The Flush Podcast - Stories from the field

Matt Morlock, Pheasants Forever’s North & South Dakota State Coordinator joins the show to discuss the impact of the blizzards and arctic blasts that have pummeled America’s bird country.  We discuss the devastating effects these storms can have, current conditions in the field, when to pull the plug on hunts, what hunters can expect for the final weeks, and why it may benefit the overall popu...

Ben Brettingen from OnX Hunt joins the show to discuss late-season upland bird hunting tactics, hunting for different bird species out of your comfort zone, camping in the cold, keeping your dog warm during late-season hunts, when to trust your dog in the field, preparing for accidents in the field, and so much more. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premi...

Ted Koch from the North American Grouse Partnership (NAGP) joins the show to discuss the USFWS listing of the Lesser Prairie-Chicken under the Endangered Species Act.  Ted explains why hunters should “get pissed” about this issue, why it happened in the first place, upland game birds that might be next on the list, and solutions to reverse the habitat loss trends across North America.  www.grousep...

Travis Frank and Ron Schara host another LIVE podcast at Bear Cave Brewing. In this episode they share a few of their favorite stories from a busy season of bird hunting and talk about lessons that roosters teach. They also welcome several guests to the show to celebrate success stories, and Ron falls in love. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammu...

Travis Frank kicks off the holiday season with a personal reflection on life in the outdoors, a tribute to land owners, bird dogs, wild birds, and wild places. Plus Travis shares ‘Thankful’ messages from you, our loyal listeners. Next live show is Wednesday, November 30, 7 pm at Bear Cave Brewing in Hopkins! Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammuni...

Jared Wiklund & Josh Divan from Pheasants Forever join the show along with Jim Damnehy, the highest bidder in this year’s pheasant hunting road trip auction.  The crew share stories from the field after an epic pheasant hunt in Iowa, they also discuss Iowa’s pheasant numbers statewide, talk about how this “dream hunt” came to be, habitat success stories, fertile soil, long-term concerns, heckl...

The Flush team hunts pheasants in western Minnesota at Scott Fransen’s new bird hunting camp he calls “EP Legends Lodge.” Scott explains how his hunting camp came about, what he’s learned partnering with hunting friends, and why hunting camps are so special. We also discuss Ron Schara’s 12 years of service on the Lessard Sams Council and give an updated pheasant hunting report from the field chasi...

Chad Love & Andy Edwards from Quail Forever join the show to provide an extensive quail hunting forecast for the 2022 hunting season.  We also talk about where to find quail in different habitats around the country, sleeper spots, drought impact, and so much more… Next live show is Wednesday, November 30, 7 pm at Bear Cave Brewing in Hopkins! Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.leg...

Travis Frank joins Tyler Webster from the Birds, Booze & Buds podcast at his home on the prairie in North Dakota.  Travis and Tyler relive their best and worst hunting stories from this year, discuss hunting behind a variety of dog breeds and what to do when the wheels fall off in the field, recap their week hunting together, under-reported North Dakota bird numbers, and so much more… Next liv...

Nathan Freshour is a dedicated upland bird hunter that trained his own bird dog and achieved his own personal goal, harvesting 10 different species of birds in Minnesota.  Find out why he set a goal, how he achieved it, what he learned along the way, and why setting your own hunting goals can make you a better hunter. Next live show will be Wednesday, November 30, 7 pm at Bear Cave Brewing in Hopk...

Live from Bear Cave Brewing in Hopkins, MN the Flush crew celebrates the start of a new pheasant hunting season, shares stories from Northwoods grouse hunting camps, discusses a grizzly bear attacking a bird hunter, answers questions from listeners, sips drinks with a live audience of hunters, and so much more. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Amm...

Emily Spolyar, a Precision Ag & Conservation Specialist for Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever, lives, works and bird hunts on the land in western North Dakota. Emily gives a NoDak bird hunting report and then shares about her journey into the world of upland bird hunting & conservation.  She also opens up about her experiences traveling across the country on solo bird hunts, leaving he...

Jared Wiklund from Pheasants Forever joins the show to review America’s 2022 pheasant hunting forecast.  Jared and Travis give a state-by-state and region-by-region break down of pheasant numbers, habitat and drought conditions, as well as provide a few sleeper spots for pheasant hunters to check out this fall.  Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Am...

