Final Approach Podcast

WHAT CAN YOU LEARN FROM GUYS WITH OVER 100 YEARS OF TURKEY HUNTING EXPERIENCE

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:40:00 -0400

You are going to learn a lot of tips and tactics about turkey hunting in this episode.

We sit down with Duke Turnage and Jeff Scott from Woodhaven Custom Calls and talk turkey tactics from start to finish. Duke has been chasing turkeys for over 50 years and Jeff about 30 years.This is a combination of knowledge that you cannot just tap into. These guys have seen it all and Mario guides you through some scenario’s you might run into in turkey hunting this spring. Lots of great stuff including a few laughs to keep it fun.

IS IT REALLY THE FLOODED CORN THAT IS HOLDING THE DUCKS UP? WELL IT'S NOT!

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:55:00 -0400

If you have joined the heated conversation of is the amount of Flooded Corn ponds holding up all the ducks north of us, all the guys with properties and money and the outfitter in Missouri and all that other talk. We are here to give you straight facts, not hearsay or some report from someone in muck boots that hunts twice a year, and he has not shot anything. We have over 150 years of combined hunting experience on this panel of guests including the lynch pin that ties all of it together. Bobby Digital is his name and he is bringing facts to the discussion. Join us and maybe you will learn something or maybe not. Worth a shot.

LATE SEASON GOOSE TACTICS WITH A SIDEBAR OF FLOODED CORN

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Mario talks with a true goose killer, Missouri's own Byron Hahn about late season goose tactics. He specializes in shooting tons of honkers over water, whether it is frozen or open. They keep the generator and ice ripper companies in business with several going on different properties. Somehow all the talk about late season geese sends Mario and Byron down the rabbit hole of the whole flooded corn controversy and end up spiraling out of control.

Hope you enjoy it.

Talking Waterfowl with an MLB Pro!

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0400

You are going to learn absolutely nothing on this podcast so tune in for the fun. LOL This FA Podcast features Steve Hawkinson, owner of Cupped Custom Duck Straps, and professional baseball player Nick Mears. Steve discusses his custom leather duck straps business, including their recent switch to higher grade materials and a lot more innovation into that market. The conversation covers waterfowl hunting strategies, with Steve and Nick sharing experiences about hunting in California's rice fields and dealing with stale birds. Mario puts his two cents in on stale birds in your area no matter if your hunting public or private so you might learn something that helps you when the birds get stale. The discussion also touched on Nick's recent trade to the Kansas City Royals and his hunting schedule around baseball season. Steve and Mario also ask some wild questions about being in the Show and standing on the mound pitching in the major leagues.

Patternmaster is NOT a Choke Tube! So What is it?

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:56:00 -0400

All choke tubes are the same aren’t they? Hell no they are not! This episode we dig deep in the science of shot and talk Patternmaster tubes, not choke tubes as that is different. Tune it to find out why. If you have questions like; What is a wad stripper and what does it do?, what is your shot string?, what is constriction?, what do you mean all choke tubes are not the same. What you are going to learn on this podcast is some science and technology about your gun and ammo. We talk to Jason Copestick who is the new owner of Patternmaster. Jason worked in sales for them for years and had the opportunity recently to buy the company. Mario on the other hand has been shooting a Patternmaster tube for way too long and knows the ins and outs of the tubes as he also sold them when he worked for a different company years ago. We will walk you through it all. To put it in plain english… If you want less cripples and have more clean kills then this is the podcast for you.

What is your Bucket List Hunt for Waterfowl? | Ep. 89

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0400

What you are going to get out of this podcast is where the coolest birds are to chase in the world. Is it Sweden and the Baltic sea for Eurasian Wigeon, Greenland for King Eiders or New Zealand for Paradise Shell Ducks. Mario is joined by “THE VIKING” Kjartan Lorange from Iceland and Juho Ristikankare from Finland. Mario has hunted with both of them all over the world and between them they have hunted about 20 different countries. We talk about travel destinations and waterfowl bucket list trips. Juho shared his love for chasing anything in the Arctic regions of the world while Kjartan

talked about Alaska, and Mario shared stories about hunting in Canada, Iceland and Sweden. Kjartan voted for Eisenberg Lagoon in Alaska as his number one location to go and hunt while Juho Talked about King Eiders in Alaska or Greenland. Mario was torn on a few like New Zealand, or the

Baltic Sea. The Viking’s bucket list bird is Sandhill cranes in Canada and the unique challenges of hunting these prehistoric birds. Juho is fixated on getting a mature mountable Pintail Drake, while Mario wants a Barnacle Goose or a Paradise Duck pair to put on his wall.

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Northwest Waterfowl Hunting (ft. Blind Chatter Podcast) | Ep. 88

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:30:00 -0400

Mario is joined by Tanner Whitley and Jeb Hartnell from the Blind Chatter Podcast. We dive right into waterfowl season but are quickly turned back to Big Game season for Jeb as he tells us how many deer and elk his camps have harvested this year. Incredible start with big animals, then we move into

waterfowl hunting and what makes the Pacific Northwest such a different place to hunt. We even break down how much we envy the guys in the East and Midwest for what they can do for gear, calls and how they are able to drive into every field unlike us. Lots to take in on this journey through our little waterfowl world out West.

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How to Take Your Waterfowl Photos/Videos to the Next Level! | Ep. 87

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by Adam DeMarchi from Archer Film Co. out of Minnesota. Adam has been filming with Mario and the FA crew going on 6 years. Adam shoots and edits all the Last Pass YouTube series webisodes for FA as well as short content and a ton of still pictures. Adam has some great tips about starting out, taking your photo or video game to the next level and if you want to have a job in the outdoor industry this is what you need to focus on. There are a lot of jobs in the outdoor industry behind the camera and there is a shortage of folks doing it. If you want a shot at it, take a listen. Hope you enjoy it.

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How to use an E-Collar Correctly (w/ Dogtra) | Ep. 85

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by previous guests Pete Fischer from Dogtra and David Bingham an MLS Soccer goalie who Mario trains dogs with to talk about how to properly use your E-Collar. You are going to learn a ton of tips from dog trainers with a ton of experience on how to use your collar, when to use your collar and what will get the most out of your dog by using your collar. This is a direct focus on this tool that can help your dog improve his knowledge, obedience and for safety. There are no bad dogs, just bad trainers so you owe it to your hunting partner to get the best out of him by being the best yourself. Hope you enjoy it.

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How to EASILY Turn Your Waterfowl Dish into a 5 Star Meal! | Ep. 84

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

HOW TO EASILY TURN YOUR WATERFOWL DISH INTO A 5 STAR MEAL?

Mario is joined by Brad Fenson from Alberta Canada. Brad is a world known outdoor writer and culinary master chef. Brad hosts the Harvest Your Own podcast and also posts tons of content there about hunting gear, tips and of course recipes. He can take any animal or bird and turn it into something you cannot believe, and guess what you can do the same. We talk about what is happening with his hunting season so far, bird numbers up in Canada and of course how to make the best meal you possibly can with the game you harvest. Brad give us some great tips and how you can easily make the most of your game while not taking all day to do it. Follow along on some of these tips and the next time you make one of these recipes I can guarantee that folks will not believe it is a wild game animal or bird. Hope you enjoy it.

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Getting Your Shooting Dialed in with Josh Vickers from Federal Ammunition | Ep. 83

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by Josh Vickers from Federal Ammunition. Josh is the Shotshell Product Line Manager for Federal Ammunition so he handles everything from Speek Shok, Black Cloud, UltraSteel, he has control of it all. We talk picking the right shell for you and what you are chasing. We also go down the rabbit hole about chokes, loads, and guns and finding that right combo. Cheat code is to practice, pattern your gun and get lots of reps in. Repetition and rhythm are the name of the game for being a good shot. We also dive into when you are in a shooting slump, how to get out and what got you there in the first place. Lots of good info about ammo and dialing you in for the season. Hope you enjoy it.

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United Kennel Club's Chris Ingram! | Ep. 82

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by Chris Ingram the Publication Manager for the Untied Kennel Club. Chris handles all the publications that the UKC owns which includes the Hunting Retriever and American Field Sportsman’s Journal and more. We talk dogs of course and what the UKC is up to as an organziation and how the times have changed since the organization was founded in 1898............yes 1898. They are all about the relationship with owner-handler-breeder and their dogs and it shows. We talk dogs of course, our special bonds and if your looking for a new dog we talk about some resources to help you pick the right one. We also talk about all the different types of events or traditions you can enjoy with whatever breed of do you have. Even if you have a Feist type of dog. Don’t know what that is, tune in and find out.

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Duck Numbers with Delta Waterfowl! | Ep. 81

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by long time friend Paul Wait, the Senior Communications Manager at Delta Waterfowl. This is one of the best breakdowns of the duck numbers in all my time of seeing them every year. Paul talks about how technology has made counting ducks more efficient and more accurate. We talk about going to a 3 Pintail limit this year and how we are in a good place for this. Lots of myths and incorrect information is put aside with this podcast. Lots to learn on this one, worth the listen.

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How To Get your Duck Dog Ready For The Season! | Ep. 80

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by Pete Fischer from Dogtra and David Bingham who Mario trains dogs with to talk about getting your duck dog ready for the season. We talk simple things to keep your dog in shape, keep them safe and ready for the upcoming season. Pete Fischer has over 30 years of experience training hunting dogs. His knowledge is very wide and has a lot to offer on this podcast. He has done it all from training simple duck dogs, to the highest level of retriever hunt tests. David Bingham has always had a high level retriever from just hunting all the way to the Master national retriever series. Lots of great dog info, hope you learn something and enjoy it.

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How to Become a Waterfowl Icon | Ep. 79

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In the third and final episode of this podcast we discuss Pat making the Field and Stream List of 25 most influential waterfowlers of all time. We discuss the list and what Pat has done in his life to be a part of this list. Pat goes into details about what he did in his past that was wrong and how he changed his ways and what he has done to put more back into our sport than to take from it. Pat talks about some southern hunters that should have been on the list as well that have influenced duck hunting in such a way that it would not be what it is today without them.

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What 40+ Years of Duck Hunting Teaches You | Ep. 78

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In the second episode of talking to Pat Pitt (and Tilly) we go into waterfowl mentors, growing the sport and how we all got to where we are now in the waterfowl world. Joining us is Kjartan Lorange (the viking). He is a close friend of all of us at FA and he has been chasing waterfowl for 40 years. This is a look back in the past and who mentored all of us, what they did and why we are all so consumed with chasing waterfowl. There are some pretty cool stories from Pat on this episode so hope you enjoy it.

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What Almost Killed the Most Famous Duck Spot in America? | Ep. 77

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode we talk Arkansas duck hunting with duck hunting legend Pat Pitt (and Tilly). Pat goes deep into Arkansas duck hunting past and present as well as Claypool’s reservoir. Joining us is Kjartan Lorange (the viking). He is a special friend to FA and our brand and is also our distributor for our products in Iceland. You have seen the famous Claypool Reservoir pictures and videos of about a million Mallard ducks in one place. Well now hear about some of the stories behind the reservoir, the property and what could have stopped ducks from going to that reservoir.

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Why I Almost Quit Hunting in Oregon | Ep. 76

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Mario sits down with Jeb Hartnell and Steve Frketich about hunting waterfowl in the Pacific NW and how challenging it is. Rain, flooding, not being able to drive into any field ever for geese, pushing a cart a mile to hunt them and more. The thing that was new to me when I moved her is permission on a hunt. Have you ever hunted a property where there are 3 potential hunting groups all with permission. The landowner gave us permission, then the second group got permission from the farmer who farms the property, and the third group had permission from the family that rents the house on the property. What a mess! This is a totally concentrated podcast about the ins and outs of Oregon waterfowl hunting. This is Mario’s home state, so this is a personal look at managing waterfowl properties for hunting, the issues with land access for all waterfowl hunters here in the NW and a lot more.

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Why These Guys Don’t Just Hunt Turkeys—They Manage Them | Ep. 75

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Mario sits down with two of the most dialed in turkey managers he has ever come across. Notice we did not say killers, hunters, or any other title. Kyle Powell and Cody Reeves from Washington state are different kinds of turkey hunters. Mario has known Cody since he was 9 years old from the calling contest circuit in the West and met Kyle just a few years ago. These guys are so dialed in with each other and the turkeys on their properties it is insane. The term manager here means they have taken turkey hunting to a new level with their habitat, their monitoring with trail cameras, hunting and trail camera logs of birds coming and going and the times they do it. These guys do everything but shoot them for you and we have never seen anything else like it. Not saying there are not more turkey hunters out there doing this, it just means they are few and far between. If you love turkey hunting and want to take your property, your turkey hunting to the next level this is one to check out for sure.

Tons of cool turkey tips.

