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In this exciting episode of the HerUpland Podcast, Courtney Bastian sits down with Terry Ann Fernando, host of The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast and author of the newly released memoir, The Accidental Bird Dog. Terry Ann shares her remarkable journey from a reluctant dog owner to a passionate bird dog trainer, navigating the world of hunt tests, field trials, and dog sports with her Vizsla, Zara. Te...

Join us in this captivating episode of the HerUpland podcast as Courtney Bastian sits down with the remarkable Shelby Isensee. From their first meeting at Pheasant Fest to Shelby's recent accomplishments and new role as Midwest Regional CoordinatHer for HerUpland, this episode dives deep into Shelby's journey, research, and passion for upland hunting. Shelby shares her inspiring backstory, growing...

Join us on this captivating episode of the HerUpland Podcast as we journey with Jessie Janowski from the snow-covered landscapes of Alaska to the heart of HerUpland's community and events. Hosted by Amanda Ponti, a member of the HerUpland Board of Directors and the co-director of the Regional Coordinator program, this episode delves into the empowering experiences, shared camaraderie, and unforget...

In this insightful episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of outdoor adventures, focusing on Toyota's impactful contributions. We're thrilled to welcome Curt McAllister, the Midwest Public Relations Manager for Toyota, who oversees national outdoor communications responsibilities.  Our conversation kicks off with a reflection on Curt's brief encounter with our host, Courtney B...

In this insightful episode, we explore Boss Shotshells' remarkable innovation in sustainable ammunition with their limited edition Warchief paper shells. This groundbreaking initiative not only showcases the company's commitment to environmental stewardship but also supports vital conservation efforts through partnerships with HerUpland and Sporting Lead Free. Join us as we delve into the unique f...

Welcome to another exciting episode of HerUpland Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Gina Deem, our Pacific Northwest Regional Coordinator and the passionate force behind Paws to Peaks Rescue, at the helm. Gina, an expert in German Shorthaired Pointers (GSPs) and other pointing dog breeds, brings her wealth of experience from Montana right to our listeners. In this episode, Gina engages in a fa...

Donna Cameron's story is one of resilience, accomplishment, and mentorship. From her historic achievement as the second woman to officially complete the Arizona Quail Slam to her unwavering commitment to fostering a welcoming community of hunters, Donna embodies the spirit of HerUpland. Her presence inspires, her guidance empowers, and her heart brings joy to all who have the privilege of knowing...

Sabrina Serna joins me to talk about the launch of her new podcast, The Bird Hunter Diaries. Sabrina has played an integral part in HerUpland as the Pacific West Regional Coordinator, as she works to connect women in the uplands. Sabrina's journey into the uplands is pretty cool, as her means of take are with both gun and falconry. She is also hosting an amazing opportunity for a Falconry Camp in...

A women's bird dog training camp? Absolutely! Four days were spent training for field, water, tracking, retrieving, obedience, and brace work. This camp was designed for the female upland hunter to prepare for hunting season and testing venues. They learn about field first aid, bird planting, and gamebird processing. Each night we gather around the campfire to share stories and laughter. Hear from...

  Are You 𝗨𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬?! Join us for a 12-week strength training, conditioning, and general preparation program for you 𝘼𝙉𝘿 your dog to get ready for this hunting season! Head Coach of Team Early AF, Bill Koepke, has incorporated exercise equipment and our upland gear for at-home workouts specific to our upland endeavors. Dr. Kristina Mott , Veterinarian and Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapi...

Caroline Saylors and Stacy Horst join Suzann Novak, The Southeast Regional Coordinator to talk about how to support and connect with other like minded woman. We hear from Caroline about how she connected with Suzann through the HerUpland Community and how Stacy has impacted her and her future goals. ---- This Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt "The #1 GPS Hunting App"  Boss Shot Shells "Superior-gr...

Have you ever noticed that weird, extended season on the hunting regulations titled "Falconry"? You may be closer to knowing a falconer than you realize! This ancient sport is still alive and well in the world today. Join Lauren McGough, eagle falconer and anthropologist, interviewed by our own Sabrina Serna, the Pacific West Coordinator and a falconer herself, as they explore Lauren's time in Mon...