Live from Bear Cave Brewing in Hopkins, MN the entire Flush crew celebrates the start of a new hunting season answering questions from viewers and listeners, while sippin’ drinks with an audience of hunters. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammunition ( https://www.federalpremium.com/ ,) Aluma ( https://www.alumaklm.com ,) Walton’s ( https://www.w...

Ben Brettingen from OnX Hunt joins the show to talk through early season success strategies from prairie grouse to pheasants, ruffed grouse to quail.  Plus, Travis and Ben relive their first upland bird hunts of this season in opposite parts of the world, bird numbers to be excited about, new OnX features, Ben’s controversial “kennel divided” article, learning with and laughing at friends, and so...

Eric Locker & Evan Withrow are extreme upland bird hunters that live in Alaska. Travis Frank joins them for a remote bush country bird hunt in the mountains in pursuit of ptarmigan. They discuss the challenges and dangers of hunting for ptarmigan in the remote wilderness, how to prepare for the worst, and how to savor success from one of the world’s most epic upland bird hunts. Join The Flush...

Terry Wilson from Ugly Dog Hunting is a conservation volunteer with the Ruffed Grouse Society and a NAVHDA judge.  Terry and Travis discuss partnerships between hunting, conservation & dog training organizations, habitat for all species, ruffed grouse & woodcock coverts, painful dog training lessons learned by mistake, making hunting camps a priority, and so much more! Presented by North D...

The “Hank Hunt” is back, and you’re invited!  Scott Fransen and Travis Frank announce the invitation to pheasant hunt with The Flush team in South Dakota, why they’re hosting this hunt, and how you can sign up to join us. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammunition ( https://www.federalpremium.com/ ,) Aluma ( https://www.alumaklm.com ,) Walton’s (...

Tim Joseph from Benelli joins The Flush team at a remote fishing lodge to talk shotguns, COVID-19’s effect on the firearm industry & bucket list bird hunts. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammunition ( https://www.federalpremium.com/ ,) Aluma ( https://www.alumaklm.com ,) Walton’s ( https://www.waltonsinc.com/ ,) OnX Maps ( https://www.onxmap...

Jonathon Tremblay from Walton’s joins the show for an uncut conversation about meat. Travis and Jon discuss topics ranging from America’s current meat crisis to the worst tasting meat they’ve ever eaten (python & beaver tail), plus they explain several of their favorite upland game bird recipes. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/ ,) Federal Premium Ammunition ( ht...

Scott Rall has been a Pheasants Forever chapter super-volunteer in southwestern Minnesota for nearly 40 years.  Scott explains his lifetime pursuit of making the wild world a better place, acquiring 65 private properties and converting them into public lands, conducting roadside counts for the MN DNR, working with farmers to plant grass, Guiding the Governor, killing cottonwoods, inspiring others,...

Dr. Jay Brekke is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and a passionate upland bird hunter. Travis and Jay discuss several topics to keep your dog safe during the hottest months of the season, but also primed and ready for the start of the upcoming hunting season. They also talk about several items to include in your first aid field kit. Presented by North Dakota Tourism ( https://www.legendarynd.com/...

Tyler Webster from the Birds, Booze & Buds Podcast joins Travis Frank to discuss DIY bucket list bird hunts and planning your own dream season.  Tyler lays out his itinerary to hunt his way from Alaska to Arizona this season and the plans needed to achieve a successful hunt start to finish.  The two also discuss several factors that should be considered while planning, making your own bucket l...

Matt Kucharski serves as chairman of the National Board of Directors for Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever.  Matt and Travis Frank discuss big picture views of America’s conservation, roles in Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever, finding a new President & CEO, using your talents to make a difference, outdoor politics, wildlife habitat, wild birds, hands-on land, and so much more. Present...

Will Larsen from The Upland Rookie Podcast joins our show to discuss his journey into the upland bird hunting world, launching a podcast, learning with his listeners, finding a mentor to train dogs, summer dog training and conditioning, his upland hunting gear addiction, bringing his kids into the field, DIY bird hunts, and so much more! @theuplandrookiepodcast Presented by North Dakota Tourism (...