The Fowl Life

It’s time to let the dogs out again and we are doing just that. Brad Arington of Mossy Pond Lodge and Retrievers is back on the show and ready to talk Dawg! Chad and Brad get into the current status of Axl and his training regimen, nutrition, consistency with the handler, and so much more! There is a ton of knowledge laid down in this episode from Brad and you don’t wanna miss it. It’s another epi...

I love New York and here’s why! The outdoor lifestyle is insane in upstate NY and the molt migration for Canada Geese is off the hook! On this episode of The Fowl Life Podcast, Chad is joined by the owner of Basswood Lodge, Nick McNamara, and The Midwest host of the Fowl Life podcast, Joel Kleefisch. Everything molt migration is up for discussion and the guys don’t miss a beat! From what UP the ge...

Uncle Ted is back and he is on fire!! Conversations with the Motor City Madman can go in so many different directions because this man is so well-read and well-spoken on so many different topics. From rock ‘n roll to guitars to drugs to politics to hunting to voting to you name it, we get into it! We are blessed to call Ted a friend and we as Americans are blessed to have him as a national voice!...

Chad is back with more of his Fowl Thoughts and it’s pretty evident that he’s excited for the season to finally he here! From advocacy to politics to his recent trip back to upstate New York with Basswood Lodge to just having pure passion for the hunt, this rant is one not to miss! We need to support Safari Club International and all of us need to be members. They are working relentlessly behind t...

Joel is back to talk about everything Midwest Waterfowl and his guest is... yep, you guessed it, Chad! The boys get into upcoming events in Wisconsin, a trip to upstate New York, calling ducks and geese, some awesome recipes, and how therapeutic hunting truly is! The Midwest Series continues to grow and we can’t thank all of you enough for the support! It’s the best time of the year so grab some c...

Joel is back with another awesome episode straight out of Wisconsin and he has a familiar guest back on the Midwest Series. Mark Boardman from Vortex Optics is in the hot seat as the guys cover everything from travel Wisconsin to wild game recipes to Canada Goose and Mallard Duck hunting to everything Wisconsin is all about! We are proud to have Mark back on and can’t wait to be back on the field...

Mojo himself is back and Terry says it all. He and Chad break down Terry’s approach to his hunts, his favorite hunting scenarios, and his experiences all over the world! For sure there isn’t a more experienced hunter on earth than Terry Denmon! Since 1999 when Terry started MOJO, he has changed the way people hunt and decoy animals. His sense of patience has led to more amazing encounters than we...

Tony Vandemore is back and he is even more excited for this coming season than he has ever been. Habitat Flats continues to be one of the top waterfowl hunting destinations in the country as hundreds of Duck and goose enthusiasts make the trek to the Sumner, Missouri lodge each season. Tony and Chad break down early teal season, Canada and the border being open for hunters to chase the migration,...

Learn the secrets of conquering sea ducks to Canada geese and everything in between. In this episode of the Fowl Life Midwest series, podcast host, Joel Kleefisch, picks the brain of the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association Executive Director Bruce Ross. Why he made Wisconsin home and hunting waterfowl his life.

Officer Woodward is back in the studio to unleash serious knowledge when it comes to handguns and mechanics do shooting. His dedication to becoming a handgun expert is evident as he leads us through many different situations and he sheds light on items that could be roadblocks for many! The conversation starts with grip and leads to breathing and steadiness, practice techniques, and more! It’s alw...

SecureIt brings you another solo waterfowl rant from Chad as he throws down on how exciting this time of the year is getting ready for early goose, early teal, Canada, and everything else coming our way as Duck and goose hunters! It’s by far the beginning of the best time of the year! From prep work to dogs to call practice to travel plans, it all takes us on a journey that is ever-changing! Chad...

Team Benelli joins Chad and the crew in Arkansas duck camp to chase mallards in the flooded timber! Chad and Alex preview episode 6 of Season 15 of Benelli’s The Fowl Life TV, The Woods, In Writing! It was a fun camp with many folks joining us including a couple of outdoor writers, country music star Drake White, Benelli team members, and more. Atlas is easily the coolest place on earth to hunt du...

A behind-the-scene recap of Season 15 Episode 190. We are back in Nebraska hunting Canada Geese and Mallard Ducks with Black Goose Outfitters and Chad is here to preview what's to come in the episode. Our good friends Tommy and Glenn from Jack Daniel’s Brand join us for a truly memorable camp. It’s scouting, recipes, insane hunts, laughs, world-class duck dog work, and stories that will stick with...

