Episode 117: Brandt Didden Living the #vanlife and chasing the stoke, Brandt Didden is a man on a mission. Having become obsessed with Snowcock hunting, he spent multiple trips this year trying to strategize and find success in the toughest unit you can hunt.  Hear all about his many adventures in just the last two months that will make you envious: Spearfishing for Tuna, Flyfishing for Salmon in Alaska, chasing California Quail down in Baja, a Cast and Blast trip to Idaho and of course, spending 10 days in the mountains of Nevada with our good buddy, Garhart Stephenson Presented by: Fina ..read more

Episode 116: Mark Rusin Mark is a big wall climber, lobster diver and all-around outdoor focused individual. Living in Ojai, CA you wouldn't think "Chukar Hunter", but he is just that.  Mark was on a roadtrip, northbound along the Eastern Sierras and we were able to connect for a couple of days chasing Chukar in some of my favorite places. Having never experienced hunting over pointing dogs, it was a exciting opportunity to show it what all the rage is about. Join me this week as Mark and I discuss:  Similarities between Chukar Hunting and Lobster Diving, Climbing the nose of El Cap ..read more

Episode 115: Lauren Stamm Presented by: Final Rise Lauren is the Southwest Regional Representative for Quail Forever. She also sits on the board for the Southern Nevada Quail Forever chapter. Her work both regionally and locally is helping to grow awareness to the upland bird population through research and ourtreach efforts.  Learn more about upland hunting in southern Nevada in this episode.  Connect with Lauren @lstamm@pheasantsforever.org ____________________________________________ If you enjoy the podcast please go and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts __________________________ ..read more

-Episode 114: Nevada Chukar Forecast 2023/24 with Nevada Department of Wildlife Upland Game Bird Specialist Justin Small Presented by: Final Rise- Premium Upland Vests Here it is, your comprehensive breakdown of the 23/24 Nevada Chukar Forecast.  This is your one- stop-shop for the best understanding of the numbers mean, where to go and what to look for when hunting Chukar in Nevada this year. hint hint- Its great news! Connect with Justin @ Justin.Small@NDOW.Org ____________________________________________ If you enjoy the podcast please go and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts __________ ..read more

This is my hot take on the upcoming 23/23 Chukar Season, Himalyan Snowcock hunt, Mountain, What the weather means for Chukar season and the 2023 Chukar Chasers Foundation Youth Hunt- signs up open Presented by: Final Rise    If you enjoy the show please leave a rating/ review on Apple Podcasts       ..read more

030Episode 112: Jared Oakleaf Presented by Final Rise Wyoming may not register as a hot spot for Chukar hunting. I'd say, the locals prefer it that way.  Generally, when Chukar hunting gets good (Dec, Jan, Feb) most people shift their thoughts to milder temperatures. Wyoming is a wild place, and the residents have to be a little wild as well. Jared grew up in Lander, Wyoming. He now works for the Bureau of Land Management and now helps manage the public resources he grew up exploring. From Chukar, Huns, Sage Grouse and mountains Grouse, Jared and his Setter, Rhiza , are never without an a ..read more

Episode 111: Jake McCraken - Table Rock Kennels Presented by: Final Rise - Premium Upland Vests Situated in Boise Idaho, Jake McCraken is the owner/ operator of Table Rock Kennels. Specializing in German Shorthaired Pointers, built for Chukar country, Jake knows what to look for when it comes to breeding, genetics and versatility. To say Jake has been dedicated to the GSP breed for most his life, is an understatement. As you'll learn from this episode, Jake's familial association with the breed strecthes back to Germany itself.  Join me this week as Jake and I discuss: German Shorthaired ..read more

Episode 110: Derrick Volp Presented by: Final Rise If you remember back to Episode 93, Derrick Volp joined me for a "before and after the hunt" podcast. It was Derrick's first outing with his Griffon, Gads. I promised a follow up to recap the entire season. Well here it is.  Join me this week as Derrick and I cover a variety of topics to include; Things to do to reduce the main of the early season, using a Whoa post, force fetching his dog, sounding like a sext female Turkey and much, much more. _____________________________________________ If you enjoy the podcast please go and leave a r ..read more

Episode 109: Cliff Hawkins Presented by: Final Rise Do you still have Mountain Quail on your list of Quail species to hunt? Well, if you do, this episode is geared to help focus your search and increase your chances of success. Cliff Hawkins is situated in prime Mountain Quail country and has compiled his knowledge and experience into a short format book called "Hunting Mountain Quail in the Western Cascades of Oregon". His book is available as a resource for those looking to venture out and chase these mountain treasures. Join me this week as Cliff and I do our best to help those of you on th ..read more

Episode 108: Barratt Gorshe Its been two years since I've sat down with Barratt Gorshe. Quite alot has changed since then.... Now the owner/operator of Homefield Dog Training, specializing in gun dog training and breeding/development of quality English Setters.  In this episode Barratt and I discuss puppy training, his summer traininig program, what makes an English Setter desirable for a Chukar hunter.... and much, much more.   To learn more about Homefield Dog Training and their Summer Program _____________________________________________ If you enjoy the podcast please go and leav ..read more