Midwest Flyways Podcast

Cal, Joey and Wade talk about some of the exciting new waterfowl hunting products coming out for 2023 that you may or may not have heard about. Get prepped for season with some of the latest gear! Thanks for the support and leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week the boys sit down to talk about Kansas telling out staters how it’s gonna be by changing their access. We also preview an upcoming gamefair and summer show szn along with a look back at some good hunts. New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Joey and Cal sit down with special guest Graham Greseth, owner of Maxxed Out Guides. Graham has guided waterfowl throughout different parts of the country and has experience with all types of waterfowl. We chat about a haunted lodge scenario, what to tip a guide, and flooded corn mallards. Among other things as well this podcast is packed with great info. Don’t miss it! Please leave us a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week we talk about some awesome ideas we have for easy improvements to some waterfowl hunting products and gear that we can’t believe aren’t already out there. What gear are you guys looking for that nobody’s figured out yet? New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week the boys sit down to talk about the ongoing issues with wildlife funding and it’s misuse around the country. We also relive a sketchy big water hunt where Joey and Carter lost all their decoys. New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

We break down some real basic tips on setting up decoys for a duck or goose hunt. These are mostly tips that can be applied anywhere! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Special Guest Gavin Kolles admits on air that he is in fact a big gear guy. We also talk about ammo, flyover states, and bird hunting in general. New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week’s Ten Minute Tuesday is all about Taxidermy. When you decide you finally want to mount a bird, where do you go? What does it cost? We break down what to expect and what to look out for. New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Joey and Cal get together with one of our favorite guests, Ben Brettingen with onXhunt. We shoot the breeze about bird dogs and their genetics, training, and duck hunting. Ben has held numerous jobs in the outdoor industry and his experiences and conversation never disappoint. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Cal, Joey and Carter talk about the effect social media has had on hunting pressure, a negative stigma and some of the positives it can provide if it’s used properly. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Joey sits down with David Goos for a podcast full of waterfowl insight. David talks with us about contest calling and the new ICA. We also talk traffic hunts, decoy spreads, marketing in the waterfowl industry, and guiding duck and goose hunters. Don’t miss it! Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week on Ten Minute Tuesday; Cal, Joey, and Gavin talk about some different techniques for water hunting including some unusual tactics. Joey saves a duck and Gavin keeps things light. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week Cal, Joey and Hunter talk about Joey’s snow goose hunt, and Hunters 4 Turkeys in 4 days. We also enlighten Hunter on a must see movie. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Hunting and farming will always go hand in hand. Hunter shows Joey and Cal a new machine that could change your ability to gain hunting permission. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Joey, Cal and Hunter talk about some resources for how to get into waterfowl hunting and try to give some easy pointers to help you be successful! Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week on the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal sit down with Dr. Robert Spaulding who is a Licensed Counselor and hunting enthusiast. Dr. Spaulding has spent his entire life hunting and relating outdoor activities to mental health and well-being. He walks us through the importance of spending time in the woods and the effect it can have on your mental well-being. We also hear some great stories from one of the most authentic people we've ever met. Don't miss this podcast as Dr. Robert lays out the best reasons to tell your wife or girlfriend why you must go hunting. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Joey, Cal and Hunter sit down to talk about having no limits in the old days, how many ducks and geese we've been seeing this spring with good water levels, and 20 gauge love. Please be sure to leave us a review! Thanks for listening! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week our Ten Minute Tuesday is all about some quick tips for hunting turkeys. Hunter Dillon gives us some easy pointers to help you be more successful while you're out chasing turkeys! Don't miss it! ----------------------------- New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

On this week of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, the boys sit down to talk about Joeys hunting trips, some bad food, and what's been going on during our off seasons. Some great segments so don't miss out! ------------------------------ Buy Merch at http://bit.ly/mwfshop Join the email list: https://bit.ly/MWFemail APPLE PODCAST: https://apple.co/370X7IS SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/MWFpodcast ------------------------------ List of Gear/Calls/Anything we use: https://kit.co/midwestflyways onXmaps: https://bit.ly/ONxMAPS ------------------------------- USE OUR DISCOUNTS!!!!! 20% off Vortex Wear/Apparel: MW20 20% off onXmaps: MWF20 Check us out on www.midwestflyways.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Midwestflyways/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwestflyways Use #MidwestFlyways

