Podcast appearances and mentions of sage braker

We will be hunting this fall!Inspiration and motivation from callers and Facebook messagers comes this week in the form of passion for a favorite bird species. Find out why they love their sharpies, timberdoodles, chickens and ditch parrots ... among others ... and learn something to help you this fall.Out of some fascinating conversations came tips and techniques, hunting strategies, family traditions and touching stories of multi-generational hunts and childhood memories. Plus, what we can learn from some of the old-timers about hunting dogless, learning how birds and dogs think, and what defines a "good hunt."Funny stories, how to stage-manage a large party pheasant drive, and finding woodcock habitat are also part of the discussion as we look downrange to the coming hunting season.Hey @Don Mraz, @David Brebner, @DSunDet, @Gary Forrest, @John Pivetta, @Brandon Murphy, @Celia Rausch, and @Billy Turner ... you're on the show this week!Plus, gear deals from Dogtra (10% off plus free shipping with code SLUN10), Gunner Kennels (finance your purchase), and Dr. Tim's dog food (30% off first order with code UPLANDNATION).Also brought to you Cabela's, Sage & Braker gun care, ESP hearing protection, and FindBirdHuntingSpots.com.

Episode 59: Matty Rawlinson- Owens Valley Wingshooting / Pro Outfitters  From the prairies of Montana chasing Huns and Sharptails, to the Owens Valley chasing Quail and Chukar then ending up in the hill country of New Mexico pursuing Scaled Quail and Mearns. Matty Rawlinson is a professional upland bird guide living a nomadic life chasing some of the most exciting upland birds the West has to offer. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, Mtn Ops and First Lite.

Episode 58: A Cautionary Chukar Tale. Follow along on the closing weekend of Nevada Chukar season and the highs and lows that accompanied it. From exciting dog work and cooperative late season birds, to the ultimate breakdown of my truck out in the middle of the desert, without cell reception to call for assistance resulting in cold night and a hard lesson learned. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, Mtn Ops and First Lite

Episode 57: Jason Pierson - Uplnd Outfitters No, I didn't spell that wrong:) Uplnd Outfitters is a new upland technical clothing brand that its creator, Jason Pierson, has drawn on his military and wildland firefighting background to create a line of clothes suited for the rigors of western upland hunting, with a style that blends in with a trip to the mall, or dinner with the family. Uplnd Outfitters is based in Northern, California. So, it was only fitting that Jason visited me in Nevada to conduct some torture testing in the Chukar hills prior to its release. Listen in to this episode to learn more about the gear and our adventure chasing Chukar in the wilds of Nevada. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, Mtn Ops and First Lite

Episode 56: Stephen and James Lathrop - Lathrop and Sons boots. This is a deep dive into the boot manufacturer Lathrop and Sons. In this episode we discuss what sets them apart from the competition, common foot issues, components of a mountain boot, High Synergy foot beds, evaluating the human stride, 2020 Reno Sheep Show and much much more. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, Mtn Ops and First Lite hunting apparel.

