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by Elliott Snider
Hosted by Elliott Snider, creator of the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel and former co-host of The Duck Gun Podcast, this podcast covers every aspect of waterfowl hunting.
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- 2 weeks ago1h 1m
Episode #313 The Unwritten Rules of Public Land Duck Hunting
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I'm taking a look at the first quarter of my 2026 duck season, sharing my personal hunting statistics, and comparing them with the numbers being recorded by hunters across North America. We've now logged 578 hunts in the North American Waterfowler App, and some of the numbers are pretty interesting, especially when it comes to hunter pressure. Is public land really as overcrowded as everyone says it is? I also discuss the frustratingly warm October weather, the lack of cold fronts, and when we can finally expect mosquitoes to disappear. Plus, I share a story from this weekend's Josh Garrels concert in Lawrence, Kansas, and how I first discovered his music. Finally, I get into five ethical considerations every public land duck hunter should think about. From overcrowding and setting up too close to other hunters to sky busting, arriving at the marsh right before shooting time, and leaving trash behind, these are things that can make or break a hunt for everyone. In This Episode: October weather and the upcoming duck migration Josh Garrels concert and the song Revelator Mosquitoes and the temperatures that slow them down My first 11 hunts of the 2026 season Global hunting statistics from 578 logged hunts Hunter pressure: perception versus reality Wounded ducks, shot selection, and ethical responsibility Five unwritten rules of public land duck hunting Track your hunts, harvests, shooting percentages, hunter pressure, hunt satisfaction, and more. https://thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com Available on iOS and Android for $4.99/month. Access is also included with the $5 Patreon membership. onX Hunt — Presenting Sponsorhttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay Shotgunshttps://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck Callshttps://www.slayercalls.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesAvailable on Amazon — Search Mammoth Guardian Dog Crate Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comPromo Code: NAW10 — 10% Off Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comPromo Code: FDH10 TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comPromo Code: NAW18 Join us on Patreon for live podcast recordings, exclusive content, and access to the North American Waterfowler App. https://www.patreon.com/naw If you enjoy the podcast, please take a moment to leave a rating and review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. It really helps the show reach more waterfowl hunters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago53 min
Episode #312 Why Good Duck Hunters Suddenly Can't Hit Anything W/ Jordan Fromer
Contact Elliott: Freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: Patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PODCAST PARTNERS onX Hunt – Presenting Sponsorhttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/appGPS hunting maps, property boundaries, scouting tools, and offline navigation. Retay Shotgunshttps://www.retayusa.comInnovative, reliable shotguns built for hunters. Slayer Duck Callshttps://www.slayercalls.comPremium duck and goose calls for waterfowl hunters. Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesHeavy-duty dog crates designed for protection and safe transportation.Available through Mammoth Pet Products on Amazon.No promo code. Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comPremium steel and bismuth waterfowl ammunition.Use promo code NAW10. Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comWaterproof hunting gear, shell pouches, gun cases, and accessories.Use promo code FDH10. TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comHunting waders, clothing, blinds, and outdoor equipment.Use promo code NAW18. A great duck hunt can turn into a frustrating one when your shooting goes sideways. Jordan Fromer joins Elliott for an honest conversation about working through a shooting slump, why the 20-gauge has become his go-to, and what it’s really like to make a living in the waterfowl world. They get into the tradeoffs between 12-, 20- and 28-gauge shotguns and the .410, including why disciplined shot selection matters. Jordan shares practical ways to rebuild muscle memory and confidence in the field, while Elliott talks about the mental side of shooting—and how hunting in a big group can make it harder to know what’s working. They also discuss how OnX changed scouting and navigation, the demands of full-time outdoor content creation, and the gear they’ve been using this season. Along the way, they swap stories from recent hunts, including tough walks, high winds, and the pull of traveling to find birds. If you’re a waterfowler interested in better shooting, thoughtful gear choices, and the realities of a season spent chasing ducks, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 17m