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A Look Back at the 2024-25 Waterfowl Season | Ep. 74

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Mario sits down on a video call with Kyle Killen of Weatherby, Tyler Mann of Saskatchewan Goose Company and David Bingham professional soccer player and waterfowl nut. We talk about the “GOAT ROPE” which is what we called this past season. The migration or lack of, the lack of birds, the issues of traveling and challenges to film our Last Pass YouTube series. Why the weather affected the migration so much this year, where the birds were hung up and why we got what we got this year. We are not sure if there will be Tariffs on ducks and geese coming from Canada into the U.S and if we are going to put tariffs on them going back up (lol). We do talk about hunting access for American hunters going up to Canada next fall and what we are hearing as it is going to be interesting.

Decoy Carving SECRETS from 6x Champion Tom Christie | Ep. 73

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This episode Mario sits down with 6 Time World Decoy Carving Champion Tom Christie. We talk about Tom's love for hunting and all of Tom's decoys that he has carved for us at Final Approach. He talks about how he started carving and why he started carving as well as his challenges and what it's like carving a decoy that he has never carved before. We also touch on the tradition of carving and how we can keep that going with younger folks getting involved. Tyler and Kyle from Weatherby also join us as they have a ton of questions for Tom about carving and more. He shares his YouTube channel and how easy it is to start with all the information that is out there.

If you are interested at all in carving anything this is a great place to start.

Big Water, Big Challenges, Big Ducks (ft. Mike Miller & David Bingham) | Ep. 72

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this epic episode, we sit down with Mike Miller from Colorado, who’s been hunting big water since his childhood on the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania—just like Mario. They learned the tough lessons of big water hunting early, and those skills have stuck with them through the years.

But that’s not all! We’re also joined by MLS soccer goalie David Bingham and his trusty dog Nitro, bringing some unexpected fun to the conversation. Plus, Kyle Killen from Weatherby makes a surprise appearance, trying (and failing) to hold a straight face in the middle of the chaos.

We dive deep into the challenges of hunting big water Mallard ducks and other species, sharing pro tips on what it takes to score a successful hunt in these demanding conditions. This episode is packed with laughs, expert advice, and tons of insight—you won’t want to miss it!

Get ready to learn, laugh, and level up your hunting game!

Top Waterfowl Hunters: Who’s on the List? | Ep. 71

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 15:40:00 -0400

Mario talks about a Field and Stream article that was out a few weeks ago. If you did not see it go over to their website or social pages to read it. It was called “The 25 Greatest Waterfowl Hunters of all time”. Their list has call makers, decoy carvers, dog handlers, conservationists and more on it.

Mario sits down with Tyler Mann from Saskatchewan Goose Company and Kjartan Lorange “The Viking” from Iceland to talk about the title of the article and the list of people on it. Between the three guys there is about 120 years of waterfowling experience, so they have been around the game for a while. The guys believe what is really missing from the list is a majority of the “Greatest Waterfowlers Of All Time! Join us as we add to the list and talk about the folks that have kept the Waterfowl Industry going full speed with inventions and products and for the hardcore guys who are the real game changers.

Elliot Snider from Freelance Duck Hunting | Ep. 70

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Join us as we talk to Elliot Snider from Freelance Duck Hunting about content creation in the waterfowl scene, and how the season is going!

All Things Gun Dogs | Ep. 69

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:30:00 -0400

Join us as we talk to Colby Martin, Miss Jesse and Miss Kylie from Black Warrior Gun Dogs in Alabama. We take time to talk about training a duck dog and how far you want to go with it. What are some things to look for in a dog before picking one from a trainer or a breeding. Tons of info on this podcast. If you are a dog person or want to be this is one to start with.

Talking Turkey With Duke Turnage | Ep. 68

Mon, 20 May 2024 15:45:00 -0400

Today Mario is joined by Duke Turnage from Woodhaven Calls. They talk all things turkey and turkey hunting.

Weatherby Sorix Is HERE! | Ep. 67

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:18:00 -0400

A brief summary of this episode

2023 Waterfowl Season Wrap Up | Ep. 66

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:02:00 -0400

A brief summary of this episode

Shotgun Ammo Facts & Fiction (w/ Dan Compton) | Ep. 65

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 21:23:00 -0400

A brief summary of this episode

Expert Scouting Tips w/ Leupold Optics | Ep. 64

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:37:00 -0400

A brief summary of this episode

Hunting Waterfowl With Your Favorite Partner | Ep. 62

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 06:05:00 -0400

Today Mario is joined by Alex Langbell from Gundog Outdoors to talk hunting dogs.

Preparing Your Shooting For The Season w/ Weatherby | Ep. 61

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Today Mario is joined by Kyle and Tyler from Weatherby to talk all things shooting.

Waterfowl Ammo w/ Federal Premium Ammunition | Ep. 60

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:46:00 -0400

Today we are talking all things waterfowl ammunition with the guys from Federal.

New Zealand Duck Hunting | Ep. 59

Tue, 02 May 2023 20:58:00 -0400

A brief summary of this episode

The Dream Team – Hall of Fame | Ep. 58

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Mario is joined by 3 of the 4 decoy carvers for Final Approach. In this episode everything comes full circle and everybody jumps into a waterfowl hunting conversation.

The Dream Team – How World Champions Carve Decoys | Ep. 57

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:52:00 -0400

Mario is joined by 3 of the 4 decoy carvers for Final Approach. They discuss their techniques for creating first place prize winning carvings. Grab a notepad and a block of wood and get ready to carve like the champs.

The Dream Team – Origin | Ep. 56

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 22:10:00 -0400

Mario is joined by 3 of the 4 decoy carvers for Final Approach. They discuss all things hunting and decoys.

MLS Pro & Waterfowl Hunting Fanatic (David Bingham) | Ep. 55

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:12:00 -0400

The FA Podcast is graced with a professional athlete in this episode. Mario is joined by a new friend of his who is a waterfowl junkie but lives a totally different lifestyle than most of us. David Bingham is a professional Soccer player for the Portland Timbers and waterfowl nut case. We talk about what his life is like playing a professional sport, then having his off-season during waterfowl season so he gets to chase birds constantly. His love for snow goose hunting started in California and has grown more and more each year. The white addiction has been rough for David as it has gone from having hundreds of snow socks, to thousands of socks and one trailer, then escalating to full body snows filled in one trailer and socks and more in another trailer. The struggle is real for a snow goose guy……………up at 3am, grinding all day with a big spread to put out and pick up, cleaning lots of birds to everything in between. David is also a hardcore dog trainer and that came from an early age with his dad who was in the dog training game a long time ago. He runs a race horse, not a duck dog! Nitro is every bit of what his name is, he is fast, long and lean and built to motor. We discuss how much time training takes up and what the results can be like once you have that fully trained and committed dog. Great fun on this podcast and a different perspective on waterfowl hunting.

The Secrets Of Optics For Duck Hunters | Ep. 54

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 04:50:00 -0400

On this episode of the FA podcast Mario is joined by Tim Lesser, the Vice President of Product Development and Marketing. Tim started in the outdoor industry as a big game guide in the West and worked his way up the ladder at Leupold, the leading brand in optics in the world. Mario has known Tim for over 15 years and they have always kept in touch and hunted whenever possible. Tim and his wife Riza enjoy waterfowling when they get the chance to go so we try and get them out any time we can. Mario has always used Leupold products as the home office is only 15 minutes away from home in Oregon and he has always had friends working there that liked to duck hunt and get out in the woods. The time was perfect to strike up a partnership and make Leupold one of our Web Series Partners. This year will be the first year that you will see the famous Leupold logo on “THE LAST PASS” Web series on YouTube.

We talk about the Leupold brand, the strict quality control it has and what makes it the most successful brand in rifle scopes, binoculars, rangefinders and now protective eyewear. Tim hands off some great insight on what all those numbers mean on your binos or rifle scopes and how you can use those to pick your next pair of glass or make sure you get what you need for the job you are doing. Lots of great information about using optics in waterfowling and a few hunting stories to go with all that info. Hope you enjoy it.

European Hunting Tour pt. 1 - Finland & Sweden | Ep. 53

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:53:00 -0400

On this Episode of the FA Podcast Mario’s guest is Juho from Uittokalusto which is one of FA’s biggest distributors. They are located in Finland and we had the chance to head there for an unreal bucket list trip. Mario started his trip in Finland, then to Sweden and last but not least Iceland. This podcast focuses on Finland and Sweden and the species of birds, the seasons and the unbelievable time they had in Europe on this trip. They talk about the incredible dog work and how Finland and Sweden have a rich dog hunting tradition. They have dogs for hunting deer, moose, waterfowl and more. Definitely some species were checked off the bucket list. Get a first hand look into hunting waterfowl in Europe.