Episode 55: Nate Freshour and Rob Jones Nate Freshour traveled to Nevada from Minnesota to experience Chukar hunting in its true form- Wild. Meanwhile, the man, the myth-Rob Jones also joined us for the weekend, making it a fun all-around time with really good people.  Topics Discussed: Minnesota crutch-words, the pains of Chukar hunting, hunting with a "gang" of people, Chukar are tough, Pro-Tips on learning new spots, Roy the Setter becoming a bird dog and much more The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel , Lathrop & Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 54: Jay Beyer Jay spends most of his time in far-off places photographing some of big game's most recognizable names. But, when he is back in his home state of Utah, he doesn't miss an opportunity to chase Chukar.  Jay joined me in Nevada where we set off on our own journey to bag the NV gold- Mountain Quail and chase some Chukar up in the hills. Join us on this episode as we dive into Jay's world of photography, chukar hunting, bird dogs and a recap of his trip to Nevada. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 53: W/ Uplanders.Official- Mitch Woods and Joe Condon Topics Discussed: What makes a good hunting partner, rookie success hunting Himalayan Snowcock, gear lessons, growing up hunting, GSP's and Setters, early vs. late season Chukar strategies, Chukar gear and much more The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 52: New Experiences, with Jeff Lusk and Tyler Warren. During a visit to Washington, I met up with WA local Jeff Lusk and my little brother, Tyler Warren to chase Pheasant.  Topics Discussed: Rattlesnake avoidance training, learning new bird behavior and habitat, dealing with Porcupine quills, tough-ass Cocker Spaniels, wiley roosters, building relationships with your dog, bismuth shotshells, patterning shotguns AND MUCH MORE. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Lathrop and Sons boots, Chukar Chasers apparel, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 51- Upchukar: ORIGINS Danny Lawrence and Logan Lawrence Do you ever wonder if you are too old to hunt Chukar? Need a dose of inspiration? Look no further than the bundle of inspiration wrapped up into this 71 year old grandfather- Danny Lawrence. With 60 years of Chukar Hunting experience to his credit, this Nevadan is the epitome of a true Chukar hunter. He still drives hours to hunt, solo, and his face lights up with excitement just talking about the subject. Topics Discussed: The early days of Chukar in Nevada, time tested truths, hunting with labs and GWP, raising a family of Chukar hunters, go-to gear, and much more The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop & Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, Mtn Ops

Well, I just got back from my first hunt of 2019 and I have good news: I punched my pronghorn tag up in Colorado! Today, I’m going to tell you how the hunt went, a couple of lessons I learned, and share a few recommendations for you to keep in mind if you want to go pronghorn hunting in the future. Show notes:  https://thebiggamehuntingblog.com/podcast/2019coloradopronghorn My friend Fred Bohm helped me out on that hunt and his company Sage & Braker is sponsoring this podcast episode. Check out his web site to learn more about the awesome gun cleaning mats, gun cleaning kits, and other gun cleaning supplies Sage & Braker produces.

Episode 49: 2019/20 Nevada Chukar Forecast w/ NDOW's Chief Game Bird Specialist Shawn Espinosa. The forecast is finally out and is cause for many a discussion amongst the Nevada Chukar hunting scene. To breakdown the numbers and what is all means for the upcoming season, I sat down with the man who knows to explain it all in detail. Topics covered: How the survey was conducted and how it differed from previous years, why the survey exists, what the numbers mean, reasons for low bird counts in certain areas and some unpublished information you will definitely want to hear. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Lathrop and Sons boots, Chukar Chasers apparel, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and MtnOPs.

Episode 48: 2019 Himalayan Snowcock Scouting recap w/ Garhart Stephenson.  After spending a couple days exploring the rugged landscape that Himalayan Snowcock call home, writer Garhart Stephenson and I sat down at camp to give a recap of our experience and provide some information on conditions, gear, ammo selection and much more.   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 47: Dr. Mark Ditsworth, DVM.  Dr. Mark is a Veterinarian and the Chukar gem I have referred to in previous episodes. With over 35 years of Chukar hunting experience: You wont find him on social media, you have to go out and find him, or he finds you. Topics Discussed: Chukar hunting at 61 years old, What makes you a Chukar hunter, access to public lands, dealing with dogs issues; Fox tails, do stomachs twist?, administering your own puppy vaccines and the myths of the Rattlesnake vaccine, owning two pairs of boots over 20 years, his gear of choice and much, much more. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 46: Join me on this episode as I breakdown the gear I use Chukar hunting. Regardless of whether your are a seasoned chukar chasers, or new to the chase, you will gain insight into the gear I use and why. I also cover hunting with, or without and a dog and how I approach puppy training with our new family arrival, Harper, the German Wirehaired Pointer (GWP).   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 43: Fred Bohm, adventurer, hunter, writer, photographer and owner of Sage & Braker joins the podcast this week. Topics Discussed: Early-late season Dusky Grouse hunting strategies, behaviors of Dusky Grouse, Hunting year-round, Chukar hunting in Colorado, backpacking for Chukar, the value of checking your maps, shotgun selection, choosing the right shot size for both Chukar and Grouse, advice from the anorexic Santa Clause, Sage & Braker and much more The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops

Episode 42: I visited the First Lite HQ in Ketchum, Idaho for a wild game dinner and to record this episode with First Lite's Ross Copperman, Chase Millemann and Idaho hunting/fishing guide Zac Mayhew. Topics Discussed: the life of a hunting guide, lessons learned, expectations vs. realities, why did you choose your dog breed, shotgun selection, favorite bird to hunt, new First Lite products, the realities of turning a passion into a profession, Road House is the movie equivalent to Chukar Hunting, do guides play a role in hunter recruitment, hunting dogs are like expensive cars and much more   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products and Mtn Ops    

Episode 41: Coach Mark Paulsen joins the podcast to discuss his company, Wilderness Athlete. In a world containing so much information regarding health and fitness, Coach P discusses how Wilderness Athlete can fit into the equation of your life both on and off the mountain. Topics Discussed: Coaching D1 athletes, Hydration and the role it plays in performance, What is a Superman, Nutritional considerations as you age, the 28 Day challenge, NSF safe facilities, K9 Athlete supplements, protein intake and much much more. The Upchukar Podcast proudly partner with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products 

Episode 40: Chris King is back! And bringing with him his knowledge of health and fitness and its application into Chukar hunting. He and I discuss ideas on how to maximize the off season to be #chukarstrong when the season arrives. Whether you are the type that hikes themselves into shape, or takes a concerted approach to being prepared we can all agree that we want to maximize our experience and enjoyment while climbing the hills!  The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 39: One Year Anniversary Episode!! I figured it was only fitting to take it back to where it all started- bringing back the Chukar Chasers!! And a HUGE thank you to all of YOU that have stuck around and continued to support the podcast.  Topics Discussed: The Chukar Chasers Foundation, 2019 Youth Hunt and 2019 Banquet, Making short films, Wild Horses, Chukar hunting makes you feel young again, tailgate tales, What is your definition of a "limit", first chukar ever, gettin' Kevin Costnered and much more   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 37: Hunting for Adventure w/ Hannah Martini & Steve Elicegui. A hunting couple who share a passion for chasing Chukar with their German Wirehair Pointer, Willow. Topics Covered: Falling in love after getting hit by a car, being a first time bird dog owner, learning from your uncle, What is a Whoa board, adventuring together, chasing Chukar, What the hell is a Chachalaca and much more   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop & Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products  

Episode 36: Coty Munson joins the podcast to share his experiences Chukar hunting and growing up as a 3rd generation Nevadan.  Some of the topics discussed: Packrats infiltrating your trailer, what is Chukar camp, barbed wire ruins your day, Who named your dog, Griffons & DDs, shooting his grandpa, importance of gun safety, how to keep your wife Chukar hunting, the importance of keeping your dog in shape and yourself! and much more The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 35: Bret Wonnacott. Bret is the owner/handler of NSTRA (National Shoot To Retrieve Assoc) champion English Setters and an Upland hunting enthusiast. Listening back on the conversation, this was more akin to chatting with a buddy, than an interview. Success!!! Some of the topics covered: working with hunting dogs from a young age, turning down a pair of cowboy boots for his dog, GSPs and Setters,NSTRA, Whoa to food, the value of only shooting pointed birds, using food to create a bond, exposing a new dog to gunfire and much more!   The Upchukar Podcast proudly partners with Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 32: Tyler Sladen @sladen_scyther embarked on a North American Quail Slam which required him to travel to different states, eventually ending up in Nevada. Tyler shares his experiences and the stories and friends that really shaped this accomplishment. And, if completing the slam in three months didn't come with its own set of challenges, he decided to up the ante and use only a break-gun .410. If that isn't interesting enough, Tyler is also a Falconer, or "Hawker", and uses his two Goshawks to both hunt and as a nuisance control measure for his business.  Plus, I was able to help him get his first wild Chukar! The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 30: Andy Wayment, Author, "The Heartbeat of the Woods". Andy is another great example of an upland hunter who has taken his experiences and compiled them into a book that both inspires and teaches. His varied experiences in the grouse woods have provided him with a humble perspective both on the seriousness of mother nature and Ol' Ruff himself. In this episode we dive into the book and its many interesting topics. If you love a good story and have a passion for upland hunting, take the time and read this book. The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons Boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 29: Vern Gruwell. A passionate soul that shines through in his career as a Hotshot Wildland Firefighter and through his rich family history of chasing Chukar. Growing up, Vern was exposed to every aspect of what it means to be a Chukar hunter and the skills you need to craft in order to be successful. He has mastered the use of the Chukar call, which he demonstrate purely through the use of his mouth. Vern's story telling will keep you entertained throughout and I appreciate listening to someone who at times doesn't hold back and speaks with passion. The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by Lathrop and Sons boots, Chukar Chasers and Sage & Braker

