The Flush Podcast - Stories from the field

Hunting with Geriatric Bird Dogs

Jay Brekke, DVM, joins the show to discuss new ways to help old (geriatric) bird dogs thrive in the field.  Jay explains medical advancements that help old dogs hunt again, joint injections, supplements, glucosamine, weight management, good & bad nutrition, physical therapy, and prevention advice for young dogs.  If you have an older bird dog, this podcast is for you.  If you have a young bird dog, this podcast is also for you, because time catches up to us all. www.brekkevet.comPresented by Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Upland Eldorado

Mike Lemke is a podcast listener who wrote us a story about his 3-week solo bird-hunting adventure in Montana that he titled “Upland Eldorado.”  Mike explains in detail the motivation for his bird hunting trip, his gear – from hunting rig to camping supplies, first aid to patterning his shotgun, why two pairs of boots last more than twice as long, hunting ethics, camping solo, lessons learned, hunting conservation theories, and why spending time in a place with great richness and opportunity is ultimately good for the soul.Presented by Grain Belt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Gear Up

Meghan Krohn & Jim Dario from Sportsman’s Guide join the show to talk hunting gear from ammo to boots, dog kennels to GPS collars, and their roles to help you find the best deals on all of them.  They also explain their conservation “round up” model and we share stories from favorite moments in the field.Presented by Grainbelt (https://www.grainbelt.com/) Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Big Running Bird Dogs

Kenton Bryant is a country music singer & songwriter with a passion for big-running bird dogs and the open prairie.  Kenton gives us a bird report from western North Dakota and we talk about finding the Lebron James of bird dogs - dogs that separate from the pack.  Kenton explains life in the field trial world, training grand champions, field trial dogs vs hunting dogs, training for broke, and life in the music business.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Counting Pheasants

Tim Brown from northwest Iowa gives us a glimpse into his current roadside pheasant counts.  We discuss how accurate roadside counts really are, big broods, factors that affect his data, where bird numbers are highest, reasons to get pumped for this hunting season, losing bird dogs, inviting new hunters into the field, and so much more.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Road Trippin’

Jonathon Tremblay from Walton’s joins Travis Frank while on a road trip through Canada to share stories, catch up on life in the meat processing world, and discuss more ways for hunters to prepare their wild game.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

All About Pheasants

Bob St. Pierre & Eran Sandquist from Pheasants Forever join the show for a deep dive into the life and biology of wild pheasants.  From mating to nesting, chick broods to adult birds, and factors that help them survive.  We also discuss an optimistic outlook for this hunting season, ways to protect birds on the landscape, ways to outsmart them on the hunt, the case for and against extending hunting seasons, history at PF, and a habitat update.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

North Country Sporting Dogs

Ben Fretz owns North Country Sporting Dogs in Alberta, Canada.  Ben joins the show to discuss his journey into the dog training and breeding world, breeding versatile dog breeds, summer dog training scenarios introducing dogs to birds, training on wild birds, how to help a dog understand their role in the hunt, finding a family, work, & hunting balance, and a positive outlook for upland bird hunting in Alberta.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Travelin’ Pup

Katie Willis joins the show to share her inspirational journey through the upland world, living a life in a camper on the road with her bird dogs, hunting North America’s wildest places, and the life lessons she’s learned along the way.  Katie explains why she sold her home, why she doesn’t take a moment in life for granted, and what it’s like to be a woman traveling solo and camping in wild places. She also shares dog training stories, mentor advice, and ways to connect with dogs while training.Presented by  Federal Premium Ammunition (https://www.federalpremium.com/,) North Dakota Tourism (https://HelloND.com,) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Hank Hunt #3

Scott Fransen joins the show to announce this year’s Hank Hunt invitation. Scott and Travis reveal the dates, details, and location of the 3rd annual Hank Hunt at Prairie Wildlife Lodge in Mississippi, how YOU can sign up to join us in the field to be on an upcoming episode of the Flush television show, and why this annual hunt has grown so quickly to help us support Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever’s habitat mission.Learn more about Prairie Wildlife Lodge & sign up for this hunt @prairie_wildlife | www.prairiewildlife.comPresented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)