Hi-Viz Sights Presents: A preview of The Fowl Life TV's Season 15, Episode 5, The Senior Project. Chad previews this week's episode of Benelli’s The Fowl Life, where the crew visits Southern Louisiana to hunt and cook with the Gator-Tail team! Pecan Island is a cherished area of Cajun Country Louisiana. From the gulf to the marsh to the brackish waters, it is full of ducks, gators and seafood, and...

Safari Club International’s Fowl Thoughts is back! Chad goes solo on the mic, touching everything from pre-season thoughts to the duck-hunting mentality. Chad freestyles some bullet points giving the duck and goose hunter something to think about as we get closer to another waterfowl hunting season! SCI is working relentlessly behind the scenes and on Capitol Hill to ensure our rights as hunters a...

This episode was titled “Sweat Equity” because that is exactly what it took to get Habitat Flats to where it is today. In less than 20 years, Tony Vandemore and his partners have built this mallard oasis into the number one waterfowl hunting destination in the world! We had a blast in Missouri chasing mallards and chasing dreams. From the crew to the recipes to the scouting to the lodge to the cam...

Waterfowl worlds collide when The Fowl Life’s Chad Belding travels to Wisconsin and meets up with TFL Midwest series host Joel Kleefisch to plan future hunting adventures. The guys enlist State goose calling champion Dave Nelson for a prep course on the upcoming waterfowl season. Calling, cooking, and camaraderie rule this must-listen episode!

The response to Jargon releasing this Special Edition Call was so strong, we have decided to release ten more for sale on our website!!! On Friday, July 14, the last ten calls will be released! From the look to the feel to the incredible sound, this call Rings True Freedom! Thank you all so much for the support! This episode is brought to you by Jargon Game Calls, Oakley Sunglasses, Realtree Brand...

Joel Kleefisch joins Chad and crew back in New York as they chase moult migrating Canada Geese. Chad breaks down the episode and how Basswood Lodge owner Nick McNamara knows his stuff when it comes to pursuing these wild Canada geese. This episode is full of nonstop Canada Goose action coming to the call, finishing in the decoys, awesome shooting, superb dog work, and world-class Canada Goose Nach...

Chad breaks down episode two of Benelli’s The Fowl Life airing right now exclusively on The Outdoor Channel. The title is "I Love New York" and this is not a lie! We hunt in upstate New York with Nick McNamara who owns Basswood Lodge. The molt migration for Canada Geese is on and it is a pure blast. Calling at them at a mile high and never stop calling until they are in the hole! Along with the hu...

Chad lays out episode one of Benelli’s The Fowl Life TV airing on The Outdoor Channel. The guys visited Uncle Ted Nugent to record a podcast before heading to Rocky Creek Retrievers to hunt the September Teal Season with Steve Biggers and Terry Denmon of MOJO. The trip was full of me memories of judging the hunts, the dogs, the food, the music, the kinship, and so much more! Check your cable compa...

California Waterfowl Association is doing so much work behind the scenes for duck hunters on a daily basis and we wanted to get caught up on the current events. Scott and Mark made the trek to The Fowl Life Studio to hang out, eat wild game, and have a strong conversation with Chad. From the Klamath Basin to water rights to anti-hunting bills being introduced at the capital to just how strong Cali...

When turkeys get tough tactics must change! That’s when it’s time to pull out the “Fan Favorites Calls” Fowl Life Midwest Host Joel Kleefisch and expert caller Dave Nelson break down stale birds and henned up, hung up toms in this edition of the Fowl Life Midwest series.

Remi is back! One of the leading authorities in big game hunting and a successful podcaster himself, Remi has seen it all and done it all when it comes to the outdoors! From Nevada to California to Montana to Asia to New Zealand to you name it, Remi has trekked across the world ins earth of hunting adventures. Now he has added two new kids to the mix with him and his wife; it is a true family affa...

Brad Arington is back in the studio to join Chad for another duck dog discussion. This time they are joined by Ryan Newmarker and his son Jace! The Newmarkers are avid outdoorsmen and sporting dog owners and lovers! The discussion centers around Jace’s upbringing with homeschooling and hunting as much as a nine-year-old possibly can. Brad worked with Jace in the field on some training techniques a...