The Upland Rookie Podcast

On this episode I chat with Anna V from Anna V Outdoors We lean more about how Anna fell in love with the uplands and bird dogs and hear talk extensively about her wingshooting journey.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recovery and optimize...

On this episode I chat with Nate Strickler and hear all about his love for the uplands, Vizslas, Iowa Roosters and taking out new hunters and helping them experience all that the uplands have to offer, especially young hunters. Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, sup...

On this episode I sit down and talk Arizona Quail hunting with Doug Davis and learn more about his upland story, past dogs, current dog, and learn more abbot AZ quail hunting.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recovery and optimize nutrient d...

On this episode I sit down and talk Chukar hunting with Travis Warren from the Upchukar podcast. We dive into his story of getting into Chukar hunting, bird dogs and a whole lot more.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recovery and optimize nu...

On this episode I sit down with Josh Ruiter from Trinity Bretons and chat all things EB's, UKC, AKC, American Field and a whole lot more. Dive into breeding and learn more about the program they are running in developing the best EB's possible.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different ac...

On this episode I sit down with Adam Freeman and chat all things field trials. We learn how Adam got started and what he overcame to jump into this adventure. We unpack how we can get into this space and the benefits it offers. We hear all about Adam's dog, Hatch and hear about his upland journey.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-u...

This episode I sit down with the gang from Team Flusher and chat about flushing dogs and hear about their journey hunting in the east.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recovery and optimize nutrient delivery. Check out the entire lineup at E...

On this episode I chat with Ben Brettingin from onX Hunt. We dive into more of Ben's story and his new Pointer, Amos who is set to have a hell of a first season chasing birds. We dive into more about how to use the onX Hunt app efficiently and keep it organized well. We also jump into bird hunting in Montana and hear about Ben's season ahead.    Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this...

On the night before opening day in many parts of the country, I just wanted to take a few moments and share some thoughts on what's ahead. Hope that everyone has a fun and safe season making more memories in the field with friends, family and your favorite bird dogs. Now go put some miles on those boots! 

On this episode I chat with Brandon Moss and learn more about his journey with bird dogs and hunting in Montana. We take a look at the upcoming season and learn about land access in MT as well.    Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recovery and...

On this episode I chat with Anthony Grimaldi and learn more about his upland story and talk Setters, Pointers and a little bit of Brittany's. We get into chatting Blue Grouse hunting as well as hear about what Anthony is looking for in picking out a new bird dog.    Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated...

On this episode I chat with Upland Arizona and dive into AZ quail, an upland vest review sneak peak and unpack the story behind Upland Arizona. Overall, a great time chatting with Tres, Josh and Jimmy!   Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets formulated to fuel different activity levels, support post-exercise recov...

On this episode I chat with my good buddy Scott Stohner of Stohner Pudelpointers in Central Texas. Scott is a great dude, family new to the uplands and just had his first successful breeding of a litter of Pudelpointers. We chat about this incredible and versatile breed and hear about some of the therapy work Scott's dog, Lady does both in and outside of the field.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog...

On today's episode I take a short trip down memory lane and review the four different shotguns I personally own and share some of my honest thoughts with you on my experience with them all. I also announce the Dakota 283 Podcast GIVEAWAY WINNER near the end of this episode.  Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diets f...

On this episode I sit down with Anthony Ferro of Fetching Feathers and Fetching Feathers the Kennel and dive into his method of training and hear about what he has going on over at his kennel. We also get to hear more about his 1yo Cocker, Rowdy and hear a little more of his upland story.    The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm giving away to one lucky win...

On this episode I take a deeper dive into four different hunting boots and share my thoughts on each of them, the pros, cons and some general things I've personally noticed or experienced. One of the most import pieces of gear in my opinion is a good quality pair of hunting boots, I hope this episode serves you well.  The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm g...

On this episode I talk with bird dog enthusiast, Brooke Lanning . Brook runs English Pointers and has an awesome outlook and passion for the uplands, bird dogs, coon dogs and horses. We chat about getting into field trials, a big western upland trip this coming season and a whole lot more.  The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm giving away to one lucky winn...

On this episode I take a look at 8 different tracking and training collars/e-collars and give you my honest, no sponsored review. At the end I'll share my favorite one that I use.  For a more, in depth video review, check out Gun Dog Supply    The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm giving away to one lucky winner a brand new Dakota 283 G3 Medium Kennel (colo...

On this episode I sit down with Clayton from Rogue. Haus and chat all about his hunting season last year. We dive into getting kids in the uplands, shotguns, shorthairs, his kennel and much more. He also talks about getting more, new hunters into the uplands.    The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm giving away to one lucky winner a brand new Dakota 283 G3...

On this episode we chat with Andy Taylor of Steelfork Kennels here in Rush, Colorado. We chat about his training program and what are the steps in making a bird dog. We get to hear more from this pro trainer and learn from his experience in training thousands of dogs.  Related Links: I talked about the benefits of using a Cable Gangz system and thought these two pieces best explain it better than...

On this episode we chat with Greg Cronkhite of Dakota 283 and hear about his South Dakota farm and how he manages it for upland birds. We dive into Dakota 283, how and why Greg started it as well as hear about the newest feature they have come out with, Dakota Guard. We also get to hear about his labs and find out if hunting pheasants in South Dakota with a pointing dog is really possible.  Relate...

On this episode we head to the great state of Wisconsin and talk with Will Jenkins from Try Upland & The Will to Hunt . We dive in and unpack what is Try Upland and hear more about Will's upland bird hunting story and get to know his German Wirehaired Pointer.  The Upland Rookie Podcast Giveaway Details:  If you haven't heard already, I'm giving away to one lucky winner a brand new Dakota 283 G3 M...

On this episode I talk with my good friend, Matt Harrell . We jump into how to gain private land access the right way, hear all about Matt's two veteran GSP's, exposing kids to hunting as well as do a quick recap of our 2021 Snow Goose Hunt... Spoiler alert, snow goose wasn't that good this year.  If you want to learn more about Paxton Gear, check them out online. Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog f...

On this special bonus episode I sit down and talk with my wife, Kirstin and hear what it's like being the spouse of an upland hunter.  If you have a listen question you would like talked about on the show, message me @theuplandrookiepodcast or email me at uplandbritts@gmail.com Thanks to Eukanuba Sporting Dog for sponsoring this podcast. Go beyond protein and fat with a line-up of performance diet...

On this episode I talk with Cliff Enzor from Uplander Lifestyle and hear all about his awesome company and his dogs. We get to head to the north woods and hear more about grouse and woodcock hunting from Cliff's perspective and even get into some of his DIY training.  If you have a listen question you would like talked about on the show, message me @theuplandrookiepodcast or email me at uplandbrit...