Episode 28: Pat Wray, Author; A Chukar Hunter's Companion. Pat has constructed a complete how-to book on Chukar Hunting. From the history of the bird in the U.S. to various considerations of physical preparedness, successfully hunting without a dog and the many excuses we tell after a miss shot! Both Pat and the book are a wealth of knowledge and I highly recommend any tenure of Chukar hunter to read it. The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop & Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products.

Episode 27: Rob Jones, Matt Rawlinson and Tenleigh Warren. We embarked on a pheasant hunt in Northern California, but after arriving, realized we had a permitting issue . Never a group to be discouraged, we headed out to two different spots and had a great time chasing Chukar, Valley Quail and even a Snipe.  Topics discussed: CA hunt permits and units, locating good chukar country, taking your kids hunting, hunting slowly may increase your success, locating what elevations birds may be, kids with eagle eyes, strange happenings in rural gas stations, and the sleeping habits of Matt Hardinge (M1) The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots, Sage & Braker gun cleaning products.   

Episode 26: JC Bosch, No Limits Kennels. JC is the owner of No Limits Kennels  based out of Heizer, Kansas. Topics discussed: Chasing Chukar, How to teach a dog to retrieve, taking a chance on the dream, psychology of dogs and more.. The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you in part by: Chasers Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots , Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 25: Matt Davis, VP of Sales & Marketing for MTN OPS.  Subjects Discussed: The excitement of seeing your dog on point, being a role model, Chukar hunting, escaping the embarrassing social media handle "M-Dizzle", underground hip hop, what MTN OPS is doing in the Upland Community, how to get noticed in the industry, social media is weird and what MTN OPS supplements are best for Chukar Hunting and more.    The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by these industry leading companies: Chukar Chasers apparel, Lathrop and Sons boots and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products

Episode 23: Tyler Smith, Vom Hochland Kennel. Tyler is a breeder of Deutsch Kurzhaar. We cover many topics related to the breed to include: how to choose a puppy, what sets is apart from the German Shorthaired Pointer, tail docking, the testing process, breeding and the history of the versatile gundog.   The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots; Professional Boots, Professional Fit and Sage & Braker gun cleaning products, crafted at the highest caliber

Episode 22: Jorge Ramirez, Upland Jitsu. Jorge is a writer, blogger and avid Upland bird hunter from Southern California. Through his writing he provides a different perspective  on how to pursue Upland birds. Jorge also explains how he became enamoured with the Ithaca 37 pump shotgun, which all started with a hippy and a VW repair shop.   The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots; Professional Boots, Professional Fit and Sage & Braker; Finest gun cleaning products on the market today

Episode 21: Josh Cypers, Vom Roter Bartschlucht Kennel. This week I get an education on the Deutsch Drahthaar and what sets it apart from other hunting dogs. Josh explains the testing criteria for the breed. If you are curious about the Draht or just love bird dogs this episode will hopefully answer some questions.   This podcast is brought to you by Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots ; Professional boots, Professional Fit and Sage & Braker  the finest gun cleaning products on the market

