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Hosted by Elliott Snider, creator of the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel and former co-host of The Duck Gun Podcast, this podcast covers every aspect of waterfowl hunting.
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- 2 days ago1h 18m
Episode #316 Have We Lost Something in Modern Duck Hunting?
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott sits down with longtime Pacific Flyway duck hunter John Oliver to discuss the changing world of waterfowl hunting, the traditions that shaped the sport, and what it really means to be a successful duck hunter. John shares stories from his childhood growing up around the duck shacks of the Lower Columbia River, learning from his grandfather and a generation of hunters whose experiences stretched back to the early 1900s. From wooden duck boats and traditional hunting equipment to modern technology and satellite imagery, Elliott and John explore how waterfowl hunting has evolved over the decades. The conversation also covers hunting pressure, declining duck populations, social media, instant gratification, the importance of hunting harder, and why today's hunters sometimes measure success differently than previous generations. Along the way, the discussion moves beyond duck hunting into family, faith, changing cultural values, and the experiences that shape who we become. It's a wide-ranging conversation about waterfowl hunting's past, present, and future, and why the experience of hunting means so much more than the number of birds on the strap. North American Waterfowler Podcast Partners OnX Hunt – Mapping, scouting, and navigation tools for hunters.https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Flight Day Ammunition – Premium steel waterfowl ammunition. Use code NAW10 for 10% off.https://flightdayammo.com Slayer Duck Calls – Premium duck calls and the Call of the Wild calling course.https://slayercalls.com Shotty Gear – Waterfowl hunting gear, gun cases, shell pouches, and backpacks. Use code FDH10 for 10% off.https://shottygear.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Heavy-duty dog crates designed for protection and safe transportation. Retay Shotguns – Innovative shotguns built for hunters.https://retayusa.com TideWe – Waders, heated hunting apparel, blinds, and outdoor equipment. Use code NAW18 for 18% off.https://www.tidewe.com Thanks for listening to the North American Waterfowler Podcast! Questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes? Reach out at freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 5 days ago51 min
Episode #315 Does Wind Really Make That Much Difference in Duck Hunting?
How much does wind REALLY affect duck hunting success? We dug into the numbers from 8,406 hunts logged in the North American Waterfowler App, and the results might surprise you! In this episode, Elliott recaps an exhausting Halloween duck hunt that included miserable mosquitoes, a brutal walk through thick vegetation, ducks that refused to finish, and some interesting experiments with spinning-wing decoys. After a long day in the marsh, was the effort worth it? We also dive into three major topics: Wind and Duck Hunting Success — We compare harvest averages across calm, light, strong, and heavy wind conditions. Just how much better is duck hunting when the wind picks up? Scouting New Duck Hunting Areas — Elliott explains his process for scouting unfamiliar public land using onX Hunt, Google Earth, historical satellite imagery, and boots-on-the-ground scouting. When Your Hunting Partners Don't Match Your Effort — What do you do when you're willing to walk farther, scout harder, and make adjustments, but your hunting buddies aren't? Is it time to find new partners or start hunting alone? Plus, a little music, some laughs, and another look into the realities of public land duck hunting. onX Hunthttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesSearch Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates on Amazon. Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comUse code FDH10 for 10% off. Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comUse code NAW10 for 10% off. RETAY USAhttps://retayusa.com Download the North American Waterfowler App on iOS or Android to track your hunts and explore waterfowl hunting statistics. Become a Patreon member for live podcast access, exclusive content, and access to the NAW App:https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Subscribe to Freelance Duck Hunting on YouTube for the full hunting adventures! If you enjoy the North American Waterfowler Podcast, please leave us a rating and review and share the show with your hunting buddies. #DuckHunting #WaterfowlHunting #PublicLandDuckHunting #NorthAmericanWaterfowler #DuckHuntingPodcast #onXHunt SUPPORT OUR PARTNERSJOIN THE COMMUNITY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 0m
Episode #314 From Zero to Obsessed: Discovering Duck Hunting at 31
Is Ohio Really That Bad for Duck Hunting? | NAW Podcast Ep. 313 What's it really like to hunt ducks in Ohio? And what happens when someone discovers waterfowl hunting later in life and becomes completely obsessed? In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott sits down with Patreon member Jordan Virzi, a fourth-year waterfowl hunter from Ohio. Jordan shares how a hunting trip to Missouri introduced him to the sport, the challenges of finding ducks on Ohio public land, and how he's working to become a better hunter through scouting, traveling, and learning from experience. They also discuss the differences between hunting Ohio and Kansas, dealing with hunting pressure, balancing an obsession with duck hunting and family life, and why some of the most memorable hunts have very little to do with how many ducks you shoot. Before the interview, Elliott talks about his upcoming duck hunting camping trip, avoiding opening weekend crowds, and how unusually high water levels have complicated his scouting and