Episode #311 Duck Camp Conversations: Live from the Wall Tent
Duck Camp Conversations: Live from the Wall Tent Three days of duck hunting, good friends, and plenty of stories from duck camp! In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, we're doing things a little differently. Instead of recording from the usual studio, we're sitting down inside our wall tent during a three-day duck hunting trip. We talk about our time in the field, the hunting, the challenges, and everything that makes spending a few days at duck camp so enjoyable. There's nothing quite like getting together with fellow waterfowlers after a day in the marsh to talk ducks, tell stories, and enjoy the experience. Pull up a chair and join us for a conversation straight from duck camp! Support the North American Waterfowler Podcast A huge thank you to our partners who help make this podcast possible! Presenting Sponsor – onX HuntPlan your hunts, scout new locations, and navigate the outdoors with confidence.https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay ShotgunsInnovative shotguns built for serious waterfowl hunters.https://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck CallsPremium duck calls designed for waterfowl hunters.https://www.slayercalls.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesPremium protection for your hunting partner. Flight Day AmmunitionAmmunition built for waterfowl hunters.Use code NAW at checkout. Shotty GearGear and apparel for the waterfowling lifestyle.Use code FDH10 at checkout. Join the North American Waterfowler Community Become a member and enjoy exclusive content, live podcast recordings, giveaways, and more! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting North American Waterfowler App:https://www.thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the marsh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 6m
Episode #310 Mastering Duck Calling: When to Call, When to Shut Up
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I'm joined by returning guest Scott Vix, a longtime California waterfowler, former California State Duck Calling Champion, and three-time regional calling champion. Scott brings decades of experience to a conversation about the art of duck calling and what it really takes to consistently work and finish ducks. We discuss some of the biggest mistakes duck hunters make with their calls, how to read birds and adjust your calling strategies, when to get aggressive versus when to back off, and how to convince reluctant ducks to finish in the decoys. We also explore calling with multiple hunters, the differences between competitive calling styles, and how to choose the right duck call. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced duck hunter, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you become a more effective caller. SUPPORT THE PODCAST & GET BONUS CONTENT Join us on Patreon for live podcast recordings, exclusive content, and more! https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting OUR PARTNERS onX Hunt – Proud sponsor of the North American Waterfowler Podcast. https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay Shotguns – Innovative shotguns built for hunters. https://www.retayusa.com Slayer Duck Calls – Premium duck calls for serious waterfowl hunters. https://www.slayercalls.com TideWe – Hunting blinds, waders, and outdoor gear. https://www.tidewe.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Premium protection for your hunting dog. Flight Day Ammunition – Ammunition for waterfowl hunters. Use code NAW Shotty Gear – Waterfowl hunting apparel and gear. Use code FDH10 FOLLOW & CONNECT YouTube: Freelance Duck Hunting Podcast: North American Waterfowler Email: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com #DuckHunting #DuckCalling #WaterfowlHunting #DuckHuntingPodcast #NorthAmericanWaterfowler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 8, 20261h 4m
Episode #309 How Duck Hunting Changed His Life | Hunter Flanders
Contact Elliott: freelanceduckhunting@gmail.com Support the Show: patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting On this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I’m joined by Hunter Flanders, Director of Marketing for Retay Shotguns. This isn’t an infomercial. We spend most of the episode getting to know Hunter and the path that eventually led him into the outdoor industry. Hunter grew up in Wisconsin as a serious athlete and went on to play college basketball before transitioning away from sports and diving headfirst into hunting and the outdoors. We talk about growing up in Wisconsin, his family’s 200-year-old farm, hunting with his brothers, training his first retriever, the impact hunting had on him during some major changes in his life, and how he eventually turned his passion for the outdoors into a career. We also get into his years working in outdoor television, his transition into marketing, how he eventually landed at Retay, the evolution of Retay shotguns, the Ace and Ace R, and why whitetail hunting