This is a recap of our 2018 Himalayan Snowcock hunt in the Ruby Mountains of Nevada with Matt Hardinge and Alaskan Terry. We spent four days in the mountains with Project Upland film maker and photographer Wil Sensing. Collectively we were all able to harvest birds, which is very rare.    The Upchukar Podcast is brought to you by: Chukar Chasers, Lathrop and Sons boots; Professional Boots, Professional Fit and Sage & Braker; The finest gun cleaning products on the market today.   Chukar Chasers Foundation Youth Hunt Sign Up  

Fred Bohm Outdoorsman, hunter, writer, photographer, inventor and owner of Sage & Braker talks with Aron Snyder and Frank Peralta about hunting, photography, and pooping!   Fred Bohm We are all in this together whether we know it or not. Some of us understand this when young, some never do. My realization struck me like a brick in the face early in August 2014. I can’t think of the event that caused it, but I knew that my life would never be the same because of this awakening. We are blessed with time on this earth and there is no guarantee we will be given another breath. Some die in a bed, insides rotting of cancer, others never make it out of their mother’s womb. You’re reading this and I’m writing it, so our time isn’t up. Make it count. Don’t let others decide how you are going to live it, and for the love of God, Allah or science, don’t let the rat race trap you into a life you never intended. So this is me. These stories are intended to share with you a part of what makes my life worth living. Most will be about hunting. All will involve people and creatures I love. So I invite you to take this walk with me. Through the woods, through the fields, through whatever adventures this great world throws at me. You will learn more about me as I learn more about myself. And I hope in the process to get to know some of you as well. // Fred   Sage & Braker Crafted at the Highest Caliber We live, breathe and make everything at the highest caliber possible. In our products, in our pursuits and in our vision. And we’re proud to pass that caliber of craftsmanship to you. Our Story I have to admit, I didn’t start this company with the purest of thoughts. I started it to escape an industry that I really didn’t like, to spend more time in the outdoors and of course with my family. But as often happens, when you pour your heart into something it starts to take over. It starts to create a life of it’s own. It gives you opportunities that you never thought were possible. Make a living for my family? That’s cool. But to have an opportunity to help preserve the lands that I love so much? Never. How the hell could that be possible. That’s for the big guys, the Patagonias of the world, not the small Sage & Brakers out there. But I said the hell with it. Even if it was a couple of hundred dollars a year to a good cause, I had to at least try. After all, it has to be more than just about me. I’m on this earth for a short time, but maybe the good my company could do would outlive me. Affect more people than just myself. Meh, who knows? Then not more than half a year later it was solidified. The only thing that has made me weep in the last 15 years came into this earth as a beautiful baby boy. Atlas. And like my father before me, I now bear a tremendous responsibility. I am here to point him in the right direction, to show him the values that I hold so dear. And I realize that I have to SHOW him these values, not tell him about them. I don’t remember a lick of advice my father gave me, but I remembered what he showed me by his example. That is what formed the man I am today, and Atlas’s moral fiber will be learned the same way, by example, not by well meant advice. The way I run my company will be the way my son will learn his work ethic and how to treat other people, whether I like it or not. So I have a responsibility. To him, to the community I love and towards keeping our public lands in their most raw form around for his generation and the ones to follow. To give him the same opportunity to sit in the middle of nature and just listen. Not to the busy streets, to the beeps and chirps of a cell phone and not to the news on the television blaring the destruction of mankind. To search his soul the same way I continually search mine. Just a company right? Just a way to pay the bills? I did that before and it stole a part of my soul from me. A mistake. A costly one, but one that has set my path straight. So what does this have to do with you? Everything. You are the foundation of this company and without you guys there is no reason to have it. A small company, yes. A small impact, perhaps at first. But I’m not a fella that likes to back down and I’m pretty sure you’re not either. We can do this together. I encourage each and every one of you to reach out to me and I promise to listen. ~ Fred Bohm   Kifaru.net Made in America, bred in the back country, and galvanized in combat, you won’t find tougher, better built outdoor gear. In fact, we’ve been doing so since 1979 – from backpacks to sleds, Tipis and other shelters. We continue to innovate, and others continue to follow.