The Campus Waterfowl Podcast

In this enlightening episode of the Campus Waterfowl podcast, host Derek Christians takes us on a journey to the heart of wetland and waterfowl research at Iowa State University. Joined by Dr. Adam Janke, an associate professor specializing in wildlife conservation, and Evangeline Von Boeckman, a master's student deeply involved in the field, the conversation dives into the intricacies of wetl...

In this episode, the host, Derek Christians, and his guests discuss their experiences and research in the field of waterfowl and wetlands conservation. The episode was recorded at Louisiana State University. Throughout the episode, our guests delve into what inspired them to get involved in waterfowl research and share how listeners can get involved. They highlight the importance of fieldwork, ski...

Derek Christians talks with Hunter from Cal Poly, SLO and Matt from Fresno State. Topics discussed: duck hunting in California, running the refuges, Cal Poly, SLO Ducks Unlimited Chapter, memories from this season, and a few good stories.

Derek Christians talks with Mason and Bennett from North Carolina State University. Topics discussed: waterfowl hunting in North Carolina, NC State Ducks Unlimited Chapter, Fall and Spring DU Banquets, Obtaining Sponsorships, Swan Hunting, work as an Ag Business major, and plans after college.

Derek Christians talks with Mary Katherine and Jackson from Louisiana State University and Mason, alumni from Southeastern Louisiana University. Topics discussed: waterfowl hunting in Louisiana, Tiger Ducks Unlimited Chapter, Ducks Unlimited internship opportunities, LSU's New Hunter Program and a few hunting stories.

Derek Christians talks with Rowdy, Cadon, Ben, and from University of Idaho along with Thor from Bemidji State University. Topics discussed: waterfowl hunting in Idaho, big game hunting in Idaho, Vandal Ducks Unlimited Chapter, hunting and social media, hunter numbers and the perception of the waterfowl hunting community.

Derek Christians talks with Cole, Josh, Brett and Camden from Kansas State University. Topics discussed: waterfowl hunting in Kansas, Kansas duck hunting season, Kansas State Ducks Unlimited Chapter, making duck calls, photography, camera gear, bachelor's degree in wildlife and outdoor enterprises, and a few stories.

Derek Christians talks with Connor, Reed and Preston from Arkansas. Topics discussed: duck hunting in Arkansas, hunting flooded timber, duck hunting boats, duck hunting opener, and a few stories.

Derek Christians talks with Walker, Jake, Trace, and Logan from Oklahoma State University. Topics discussed: waterfowl hunting in Oklahoma, scouting tip and tactics, After The Hunt Tailgate Party, duck hunting opener, Ducks Unlimited, and a few stories.

Derek Christians talks with Tyson, Luke, Jared, and Jake from Montana State University. Topics discussed: introduction to waterfowl hunting, scouting, setting up your hide, decoys spreads, calling, reading birds, etc. Wingtip Outfitters: https://www.wingtipoutfitterswashington.com/

Derek Christians talks with Nicholas, Matt, Nathan, Natalie, Tommy, and Lucas from Michigan State University. Topics discussed: hunting gear, duck hunting, After The Hunt Tailgate Party, first time duck hunting, Ducks Unlimited, duck and goose recipes, and a few stories.

Derek Christians talks with Zach, Nolan, Jack, Ryan, and Parker from South Dakota State University, Topics discussed: duck hunting, goose hunting, spring snow goose hunting, tips and tactics, and a few stories.

Derek Christians talks with Cam, JD, Jordan, Jay and Trevo Auburn University, Topics discussed: duck hunting in Alabama, challenges of duck hunting in Alabama, USFWS Waterfowl Survey, New Hunters, Land Accessibility, and Blind Snacks.

Derek Christians talks with 2x Intermediate World's Duck Calling Champion, Mason Tait from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Topics discussed: Mason's story, duck and goose calling competitions, importance of a calling competition mentor, finding the right duck call, entering a calling competition, International Callers Association. ICA Website: https://www.icacalling.com Mason calling in 2014: htt...

Derek Christians talks with Charlee Manguso (Project Crew Lead), Casey Setash (PhD student at Colorado State), and Adam Behney (Avian Researcher for Colorado Parks & Wildlife), Topics discussed: Waterfowl Research, Waterfowl Species in the Area, Working as a Researcher, Advice to new Researchers.

Derek Christians talks with Sean Weaver, the host and producer of MeatEater's Duck Lore, Topics discussed: About Sean, Duck Lore video series, First Lite waterfowl gear, and quick and easy duck recipes. Sean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanweaverdwc/ Duck Lore on MeatEater: https://www.youtube.com/c/MeatEaterTV/ First Lite Waterfowl Gear: https://www.firstlite.com/pages/firstlite-waterf...

Derek Christians talks with Taylor Linder, a graduate student at University of North Dakota, Topics discussed: About Taylor, summer internships, life as a research student, career advise, grassland birds and beef, and why it's important. Taylor's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tjlinder8/

Derek Christians talks with Brett Leach, a graduate student at University of Missouri, Topics discussed: About Brett, Process of conducting research and preliminary results.

Derek Christians talks with Camden Bowles, Jimmy Morrow, and Davis Fall from Ole Miss; along with William Frawley from Tetra Hearing. Topics discussed: Ole Miss Ducks Unlimited Chapter, Duck Hunting in Mississippi and Arkansas, and Tetra Hearing Protection.

Derek Christians talks with Yanni Harris, Caleb Abbott, Ethan Peterson and Menel Harris; Topics discussed: Coming Soon

Derek Christians talks with Jack Massie, John O'Rourke, Micah Palmer, Riley Tyrrell, and Cannon Kobylski from Missouri who are all on semester break, Topics discussed: Going off to college and away from home, Waterfowl Hunting in Missouri, What got you into waterfowl hunting?, Hunting in High School vs College, Area we are hunting this weekend, No birds to be seen, Recap from the first hunt, Next...

Derek Christians talks with Ross Spies, Jake Kirgan, Reed Jostes, and Jakob Beckman from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Topics discussed: Scouting the area and recap of first hunt, New to waterfowl hunting, Plan for the next goose hunt, Waterfowl hunting in Illinois, How everyone met, Ducks Unlimited chapter in college, Meeting Jake and Ross at Third Term, Introduction to waterfowl hunti...

Derek Christians talks with Axel Lindsay, Hunter LaClair and Nathan Serlin from St. Lawrence University, Topics discussed: Waterfowl Hunting Upstate New York, Starting the SLU Ducks Unlimited Chapter, Impact of the Collegiate Waterfowl National Championship, Conversation about Conservation, What's Next for SLU DU?, Favorite SLU DU Event, Bringing People Together, Introducing people to duck hu...

Derek Christians talks with Stephen Fuqua, Christian Crocker, Jake Willman and Will Kainer from Texas A&M University, Topics discussed: Aggieland Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet, Hunting at Texas A&M University, Weather and Ducks, Plans for this hunting season, Senior Year, What's Next?, Hunting Eagle Lake, TX, Public Land in Texas, Bucket List Waterfowl Hunt, Using Coot Decoys, Texas A&M Universit...

Derek Christians talks with Ryan Harty, Jared Carney, Will Yeager, DJ Dean from Dorm Room Outdoors; along with Hunter Grams from God's Country Outdoors all from University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Topics discussed: Weekend Recap & Hunting the Area, Dorm Room Outdoors, Getting Access to INSANE Private Land, God's Country Outdoors, Starting an Outdoor's Page, Buying Hunting Gear on a Budget, Tim Gr...