Upchukar Podcast

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Episode 38: Markin' Fences Apr 01, 2019

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Episode 38: Hunter Burkett, Biologist with the Sage Grouse Initiative (SGI).

Subjects discussed: What is a lek, path to becoming a biologist, What SGI does, markin' fences, how many species of sage brush?, cross-breeding sage brush, Ichthyosaurs in Nevada, teaching his English Setter to retrieve, Chukar hunting, reading bird country, accepting hand-me-downs; and more

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

Episode 37: Hunting for Adventure Mar 22, 2019

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Episode 37: Hunting for Adventure w/ Hannah Martini & Steve Elicegui. A hunting couple who share a passion for chasing Chukar with their German Wirehair Pointer, Willow.

Topics Covered:

Falling in love after getting hit by a car, being a first time bird dog owner, learning from your uncle, What is a Whoa board, adventuring together, chasing Chukar, What the hell is a Chachalaca and much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

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

Episode 36: Hard Lessons Mar 15, 2019

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Episode 36: Coty Munson joins the podcast to share his experiences Chukar hunting and growing up as a 3rd generation Nevadan.

Some of the topics discussed:

Packrats infiltrating your trailer, what is Chukar camp, barbed wire ruins your day, Who named your dog, Griffons & DDs, shooting his grandpa, importance of gun safety, how to keep your wife Chukar hunting, the importance of keeping your dog in shape and yourself! and much more

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with

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

Episode 35: Check Your Pulse Mar 01, 2019

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Episode 35: Bret Wonnacott. Bret is the owner/handler of NSTRA (National Shoot To Retrieve Assoc) champion English Setters and an Upland hunting enthusiast. Listening back on the conversation, this was more akin to chatting with a buddy, than an interview. Success!!!

Some of the topics covered:

working with hunting dogs from a young age, turning down a pair of cowboy boots for his dog, GSPs and Setters,NSTRA, Whoa to food, the value of only shooting pointed birds, using food to create a bond, exposing a new dog to gunfire and much more!

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with

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

Episode 34: Upland Hunting in Nevada Feb 20, 2019

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Episode 34: Nevada Dept. of Wildlife Upland Game Bird Staff Specialist Shawn Espinosa. If you love upland hunting in Nevada, or have an interest in trying it in the future, this episode is for you. A comprehensive dive into the many diverse upland birds Nevada contains and a historical overview of their populations over the years.

Some of the topics covered:

Life cycle of upland birds, brood sizes, native and introduced species and their management practices, the effects of Ravens and Crows on Sage Grouse, finding Gambel's Quail in southern Nevada, a re-introduction program of a previous native species (this one is cool) and much, much more.

A big Thank You to the Nevada Department of Wildlife.

The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with:

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

Episode 33: Cancer Sucks Feb 15, 2019

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Episode 33: Jeff Lusk. As a well known figure in the big game back country hunting world, Jeff and I discuss his new passion for Chukar hunting. Now equipped with a Setter and a Cocker, he is ready to endure the sweet and miserable world of chasing red legs. Jeff, in an effort to assist his friend Curt's efforts to raise money for St. Jude's Childhood Cancer fund, has offered the highest donor in the month of February an opportunity to join him on an upland hunt next season. A great opportunity supporting a very great cause. To donate visit the link below:

http://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR?px=4389681&fr_id=99621&pg=personal

EP 32: Falconry and a .410 Jan 25, 2019

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Episode 32: Tyler Sladen @sladen_scyther embarked on a North American Quail Slam which required him to travel to different states, eventually ending up in Nevada. Tyler shares his experiences and the stories and friends that really shaped this accomplishment. And, if completing the slam in three months didn't come with its own set of challenges, he decided to up the ante and use only a break-gun .410. If that isn't interesting enough, Tyler is also a Falconer, or "Hawker", and uses his two Goshawks to both hunt and as a nuisance control measure for his business.

Plus, I was able to help him get his first wild Chukar!

The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:

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

Episode 31: All-Day Jay Jan 19, 2019

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Episode 31: Jay Kincaid @kincaidoutdoors is a former World Champion freestyle Kayaker, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, Ultra Marathoner and one of the best Chukar hunters I have met. Jay introduced me to the magic of owning and hunting with great German Shorthaired Pointers and is still someone I seek advice from to this day.

Topics Covered: The hunt we were driving back from, hard work is a bigger factor that natural talent, being attacked by a Moose in B.C., hunting with your kids, living in Reno and hunter etiquette.

The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by:

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

Episode 30: The Heartbeat of the Woods Dec 20, 2018

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Episode 30: Andy Wayment, Author, "The Heartbeat of the Woods". Andy is another great example of an upland hunter who has taken his experiences and compiled them into a book that both inspires and teaches. His varied experiences in the grouse woods have provided him with a humble perspective both on the seriousness of mother nature and Ol' Ruff himself. In this episode we dive into the book and its many interesting topics. If you love a good story and have a passion for upland hunting, take the time and read this book.

The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons Boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 29: Hotshots and Red Legs Dec 14, 2018

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Episode 29: Vern Gruwell. A passionate soul that shines through in his career as a Hotshot Wildland Firefighter and through his rich family history of chasing Chukar. Growing up, Vern was exposed to every aspect of what it means to be a Chukar hunter and the skills you need to craft in order to be successful. He has mastered the use of the Chukar call, which he demonstrate purely through the use of his mouth. Vern's story telling will keep you entertained throughout and I appreciate listening to someone who at times doesn't hold back and speaks with passion.

The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by Lathrop and Sons boots, Chukar Chasers and Sage & Braker

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