Podcasts about duck stamp

Steven Rinella talks with Karen Waldrop, Ryan Callaghan, Randall Williams, Brody Henderson, Cory Calkins, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Everyone’s pintails; harvest information program; duck energy days; complicated waterfowl regulations; draining wetlands; the amount of Ducks Unlimited work done north of the border; a reminder that waterfowl migrate; the Duck Stamp; wetland before golf course; Waters of the United States; the important-for-ducks-zone; if you don't want to clean it, don't shoot it; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Doug talks about losing your phone. Doug and the listeners share stories on losing their phones on various trips in the outdoors. You don't want to miss this. Plus, an update on the St. Jude Golf Tour. Feel the love as Doug's audience share the love by contributing to a good cause. What's that cause? Well, be sure to tune in to find out. Caller Rice Bice and Doug gives advice on how to populate your land with deer for hunting year after year. This is some amazing stuff. Do you hunt by size or by antlers? Or do you just shot anything just because you have a deer lease? Find out what Doug has to say about which is best. Want to open a can of worms? You guessed it talk about the best dog for hunting. Our listeners chime in on all the pros/cons of some of the breeds. Other topics covered: Duck Stamp, Speckle trout season. Barbless hooks and using A.I.technology on your golf swing.

After a behind-the-scenes tour of their shot shell manufacturing facility in East Alton, Illinois, Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with Nate Robinson, Ben Frank, and Grant Jeremiah from Winchester Ammunition to discuss how a long-standing passion for waterfowl hunting has helped Winchester become the most trusted name in waterfowl ammunition. From Dry-Lok to Blindside and new waterfowl loads such as Bismuth and Last Call TSS, the group discusses the innovation behind these products, their commitment to quality, and the design and testing that makes them the best in the business: Winchester Ammunition – the official ammunition of Ducks Unlimited and our proud partner in conservation.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Uncle Si is bursting with joy over America's decision to elect Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States, but he's got a serious challenge for Congress and Mr. President now that they've won. Phillip encourages people who are happy with the election's outcome to show kindness and humility to those who aren't, and Martin urges people to keep trying to have civil and considerate discourse, especially with those on the other side of the aisle. John-David is happy to have a fellow J.D. in the White House! Duck Call Room episode #396 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and become a part of the nation's most impactful conservation program today! https://nutrafol.com/men — Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you use the promo code DUCK. https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the standard size MyPillow only $14.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si ranks his nephews and there's a surprising tie for the number one spot! Martin cringes while recalling the uncomfortable “Duck Dynasty” episode about his first date, and John-David has a serious bone to pick with people who review Wal-Mart products. Phillip relives a physically painful plane trip with Phil and Si, and a suggestive old commercial featuring Joe Namath has been cracking Si up since the 70s. Duck Call Room episode #395 is sponsored by: https://drinkag1.com/duck — Get a free gift with your first subscription plus the Welcome Kit with Vitamin D3+K2! https://www.factormeals.com/duck50 — Get 50% off right now when you use code duck50! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and become a part of the nation's most impactful conservation program today! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Matt Harrison sits down with waterfowl legend Jim Ronquest. With over 50 years of experience, Ronquest offers valuable hunting tips, personal stories from the field, and insights on elevating your waterfowl hunting game. He also reflects on his deep passion for conservation and the future of waterfowl habitats. Whether you're new to hunting or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with knowledge and inspiration from one of the best in the industry.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

Steven Rinella talks with Chuck Black, Emily Lian, Danielle Prewett, Kelsey Rae Morris, Brent Reaves, Max Barta, Corinne Schneider, and Phil Taylor. Topics discussed: Phelps' Cutting the Distance episode with Luke Combs; Brent Reaves straight off the World Squirrel Cookout; the Arizona raffle; MeatEater and Sig Sauer's new collab ammo; MeatEater's Wild + Whole cookbook by Danielle Prewett; pheasant feet; the Junior Duck Stamp competition; winning the Federal Duck Stamp competition as the highest honor for an artist; the five birds you can paint; surpassing the $1 billion dollar mark since the Federal Duck Stamp Program began; when art means conservation storytelling; studying the Fibonacci Sequence; collecting stamps; starting with pet portraits; the carrier image; waiting for the hen to arrive; and more.  Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YoutubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman discuss the expanding results from a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources fawn study in the southern part of the state, plus some big bulls taken during the state's elk hunting season. Then Adam Grimm, the newest winner of the federal duck stamp, joins the show from his home […] The post Episode 508 – Fawn study, duck stamp winner, Stan Tekiela on migration, Wisconsin black bear attack appeared first on Outdoor News.

