledge and tips for those interested in getting a great memory preserved! Gun Dog It Yourself Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week long trip of hunting Prairie Grouse with my buddy Jacob Little, we sit down and discuss the entire experience. This trip included everything to be expected in a good hunting trip: struggles, successes, new people, unforgettable memories, and of course lessons learned to apply to the next one. Give it a listen and be sure to let us know how your big hunting trips are going so far this year! www.gundogityourself.com and www.patreon.com/gundogityourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ann joins us to break down everything Ruffed Grouse! Where to hunt them along with when to hunt them and how to hunt them. She always goes over all of the benefits that you will find with her Scout N Hunt mapping system! Be sure to check them out and use GDIY10 for 10% off. www.patreon.com/gundogityourself for a bigger discount! www.gundogityourself.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices