In the fall of 2020, Orvis President Simon Perkins recognized that his beloved companion, Copa, was coming to the end of her days as a hunting dog. He wanted to give her a chance to return to the Montana prairies of her youth one last time, to . . .
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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: New and Contemporary Side-by-Sides, with Greg Carpiniello
In this installment of the podcast, Reid and Orvis Gunroom Manager Greg Carpiniello seek answers to a listener question about available options for new/contemporary entry-level side-by-sides. Greg and Reid . . .
Read MorePodcast: A Complex Racial History, with Durrell Smith
In this episode, Reid again sits down with Durrell Smith of The Gundog Notebook to discuss the complex role that race has played in the bird-hunting culture of the American Southeast. Recognizing the . . .
Read MorePodcast: Supply and Demand with Greg Carpiniello
Reid and Orvis Gunroom Manager Greg Carpiniello engage in a “State of the Union” conversation, reviewing the trends in the firearms and shooting industries over the past year. Central to . . .
Read MorePodcast: The Purina Pro Plan Series, Episode 2—Pet Food Myths and Misconceptions
On the second collaborative effort between Orvis and Purina Pro Plan, Reid chats with veterinarian Dr. RuthAnn Lobos about the myths and misconceptions that surround the pet food industry. . . .
Read MoreCelebrating a Life Outdoors: Leigh H. Perkins, 1927-2021
Leigh H. Perkins, who purchased The Orvis Company in 1965 and over the next three decades transformed it into one of the country’s most respected sporting, apparel, and dog brands, passed away at the age of 93 on . . .
Read MorePodcast: The Purina Pro Plan Series, Episode 1—a History
This episode of the Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast is the first in an ongoing series of shows delivered in collaboration with Purina Pro Plan. Pro Plan is an institution in the sporting dog world, and Purina’s . . .
Read MoreMoment of Thrill 03.31.21
A round of sporting clays is both great fun and a great way to hone your shooting skills for the field. For instance, the Woodland Course at Orvis Sandanona offers 20 stands, each presenting the shooter with a different challenge. . . .
Read MorePodcast: Durrell Smith of Minority Outdoor Alliance
In this episode, Reid again sits down with Durrell Smith of The Gundog Notebook to discuss the complex role that race has played in the bird-hunting culture of the American Southeast. Recognizing the . . .
Read MorePodcast: Welcoming More Women Into Hunting, with Karen Syron and Nance Ceccarelli
Reid sits down with Karen Syron and Nance Ceccarelli to discuss the unique opportunities and challenges encountered by women in the hunting space. Karen serves as Marketing Manager and Nance serves as a . . .
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