Uncle Si is surprised to hear how Lauren Daigle acted with the death row inmates of Angola State Prison, and Martin and Godwin offer encouragement to the people in Tennessee and North Carolina who are going through “hell on earth.” John-David recounts his stint behind bars and the amazing opportunity he almost missed out on. Si gives another veteran his hard-earned wisdom about transitioning from life in the military to life as a civilian. Duck Call Room episode #386 is sponsored by: https://drinkag1.com/duck — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first subscription! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://betterdebtnow.com/duck — Get a FREE consultation and settle your debt faster and easier than you thought possible! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si is euphoric as he wins a fifteen year argument with nephew Jase Robertson, and Martin has the most enjoyable day with the Robertsons that he's had in a long time. Stone spills the beans about a hostage situation and police showdown between some of Phil's wilder neighbors, and Phillip counts himself out of the dangerous upcoming alligator trapping trip. Si and Stone agree there's one thing someone must have if they wanna join the Robertson clan. Duck Call Room episode #385 is sponsored by: https://www.factormeals.com/duck50 — Get 50% off right now when you use code duck50! Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.com/duck https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the standard size MyPillow only $14.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Korie regales Uncle Si with the tale of her weekend spent with an unsanitary house guest that her sons eventually rescued her from after a grisly discovery. John-David suspects Willie might have set the whole thing up, and Martin is proud of Korie for correctly identifying the clues left by the perpetrator. Branden Terrell, founder of Elev8 Recovery Solutions and former inmate at San Quentin, opens up about his life of drugs, darkness, and murder, as well as the surprising encounter with a hardened killer that helped him find the road to Jesus. Branden, Korie, and Si are awed by the amazing work the Lord is doing behind the bars of America's prison system. Duck Call Room episode #384 is sponsored by: https://tecovas.com/duck — Get 10% off handcrafted Tecovas boots when you sign up for email & texts. https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://nutrafol.com/men — Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you use the promo code DUCK. https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the premium queen size MyPillow for only $19.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Ducks Limited podcast, host Matt Harrison welcomes co-host Dr. Mike Brasher and special guest Edward Wall, a professional photographer and owner of Wall Media. Ed shares his journey from a hobbyist taking pictures of his dog and duck hunting to building a successful photography business over the past 10-12 years. He reflects on the learning curve he experienced, mentioning the many bad photos he took early on and the occasional good ones that inspired him to keep going. The conversation highlights Ed's passion for photography and his dedication to capturing moments and showcasing the evolution of his craft. Tune in for insights into the world of photography and the stories behind the lens!www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Uncle Si has a lot in common with his new sister in Christ, Martin's wife, Brittany. Brittany opens up about some parts of her life's journey that led her to the baptistry recently, and Si insists he knew that she was the one for Martin the first time they met. Martin once performed a possum relocation wearing nothing but his hospital briefs after a very personal surgery, and John-David is both proud and exhausted by his son's school antics. Si is reminded of his own delicate surgery during which he went feral on the orderlies, though the anesthesia wiped his memory.  Duck Call Room episode #383 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! The new gold standard is here. Get started today at https://robinhood.com/gold https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the premium queen size MyPillow for only $19.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si returns from California with a fresh perspective on freedom and forgiveness after visiting San Quentin Rehabilitation Center where he was treated like a rock star! Martin realizes his complaints about a poor teal season pale in comparison to the prisoners Si met who will never be free. Phillip reveals his secret talent as a hibachi chef and John-David is immediately intrigued. The boys debate the wisdom of a group of scientists attempting to revive a wooly mammoth using fossilized DNA. Check out @godbehindbars here: https://www.godbehindbars.com/ Duck Call Room episode #382 is sponsored by: https://betterdebtnow.com/duck — Get a FREE consultation and settle your debt faster and easier than you thought possible! https://pestie.com/duck — Get an extra 10% off your order when you use code DUCK! https://drinkag1.com/duck — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first subscription! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si might have to get his band, The Sicotics, back together if John-David's son is as good at keyboard as they say! Martin is miffed that John-David's wife, Alyson, showed up to the studio without a hot, homemade pizza, and John-David's loathing for performing his civil duty inspires a good old-fashioned Si rant. Si makes a prediction for Jase's upcoming court date, and the boys agree that real men actually do cry. Duck Call Room episode #381 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://shopmando.com — New customers get $5 off a Starter Pack with our code DUCK! https://www.factormeals.com/duck50 — Get 50% off right now when you use code duck50! https://rocketmoney.com/duck — Cancel unwanted subscriptions with Rocket Money. The average person saves up to $720 a year! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si loves that Theo Von and Post Malone are fans of his, though the meaning of being called a “gangster” has changed during Si's time. Martin takes his sons on their first hunt and is overwhelmed with joy about the good times they'll have together in the future. John-David considers acquiring an odd new pet, and Stone gives a detailed breakdown of the best way to cook wild waterfowl. Duck Call Room episode #380 is sponsored by: https://www.hillsdale.edu/duck — Take a FREE Hillsdale College course right now. Choose from more than 40 no-cost online classes! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://yallsweettea.com — Get 10% off your order today when you use promo code DUCK at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si gets the skinny on why filming the dodgeball episode of “Duck Dynasty” was the worst shoot ever, and Martin introduces fellow dodgeballer and Duck Commander-adjacent employee Chad Creel. Chad shares an embarrassing memory of the moment John-David's teeth just started falling out at dinner, and John-David accuses Chad of trying to give hugs in a no-hug zone. Martin gets real about his lessons in fatherhood, Si wonders if anyone still lives in his signature series of mobile homes, and Chad bore witness to Si's horse racetrack gaff that nearly got him kicked out of the place altogether.  Duck Call Room episode #379 is sponsored by: https://helixsleep.com/duck — Get 25% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows! https://www.buyraycon.com/duck — Get 15% off and free shipping when you shop today! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si has witnessed incredible natural wonders in his lifetime and the ones that occur regularly on his hunting property get chalked up to the paranormal. Godwin lets his wife go first on their hunting trips, but it's not the act of chivalry that it seems to be. John-David ponders the events he'd miss if he woke up in the year 2075 and Martin has a good idea of what would happen if the tables were turned and humans weren't at the top of the food chain anymore. Si is resigned to his role as The Duck Commander's sidekick. Duck Call Room episode #378 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://drinkag1.com/duck — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first subscription! Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at https://www.stamps.com/duck - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si is ready for a revival after reading his Bible and pondering the personality of Jesus as a man and Justin Martin's wife made a decision recently that has changed their future forever. John-David defends the Apostle “Doubting Thomas” with evidence of other times that Thomas was more gung-ho than he's remembered. Phillip tries to keep up with Si's rapid-fire preaching and Martin gets an urgent call about fraudulent activity on Si's bank account again! Duck Call Room episode #377 is sponsored by: https://www.factormeals.com/duck50 — Get 50% off right now when you use code duck50! https://nutrafol.com/men — Get $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you use the promo code DUCK. https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Black, the 2023 Federal Duck Stamp Competition winner and wildlife artist, joins the Ducks Unlimited podcast to discuss his busy year and upcoming events. Chuck talks about the competition, his duties, and the transition to selling prints after the first day of sales. Tune in to hear about Chuck's experiences as the Federal Duck Stamp winner and his upcoming plans in the world of wildlife art.www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Uncle Si's home recently got a loud, patriotic makeover that made the headlines and the haters came out of the woodwork, of course! Martin's twins stop in to say hello and his wife, Brittany, confesses that his potential as a father warmed her heart early in their relationship. John-David puts another shoplifter on blast, but this time there's no way he wants the merch back after where it's been. Si contemplates how he'd do as a president, unloads on a proposed new tax, and thinks a redo of the Boston Tea Party is right up his alley! Duck Call Room episode #367 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://rocketmoney.com/duck — Cancel unwanted subscriptions with Rocket Money. The average person saves up to $720 a year! https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the premium queen size MyPillow for only $19.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With 300 American Legion bikers showing up at Duck Commander to support military veterans' mental health awareness, Uncle Si makes an impassioned plea to his brothers-in-arms who are struggling to seek the help they need. Martin invites 11-year-old Finley to give the lowdown on what school is like these days and John-David admits that he's already had a parent-teacher meeting over an amusing misunderstanding with his oldest son. Phillip and Si salute motorcycle police, especially after they saw one shake off a terrifying accident. The boys wonder if kangaroo would taste better or worse than lamb chops?  Duck Call Room episode #375 is sponsored by: https://helixsleep.com/duck — Get 25% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si gets a peek behind the Hollywood curtain with award-winning actor, producer, and movie star Dennis Quaid. Si and Dennis bond over their shared love of Ronald Reagan and the American dream. Martin invites Dennis to come hunting this fall and Godwin comes up with a plan that combines hunting with ending a nuclear war. Dennis gets excited hearing Rucker's opinion on their favorite movie he's starred in. Duck Call Room episode #374 is sponsored by: https://drinkag1.com/duck — Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 & 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first subscription! https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://www.mypillow.com/duck — Get huge discounts on all MyPillow products, including the premium queen size MyPillow for only $19.98! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uncle Si meets world champion and bronze medal-winning Olympic gymnast Brody Malone and his family. John-David immediately challenges him to a handstand contest and Martin wonders about the faith community among high level athletes. Godwin relates his own experiences competing in motocross and Brody's father JD reveals the reason he wore a hat with the Gospel symbols during the televised gymnastics finals in Paris. Brody and the boys bond over their shared love of Jesus, duck hunting, and the outdoors. Duck Call Room episode #373 is sponsored by: https://duckstamp.com — Purchase your own Duck Stamp and help conserve wildlife habitats today! https://pestie.com/duck — Get an extra 10% off your order when you use code DUCK! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fred is joined in this week's lead story for the Sportsmen's Voice Roundup by CSF's Assistant Manager for the Southwestern States, Barry Snell. Barry and Fred talk about ‘the Alamo for sportsmen in America' - the proposed cat hunting ban in Colorado, and how citizens from around the country can get involved and help fight the fight.    Then, dive in with Fred as he covers all the news that's fit to print for sportsmen around the nation, including a North Atlantic Right Whale conservation update, proposed excise tax on ammo in Nebraska, New Hampshire updates electronic Duck Stamp regulations, and a successful NCSL reception held in Kentucky!   Takeaways Get Involved To Save Cat Hunting In Colorado: Regulated hunting in Colorado is under attack. This November, Coloradans will be voting on a ballot measure that—if passed—would prohibit the hunting of mountain lions and bobcats across the state. Learn more at: https://wildlifedeservebetter.com Protecting Sportsmen's Interests in Ballot Initiatives and Referenda – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation A New Direction For Right Whale Conservation: Explore the Manchin/Graham “Protecting Whales, Human Safety And The Economy Act”, a proposed piece of legislation that would shift the conversation on North Atlantic Right Whale conservation.  New Hampshire Duck Stamp Update: Governor's Caucus Chair Chris Sununu signed a piece of legislation updating NH duck stamp regulations to be in line with the federal government. Electronic Duck Stamps – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Proposed Excise Tax on Ammo in NE: Special session to address a proposed 5% “sin tax” on ammunition purchases in Nebraska. American System of Conservation Funding – Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation Donate To Keep Proposed Initiative 91 Off the Ballot In Colorado!: https://wildlifedeservebetter.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us in an engaging conversation with Rebekah Knight, a renowned wildlife artist from Deepwater, Missouri. Rebekah shares her artistic journey, beginning with her early love for drawing animals and her breakthrough at the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Contest. She discusses her growth as an artist, her experiences participating in a wildlife documentary, and her adventures photographing wildlife in diverse locations from Alaska to Africa. Rebekah also opens up about the challenges and criticisms she faces as a hunter and artist, providing insights into her creative process and the balance between her art and personal life. Don't miss this captivating discussion with a passionate artist dedicated to capturing the beauty of wildlife in her realistic and representational paintings.