hunting plans. PARTNERS OF THE NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PODCAST onX Hunt — Presenting SponsorThe ultimate mapping and scouting tool for waterfowl hunters.https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesProtect your hunting dog with the Mammoth Guardian kennel and roll cage attachment. Shotty GearWaterproof hunting bags, gun cases, backpacks, and more.https://shottygear.comPromo Code: FDH10 — 10% Off Flight Day AmmunitionMaximum Payload Steel ammunition.https://flightdayammo.comPromo Code: NAW10 — 10% Off Slayer CallsPremium duck calls and calling instruction through Call to the Wild.https://slayercalls.com TideWeWaders, hunting blinds, apparel, and outdoor gear.https://www.tidewe.comPromo Code: NAW18 — 18% Off RETAY ShotgunsCheck out the ACE-R lineup and other RETAY shotguns.https://www.retayusa.com CONNECT WITH US Freelance Duck Hunting on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@FreelanceDuckHunting Email: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Thanks for listening to The North American Waterfowler Podcast! Fix the Shotty Gear promo codeClarify the opening weekend reference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 1m
Episode #313 The Unwritten Rules of Public Land Duck Hunting
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I'm taking a look at the first quarter of my 2026 duck season, sharing my personal hunting statistics, and comparing them with the numbers being recorded by hunters across North America. We've now logged 578 hunts in the North American Waterfowler App, and some of the numbers are pretty interesting, especially when it comes to hunter pressure. Is public land really as overcrowded as everyone says it is? I also discuss the frustratingly warm October weather, the lack of cold fronts, and when we can finally expect mosquitoes to disappear. Plus, I share a story from this weekend's Josh Garrels concert in Lawrence, Kansas, and how I first discovered his music. Finally, I get into five ethical considerations every public land duck hunter should think about. From overcrowding and setting up too close to other hunters to sky busting, arriving at the marsh right before shooting time, and leaving trash behind, these are things that can make or break a hunt for everyone. In This Episode: October weather and the upcoming duck migration Josh Garrels concert and the song Revelator Mosquitoes and the temperatures that slow them down My first 11 hunts of the 2026 season Global hunting statistics from 578 logged hunts Hunter pressure: perception versus reality Wounded ducks, shot selection, and ethical responsibility Five unwritten rules of public land duck hunting Track your hunts, harvests, shooting percentages, hunter pressure, hunt satisfaction, and more. https://thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com Available on iOS and Android for $4.99/month. Access is also included with the $5 Patreon membership. onX Hunt — Presenting Sponsorhttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay Shotgunshttps://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck Callshttps://www.slayercalls.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesAvailable on Amazon — Search Mammoth Guardian Dog Crate Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comPromo Code: NAW10 — 10% Off Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comPromo Code: FDH10 TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comPromo Code: NAW18 Join us on Patreon for live podcast recordings, exclusive content, and access to the North American Waterfowler App. https://www.patreon.com/naw If you enjoy the podcast, please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. It really helps the show reach more waterfowl hunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago53 min
Episode #312 Why Good Duck Hunters Suddenly Can't Hit Anything W/ Jordan Fromer
Contact Elliott: Freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: Patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PODCAST PARTNERS onX Hunt – Presenting Sponsorhttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/appGPS hunting maps, property boundaries, scouting tools, and offline navigation. Retay Shotgunshttps://www.retayusa.comInnovative, reliable shotguns built for hunters. Slayer Duck Callshttps://www.slayercalls.comPremium duck and goose calls for waterfowl hunters. Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesHeavy-duty dog crates designed for protection and safe transportation.Available through Mammoth Pet Products on Amazon.No promo code. Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comPremium steel and bismuth waterfowl ammunition.Use promo code NAW10. Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comWaterproof hunting gear, shell pouches, gun cases, and accessories.Use promo code FDH10. TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comHunting waders, clothing, blinds, and outdoor equipment.Use promo code NAW18. A great duck hunt can turn into a frustrating one when your shooting goes sideways. Jordan Fromer joins Elliott for an honest conversation about working through a shooting slump, why the 20-gauge has become his go-to, and what it’s really like to make a living in the waterfowl world. They get into the tradeoffs between 12-, 20- and 28-gauge shotguns and the .410, including why disciplined shot selection matters. Jordan shares practical ways to rebuild muscle memory and confidence in the field, while Elliott talks about the mental side of shooting—and how hunting in a big group can make it harder to know what’s working. They also discuss how OnX changed scouting and navigation, the demands of full-time outdoor content creation, and the gear they’ve been using this season. Along the way, they swap stories from recent hunts, including tough walks, high winds, and the pull of traveling to find birds. If you’re a waterfowler interested in better shooting, thoughtful gear choices, and the realities of a season spent chasing ducks, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 17m
