Upchukar Podcast

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Episode 48: 2019 Himalayan Snowcock Scouting recap Aug 09, 2019

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Episode 48: 2019 Himalayan Snowcock Scouting recap w/ Garhart Stephenson.

After spending a couple days exploring the rugged landscape that Himalayan Snowcock call home, writer Garhart Stephenson and I sat down at camp to give a recap of our experience and provide some information on conditions, gear, ammo selection and much more.

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 47: Diagnosing Chukar Fever Jul 19, 2019

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Episode 47: Dr. Mark Ditsworth, DVM.

Dr. Mark is a Veterinarian and the Chukar gem I have referred to in previous episodes. With over 35 years of Chukar hunting experience: You wont find him on social media, you have to go out and find him, or he finds you.

Topics Discussed:

Chukar hunting at 61 years old, What makes you a Chukar hunter, access to public lands, dealing with dogs issues; Fox tails, do stomachs twist?, administering your own puppy vaccines and the myths of the Rattlesnake vaccine, owning two pairs of boots over 20 years, his gear of choice and much, much more.

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 46: My Chukar Gear Breakdown Jul 12, 2019

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Episode 46: Join me on this episode as I breakdown the gear I use Chukar hunting. Regardless of whether your are a seasoned chukar chasers, or new to the chase, you will gain insight into the gear I use and why. I also cover hunting with, or without and a dog and how I approach puppy training with our new family arrival, Harper, the German Wirehaired Pointer (GWP).

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 45: Have Gun, Will Travel Jun 28, 2019

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Episode 45: Garhart Gerald Stephenson, Writer, joins the show to di=scuss his 2018 solo Himalayan Snowcock hunt in Nevada's Ruby Mountains.

Topics Discussed:

First experiences into Upland Hunting, getting Chukar fever, my bird dog is a Border Collie, so you want to be a writer?, the Upland diversity in Wyoming, No smartphone = More hunting, simplifying life, the finer details of Snowcock hunting; gear breakdown, the perfect 16ga load, dangerous weather, hunting solo, bringing your dog and much, much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 44: Managing Pain and Inflammation Jun 21, 2019

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Episode 44: Dr. Carolyn Dolan, DPT joins the show to discuss the ever present issue of managing pain and inflammation- which is all too familiar for us Chukar hunters!

Topics Discussed:

What do we really know about how the body deals with inflammation, how do NSAIDS impact the healing process, Injury recovery stages, Nutritional considerations to healing, 5 principles of healing, Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome, Supplements to assist in reducing inflammation, Vitakinetics, assessing Hurt vs. Harm, how to increase your time in the chukar hills and much, much more

Episode 43: Backpacking for Chukar Jun 07, 2019

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Episode 43: Fred Bohm, adventurer, hunter, writer, photographer and owner of Sage & Braker joins the podcast this week.

Topics Discussed:

Early-late season Dusky Grouse hunting strategies, behaviors of Dusky Grouse, Hunting year-round, Chukar hunting in Colorado, backpacking for Chukar, the value of checking your maps, shotgun selection, choosing the right shot size for both Chukar and Grouse, advice from the anorexic Santa Clause, Sage & Braker and much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 42:Road House May 28, 2019

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Episode 42: I visited the First Lite HQ in Ketchum, Idaho for a wild game dinner and to record this episode with First Lite's Ross Copperman, Chase Millemann and Idaho hunting/fishing guide Zac Mayhew.

Topics Discussed:

the life of a hunting guide, lessons learned, expectations vs. realities, why did you choose your dog breed, shotgun selection, favorite bird to hunt, new First Lite products, the realities of turning a passion into a profession, Road House is the movie equivalent to Chukar Hunting, do guides play a role in hunter recruitment, hunting dogs are like expensive cars and much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 41: Wilderness Athlete May 17, 2019

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Episode 41: Coach Mark Paulsen joins the podcast to discuss his company, Wilderness Athlete. In a world containing so much information regarding health and fitness, Coach P discusses how Wilderness Athlete can fit into the equation of your life both on and off the mountain.

Topics Discussed:

Coaching D1 athletes, Hydration and the role it plays in performance, What is a Superman, Nutritional considerations as you age, the 28 Day challenge, NSF safe facilities, K9 Athlete supplements, protein intake and much much more.

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partner with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 40: Superman and Banana Apr 26, 2019

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Episode 40: Chris King is back! And bringing with him his knowledge of health and fitness and its application into Chukar hunting. He and I discuss ideas on how to maximize the off season to be #chukarstrong when the season arrives. Whether you are the type that hikes themselves into shape, or takes a concerted approach to being prepared we can all agree that we want to maximize our experience and enjoyment while climbing the hills!

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 39: Gettin' Kevin Costnered Apr 12, 2019

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Episode 39: One Year Anniversary Episode!! I figured it was only fitting to take it back to where it all started- bringing back the Chukar Chasers!! And a HUGE thank you to all of YOU that have stuck around and continued to support the podcast.

Topics Discussed:

The Chukar Chasers Foundation, 2019 Youth Hunt and 2019 Banquet, Making short films, Wild Horses, Chukar hunting makes you feel young again, tailgate tales, What is your definition of a "limit", first chukar ever, gettin' Kevin Costnered and much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

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