In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with two duck gurus, Mike Szymanski, Department migratory game bird management supervisor, and Rick Warhurst, wetland biologist with North Dakota Natural Resources Trust, about the incredible role wetlands play in supporting ducks and other wildlife and what we can all do to conserve these vital ecosystems.

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke interviews Lyndee Zeller, the festival director for the Easton Waterfowl Festival. They discuss what makes the Easton Waterfowl Festival unique compared to other festivals of its kind. Zeller highlights the small-town charm and rich heritage of the Eastern Shore, bringing together the traditions of watermen, culture, and sporting. The festival, which has been running for 52 years, stays true to its conservation mission while showcasing Eastern Shore art, food, and sporting activities. Listeners get a taste of the area's delicacies such as oysters and crabs, as well as enjoy calling contests, decoys, antiques, and artifacts.www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

On this special bonus episode of the Ducks Unlimited Podcast, host Katie Burke checks in with Sam Soholt as he hikes 100 miles in the Prairie Pothole region to raise money to buy Federal Ducks Stamps. Sam is the co-owner of Public Land Tees and created this fundraiser, Stamp It Forward, 5 years ago. In an effort to, reach 100,000 dollars to buy 4,000 duck stamps he decided to hike 100 miles in 3 days. The DU Podcast catches up with Sam on Day 1 at mile 23 of his adventure. You can help support Sam and the Stamp It Forward team by donating at...www.publiclandtees.com/duckruckwww.ducks.org/DUPodcast

In this episode of the Ducks Unlimited podcast, host Katie Burke introduces two special guests, artists Kira Sabin and Adam Grimm, who discuss the upcoming federal Duck Stamp competition. Adam, a two-time Duck Stamp winner, and Kira, an enthusiastic artist who shares her duck stamp journey with her social media followers. Both discuss their different paths toward the same goal -- winning the Federal Duck Stamp Contest. Tune in to learn more about their experiences and insights into the world of Duck Stamps. www.ducks.org/DUPodcastwww.fws.gov/service/buy-duck-stamp-or-e-stamp