Episode #311 Duck Camp Conversations: Live from the Wall Tent
Duck Camp Conversations: Live from the Wall Tent Three days of duck hunting, good friends, and plenty of stories from duck camp! In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, we're doing things a little differently. Instead of recording from the usual studio, we're sitting down inside our wall tent during a three-day duck hunting trip. We talk about our time in the field, the hunting, the challenges, and everything that makes spending a few days at duck camp so enjoyable. There's nothing quite like getting together with fellow waterfowlers after a day in the marsh to talk ducks, tell stories, and enjoy the experience. Pull up a chair and join us for a conversation straight from duck camp! Support the North American Waterfowler Podcast A huge thank you to our partners who help make this podcast possible! Presenting Sponsor – onX HuntPlan your hunts, scout new locations, and navigate the outdoors with confidence.https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay ShotgunsInnovative shotguns built for serious waterfowl hunters.https://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck CallsPremium duck calls designed for waterfowl hunters.https://www.slayercalls.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesPremium protection for your hunting partner. Flight Day AmmunitionAmmunition built for waterfowl hunters.Use code NAW at checkout. Shotty GearGear and apparel for the waterfowling lifestyle.Use code FDH10 at checkout. Join the North American Waterfowler Community Become a member and enjoy exclusive content, live podcast recordings, giveaways, and more! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting North American Waterfowler App:https://www.thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the marsh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 6m
Episode #310 Mastering Duck Calling: When to Call, When to Shut Up
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I'm joined by returning guest Scott Vix, a longtime California waterfowler, former California State Duck Calling Champion, and three-time regional calling champion. Scott brings decades of experience to a conversation about the art of duck calling and what it really takes to consistently work and finish ducks. We discuss some of the biggest mistakes duck hunters make with their calls, how to read birds and adjust your calling strategies, when to get aggressive versus when to back off, and how to convince reluctant ducks to finish in the decoys. We also explore calling with multiple hunters, the differences between competitive calling styles, and how to choose the right duck call. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced duck hunter, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you become a more effective caller. SUPPORT THE PODCAST & GET BONUS CONTENT Join us on Patreon for live podcast recordings, exclusive content, and more! https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting OUR PARTNERS onX Hunt – Proud sponsor of the North American Waterfowler Podcast. https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay Shotguns – Innovative shotguns built for hunters. https://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck Calls – Premium duck calls for serious waterfowl hunters. https://www.slayercalls.com TideWe – Hunting blinds, waders, and outdoor gear. https://www.tidewe.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Premium protection for your hunting dog. Flight Day Ammunition – Ammunition for waterfowl hunters. Use code NAW Shotty Gear – Waterfowl hunting apparel and gear. Use code FDH10 FOLLOW & CONNECT YouTube: Freelance Duck Hunting Podcast: North American Waterfowler Email: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com #DuckHunting #DuckCalling #WaterfowlHunting #DuckHuntingPodcast #NorthAmericanWaterfowler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 8, 20261h 4m
Episode #309 How Duck Hunting Changed His Life | Hunter Flanders
Contact Elliott: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting On this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I’m joined by Hunter Flanders, Director of Marketing for Retay Shotguns. This isn’t an infomercial. We spend most of the episode getting to know Hunter and the path that eventually led him into the outdoor industry. Hunter grew up in Wisconsin as a serious athlete and went on to play college basketball before transitioning away from sports and diving headfirst into hunting and the outdoors. We talk about growing up in Wisconsin, his family’s 200-year-old farm, hunting with his brothers, training his first retriever, the impact hunting had on him during some major changes in his life, and how he eventually turned his passion for the outdoors into a career. We also get into his years working in outdoor television, his transition into marketing, how he eventually landed at Retay, the evolution of Retay shotguns, the Ace and Ace R, and why whitetail hunting still ranks at the top of his list. A great conversation about hunting, family, dogs, careers, and building a life around the outdoors. NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PARTNERS Retay Shotgunshttps://retayusa.com Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comCode: NAW10 for 10% off Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comCode: FDH10 for 10% off Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comCode: NAW18 for 18% off WATCH THE PODCAST LIVE Become a Patreon member and watch North American Waterfowler episodes recorded live:https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting One thing I caught from your intro: you said NAW10 for Flight Day and NAW18 for TideWe, so I used those current codes rather than the older NAW/other versions we’ve had in past partner info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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