The North American Waterfowler Podcast

Were coming to you straight from the Kansas River. This episode was recorded during our annual Patreon float tripon a sandbar, with the sun setting, and the sound of the river behind us. Join us as we recap the trip, share stories from the water, and talk about what made this years float one to remember. If youve ever wondered what it's like to be out here with us, this episode is the next best thing.

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Brian Halblieb from the Migration Waterfowl Podcast drove 12 hours to help out at Myers Family Farms—and stopped by for a return visit on the North American Waterfowler. He and Elliott talk about Brian’s growth as a waterfowler and podcaster, the power of hunting friendships rooted in faith, and their favorite moments from the 2024 season. From chasing blue-wing teal in Nebraska to setting new goals for hunts, shot selection, and bird recovery, it’s a conversation full of stories, insights, and laughs. Also, Elliott shares an unbelievably awkward bathroom sighting in the middle of the Sandhills.

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🎧 Episode Description:

In this episode, I sit down with longtime friend and fellow creator Josh Peck from Outdoor Limits. We catch up on life, fatherhood, and how becoming a dad has reshaped his outlook on hunting, fishing, and content creation. Josh talks about starting his own fishing guide service, pivoting away from the YouTube grind, and rediscovering his passion for walleye fishing. We also talk about how recent Kansas filming restrictions have impacted public land hunters, and Josh shares his honest take on whether YouTube has played a role in changing hunting pressure across the state. It’s a raw, honest, and often funny look at life behind the lens of a full-time outdoorsman.



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🎙 Episode Description: This week on The North American Waterfowler, I’m joined by my wife for a fun and slightly risky waterfowl trivia game. She’s lived with a duck hunter long enough—surely some of it’s rubbed off, right? We go head-to-head with 20+ trivia questions covering duck species, gear, hunting laws, and some deeper cuts. Play along and see how many you know… and how many she pretends to know.

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What would I do differently if I could go back to day one as a duck hunter? In this episode, I break down five things I would absolutely change if I had the chance to start over—mistakes I made, lessons I learned the hard way, and the little details that make the biggest difference in the field. Whether you’re a new waterfowler or a seasoned hunter, these reflections might just change how you approach your next hunt.



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Purina Pro Plan Trusted performance dog food. “What Georgie runs on.”

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