still ranks at the top of his list. A great conversation about hunting, family, dogs, careers, and building a life around the outdoors. NORTH AMERICAN WATERFOWLER PARTNERS Retay Shotgunshttps://retayusa.com Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comCode: NAW10 for 10% off Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.com Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comCode: FDH10 for 10% off Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comCode: NAW18 for 18% off WATCH THE PODCAST LIVE Become a Patreon member and watch North American Waterfowler episodes recorded live:https://www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting One thing I caught from your intro: you said NAW10 for Flight Day and NAW18 for TideWe, so I used those current codes rather than the older NAW/other versions we’ve had in past partner info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 5, 202645 min
Episode #308 Walter Brown: Pointing Labs, Duck Hunting & The Big Duck Opener
Patreon hunt giveaway winner Walter Brown joins me from duck camp after spending the Big Duck Opener hunting with us. We recorded this episode right from our campsite overlooking the marsh after a great day that ended with a limit of ducks. Walter and I talk about winning the Patreon hunt giveaway and how the trip came together, his history of hunting and fishing, and his years of experience training dogs and hunting with pointing Labs. We also break down our opening-day hunt, the birds we encountered, and how the morning unfolded. A laid-back conversation from duck camp after a great day in the marsh. Partners of the North American Waterfowler Podcast: Retay Shotguns TideWe Slayer Duck Calls Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Flight Day Ammunition — Code: NAW Shotty Gear — Code: FDH10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 1, 20261h 12m
Episode #307 How Jack Miner Helped Unlock the Mystery of Waterfowl Migration
In this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott sits down with Matt and Joe from the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary to explore the incredible life and legacy of Jack Miner. From his beginnings as a market hunter to establishing his waterfowl sanctuary in Kingsville, Ontario, Jack Miner's story became intertwined with the early history of waterfowl conservation and bird banding in North America. We hear the story of Katie, the black duck that helped launch Miner's banding efforts, how band recoveries provided information about waterfowl migration, the growth of the sanctuary, and how Jack Miner's work continues more than a century later. Matt and Joe also take us inside the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary today, including its bird banding, habitat work, education programs, and new technology being used to track waterfowl migration. Learn more about the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation:jackminer.ca 50 Ducks:50ducks.com PARTNERS onX Hunthttps://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Retay Shotgunshttps://retayusa.com TideWehttps://www.tidewe.comPromo Code: NAW18 — 18% off Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com Mammoth Guardian Dog CratesSearch Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates on Amazon Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comPromo Code: NAW10 — 10% off Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comPromo Code: FDH10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 28, 202649 min
Episode #306 Are Ducks Really Smarter Down South? | Waterfowl Q&A
On this episode of the North American Waterfowler Podcast, I’m answering questions sent in by listeners. We get into whether ducks actually get smarter as they migrate south, what I look for when scouting new public-land spots, choosing between a decoy and passing choke, and some advice for weekend warriors who don’t have time to scout during the week. I also get into the new Kansas nonresident waterfowl regulations, why I’ve changed my thinking on nonresident restrictions, where I think residents should be prioritized, and some of the things I don’t like about the new rules. Plus, I talk about my first duck, a hunt I’d like to do outside of waterfowl hunting, my favorite cigars, and a few other questions from listeners. Thanks to the partners of the North American Waterfowler Podcast: Retay Shotgunshttps://retayusa.com Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayercalls.com TideWehttps://tidewe.comCode: NAW18 Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothguardian.com Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightday.comCode: NAW10 Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comCode: FDH10 Download the North American Waterfowler App on iOS or Android to log your hunts, track harvest data, weather, dog retrieves, hunter pressure and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Hosted by Elliott Snider, creator of the Freelance Duck Hunting YouTube channel and former co-host of The Duck Gun Podcast, this podcast covers every aspect of waterfowl hunting.
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