The Flush Podcast - Stories from the field

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/)

Behind The Dog

Ron Boehme from the Hunting Dog Podcast joins the show to discuss his new video series, "Behind the Dog.” Ron and Travis have an in-depth discussion about hunting dog breeds and breeders in North America, understanding hunting dog talents, traits, genetics, purposes, and the evolution of hunting dogs & dog trainers.Presented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

DIY Dog Training & Choosing a Dog Trainer

Josh Miller from River Stone Kennels joins the show to discuss summer dog training & DIY dog training resources, puppies & puppy development, how to pick a dog trainer, working with different dog breeds, how to gain the confidence to train your own dog, and so much more. https://www.riverstonekennels.com/Special Retriever Roadmap Promo Code: FLUSH23Presented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

Tyler For President

Tyler Webster from the Birds, Booze & Buds podcast joins the show to catch up on North Dakota prairie life and to talk about his role as President of a new Pheasants Forever chapter in his hometown. Tyler & Travis also discuss upland bird nesting conditions in North Dakota, reasons for optimism this fall, where to plan great hunts this fall, and plenty more.Presented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)

‘The Method’ Dog Training (part 2)

Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells, & George Lyall join the show to discuss their new dog training program called “The Method.”  After an all-day dog training seminar launching ‘The Method,’ the trio answer questions from the dog owners that just completed their seminar.  It’s a dog training Q & A with insight into the mind of dog trainers and dogs of different ages.www.themethoddogtraining.comPresented by Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (https://www.waltonsinc.com/,) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) & Nutri Souce (https://nutrisourcepetfoods.com/)