Host Bob St.Pierre is joined by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Project Leader Scott Glup, PF & QF Director of Conservation Delivery for the Midwest Eran Sandquist, and Public Land Tees co-owner Sam Soholt for a discussion about how the federal Duck Stamp also creates habitat for upland birds. Episode Highlights: · Glup starts the conversation with a brief history of the federal Duck Stamp's origin story. He also talks about how Fred Staunton, a biologist from South Dakota, fought to use Duck Stamp dollars for the purchase of small wetlands for public access which we now know as Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs). · Sandquist then explains the habitat value of WPAs for upland birds and how PF & QF partners with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to facilitate WPA acquisitions and habitat restorations. · Soholt closed the episode with an overview of the Stamp It Forward program, which has purchased more than $150,000 in Duck Stamps over the last four years. Soholt then explains this year's effort, called the “Prairie Pothole Duck Ruck,” which has a goal of generating $100,000 for the purchase of 4,000 Duck Stamps powered by Soholt walking 100 miles from North Dakota to South Dakota's Sand Lake Wildlife Refuge. Learn more at www.PublicLandTees.com/DuckRuck

With over $1.1 Billion raised and 6 Million acres conserved, the Federal Duck Stamp Program is the most successful and efficient wetlands conservation program on the planet. Katie Burke and Mike Brasher go behind the scenes with Jerome Ford, assistant director of USFWSMigratory Bird Program, and Suzanne Fellows, manager of USFWS Duck Stamp Program, to learn about its history, conservation successes, art competitions, and new efforts underway to grow interest and investments in this iconic program.www.ducks.org/DUPodcastwww.fws.gov/service/buy-duck-stamp-or-e-stamp

While nearly a third of North American bird species are in decline, many birds that depend on wetlands are thriving. Duck breeding populations in 2009 were an estimated 25% above historical averages. Conditions on the breeding grounds have improved since the drought years of the 1980s, but human action has also made a huge difference. You can help by purchasing a duck stamp every year. Adam Grimm's painting of a pair of Canvasbacks won the contest for the 2014-2015 duck stamp.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.

On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter discusses how the Illinois Duck Stamp benefits more than just ducks and water in the West. Later, he addresses how we are approaching an ethical dilemma.

On this episode of the Two Bucks Podcast Brian talks with Sam Soholt about his adventures as a wildlife photographer and how he started Public Land Tees, the Public Land Bus, and the Duck Stamp 'Stamp It Forward' project. Sam is a full-time wildlife photographer and champion for public lands! Sam has taken some of the most iconic outdoor photos - from beautiful night time astrology photos to the Joe Rogan cover of Petersen's Hunting Magazine. Hear first hand how Sam began his photography career and the crazy adventures it has taken him on! When Sam is not snapping great pictures, he is often supporting Public Lands through his company Public Land Tees, his Public Land Bus project, or his federal duck stamp fundraiser 'Stamp It Forward' - where 98% of federal duck stamp dollars are legally required to go towards wetland access, improvement, and conservation! Sam's goal for the 2022 'Stamp It Forward' fundraiser is to purchase 2,000 duck stamps! If you would like to help donate $25 for the cost of a duck stamp, check out Sam's website Public Land Tees - Link below! Public Land Tees Sam's IG Connect with Brian: Instagram | YouTube| Two Bucks Website Do you have an Outdoor Brand or Business? Be a Guest on a future episode of the Two Bucks Podcast! Sponsors and Discounts: Save 10% on Ollin Digiscoping Adapters with code TWOBUCKS Ollin.co Save 20% on your first order at Bull Elk Beard Oil with code TWOBUCKS bullelkbeardoil.com

This week, Joe Ferronato is joined once again by Sam Soholt. They discuss Sam's Stamp it Forward conservation project and how the Duck Stamp is one of the greatest conservation tools for all wildlife, waterfowl hunting, whitetail hunting, public lands, stories of adventure and upcoming plans for the fall. You won't want to miss it. 

We're certainly in the golden age of bird science, with more birders, more researchers, and more tools available to both of them to solve many of the great ornithological mysteries and to marvel at the capabilities of birds. National Audubon and a few bird science partners have put a lot of this modern science in a sleek simple package called the Bird Migration Explorer, a guide to the annual journeys of 450 birds in the Americas. Audubon scientists Melanie Smith and Chad Witko join us to talk the explorer and the wonders of bird migration.  Plus, a Duck Stamp art winner with a familiar name.  Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Google Podcasts, and please leave a rating or a review if you are so inclined! We appreciate it!

What's changing headed into fall at the Chahinkapa Zoo? What's coming up with Duck Stamp Day and Zoo-Boo? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Birding magazine editor and all-around bird-knower Ted Floyd is back for another bout of Random Birds. He joins host Nate Swick, a big bird list, and a random number generator to create podcast magic. They talk Eared Grebes, Black Vultures, and whatever other birds the magic number tells us to talk about.  Also, the Duck Stamp is back and you can get yours at the ABA! Join the ABA and get a FREE bag of Song Bird Coffee! Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Google Podcasts, and please leave a rating or a review if you are so inclined! We appreciate it!

Join us this week as we stop by the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge to visit with Refuge Ranger Joan Howe to learn about the Tennessee State Junior Duck Stamp contest. This art competition is the culmination of students' study of waterfowl and wetlands conservation, often using the Junior Duck Stamp Program educational curriculum. The winning stamp is produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to recognize the conservation efforts of young people and support environmental and conservation education programs in the United States. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #jrduckstamp #ducks #tennesseenationalwildliferefuge https://www.fws.gov/program/junior-duck-stamp/about-us https://www.fws.gov/refuge/tennessee www.tnwildlife.org

Join Gus Sorola, Gavin Free, Andrew Rosas, and Christian Young as they discuss Gus' problem with Andrew's Duck Stamp painting, how birds are weird and we should never trust them, the best kind of vomiting, and more on this week's RT Podcast. Sponsored by Adam & Eve (Go to http://adamandeve.com and use offer code ROOSTER for 50% off almost any one item and 10 free gifts!), BetterHelp (Go to http://betterhelp.com/rooster to get 10% off your first month!), and ShipStation (Go to http://shipstation.com and use code ROOSTER to get your 60-day free trial!). RTTV is sponsored by ExpressVPN (http://expressvpn.com/rttv). Join FIRST to watch episodes early: http://bit.ly/2uNNz0O FIRST Member and need your Private RSS feed for this show? Go here: bit.ly/FIRSTRSS

What is Sound? Why do we Speak? Can you make a Blue Whale Sing please? These are the questions that keep us at The Birdy Bunch up at night. This week, we will be discussing anything and everything animal sounds! From the loudest animals to human speech! In addition, Matt tells us about some Duck Stamp changes, Brittany shares about anthropomorphized squirrels, we have Jack Cross share a guest current event about the tragic dolphin incident in the Faroe Islands a few weeks back, and CJ features an animal who we only know to say ‘Ring-ding-ding-ding-dingeringeding'. Sounds like a blast, right?! Thank you to Rosenda Manuel Fraga and Niels Poul Dreyer for the American Barn Owl and Peaquet's Parrot audio, respectfully.   Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro        03:37 - Creature Feature             08:33 - Current Events      22:42 - Animal Sounds      37:40 - Outro         Thank you to Sarah Dunlap - for designing our logo, Elliot Heye - for being our Writing and Production Assistant, and Conner Wittman - for producing our music. Visit www.thebirdybunchpodcast.com for more information.