On this episode of 10 min Tuesday, The boys sit down to talk about jumping shooting snow geese and how to do it. some folks don't like the idea of jump shooting but we think if its done right its a great way to partake in the spring conservation season! let us know in the comments the best jump shooting day you've had. New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Cal and Joey sit down with Joey's oldest hunting buddy, his dad. We talk about some of Rob's old hunting stories from his days of owning a guide service and Rob shares a lot of funny memories. Don't miss this one! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Cal and Joey sit down with our buddy and videographer, Hunter Dillon. We talk about decoys and how much they matter, some stupid stuff we did before we were adults, and Joey drops a knowledge bomb on us to wrap up the pod. We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Cal and Joey sit down for a brand new podcast style! We go through some awesome segments, talk about hygiene in the blind, and do a brand new segment called "Life Guidance" with out buddy Ethan Kerk, owner of Angel Wing Outfitters. We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Cal and Joey sit down with our good friend Logan Webster, owner of CamoRetro, to talk about our hunts together over the last couple days of season. We also talk about shooting honkers in the timber, Dickson Cider, and much more. Shout out to Miss Deborah! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

New Waterfowl Film out now! MONTANA FILM Cal and Joey sit down with the guys behind Carter's Big Island, Roy & Drake Carter. We talk about crazy tactics for hunting and patterning waterfowl to make hunts more successful. Roy and Joey reminisce about Joey's dad having hunted ducks with Roy in Kansas many years ago. We hear some great stories and learn a ton. Join us for it! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

On this episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast Joey and Cal sit down in Cal's home studio where the balance is recorded for a change of scenery. We talk about different regulations, crazy stories we've heard of and preview our trip to see some friends as we closed out duck season 2022. It was an incredible year and we couldn't have done it without our followers and listeners. Leave us a review and help us get to 1,000 reviews! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Better Merch: /SHOP

This episode of the Midwest Flyways Podcast is a greatest hits of 2022. We had an awesome year waterfowl hunting and had a chance to sit down with some amazing guests for conversations surrounding waterfowl and a whole lot of shenanigans involved. Listen in for some of our favorite clips from our 2022 guest podcasts! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Better Merch: /SHOP

Last Chance to enter our latest Betterfed Beef Giveaway! FREE STEAK Cal and Joey sit down with waterfowl guide and unbelievable human, Norm Gross. Norm guides in Montana at RA Legacy and has been around waterfowl hunting his entire life. We recap a few days hunting together in Montana, hear stories about Norm's experiences and talk about all aspects of guiding, hunting, and life. We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week on the Midwest Flyways Podcast, Joey and Cal go over Joey's recent experience layout boat duck hunting on Lake Michigan for old squaw. WE talk about an upcoming trip to Montana, our recent time in Southwest Nebraska with Angel Wing Outfitters, and we break down our top 5 bucket list hunts! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

Cal and Joey sit down with big goose guy, Matt Robertson. Matt co-owns Highpoint Outfitters based in MN. He shares his thoughts on why it's been a tough year of hunting in Minnesota. We also hear a couple crazy stories and talk about duck and goose hunting experiences and tactics. We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Another TMT and Cal and Joey break down a hunting situation that had them confused. After some adjustments we had an unexpected positive result! Leave us a review or rating and check back every week for more podcasts! Also, shoot us a message with ten minute Tuesday topics you would want to hear more about. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

Joey and Cal meet up to recap their trip to North Dakota with 24.7 and talk about what worked and what didn't while hunting fields and potholes alike. We also talk about some of our favorite moments of that week with some awesome friends and what made it all such a good trip. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

Another TMT and Conor shares an audio recording that sparks some interesting conversation. Try to guess the sound before Conor shares what it is! Leave us a review or rating and check back every week for more podcasts! Also, shoot us a message with ten minute Tuesday topics you would want to hear more about. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

Cal and Joey sit down with a man who knows exactly what he's about: life experiences. Spending a week with the guys from 24.7 Hunt we got to meet Robert Spaulding, one of the most authentic people we've ever hunted with. We talk about our trip, duck hunting North Dakota with a huge group of awesome people who all love the same thing: hunting. This guy is genuinely one of the funniest people alive. Listen and you'll agree. We cried laughing throughout this podcast! He has like 8 different degrees and he loves hunting to his core. His life experiences are a true story! We wanna say thank you to all of you for your continued support. We're just getting started! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

This week on The Balance: -Phone call with Micah Ness. -heading to ND. -hot topic; Canada removes vaccine mandate. -deep dive on enjoying the process of the hunt. -packing for a duck trip (tips and strategies) Leave us a review and let us know what you think of the podcast! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

On Ten Minute Tuesday we talk about some easy tips that will help you make the most of your scouting and how it relates to your success hunting! Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

