Just getting warmed up.

Trump is the only president with a net negative record on public land protections—and he’s at it again. As a hunter and a member of the working class, this should piss you off.

Act accordingly.

In this episode, Gabby and AJ talk to Utah-based sage grouse expert Dave Dahlgren. As a sage grouse researcher and biologist, Dave teaches us about huge amounts of habitat sage grouse need to survive and explains human-centric issues impacting their continued existence.

We are gravely concerned about
threats to public land and the scientific management of
wildlife and habitat. If recent events have shown us
anything, it’s that conservation and public lands should
never be taken for granted. It’s up to all of us to
become educated and involved.

The nicknaming of woodcock is far older than modern times. The biological history of the American woodcock is believed to date back as far as 1,000,000 years, surviving at least two ice ages... Along that road, people gave many names to what we now call the America Woodcock or Scolopax minor.

For starters, Canada goose should always taste delicious, and that includes the legs. Like any set of wild bird thighs and legs, these cuts are riddled with collagen that requires low-and-slow cooking to break down and tenderize over time. But once tender, they are a special treat. 👨‍🍳

"While rehoming bird dogs is a touchy subject, Deem has an important perspective on the issue having developed one of the most well-known rescues for versatile dog breeds in the Mountain West."

The episode highlights Prince Karl of Solms-Braunfels, who led German settlers to Texas and founded New Braunfels, and his nephew, Prince Albrecht of Solms-Braunfels, who played a key role in hunting dog breeding.

Ruffed grouse is a mild, slightly funky-tasting bird, but in a good way. Like any animal, their taste varies depending on the time of year and what they have been feeding on. 👨‍🍳

Bringing home your first puppy should involve proper preparation and expectations to make a positive experience for both you and your dog. 🐕

Braised meat is a quintessential part of Vietnamese home cooking. You won’t see these dishes in Vietnamese restaurants; instead, they are considered common knowledge and are passed down through family members.

Most histories of the GSP begin in the 1870s with a newly unified Germany and a growing middle class of hunters seeking an all-around hunting dog. But the seeds of breed’s creation were sown centuries earlier when pointing dogs from France, Italy, and Spain made their way into the Germanic states...

Duck confit is a gourmet dish often found in high-end French restaurants. Legs are the most common cut of meat to make confit with. Making it isn’t necessarily labor intensive, but it does require planning ahead. Curing and cooking the waterfowl requires several hours of your time.

Dogs fitting the description of the Bracco Italiano have existed for centuries, mainly in the northern half of the Italian peninsula. Written references to their general type can be found as far back as the 13th century. 🐕

For many modern turkey species, their main predators are owls, coyotes, and cougars. But what if they were golden eagles, sabertooth tigers, or dire wolves? What about sitting on the edge of a clearing and watching giant ground sloths, mammoths, and mastodons frolic in the early morning mist...

The pinyon jay is a medium-sized bird also found in western rangelands whose range overlaps with the sage-grouse. It’s a crestless jay with a body shape resembling a small crow. Because of this, it’s been known by the folk name “blue crow.”

The slight gamey flavor from the quail, the richness of the fatty salt pork, the earthiness of the mushrooms, and the bright acidity of the wine all work together to create a flavor profile that will have you licking your plate clean. 🍽️

In 1881, German hunters began systematically cross-breeding Pudels and Pointers. The Pudels used in the original crosses differed from the Poodles we have today. The German Pudel was a hunting breed known for its keen love of water, strong retrieving instinct, and sharpness on predators.

Journey to the Northwest with Zak and his father as they pursue upland birds. This story goes beyond the the hunt, capturing the essence of cherished memories and the landscapes that hold them. It’s a heartfelt tale of a father and son’s unique bond—a relationship few are fortunate enough to have.

Exploring the most popular bird dog breeds of the upland hunting community over the years.