This week on the Ohio Huntsman Podcast we discuss the recent changes related to the artwork for the federal duck stamp.  The federal duck stamp has provided an enormous amount of conservation dollars for waterfowl habitat and the bulk of that money comes from waterfowl hunters.  In order to show appreciation for that contribution, there was a requirement added to the artwork competition.  The artwork for the stamp for 2021 had to include a hunting aspect in order to be chosen.  This requirement was removed after this year, so we discussed what we thought about the change and also what precedence a change like this could set for future decisions being made.  We also discussed if we felt like this was an attempt to further separate hunters from the millions of conservation dollars they raise. Ohio Huntsman is powered by Simple Cast.

This week on the Ohio Huntsman Podcast we discuss the recent changes related to the artwork for the federal duck stamp.  The federal duck stamp has provided an enormous amount of conservation dollars for waterfowl habitat and the bulk of that money comes from waterfowl hunters.  In order to show appreciation for that contribution, there was a requirement added to the artwork competition.  The artwork for the stamp for 2021 had to include a hunting aspect in order to be chosen.  This requirement was removed after this year, so we discussed what we thought about the change and also what precedence a change like this could set for future decisions being made.  We also discussed if we felt like this was an attempt to further separate hunters from the millions of conservation dollars they raise. Ohio Huntsman is powered by Simple Cast.

This week on The Great Outdoors, Charlie tells us about the new duck stamp ruling and how to keep your furry hunting companion safe this season.

Birding editor Ted Floyd joins host Nate Swick to once again chat about recent birding experiences in eBird Annotated. This time Ted and Nate have been on the road, birding in places that meant something to them in the past. For Ted, this is Pittsburgh's Frick Park, and for Nate, Sannibel Island in south Florida.  As promised, enjoy their eBird checklists yourself! From Pennsylvania https://ebird.org/checklist/S91550753 https://ebird.org/checklist/S91550757 https://ebird.org/checklist/S91496800 https://ebird.org/checklist/S91565994 From Florida: https://ebird.org/checklist/S91433356 https://ebird.org/checklist/S91461785 https://ebird.org/checklist/S91229868 Plus, Nate is happy to report that the Duck Stamp will no longer require a hunting element.  Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Google Podcasts, and please leave a rating or a review if you are so inclined! We appreciate it!

Brothers Sam & Josh Soholt, owners of Public Land Tees, take a break from turkey camp to join host Bob St.Pierre for a chat about their love of hunting and their commitment to conservation. Highlighted during the discussion is the brother’s “Conservation Crossing” effort, which is helping Pheasants Forever, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, Mule Deer Foundation, Delta Waterfowl, and National Wild Turkey Federation generate members through a creative t-shirt promotion. Episode Highlights: • The brothers talk about their motivations for donating $5 from every Public Land Tees product they sell toward conservation efforts. They also tell the story of developing the “Stamp it Forward” promotion that has helped generate thousands of Duck Stamp sales, and in turn, funding for upland and wetland habitat. • The Soholt’s also participated in the Public Lands Pavilion at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic 2020 in Minneapolis that helped create the new Cupido Wildlife Management Area which will be formally dedicated on August 6th in western Minnesota as a new public property open to all. • The guys have a funny discussion about the Conservation Crossing t-shirt design and how it riffs off the Beatle’s Abbey Road album cover design. Learn more about the Conservation Crossing effort at https://publiclandtees.com/conservationcrossing

Guest Kerry Luft joins Charlie to talk about the Duck Stamp and the great outdoors.

On this week's episode, Ben and Phil are joined by First Lite's Ford Van Fossan to talk about the wonderful state of Maryland, why Old Bay rules, drinking Yuengling, and First Lite's new initiative Common Wild. In the interview portion of the show, the public land bus guy Sam Soholt speaks up for conservation and the Federal Duck Stamp. Enjoy.    Connect with Ben and MeatEater Ben on Instagram MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop The Hunting Collective Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen on Spotify * Apple Podcasts * iHeartRadio * Pandora * Amazon Podcasts This week, we dive deep into the rules around the Federal Migratory Bird Stamp, the Duck Stamp! In a wild and tumultuous ride, we try to land on our take on the concept of hunting imagery being a requirement in the stamp contest; the debate gets a little bit contentious, but we end on a good spot! Plus, we get John Harris to weigh in (John is a noted Florida waterfowl artist) The New York Times on the Duck Stamp Rules NBC News on the Duck Stamp Rule Go to Patreon and become a friend of the show OFFICIALLY here! Need an auctioneer for your next event?  Mark “Dobe” Dobersch is your guy! Check him out here! E-mail Fletcher with Hallett Insurance to get your quote! Double the “L’s” and Double the “T’s” Check out Two Fish Creative for your software solutions – no problem is too big or too small! Insurance Claim Troubles? Call Harrell Adjusting to make sure you’re getting the most out of your claim! Follow Cast and Blast Florida: Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – Website Want to experience a world class duck hunt or fishing charter? E-mail Travis to book today . . . Connect with the gang on social media: Travis Thompson – @travisthompson – Instagram – Twitter – Facebook Nathan Henderson – @nhenderson77 – Instagram – Twitter – Facebook Emily Thompson – @lovedaloca – Instagram

In this short Bonus Episode of Leupold's Hunt Talk Radio, Randy returns to discuss "Stamp It Forward," a creative conservation idea put together by Sam and Josh Soholt.  Topics covered include what Duck Stamps pay for, the history of the duck stamp, National Wildlife Refuge system, waterfowl hunting, how you can help, and other side notes that hopefully make you aware of how important the Duck Stamp program is for conservation of many species, not just waterfowl.

Nate & Evan travel to White Oak Park in Bloomington, Illinois to track down the Black Bellied Whistling duck, Yellow-headed Blackbird, and Least Bittern. They also discuss the recent release of the Duck Stamp, Great Egret, Belted Kingfisher and Northern Rough-winged Swallow. During recording they have a 3 year old special guest drop by to discuss chocolate milk and Evan forgets to turn his phone off.

