Bird Camp Radio Podcast

In Episode 16 of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with Shawn Deuel: finish carpenter, feather artist, and lifelong hunter whose passion for birds has shaped nearly every chapter of his life. From his early days on Long Island working English-driven pheasant shoots and guiding waterfowl hunts, to his current home in Spearfish, South Dakota, Shawn’s journey reflects a deep respect for tradition, dogs, a...

For Episode 15 of Bird Camp Radio, I sit down with Bret Wonnacott, a lifelong bird hunter, dog man, competitor, and storyteller whose roots in the outdoors run deep in northern Utah. From the moment he first saw a bird dog lock up on point as a kid, Bret knew this lifestyle was for him and he’s been chasing that passion ever since through bird dogs, bird hunting, waterfowling, and competition. Bre...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, I sit down with Matthew Sudol, a lifelong grouse and woodcock hunter whose connection to upland birds runs three generations deep. Raised in the coverts by a father and grandfather who still called grouse “partridge,” Matthew learned early how to read the woods, trust a good dog, and respect wild birds that don’t give anything easily. Matthew’s journey blends tr...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with southwestern Virginia outdoorsman Kenneth Adkins to trace a hunting journey that eventually led him from whitetails to the uplands and into a deeper, more intentional way of hunting. Kenneth grew up in the Virginia woods, following his father, grandfather, and uncles at a time when simply seeing a deer was a victory. Small game, rabbits and squi...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with Andrew Terry; a lifelong upland hunter, dog man, and guide whose roots run deep in California’s Sacramento Valley. Raised by a grandfather who hunted during the Great Depression, Andrew learned early that hunting was never about excess, but about respect for the land, the bird, and the responsibility that comes with pulling the trigger. What beg...

In Episode 11 of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with Josh Robinson, a man whose life has been shaped by the pursuit of wild birds and the dogs that make it all possible. Josh’s story started in Ontario, watching Labradors crash through cattails on cold-water retrieves and moments that hooked him on the connection between a dog, a handler, and the work they do together. That early spark eventually le...

In Episode 10 of Bird Camp Radio, Kellen sits down with seasoned upland hunter Kody King, a man whose life has been shaped by bird dogs, wide-open landscapes, and a relentless curiosity for the uplands. What began in the pheasant and duck fields of his youth has evolved into a multi-state pursuit of wild birds across the West and Midwest. Today, Kody runs a Brittany and a Small Münsterländer, two...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with Brenton Moore; United States Marine veteran, passionate outdoorsman, and owner of Broke Dog Fly Company in Belgrade, Montana. After leaving the Marine Corps in 2017, Brenton discovered new purpose in the mountains, rivers, and open country of the West. But everything changed at age 28 when he hunted behind a friend’s GWP and instantly fell in lo...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, we sit down with Heather Talley, Utah’s Upland Game Coordinator, whose career with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources spans nearly twenty years. Heather shares her journey from depredation technician to statewide program leader, highlighting her work expanding land access through the Walk-In Access program and strengthening partnerships that support Utah’s...

In this episode, we sit down with lifelong Central Oregon uplander Griffin Webb, whose journey in the bird hunting world began at just ten years old, chasing pheasants with his dad right out the back door. What started as simple walks with a shotgun evolved into a full-blown passion for chukar hunting and the bird dogs that make it all possible. Griffin shares how his first German Shorthaired Poin...

In this episode, we sit down with Haley Veibell, a woman Oregon upland hunter whose story weaves together family tradition, perseverance, and a deep love for bird dogs. From childhood pheasant hunts with her family’s chocolate lab, Kokoa, to chasing chukar across rugged cliffsides with her Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Winston, Haley has built a life rooted in connection to the land, her dogs, and...

Join us around the campfire with Jimmy Humes, a passionate upland hunter with 15 years of experience chasing pheasants and ruffed grouse across Pennsylvania. Jimmy shares his love for pointing dogs, the thrill of a bird dog locked on point, and the profound ways faith and gratitude shape his time in the field. In this episode, we dive into Jimmy’s journey from early hunts to competing in field tri...

In this episode of Bird Camp Radio, we head into the rugged depths of Hells Canyon with Oregon uplander and guide Tanner Krewson. Tanner shares what it’s like to chase a wide variety of wild birds across one of the most unforgiving and breathtaking landscapes in the West. From chukar to valley quail, and more, he walks us through the challenges and rewards of life in the canyon with his two Britta...

In this episode, we sit down with Robby Mulligan, owner of Stagecoach Pointers and full-time K9 officer to talk all things upland hunting in the rugged terrain of Arizona. Robby shares the story behind his guiding company, Stagecoach Pointers, and what it takes to pursue Gambel's quail with well-trained German Shorthaired Pointers. From the bond between dog and handler to navigating the harsh dese...

In this episode, we’re joined by Eli Howard of Arizona; upland hunter, storyteller, and all-around outdoorsman. Eli takes us on a journey through the diverse landscapes of the Southwest, from cactus-studded desert floors to the high country’s ponderosa pines, in pursuit of quail and dove. We talk dogs, landscape, conservation, and what it means to chase wild things across wild country. Whether you...

In the very first full episode of Bird Camp Radio, we kick things off with a heartfelt and flavorful journey into the upland life, joined by a very special guest, Rachel. Together, we dive into Rachel’s unique perspective as a woman in the upland world, her path into hunting, and how food and sustainability connect her to the outdoors. We dive deep into upland game cooking, with a few mouthwaterin...

In this first episode, we pull on our boots, load up the dogs, and take you behind the scenes of why Bird Camp Radio exists. This podcast is for those who live for the sound of a flushing covey, the snap of a shotgun, and the quiet moments around a tailgate or campfire! You'll hear what to expect from future episodes, from upland bird hunting stories, habitat conversations, and bird dog talk, to t...