The Newest Shotgun For Waterfowlers | Ep. 52

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 16:51:00 -0400

On this episode of the FA Podcast Mario talks with the guys from Weatherby as they launch their new 18i shotgun, 3 inch model. They run through the specs of the gun, using it up in Canada and the trips that the guns were used on. We are also introduced to the new Weatherby Marketing director, Tyler Grethen. He is another bird fanatic as well as a big game chaser so we talk about the Weatherby shotgun line up, what is happening for the company and some things coming in the future. If you are looking for a new shotgun listen to what we have to say about this legendary brand and what they are up to. You might just find yourself a new model to put in the safe.

The Carver of our Full Body Honkers | Ep. 51

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – On this FA Podcast we talk to the final carver in the Final Approach carving team. Tom Christie, from Nebraska started carving in 1986. He is a 6 Time World Decoy Carving Champion and his eye for waterfowl and birds is unmatched. Tom not only carves and paints with the best in the world but his sketches before he starts carving are world class as well. We talk about those sketches and how they were so good and thought people would like them that we put them on some of our FA t-shirts this year. Tom has done a lot for FA including our Live Wigeon, Live Pintails, Live Gadwall and coming soon to a store near you, the brand new Live Full Body Honker decoys. They will be in a class all itself when they arrive this fall. We discuss his new book that is out, his website with all the instructional videos as well as how much he likes getting out in the field like all of us and hunting.

The Man Who Carved our Hollywood | Ep. 50

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:21:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This week we keep our Final Approach Carver podcasts going with Jamie Welsh. Jamie is a 3 Time World Decoy Carving Champion. He started carving in 1988 and won the Worlds in 2002 for Black Belly Whistling ducks, in 2005 for a Black Brant and in 2014 for Pie Billed Grebes. Jamie is a very accomplished carver and we talk about his influences in carving and who helped him along the way. We talk about all the FA decoys he has done for us that are just incredible. The Northern Shovelers or Spoonies, the Full Body Snows, Blues and Full Body Specklebellies as well as the brand new Live Lesser Canada Geese that are just hitting the market now. Jamie has an eye for detail and is never satisfied but I can tell you all of us are. Hope you enjoy spending some time with South Carolina’s own.

He Made Our #1 Selling Decoy | Ep. 49

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 22:40:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Today we are joined by Wayne Simkin, two time World Decoy carving champion. Wayne has been a part of the Final Approach carving team since we started bringing the brand back. We talk about what got him into carving and all the details he looks at when carving birds. We enjoy his passion for carving and listening to him talk about his favorite birds to hunt and to carve. Wayne has carved our #1 selling decoy, The Last Pass Canada Goose floaters. He has also done our Last Pass Speck, Snow and Blue Floaters. He has also carved our Greenwing, Bluewing and Cinnamon Teal decoys. We even get into talking about what is new for this year from Wayne. They are the Live Honker Floaters with several different packs and poses to choose from.

The Man Behind the Decoys | Ep. 48

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast Mario talks to Pat Godin, 17 time World Decoy Carving Champion. Pat grew up in Ontario Canada and carved his first fishing lure when he was 11. Pat has been carving in the professional world since 1976. He won his first carving championship that year and has added 16 more to his trophy case. We talk to Pat about all the Live Mallards and Black ducks he has carved for us and the brand new Live Wood Ducks coming this fall. Pat is a special person not only in the carving world but also about his degree from university. Pat has a Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology and when he graduated he did some work at the famed Delta Waterfowl station in Manitoba. Pat’s knowledge for Waterfowl and Mallards especially goes much farther than just carving.

Hoke Outdoors | Ep. 47

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:59:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast we are joined by Thomas Hoke from Hoke Outdoors. He is part of the Flyways collective and is an influencer for FA. He hails from Virginia which is not on most folks top 10 for waterfowl hunting but Thomas says he gets it done and there are enough birds in the state to enjoy it. We talk about the public opportunities in Virginia and what it is like hunting that state. We also take a look into what Thomas is doing now that he is out of college and in the real world. He wants to pursue a life in the hunting industry just like many folks but it takes hard work to climb the ladder of success. Last on the episode is we talk about what Thomas has planned for this year as he steps up his YouTube channel with more or different kind of content.