In recent years it has seemed as though doing an ABA Area Big Year means that you have to write a book about it, but the form's roots can be traced to Roger Tory Peterson himself. What makes them so popular? Are they travelogue, sporting conquest, adventure, or some combination? Or is the appeal as simple as wish fulfillment? 10,000 Birds media reviewer Donna Schulman and Birding magazine media review editor Frank Izaguirre join host Nate Swick to talk about Big Year narratives and what makes them great in the first edition of the ABP Birding Book Club.  Also, the USFWS disappoints with new rules for the Duck Stamp.  ABA members are eligible for a 15% discount to Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Birds of the World subscription. Log into your ABA account to get the code.

Host Keith Crowley talks with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Historian Mark Madison about J.M. "Ding" Darling, the creator of the Duck Stamp and the Director of the Bureau of Biological Survey (predecessor to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.) Darling was a Pulitzer Prize winning political cartoonist who had a knack for getting the most out of people when it came to conservation. Because of his leadership, his forethought and his political skills, billions of dollars have been raised for conservation over the past 80+ years through the Duck Stamp Act and the Pittman-Robertson Act. Darling also created the artwork for the first Duck Stamp in 1934 as well as the flying goose symbol found at National Wildlife Refuges across America. Darling was a passionate hunter and passionate leader fighting for the preservation of the outdoor life he loved. Madison and Crowley discuss Ding's relationships with both Teddy Roosevelt (whom he admired as a personal friend and as the President) and Franklin Roosevelt (who he disliked politically, but grew to respect,) as well as his close friendship with President Herbert Hoover. Our host also explains his love of the Ding Darling Refuge on Sanibel Island in FloridaRelated Information:Ding Darling BioHistory of the Duck StampDarling Editorial Cartoon ArchivesBye Now, It's Been Wonderful Knowing You (Ding's Farewell Cartoon, published posthumously.)Images from Ding Darling National Wildlife RefugeDarling's Comic which won his first Pultizer_______________________________________________________________Theme Music: Grip of the Black GoldSongwriter: Steve BlexrudPerformed by Steve Blexrud and Thunderheads_______________________________________________________________Books by Keith CrowleyPheasant Dogs: Stories from the FieldGordon MacQuarrie: The Story of an Old Duck HunterWildlife in the Badlands Keith Crowley's published wildlife and sporting photography can be found at CrowleyImages.com

On Our Latest Show: what’s hatching in the new Talkin’ Birds Book Nest; the latest issue of the Birding Community E-bulletin; a Duck Stamp controversy; and how to care for your thistle seed.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed a new regulation requiring that in the future, every Federal Duck Stamp depict an element of hunting rather than allowing art depicting wild ducks in natural habitat. Laura says, "Just say no!" Why? (This program must air by March 16, 2020.)

On The Bird Banter Podcast Episode #44 Clarice Clark and Jerry Broadus, Tacoma area birders and volunteer conservation and ornithology researchers talk about their life experiences in these fields.  They have really walked the walk in terms of putting their efforts, resources and time to further their passion for  helping understand and safe birds and bird habitat.  Here are some links to topics they discussed to learn more. First here is a link to our ABC Birding Club website and the article on the presentation  by Jerry and Clarice. http://abcbirding.com/saving-hawaiis-birds-june-2019-presentation-by-abcs-intrepid-bird-banders-clarice-clark-and-jerry-broadus/ This is information about the Duck Stamp program and a way to buy yours online. https://www.fws.gov/birds/get-involved/duck-stamp.php This is the website of the Friends of Willipa Bay who run the festival we talked about on the episode.  https://friendsofwillaparefuge.org/ This is the site of the Nisqually NWR  https://www.fws.gov/refuge/Billy_Frank_Jr_Nisqually/ This is more information about the issues Jerry and Clarice faced in their recent work in Hawaii. https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/blog/2020/01/07/nr20-004/ Last this is the site of Duck’s Unlimited. You know an old and powerful organization when they have a great url like this.  https://www.ducks.org/ Until next time. Good birding. Good day.   

3 Billion breeding birds have been lost in the last 40 years in the US and Canada. These are certainly sobering numbers. This was the conclusion of a paper published recently in the journal Science, and the core of the 2019 State of the Birds report. This report, spearheaded by American Bird Conservancy, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Canadian Wildlife Service, and others certainly made waves among the general public as much as in the birding community, and it seems to have really resonated. Jordan Rutter, director of public relations at the American Bird Conservancy, and Birding magazine editor Ted Floyd join me to talk about this study, what it means, and what you can do about it.  Also, the 2020 Duck Stamp has been chosen, and it's a really sharp one.  Thanks to Turismo de Lisboa for sponsoring this episode. 

Fantasy Sports is big business these day, especially now that participants no longer have to do the work by hand. It’s so popular that managing virtual worlds based on real world data has spread beyond sports. Fantasy Birding has become a obsession among a growing cadre of real birders, it has been featured in a number of general interest articles, it was lightly mocked on the NPR show Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me, and it’s taken hold of a handful of my colleagues at the ABA. Matt Smith is a computer programmer and birder and is the creator of Fantasy Birding. He joins host Nate Swick to talk about the wild ride.  Also, some potential changes to the Duck Stamp that seem to cause more harm than good, and Nate reminisces about an amazing trip to Costa Rica with an amazing group of young naturalists.   Thanks to Zeiss Sports Optics for sponsoring this episode of the American Birding Podcast.   

The stoke is high for Ben and Bill's upcoming trips to Man Camp (People Camp) in West Virginia and to Colorado for the Outdoor Retailer Show. In this episode, their Zugunruhe has them all over the place topicwise, including fledglings at feeders, higher hummer numbers, famous Birding Expo keynote speakers, the new Duck Stamp, and the demise of the Porro prism binocular (according to the LeBron James of Birding Optics). Bill's music recommendation is TroubleFunk, out of Washington DC.