Enter the Midwest Flyways x Betterfed Beef "Midwest Meat Raffle" by clicking the link here: FREE BEEF Today on the pod the boys are all in studio and we talk about: -Joey's recent adventure to acquire a pontoon/duck blind for one of our local spots. -Unhappiness had to be inevitable for our ancestors. -heavily shootable birds. -wild weddings Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Welcome to Midwest Flyways video podcasts! Joe Heintz joins us in studio to talk about his summer job at the trailer park, how to be a better goose hunter, and some of his upcoming plans and goals. We have a blast and laugh our way through it all! Don't miss a chance to soak it up from one of the best goose hunters in the country. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Better Merch: /SHOP

Welcome to Midwest Flyways video podcasts! Joe Heintz joins us in studio to talk about his summer job at the trailer park, how to be a better goose hunter, and some of his upcoming plans and goals. We have a blast and laugh our way through it all! Don't miss a chance to soak it up from one of the best goose hunters in the country. Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about stacked ammo: Migra Ammunitions Eat better beef: Betterfed Beef Stop saying "Huh?": Soundgear Merch: /SHOP

This week on The Balance, Cal sits down with friend of the pod Gavin Kolles to talk about shooting your lane, early season honkers, and some fun trips and plans for this year. Leave us a review and let us know what you think of the podcast! MERCH

Ten Minute Tuesday topic this week: -Jacob Runyan and Chase Cominsky were caught this week at a Walleye Tournament weigh in with some added baggage. -The two had stuffed lead sinkers in the bellies of their weigh in fish to win the tournament. We break down this insane moment in tournament fishing. -Joey was once accused of helping a goose caller win a tournament. Listen in! Leave of a review!

Joey and Cal sit down with Scott Threinen, owner of Molt Gear to talk about some of the legendary guys he learned from, how he actually started Molt Gear, and a couple great stories he has from years of waterfowl hunting. Scott is a World Champion goose caller with an understanding of geese that has taken decades to acquire. We laugh the whole time and learn a lot of valuable information about hunting birds. Don't miss this one. Feed your family better beef here: BETTERFED BEEF Learn more about better ammo here: MIGRA AMMUNITIONS MERCH HERE: /SHOP

Conor and Cal breakdown New Fling, Steady Love, Old News - Duck Opener style and talk about some fun stuff coming out this week on the channel. Leave us a review! Thanks for listening! /SHOP

On this episode, Cal talks about some trouble brewing at the Canadian border for waterfowl hunters. He also breaks down a favorite hunting story and location (Louisiana), changes at wmf, and an early season tip for you all! Leave us a review! Thanks for listening! /SHOP

Joey and Cal sit down with OnX important guy Ben Brettingen to talk about waterfowl hunting. The topics range from old and young generations of waterfowl to getting your start in the industry. Ben has worked in many different positions in the outdoor industry and being a passionate outdoorsman, he has lots of great insight about all things outdoors. We share some great stories and some laughs along the way. Be sure to leave us a review! Get a pair of Soundgear and start taking care of your hearing today: SOUNDGEAR MERCH HERE: /SHOP Download OnX simplify your scout: OnXHunt

This is one of those classic episodes that has all the laughs, stories, and hunting topics that just roll together! All three of your hosts, Joey, Cal, and Conor finally get together and chat about all things life and hunting. Don't miss it! Leave us a review and get the latest merch here: /SHOP This podcast is brought to you by the only hearing protection worth your money on the market: Soundgear

Welcome to the Midwest Flyways Podcast! This week we pulled a file from a few months ago that never made it out as Cal and Joey talk about Joey's most recent experience with animal processing, how smart snow geese would be if they could smell, and other funny hunting stories. NEW MERCH IS OUT: /SHOP Podcast is brought to you by our partner Soundgear. Check them out here: Soundgear Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe!

Welcome to The Balance with Cal Ness! The Balance is designed to give you insight into the life of a waterfowl hunter. There's so much that plays a role in our hunting career and lot of it has to do with all of those moments and obstacles that we go through, experience and overcome. Our goal is to show those little pieces that make up each of us. On this episode Cal talks about some hunting history and nostalgia. He also talks about early season goose prep and breaks down his least favorite ducks to shoot! Thanks for listening! /SHOP

We're bringing back the Ten Minute Tuesdays with a new twist. We play a game we made up called New Fling, Steady Love, Old News. Tune in as Cal plays under the category; "Things For Early Season Hunting" Let us know what other topics you want to hear us talk about on our re-launch of Ten Minute Tuesdays! Leave us a review!

Welcome to the first episode of The Balance with Cal Ness! The Balance is designed to give you insight into the life of a waterfowl hunter. There's so much that plays a role in our hunting career and lot of it has to do with all of those moments and obstacles that we go through, experience and overcome. Our goal is to show those little pieces that make up each of us. Logan Webster started Camoretro almost on accident. At least what we all know it as today. He shares some of his background and what steps he went through to start Camoretro. He also shares some great stories and memories about his hunting journey. Thanks for listening! /SHOP