Electronic Shooters Protection | Ep. 46

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 19:25:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This podcast we are joined by Jack Homa from E.S.P. or Electronic Shooters Protection. Jack spent 23 years in the Telecommunications industry, then he bought E.S.P. in 1996 and has been making hearing protection since. Jack is an end user, a hunter, and avid shooter, so we get firsthand stories and experiences from him on the products. Mario on the other hand has no background in this category except he has bought or used just about every product out there for hearing protection. We talk about all the hearing loss hunters have and the challenges that waterfowlers have with picking the right hearing protection and still being able to call, hear the birds and communicate with all their buddies while hunting. Hearing loss in shooters and hunters is no joke so do yourself a favor and take a good look at products like this and get the info you need to make a decision on what works best for you. There has been huge advancements in the technology to protect our hearing so give this episode a listen while you still have all your hearing intact.

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Whiskey Sloughs Outfitters | Ep. 45

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:46:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This week's podcast we are joined by the guys at Whiskey Sloughs Outfitters in Nebraska. These are a bunch of young guys making a huge step to live their dream of being in the waterfowl industry guiding clients on the famous Platte River. They specialize in Mallards, Honkers, and Lessers in the fall and then have a great layout for spring Turkeys on the creek bottoms in the Cornhusker state. We talk about their operation, what is so special about it and how they are going to do everything they can to put you on the birds if you head there. They have tons of drive and enthusiasm for waterfowl and that fits in great for us.

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Elliott Snider from Freelance Duck Hunting | Ep. 44

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 20:13:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – On this week’s FA podcast we are joined by Elliott Snider from Freelance Duck Hunting. He got started on his YouTube channel a long time ago and it was just to save his memories and to log statistics and hunt numbers. We talk about him pushing his hunting to the next level with more specific gear for more opportunities. The more tools you have in your hunting tool box the more you can be prepared for what the season throws at you. Lots of laughs, tips and different topics in this episode.

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High Prairie Sportsmen with Matt Zvolanek | Ep. 43

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:41:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast we are joined by Matt Zvolanek of High Prairie Sportsmen to talk about his YouTube Channel, how he got started and what he focuses on in his videos and content. We talk highlights of last year’s trips, what he is looking forward to this fall and what birds he has not checked off his hit list. Lots of tips and tactics for hunting public land as Matt’s videos are at least 90% on public land.

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California Duck Hunting with Mid Valley Mercenaries | Ep. 42

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 20:53:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast we are joined by Titus Headings who is the face of the YouTube Channel, Mid Valley Mercenaries. He also has a podcast called the MVM show. Based out of California, Titus and his crew chase birds and are as addicted as we are about decoying birds in the hole. We talk about his past and how he got started on YouTube and their affiliation with FA. He is serious about waterfowl hunting and is no secret. We talk about dogs, boats and other gear that are very important in the way he hunts and what he does.

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Federal Ammunition’s 100th Anniversary | Ep. 41

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 17:51:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – On this episode of the Final Approach Podcast we are joined by JJ Reich Senior Media Relations Manager at Federal Ammunition. We discuss the 100th anniversary of Federal Ammunition and all the accomplishments and innovations that have come from this incredible company . We start at the first shotshells made in Anoka MN in 1922 and how some of the original machinery and buildings are still being used. We take a walk down memory lane going back 100 years of ground breaking products in shotshell, rifle and handgun ammunition as well as a few industry standards that are still in place today. We also talk conservation and how important Federal has been on keeping all of us in the field chasing our passion. Federal has also supported our law enforcement and government agencies as well as had a huge hand in helping in the war efforts. Lots of great information if you are wing shooter, gun nut or just love hunting and history.

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Snow Goose Hunting | Ep. 40

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 20:59:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast Mario is joined by one of our long-time friends of the FA family. Brad Fenson is a freelance outdoor writer who has chased every critter on this planet. He loves waterfowl hunting and is very knowledgeable especially with Snow geese. He is a master at talking about and setting decoy spreads for the white devils and is a master chef at cooking them once we pile them up. It is great to catch up with him as the snows are just arriving in his home province of Alberta Canada. Hope you join us for some great tips and talk about spring snows and chasing them.

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History of FA: The FA Party is Ending – John Vaca | Ep. 39

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 18:24:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to John Vaca who worked closely with Jeff Foiles and the Bushnell team to grow the FA Brand and keep it a relevant waterfowl brand through the good and bad. John saw this iconic brand get picked apart and come to a slow death in the grips of the corporate world. This was a major step in the final chapter of the old FA Brand as we know it.