In this episode, Hannah and Erik volunteered to help a researcher collect data on dead trees. They also visited St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge--will they find a Reddish Egret? And lastly, they talk about the Duck Stamp and have some opinions about contributing to conservation. eBird lists: Wade Tract Tall Timbers Research Station St. Marks NWR Additional Notes Gizmodo article Masked Duck sighting Connect with us at @Hannahgoesbirding on Instagram, @HannahandErikGoBirding on Facebook, or email us at Hannahanderikgobirding@gmail.com

On our latest show: Superstar birders Wayne Petersen and Paul Baicich offer highlights of the last Birding Community E-Bulletin; Mike O’Connor talks about America’s National Bird, and maybe a new one for Canada; we meet Fulmarus glacialis — the Northern Fulmar; and we talk about one of conservation’s best ideas: the Duck Stamp.

Texas Public Land Hunting & Beyond   Part 1 This is going to be a four part series of podcast starting with just Trever and Myself on this first episode, explaining how we find places to hunt and what we hunt.  Part 2 will be an interview with a member of Texas Parks and Wildlife, on public hunting, big game draws, & postcard hunts. In Part 3 we will be having On X Maps on to explain how using a online public private mapping can help you be a more productive hunter.  Part 4 is the Beyond we are trying to get a guest on to talk about out of state hunting both out west and draws and tags both over the counter and points, because neither of us is experienced in hunting much outside of Texas   Texas is more than 95% private land, Lease prices go up every year and are becoming harder to find, but we all own a large amount land in Texas, it is our public land.  I didn’t always know about public land hunting and didn’t know it was even an option for hunting. So i will humbly ask this of us all who use public land be it a for hunting, fishing, camping or just enjoying the outdoors, leave it better than you found it, even the simple act of picking of trash in the parking area, just do a little to help ensure we get to enjoy these lands for a long time to come.  If you enjoy Hunting and Fishing, consider joining Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, they help us make sure that we will continue to have a place to hunt and fish, on top of the fact they it’s just a bunch of like minded people who are good folks. www.backcountryhunters.org/   All that being said…………..   This Podcast series is going to piss some people off, and I understand and get that but the public land we hunt and fish on doesn’t just belong to you and I, it belongs to all of us, and all of us means exactly that all of us.  It belongs to every American citizen, and our public land able to be used by anyone who wishes to to use it. So that means the hikers, campers, bird watchers, trail runner, hunters, fishermen, EVERYONE, so we need to be the best stewards of this land, and make sure we take the best care of it as hunters and fishermen, be courteous and polite to the other users of this land we all have the right to use this land but we need to show the non-consumptive users we are the best conservationist’s and use this land as we have the right to, and encourage others to use this land and to leave it better than they found it everytime they use it. Land in Texas: Total acres in Texas 167,188,000 US Forest Serv 755,000 acres BLM 11,000 acres State Owned 825,000 acres Land open to hunters 1.591 million acres About 1% available to hunt or 0.1acre per resident   www.backcountrychronicles.com/   What can we Hunt in Texas on Public…. Alligator, Frogs, Aoudad, Axis Deer, Gemsbok, Scimitar Oryx, Nelgi, Feral Hog, Whitetail Deer, Javelina, Mule Deer, Pronghorn, Turkey, Bighorn Sheep,  Waterbuck, Squirrel, predators and Furbearers (bobcats, cougars, coyote, foxes, Racoon, etc.) Dove, Duck, Quail, Pheasant, Geese, Crain, and more. Types of Public Land in Texas Natl. Forrest & Grasslands Natl. Seashore Natl. Parks Natl. Preserve Natl. Wildlife Refuge Military Bases Corps of Engineers State Parks Wildlife Management Areas (APH) Private Land State leased (APH) Who manages each of these US Forest Serv. Natl. Park Service Natl. Park Service Natl. Park Service US Fish and Wildlife The US Military Army Corps of Engineers TPWD TPWD/US Fish Wildlife/US Forest Serv. TPWD and Private Owners Mentored Hunting Workshops Public Hunting Opportunities, that don’t always happen on public land, but are available to hunters.   For anyone who is not a hunter and wants to try and become a hunter but doesn’t know where to start, who to ask, or how to get your kids into hunting in a safe fun manner the mentored hunting workshops are a good way to get started.  TPWD, Texas Wildlife Association and several other agencies in Texas offer learning hunts.   Texas Wildlife Association Youth Hunts https://www.texas-wildlife.org/program-areas/texas-youth-hunting-program http://www.tyhp.org/   TPWD mentored Hunts https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/hunt/public/mentored_hunting_workshops/   Hunting license & Hunters Education https://tpwd.texas.gov/ Youth License $7.00 Resident $25 Senior Resident $7.00 Trappers License $19 Super Combo $68.00 Saves $18 Hunting and fishing license All 5 state “stamps” archery, freshwater, saltwater w/ red drum tag, upland game bird, and migratory game bird. Senior Super Combo $32 Disabled Vets, & Texas Resident active duty $FREE$ HIP, Sandhill Crane, Experimental Pronghorn Permit are all free Endorsements Archery,Texas Migratory Bird, Upland game bird $7.00 each Duck Stamp $25.00 Lifetime super combo $1800 3 chances to win a lifetime super combo $5 https://tpwd.texas.gov/business/licenses/lifetime_licenses/drawing.phtml   Non resident General Hunting $315   Hunter ED $15.00 exempt if born before Sept. 2, 1971 but you should take it! One year deferral $10 *must be in voice control of a hunter who has hunter ED and can only be used one. Be Aware that some NWR’s require bowhunter education on top of hunters ED. Tips and Tricks for Hunting Public Lands   GIS Maps http://www.glo.texas.gov/land/land-management/gis/   Google Earth https://www.google.com/earth/ This is no secret, but google maps and google earth are different, and the 3d terrain mapping feature, the timeline feature allows you to see what how the area looks at different times of the year and after weather events, use in conjunction with www.wundergrounds.com ‘s weather archive of past weather and the times the satellite photos were taken.   Paper Topo Maps: USGS Maps, Natl. Forrest Maps, State Park Maps, COE. Shows all the road systems, legal hunting area, and sometimes its just Easier to get you head around paper maps and you can write notes, etc.   On X Maps https://www.onxmaps.com/ Public/Private mapping will be on part 3 of the series Shows property lines, and owners of private Offline mode download your maps and use in airplane mode On X Maps takes all of the above and combines it into one simple easy to use product that works on computers and your phone   Keeping Good Notes I used not to be great at this, but now I am almost a slave to this process and I find it amazingly helpful. I keep notes on location, game seen, harvested, trails, weather (including before and after the hunt).moon phase, who I was with where we parked How we accessed the property, anything that just stood out from the hunt. I also will keep notes on anything I see in just my day to day life about deer movement or bird migration, or even I just happened to notice an uptick on doves sitting on power lines a few weeks before season.   Scouting pre and post season The most useful thing for hunting public, grab a fishing pole or camera and get your boots on the ground.   Find deer beds, trails, feeding areas.Find where the birds are on the reverse migrations, odds are they will be in the same spot on the trip south.   Scouting is a year long activity, if your spring turkey hunting, you should also be looking for sheds or other deer sign, and making notes in your hunting/scouting log as soon as you can to make sure when whatever season it is that sign you found you can remember where it was.   Time to Hunt Arrive Early, Extra early for WMA’s that have a drawing to get a unit.   Remember when hunting public your hunting against other people as well as the game, you need to think of how they will act, and the affects that could have on the game you are chasing that day. Don’t be married to “your spot”  have a backup plan or 3 in the bag and Ready to go, stay light so you can hunt on the more run-n-gun style. Use GPS tracks, avoid flagging tape if at all possible not only is it technically littering, but it also leads everyone else to the spot your found. Hunt during the week if you can to avoid the crowds *the exception to this if you can use the crowds to your advantage. Silence your gear as best you can, practice your shooting in the gear your gonna be hunting in.   TYPES OF PUBLIC HUNTING LAND:   Public Land Hunting that only takes your Hunting license. Natl. Forrest, Natl. Grasslands 755,000 Acres Free with hunting license Free camping and use of land for all Low cost permits, per unit, or area COE, NWR, NPS Permits thru postcard draws At COE offices or regional HQ Some have test to show proficient with weapons Permit fee’s vary from unit to unit   The Big Book $48 APH (annual public hunting permit) LPU $12 Hiking, Fishing, Camping etc. In 1987 TPWD started the APH, Last season 2017-2018 was the30th Anniversary, of the program.  It has been an inexpensive way to get families hunting, fishing and camping and into the outdoors. Get it wherever you get your hunting license. WMA, land leases, and how to use the big book     The Big Hunts,  TPWD Draw Hunts. How to apply for tags, e-postcard hunts, standard draws, youth draws Permits rage from Free-$3.00 $10.00 for the Guided Draw hunts Exotic Permits $3.00 to draw, and hunts fee $80.00(NWR hunt locaation)   Military Bases This info is online and specific to each base, you have to do the leg work. Look for the link in the show notes on www.castblastgrillchill.com   Public Water Lakes, Rivers, Bay, and Coastal Marsh Free to hunt in most cases Blind Draws cost money, permits may cost or have a deposit Boat launch fees Check with COE or River authorities, (e.g. LCRA, Trinity RA, Brazos RA)   The Hidden Gems County and City parks, Land the is open to hunting but not in the books Links: https://tpwmagazine.com/archive/2002/oct/ed_4/   https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=13mUk2vplKM   https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_bk_w7000_0112a.pdf   https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/hunt/public/   https://tpwd.texas.gov/huntwild/hunt/public/mentored_hunting_workshops/   https://www2.tpwd.state.tx.us/huntwild/hunt/public/public_hunt_drawing/   http://www.swf-wc.usace.army.mil/georgetown/Information/Hunting%20Guide%202014-2015.pdf   http://www.ducks.org/texas/public-hunting-on-du-projects-in-texas   https://www.texas-wildlife.org/   https://www.fws.gov/refuges/profiles/ByState.cfm?state=TX   https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/texas-monthly-hunting-guide/   https://www.fs.usda.gov/texas/

