The Fowl Life

On this special episode from Raised In The Woods, Chad and the crew Travel Wisconsin to the State’s Capitol. They discuss everything from social media’s impact on the hunting world to technology’s effect in the waters and woods. Guest host Brittni Christiansen and host Ellie Lawton give their take on women in the outdoors. Don’t miss this controversial discussion from the seat of TFL Midwest. This...

As Chad Belding Travels Wisconsin, The Fowl Life lands in the Capitol of Madison for Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch’s radio show, Raised in the Woods. Ride along on this laugh-filled adventure. From an unbelievable turkey hunt to the greatest eats to a guest appearance by the one and only Wando, the godfather of “The Jump Around”, you don’t want to miss this fantastic journey. This episode is brought...

Mitch Petrie joins Chad from a campsite in Wisconsin, and the two get into it. They talk Wisconsin versus Minnesota, the political tension Mitch has watched build at home, and the infighting that's been creeping into the hunting community, including Chad's response to Matt Rinella's Hunt Quietly podcast and the argument that outdoor TV has done more harm than good. Mitch breaks down where outdoor...

Chad's got some thoughts. That's what this series is! Safari Club International's Fowl Thoughts! He starts where it all began. The toilet business. Portable units, job sites, construction managers, bid meetings. Learning customer service and communication and resilience and when to pump the brakes. Then a duck hunt with some buddies changed everything. From a duck mount on the wall of his toilet o...

The perfect early waterfowl scouting activity might just set you up with a gourmet meal in the process. In this Fowl Life Eat Wild series, Midwest host Joel Kleefisch and acclaimed chef Ellie Lawton team up with Banded pro staffer James Cooper to catch and cook frog legs, from the field to table. From the water to the pan, Chef Ellie makes it look easy and tastes even better. You're going to want...

Chad's got two big stops coming up, and he's fired up about both of them. First up is Texas for an Axis deer hunt during the rut with Jason Vanderbrink, CEO of the Kinetic Group. Benelli Lupo, Federal Premium Ammunition. Hayes Carl at Green Hall in New Braunfels. Dinner with Ted Nugent and Shemaine at the Nugent compound in Waco. And something personal he's keeping close to the heart. Then it's Na...

Chad promised a Wisconsin turkey hunt recap, and here it is. Jeff Tarsi from Nutrien Ag Solutions came to camp, not just as a sponsor but as a hunter. Joel Kleefisch had boots on the ground, Chef Ellie was throwing down in camp (hear all about that in our Eat Wild Series), Jay Wando from Wando's Bar in Madison joined the crew, and the Dodgers-Brewers game at American Family Field was in the mix, t...

Chad just got back from Wisconsin, and he's not slowing down. Next stop is Texas for an axis deer hunt during the rut with Jason Vanderbrink, CEO of the Kinetic Group. When you think Federal, Remington, Speer, CCI, Heavy Shot, Black Cloud — this is the man behind all of it, and he's invited Chad down to the San Antonio hill country for a spot and stalk during one of the most exciting times of the...

When you thought you’ve heard it all, you need to check out this Fowl Life Eat Wild Series. Award winning Chef Ellie Lawton teams up with Sous Chef Salazar and TFL Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch for Duck Tongue Stir fry. You won’t believe how delicious. To feed the whole camp, you’ll need to watch your bag limits! This episode is brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Camospace, and Banded Brands!

Just when you thought The Fowl Life Eat Wild series couldn’t get any better, TFL host Chad Belding and Nutrien Ag Solutions Jeff Tarsi joined Joel Kleefisch in the studio. Between Chef Lawton’s awesome Wild Turkey recipes and Turkey camp dinners, the crew hammered out strategies for Thunder chicken success and ag management importance that will make you look differently at wild game conservation....

Chad's been a part of something big in Texas, and he's ready to pull the curtain back and dive into the details. Banded Drake Ranch. 750 acres just north of Paris, Texas — 90 minutes from Dallas-Fort Worth, right on the edge of the Oklahoma panhandle. Flooded corn, natural marsh, flooded timber, rice, millet, and the Red River. This is part one of a series, and Chad starts from the ground up. From...

