S4EP76 Under Forty Yards - Dave Lessard

Amaazen Outdoors Podcast

In this episode, Brian and Dave discuss their hunting season experiences, including their travels to Montana and hunting for sharp-tailed grouse and huns. They also talk about the impact of ice and snow on grouse covers in the Northwoods. Dave shares insights into his YouTube channel, Under 40 Yards, and the challenges of the YouTube algorithm. They also discuss the differences between woodcock hunting and grouse hunting, including the behavior of the birds and the hunting strategies involved. This part of the conversation covers woodcock hunting, choosing a hunting dog, the cost of well-bred dogs, the importance of hunting dogs, childhood memories of a short hair, the misadventures of Bandit, transitioning to a short hair, choosing a hunting dog breeder, considerations when getting a hunting dog, the connection to the Northwoods, exploring new hunting areas, the diverse landscape of the Northwoods, grouse hunting in the Barrens, and tips for grouse hunting. In this conversation, Dave Lessard and Brian discuss various aspects of hunting, including the role of a hunting dog, getting started in hunting, the joy of hunting in October, hunting in December, hunting in the snow, hunting quail in Arizona, popular hunting destinations, Pheasant Fest, the challenges of Chicago, and future hunting plans.

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Takeaways

A hunting dog can greatly enhance the hunting experience and make you a better student of the species and the hunt. Getting started in hunting is simple - just grab some shells and a shotgun and go for a walk. It may be challenging at first, but it's a rewarding experience. October is a special time for hunting, and spending time in the woods during this month is highly recommended. Hunting in December can be tough, but it offers the opportunity to hunt when the birds are grouped back up again. Hunting in the snow presents its own challenges, but it can also be a unique and enjoyable experience. Arizona is a popular destination for hunting quail, and the desert birds provide a different hunting experience. Pheasant Fest is a great event for hunters to connect with others and learn more about hunting. Chicago can be a challenging city to navigate, and the Northwoods offer a more peaceful and enjoyable hunting experience. Planning future hunting trips and exploring new hunting spots is an exciting part of being a hunter.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 01:09 Season Recap and Traveling 03:06 Montana and Sage Grouse 04:46 Hunting Sharpies and Huns 07:26 Dog Power and Sage Grouse 09:20 Access and Landowners 11:57 Grouse Hunting in the Northwoods 13:46 Impact of Ice and Snow on Grouse 15:39 Introduction to Under 40 Yards YouTube Channel 18:08 Challenges of YouTube Algorithm 19:53 Exploring Other Video Platforms 20:39 GoPro and Filming Techniques 25:01 Hindsight Feature and Battery Life 26:34 The Autumn Blaze Series 29:45 Woodcock Hunting vs Grouse Hunting 42:07 Woodcock Hunting and Dog Breeds 43:03 Choosing a Hunting Dog 44:01 The Cost of a Well-Bred Dog 46:26 The Importance of Hunting Dogs 49:11 Childhood Memories of a Short Hair 53:33 The Misadventures of Bandit 56:04 The Adventures of Bandit Continued 58:27 Transitioning to a Short Hair 01:00:16 Choosing a Hunting Dog Breeder 01:01:31 Considerations When Getting a Hunting Dog 01:04:38 Connection to the Northwoods 01:09:45 Exploring New Hunting Areas 01:13:14 The Diverse Landscape of the Northwoods 01:15:18 Grouse Hunting in the Barrens 01:19:17 Tips for Grouse Hunting 01:23:18 The Role of a Hunting Dog 01:24:45 Getting Started in Hunting 01:25:15 The Joy of Hunting in October 01:26:00 Hunting in December 01:27:40 Hunting in the Snow 01:29:41 Hunting Quail in Arizona 01:30:11 Popular Hunting Destinations 01:31:16 Pheasant Fest 01:32:04 The Challenges of Chicago 01:33:56 Future Hunting Plans