There's more to a successful bird tour than just pointing out the birds, from logistics to managing personalities, a bird tour guide has to be part ornithologist and part psychologist. Rockjumper Birding's George Armistead has led bird tours on all seven continents and has a lot to say on the subject, and he joins host Nate Swick to talk tour tips, places he loves to take birders, and much more. Also, the new Duck Stamp art for 2018 is out, but Nate argues that the subject leaves a little to be desired. Plus a whole host of rare birds on opposite ends of the continent. Resources referenced in this episode include The ABA Blog Hurricane Irma round-up. Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Google Play, and please leave a rating or a review if you are so inclined! We appreciate it!

The American Birding Association is having several contests this year in an effort to get new members and get former members to renew. We are also having a contest for people to join the American Birding Association. If you join the ABA and in the comments on the application say you joined because of Birdchick or Non Birding Bill, then send us the confirmation with your mailing address you could win one of three prizes:An Advanced Guide to Birding autographed by Kenn Kaufmann (we'll put in a personal message too if you want).An autographed postcard from Neil Gaiman thanking you for joining the ABA. An autographed copy of Disapproving Rabbits (Sharon's first book).Send confirmations to sharon@birdchick.com with your preferred prize and mailing address. Autographs from Kenn Kaufman, Neil Gaiman and us are prizes. Other things we talked about include the documentary about the Duck Stamp art contest called Million Dollar Duck. We highly recommend it.PokemonGo players help injured pelican.Some jerk got a worthwhile fine for killing hawks that were hunting the quail he wanted to kill.

Hey Listeners, welcome to Stamp Show Here Today, episode 74! In this episode we will be discussing the I.G. report on political mailings, missing C3a found, the federal duck stamp controversy, Caj's corrections, and our expert topic is about finest known stamps.

The 2015-2016 Federal Duck Stamp was recently unveiled, and features a pair of ruddy ducks painted by wildlife artist Jennifer Miller of Olean, New York. Last fall, a panel of five judges chose Miller’s art from among 186 entries at the Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest. Miller is the third woman to win the Federal Duck Stamp Contest.

We jump right into things this week when Ducks Unlimited's Chief Conservation Officer Paul Schmidt joins us to discuss the 2014 Duck Stamp Act which was just passed through the Senate and now awaits the President's signature. This act will raise the price of the annual Duck Stamp from $15 to $25. So a significant [...]

We jump right into things this week when Ducks Unlimited's Chief Conservation Officer Paul Schmidt joins us to discuss the 2014 Duck Stamp Act which was just passed through the Senate and now awaits the President's signature. This act will raise the price of the annual Duck Stamp from $15 to $25. So a significant [...]

TH FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE HAS A WONDERFUL ART CONTEST FOR K-12 STUDENTS EACH YEAR. RACHEL LEVIN OF FWS AND CHRISTINE CLAYTON, THE WINNER .....FROM SYDNEY, OHIO...JOIN US.