Considering joining us for our flagship hunting camp, the Mountain Grouse Camp in MT? Listen in as Sabrina, our Pacific West Coordinator and first time grouse camp attendee, and Teri, a future camp mentor and two time attendee, break down the experiences and learnings from our 2022 grouse camp. If you are wondering about the dove statistic mentioned in the podcast, we looked it up. It is from a 20...

In this episode, HerUpland board member and newsletter editor, Page Sorensen, talks with Hannah Hayes about living with baby bird dogs. They get into their expectations for young dogs in the house, the benefits and drawbacks of having bird dogs in the house full time, and Hannah's take on some old trainers' tales. You can get in touch with Page on Instagram @predawnwoods or by email at page@herupl...

In today's episode I'm joined by Marissa Jensen, the Education and Outreach Program Manager for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. There are so many things happening at Pheasant Fest/Quail Classic this year, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to have Marissa walk us through all the offerings and attractions. Join the  HerUpland Community

Welcome back to the Podcast! HerUpland has been movin and shakin this past year and we're excited to reactivate this platform and get the HerUpland community involved! In this episode Sam Tillman, HerUpland's midwest Regional Coordinator and Board Member joins me to discuss where we started, what's happening, and what's to come.    Join the HerUpland Community

In this episode we join Julia Schrenkler in the kitchen for a delicious Ruffed Grouse recipe, she dubs 'Grouse a la Julia', which is derived from Hank Shaw's Grouse Northwoods. To watch the video of the episode, head over to our Instagram page @heruplandpodcast Grouse a la Julia Derived from Hank Shaw's 'Grouse Northwoods' Recipe Cook Wild Rice 1:3 Rice to Water Rinse 2-3 times Simmer covered Poac...

Hunting multiple dogs together can be an enjoyable experience, or it could be a train wreck. Several factors to determine which dogs to hunt together include each dog's age, sex, temperament, and experience, in addition to the type of terrain and weather conditions. We hear from Tom Healy, Jay Lowry and Sarah Conyngham on their perspectives of hunting more than one dog at a time. -----------------...

We dog-people often have impressive first-aid kits for our dogs, but if we get injured we aren't much use to our hunting companions. In this Roundtable Session, Naomi Coates - a registered nurse with experience in emergency medicine and cardiovascular surgery - talks about a few common bird hunting injuries people get from mild to extreme, how to treat them, and when to get your butt to the ER. Ho...

In this Roundtable Session episode we are talking with Ashley Peters with the Ruffed Grouse Society where she is their Communications and Marketing Director. Our topic is conservation and hunting advocacy, how it works, why it's important, and what you need to know to get started. Gear Tip: Hannah - Neutrogena Ultrasheer Sunscreen Ashley - Dovetail Workwear Pants and Orvis  Courtney - Eddie Bauer...

Expert Session: The largest of the grouse species, the Greater Sage-grouse, is a bucket-list quarry for many. In this episode Sage Grouse Biologist for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Leslie Schreiber, shares key facts about this bird's super unique diet, habitat requirements, and behavior that might help an ambitious bird hunter. Hank Shaw Sage Grouse Recipe --------------------------------...

Crowd Source Session: Hunting internationally is a pipe-dream for many of us, but it's actually not as unrealistic as you might think! In this episode we hear from a few folks that have ventured abroad chasing feathers and adventure. Don't miss their stories and their advice when planning your international bird hunting trip. --------------------------------------- HerUpland.com

Expert Session: The American Woodcock is a renown bird in the Atlantic and Mississippi flyways. Erik Blomberg with the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Conservation Biology at the University of Maine speaks to this bird's fascinating migration and habitat preferences as well as how it handles for dogs as well as the hunter's palate. --------------------------------------- HerUpland.com

Roundtable Session: The physical preparation and the mind game of upland bird chasing is a huge part of the craft. We chat about holistic training for the upland bird hunter with Lindsay Persico, a hunting fitness and nutrition coach. Don't miss the super relevant gear tips and discussion at the end of this episode! --------------------------------------- HerUpland.com

Bird hunting is a craft that's very hard to learn from books and YouTube. Mentoring and being mentored is an invaluable aspect of learning to hunt different birds, training/hunting over dogs, and wingshooting. In this crowd source episode we ask people that are new to bird hunting and being mentored right now as well as those that have done significant amounts of mentoring to share about their adv...