Professional wingshooting guide BJ Walle joins Reid in a philosophical look at what it means to be a guide. BJ, who has been a key member of the guide staff at Idaho’s Flying B Ranch for nearly twenty years, shares insights on what it takes to be . . .
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The Orvis Hunting Blog celebrates our wingshooting heritage with bird hunting news, and entertaining and enlightening podcasts by Orvis wingshooting expert Reid Bryant. We take you into the field with us in our informative articles, photos, and videos that share the sporting lifestyle we love.
Podcast: On The Black River
With bird season in full swing, Reid meditates on his travels to date, his decidedly poor shooting, and the impending arrival of duck season. With that he reflects on duck hunts past, and shares a tale of one such day in northern Vermont. This story . . .
Read MorePodcast: Understanding Shooting Dynamics and the Fundamentals of Gunfitting, with John Skinner
This week, Reid is joined by veteran gunsmith, gunfitter, and shooting instructor John Skinner for a chat about shooting dynamics and the fundamentals of gunfitting. John brings more than 40 years of experience to the discussion and highlights the aspects . . .
Read MoreVideo: Grouseman
For wingshooting guide Steve Grossman, the hunt is about so much more than shooting a limit of birds. Ever since he was a teenager, he has devoted himself to chasing wild birds and training dogs. He is a student of his art, constantly learning . . .
Read MorePodcast: Finding Homes For Unwanted Hunting Dogs, with Trent Leichleiter
Trent Leichleiter of Pheasant Bonanza Hunt Club and Kennel joins Reid to discuss a range of topics, including a childhood in the Midwest, the value of hard work in realizing goals, and the virtues of giving back. Trent . . .
Read MorePodcast: All You Ever Needed to Know About Shotgun Shells, with Mike Stock and Ben Frank of Winchester Ammunition
In his latest podcast, Reid digs deep into shot-shell development with two key members of the Winchester Ammunition Team–Mike Stock, Director of Commercial Sales and Product Management, and Ben Frank, Product Manager. They discuss all . . .
Read MoreHunting Dogs: The Pickup and The Porsche
To many hunters, dogs are like family. After spending countless hours in the car and in the field together, you get to know them as you would a person. You figure out how they think, their physical abilities, and how they like to hunt with you. In the spirit . . .
Read MorePodcast: The Changing Face of Hunting Media, with Nick Larson of Project Upland
Reid speaks with Nick Larson, host of the Project Upland Podcast, and they discuss the changing face of hunting media, guns, birds, and summer in the North. Nick is a Duluth, Minnesota, native and avid grouse and woodcock hunter, plus he serves . . .
Read MorePodcast: Cooking Anything and Everything Wild, with Hank Shaw of Hunt, Gather, Cook
On this episode of the Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast, Reid talks hunting, ethics, food, and connection with noted game cook and author Hank Shaw. Hank, whose Hunter, Angler, Gardener, Cook website is a magnificent resource for any and . . .
Read MorePodcast: Something Old, Something New
Reid reflects on the changing face of upland hunting, lost friends, getting older, and opportunities to connect more immediately with listeners. Another solo podcast, this one culminates in the reading of an essay titled “Something Old, Something New,” . . .
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