The Fowl Life
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Here you'll get to hear from industry leaders, expert waterfowl hunters, professional athletes, and folks that are just as obsessed as you are about waterfowl hunting. You'll find advice on choosing the right gear, learn new hunting strategies, duck calling techniques, how to prepare a wild game and so much more.
The Fowl Life
1d ago
When asked "Who is the best to ever do it? To ever do outdoor TV? To ever engage an audience better than anyone in the outdoor industry? To ever bring pure authenticity to the screen and into hundreds of thousands of homes across the country? Who might this be?" Well, according to Chad, it’s the one and only: Michael Waddell! "Waddy," The Bone Collector, joins Chad once again to talk about the culture of hunting, chasing trophies, social media, politics in a way, city folks and country folks, and everything in between! When Waddy speaks, Chad listens, and we hope you all do too! It’s time to b ..read more
The Fowl Life
6d ago
We have always said that our shooting systems are what give us the needed confidence in the field day in and day out! Ammo is one of the most important components of this system and today we are talking about just that! It’s time for the Black Cloud to cover your target and make it rain! Dan Compton of Federal Premium joins Chad to discuss everything ammunition. From technology to raw materials to patterns to the sub-gauge revolution to ethically harvesting ducks and geese, nothing goes unspoken. This episode is on target and it’s brought to you by Federal Premium Black Cloud, Benelli Shotguns ..read more
The Fowl Life
1w ago
The latest episode of the Midwest Series with Joel Kleefisch is in the house! In this episode, Joel is joined by Buddy Huffaker, President of the Aldo Leopold Foundation. His name adorns landmarks and parks across the Midwest, but you may not know, that the Godfather of modern wildlife conservation, Aldo Leopold was an avid hunter! Joel and Buddy Huffaker break down the disconnect between conservation, environmentalism, and Hunting’s role in keeping the balance. Don’t miss this prime time to capture new hunters, dispel myths, and learn why hunting is the key to thriving wildlife populations ..read more
The Fowl Life
1w ago
Banded has been built on the ideology of making hunting a better overall experience for duck hunters around the world, and the brand has done just that! Christian and Eric are back to talk about everything from their feelings on the 2023-24 season, product designs, keeping brands relevant, and everything in between. 2024 is going to be a huge year for Banded and their new big game product line, Thacha! Hunters can be rest assured that Banded Brands has their back! This episode is brought to you by Banded Brands, Avery Outdoors, Greenhead Gear Decoys, Avery Sporting Dog, Corning Ford, Benelli S ..read more
The Fowl Life
2w ago
Back to Wisconsin, we go! One of the coolest states in the country hands down! It’s time to recap some of our last adventures in Wisconsin and preview some of the trips coming up for fishing and turkey hunting! Joel Kleefisch is back on The Fowl Life to talk everything Wisconsin with Chad! Joel, host of the popular Fowl Life Midwest Podcast is fired up for turkey season. But we can’t forget about our recent trip in 2023 where we experienced everything from cheese curds to fish fries to the Wisconsin Badger Football game to Wando’s Bar in Madison and who could forget meeting Bill Davidson at th ..read more
The Fowl Life
3w ago
When u see this call, then operate this call, you might as well consider it a Mic Drop! Our first JARGON Call drop of 2024 is here and we are so pumped to release the PURPLE HAZE. In the body and sound of the Megaphor, this beautiful call is as legit as a call can be! Remember that we will add some of our drops this year to our standard call line-up and that’s why you will not see an increase in price at all. There are 20 of these Purple Haze Mallard hen calls available beginning today, Wednesday, March 6th! Good luck and thank you for your continuous support! This episode is brought to you by ..read more
The Fowl Life
3w ago
Nashville was a wild time for the 52nd Annual Safari Club International Convention! From the vendors to the seminars to the banquets to the auction to the concerts to the nightlife, this was one for the ages. With all records broken, and all attendees happy, Ben Cassidy joins Chad to talk about the momentum we have coming out of the convention. It’s not all wine and roses though, we still need to stay sharp and remain diligent in our approach to fighting for hunter’s rights around the world and Ben is just the man to lead the charge! We are honored to be part of the SCI family and proud to be ..read more
The Fowl Life
1M ago
In this episode of The Fowl Life Midwest series, our host, Joel Kleefisch, wrangles National Communication Director for Delta Waterfowl, Brad Heidel, and Fowl Life Midwest Pro-Staffer, Jack Klobucar. They break down the future of the Midwest flyway, new trends in weather patterns, new hunters, and changing political winds will affect your time afield! Don't miss another knowledge-packed episode from the Midwest ..read more
The Fowl Life
1M ago
It’s 2024, and we have a big election on the horizon! Politics are important and when most people shy away from a respectful conversation, we find it refreshing to be able to talk politics and not start any sort of argument or altercation! We have a force on the show today as we welcome President Trump’s Co Campaign Manager, Chris LaCivita to the show! Chris is a former marine, wounded in battle, Purple Heart Recipient, and political master strategist! We are honored to have Mr. Chris on the show, and we hope you enjoy the conversation! This episode is brought to you by Safari Club Internation ..read more
The Fowl Life
1M ago
The SCI Convention broke every record once again as it held its 52nd annual gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, in early February! Chad is back with the President and CEO of SCI, Mr. Laird Hamberlin, and he is joined by the President of the SCI Foundation, Mr. Brook Minx. The three of them reminisce on the strongest week in SCI Convention history as well as thinking back on a December 2023 California waterfowl hunt they all got to experience together! There is some smack-talking and a lot of laughs as these guys enjoy the heck out of each other. Whether it’s duck camp or Music City, U.S.A., Saf ..read more