It’s turkey time, but don’t be afraid to turn that wild bird into a delicacy. Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and TFL award-winning Chef extraordinaire Ellie Lawton bring the world’s best Whiskey into the mix. You gotta try this easy, knock your socks off recipe that will have your turkey camp yelping for more. This episode is brought to you by Travel Wisconsin, Camospace, and The Provider Culinary

Chad's still on location at Premier Prairie in Kansas with Randy Young and Lynn McDonald when the conversation turns to someone who meant a great deal to all of them. John Lamonico passed away at 95. Safari Club International world records. Hunted in nearly 40 countries. Black and blue from his knuckles to his navel at 91 from trying to shoot 1000 doves. Rigged to the side of a cliff at 90 just to...

Brad Arington is back to talk everything dogs! Brad owns and operates Mossy Pond Retrievers out of South Georgia, and there is no other operation in this country doing it at the level he is. The pedigrees, the training, the lodge, the employees... It is truly the new standard. Chad's had Brad hand-pick his new pup, Slash, and this conversation is a long time coming. They get into everything from h...

Recorded in Kansas after a turkey hunt, Chad, Lyn from Temple Bay Lodge, and Randy from Premiere Prairie Adventures sit down and let the conversation flow, like old friends at turkey camp do. One minute they’re talking giant musky, walleye, perch, fish recipes, and cooking at camp… the next it’s aggressive turkey calling, gobblers getting worked up, Hunter Macklemore staying on a call, and birds h...

Chad's solo this week, and he's got a lot on his mind. 18 seasons of The Fowl Life. That doesn't happen by chance. It's years of work ethic, tenacity, and the kind of people who show up for you along the way. Chad takes a minute to recognize that. From the friendships, the partnerships, the relationships that have made this thing what it is, to one of his mentors, John Lomonaco. John was someone w...

Hunters don't really talk about recovery. You just go. Early mornings, cold water, miles of walking, hauling decoys, doing it again the next day. But the body keeps score whether you're paying attention or not. Chad's solo this week is talking about something he put on his property that's been changing that equation. Almost Heaven sauna. It turns out that name's earned. He gets into what the sessi...

Chad sits down solo at the mic to reflect on everything this life has blessed him with. The friendships, the partnerships, the miles, the years of filming and chasing the migration. None of it was forced, and none of it was planned out like that; it just kept building over time. At the center of all of it is something pretty simple... A mallard duck. Hunting really is the thing that brings it all...

This Fowl Life Eat Wild series will blow your mind! Jack Links ain’t just for the duck blind or road trip. TFL Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and the Eat Wild award-winning Chef Ellie Lawton take Jack Links from the snack station to the Easter Brunch Buffet! You’ll never look at beef jerky the same way again! Hit the gas station to prep for your gourmet grub! This episode is brought to you by Travel...

Chad’s back with another SCI Fowl Thoughts, and this one’s been sitting on his mind. Canada just changed the rules. Fewer days, tighter regulations, and it didn’t happen for no reason. He breaks down what’s really going on, from illegal outfitting to people taking advantage of the system, and how it’s starting to catch up to everyone, including the hunters doing it right. This isn’t a rant, it’s a...

For Chad, it’s not just about chasing turkeys or wrapping up another waterfowl season. He's shifting gears. From the field to the business, to the grind of a long season, to preparing for what’s next. In this episode, Chad talks through the reality of building a life in the hunting industry. The travel, the pressure, the partnerships, the opportunities, and the responsibility that comes with it. F...

Snow geese and spring are in the air, and there’s no better way to kick out the winter doldrums than with a stick to your ribs wild game Poblano Pasta recipe that’ll knock your coveralls off! On this Eat Wild Podcast, Fowl Life Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and TFL award-winning Chef Ellie Lawton have a Mother Cluckin' Poblano Pasta for any occasion. Check it out! This episode is brought to you by T...

Chad sits down with Sheriff Chad Bianco for a wide-ranging conversation about the issues shaping California today. They discuss the state’s political climate, the role of leadership, and the challenges surrounding public safety, homelessness, and taxation. Sheriff Bianco explains why he believes California needs a return to common-sense governance and accountability. The conversation also turns to...

Ted Nugent joins Chad for a wide-open conversation that goes everywhere. They start with politics (something Ted has never shied away from) and get deep into his views on leadership, freedom, conservation, and the role hunters play in protecting wildlife and the land. From there, the conversation moves into what Ted has always loved most: hunting and the outdoor lifestyle. Ted explains why hunting...

Fresh off the Safari Club International Convention, Chad is back in the studio breaking down everything that made this year’s event unforgettable. From the energy on the show floor to the conversations around conservation, SCI continues to prove why it’s one of the most important organizations in the hunting world. Chad shares what he saw, who he met, and why the mission behind SCI and the SCI Fou...