Upland Legacy Podcast

On this episode, Scott and I talk with Chris Ingram. Chris is a Photographer, videographer and the Owner and creator of Featherwind-Creative, as well as a passionate sportsman and Steward of the outdoors. Featherwind-Creative is a complete digital media service that among many other things such as weddings and life moments, Chris uses to capture the essence of the outdoors, the upland community and serves as his legacy. Chris is dedicated to keeping this sport alive with his continued work to highlight the R3 movement with New England Upland, and NAVHDA International. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast and leave us a review on I-Tunes Go checkout Featherwind-Creative for your next upland or life event http://www.featherwindcreative.com  

On this episode Scott and I provide some upland Banter as we recap our first two weeks of Grouse and Woodcock hunting here in Michigan. We share tips on bird cover, the ups and downs of life as an Uplander, and that coveted moment when everything comes together. We will also discuss the pressures and struggles of being a new upland hunter as we share some of our laughable stories from our upland Journey. Don't forget to like the podcast on social media, subscribe on your preferred platform, and leave us a review. https://www.facebook.com/uplandlegacypodcast https://www.uplandstore.org/category-s/172.htm?fbclid=IwAR3VxqLs-9UdnmOJpPzbhxH4C5t_hYcxDbv2aPGbMXrft-eQ06cpPvRRe1c @upland_Legacy on Instgram

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with Kyle Lindey. Owner and creator of Uplander Pro. We talk conservation efforts in the Grouse home state of PA, Kyle shares his upland story, and shares what it's like to hunt the King behind a Lab. Uplander Pro is a one-stop-shop company committed to providing customers with all of their upland needs in one place. Complete with advice, suggestions, and guidance to the right gear from Kyle himself. To find what you need this season and beyond visit www.uplanderpro.com Don’t forget to like and subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast and leave us a review on I-Tunes. While you're at it, follow @uplanderpro on instagram as well.

On this episode, my wife Laura and I sit down to talk with Scottie Leach, founder of R3 Upland, an organization committed to the R3 movement. Scottie is an advocate for public land access, getting women into the uplands and focusing our recruitment efforts on the millennial generation in attempt to keep this sport alive. For more information on R3 Upland, you can visit https://www.facebook.com/r3upland/ If you're interested in becoming an R3 mentor, you can email Scottie at: ohio_upland@yahoo.com Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with Cliff Enzor. Owner and creator of Uplander Lifestyle, a small company committed to creating a lifestyle for like minded individuals who truly live for chasing the flush. Cliff is a strong advocate for public land access, and conservation efforts. Being so, he's set-up a donation partnership with his company that gives 2% of every purchase from his store to the conservation organization of your choice. For more information on Chasing the Flush with Uplander Lifestyle gear check out https://uplanderlifestyle.com/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with my long-time family friends Scott and Marta Walsh. Scott and Marta are firefighter paramedics in the metro Detroit area with a passion for keeping the upland hunting traditions alive and well. Today we hear the story of the Dog that started it all for me and my family as we highlight the Walshes' love for adopting bird dogs and how they have built their pack of four. We also discuss some first time bird dog training tips, as we cover the Walshes' unique upland journey, and the legacy they would like to leave on their upland community. We would like to dedicate this Episode to "The Bearded Lady" Houdini For more information on adopting bird dogs check out Southeast Michigan Bird dog rescue at https://www.facebook.com/Semibirddogrescue/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast  

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with Ben Beaman of Pheasants Forever. Ben is the coordinating wildlife biologist for Michigan, an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. Ben shares his journey to his career in upland conservation, as well as his many hunting opportunities he has been afforded along the way. We highlight current and future conservation efforts that Ben is planning for Michigan, as well as how we can access lands with wild Pheasant, and how we can aid in the Pheasants restoration efforts not just in Michigan but across the country. Most importantly we find out what legacy Ben would like to leave behind on the upland community. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast. You can contact us at uplandlegacypodcast@gmail.com Check out the Adopt-A-Game area program http://www.michiganpheasantsforever.org/aagap/ Don’t forget to check out the rest of our Legacy lineup! Sunflowerlo www.instagram.com/sunflowerloetsy/ Reel Legacy charterfishingwalleye.com/

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with Brent Pike. Brent is and avid outdoorsman and conservationist with a particular love for the uplands. Brent has some great stories and has hunted multiple species behind his numerous dogs along his upland journey. We highlight how Brent got his start in the uplands, his passions within the sport,  as well as conservation efforts we think need to change, and how the tone of this sport is crucial to new hunter recruitment. We also share with you Brents new line of Upland clothing PYKE Gear, and why you're going to want his products in your arsenal this season. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast Check out PYKE Gear at www.pykegear.com, Facebook @PYKEgear and Instagram @pykegear Don't forget to check out the rest of our lineup! Sunflowerlo www.instagram.com/sunflowerloetsy/ Reel Legacy charterfishingwalleye.com/  

On this episode, Scott and I sit down to talk with a new friend of ours Fred Vandenheuvel. Fred is an Upland Nomad of sorts and has been blessed with some great chances to hunt in many places along his upland journey. On this episode, we talk about Grouse and Woodcock hunting in Pennsylvania, to West Virginia, and why he thinks Michigan just might be the best. We also discuss dogs, gear and the legacy Fred would like to leave on the upland community. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform, and follow us on social media @upland_legacy or on Facebook @uplandlegacypodcast As always send your feedback or future interview suggestions to uplandlegacypodcast@gmail.com

On this episode, my co-host Scott joins me to talk with a friend of mine, Jon Danaher. Jon is an avid upland and waterfowl hunter with an unwavering drive and passion for the sport. On this episode, we talk about the birds, the dogs, and what it takes to hunt the Northwoods for Grouse and Woodcock. We also discuss the legacy Jon would like to leave on the upland community and we find out the "mystery" of just what Snipe hunting really is.

In our inaugural episode we sit down with my co-host Scott Cleland. Scott is an avid upland hunter, angler, and entrepreneur. We find out where he started his upland journey, and how he got to where he is. Along the way we cover stories of his first bird dog, to his now breed of choice, as well as pheasant hunting back in when there were many a Pheasant in the uplands vs today, and current efforts in the works to increase pheasant habitat and hunter retention. Lastly as will become tradition with our guests, we discuss the legacy Scott wants to leave behind to keep this American tradition alive.