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History of FA: How the Waterfowl West was Won – Bill Saunders | Ep. 38

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 23:10:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – In an attempt to appeal to all waterfowlers FA makes a move to put Flyway icons in the spotlight. Bill Saunders of Bill Saunders calls and Big Guns Waterfowl is our guest as we talk the early years of FA as Bill was there through the thick and thin of fit. He saw the sale of the company 4 times and saw the ups and downs of the brand and stuck with it. He grew his name and his business and helped FA grow in Western waterfowl market.

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History of FA: FA Brand’s Rock Star Jeff Foiles – Pt.2 | Ep. 37

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:58:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – In this episode we talk about Jeff’s first split with FA, his very brief stint at Avery and why he came back to Final Approach. We dive into the retail war that was going on at this time between waterfowl companies, call makers, big names and more. This is one podcast not to miss.

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History of FA: FA Brand’s Rock Star Jeff Foiles – Pt.1 | Ep. 36

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 21:58:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Jeff Foiles who’s rise in the waterfowl world was a grind and turned into Rock Stardom once he hit. He was the face of the brand for years and had his own signature series blinds and gear. He was an integral part of the evolution of FA. We talk about his early years working as an iron worker and doing waterfowl on the side and how getting involved in the waterfowl business changed his life.

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History of FA: The Migration of the FA Brand – Lee Kjos | Ep. 35

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:17:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Lee Kjos, one of the hunting industry’s master photographers. Lee is a marketing genius and was instrumental in the next step of the Final Approach branding with logos, videos, print advertisements and more. This is also the time that Kolpin and Final Approach are sold to Bushnell outdoors and it begins a new era for FA as they get into the decoy market and start building other items. There are a ton of changes at the brand and Lee is involved in a lot of them including having Jeff Foiles become the face of the FA Brand.

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History of FA: FA’s Brand Man – Duke Levan | Ep. 34

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 18:59:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – In this episode we talk to Duke Levan who helped Ron with the original frame design and he built the first Eliminator frames for Ron on the samples and the first run of production blinds. Duke was a very close friend of Tim Grounds and they hunted and filmed with each other for years and created a special bond. You will hear some great stories about Tim and the crew and a lot of insight into the beginning of the FA brand and how the waterfowl industry grew after the creation on the layout blind.

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History of FA: Oregon Strong w/ Dave Smith | Ep. 33

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:14:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Dave about the timing of Final Approach’s launch and how that helped push Dave and the DSD decoy line into a national brand. This all happens at a time when innovation in the waterfowl category is at an all-time high and other brands emerge and that makes the waterfowl category’s growth tremendous. We talk about our original FA Eliminator blinds and how incredible they were and how ours are still in working condition after 25 plus years. Lots of great stories and info in this podcast.

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History of FA: The First Pro Staffers w/ Fred Zink | Ep. 32

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:59:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Fred Zink of Zink Calls and Avian-X on the early years with Ron Latschaw and Final Approach, and when he left FA to go to a new company called Avery Outdoors. They would end up being FA’s main competitor and this would turn into a retail war. This was the start of the boom of the waterfowl industry with all the icons and big names in the industry that would be in charge of a lot of major companies in the future. Fred also has more Tim Grounds stories than anyone in the industry and once you hear one Grounds story you think that is the funniest you have ever heard, until you hear the next one. LOL. This is a podcast you do not want to miss.

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History of FA: An Inside Look at FA w/ Darren Lundy | Ep. 31

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:44:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Darren Lundy who is one of Ron’s closest friends as we look back at the start of the company. They traveled together and hunted together so get an inside look at the start of the company that really was created out of one hunters idea to hide better and be more effective at hunting waterfowl. We will talk about the next evolution with Kolpin, growing a national brand, dealing with shareholders and the corporate side of the business and what he saw Ron and the crew go through.

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History of FA: The Growth of the FA Brand w/ Ron Latschaw | Ep. 30

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:43:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk about the progression of the FA brand and how things changed after Ron sold the company to Kolpin Outdoors. He was designing more products and had help from a bigger company with marketing, research and all the assets of a big company. There were some tough times as well dealing with corporate America but those were all challenges Ron fought through. We talk about all the marketing of the Videos like Full Moon Fever that were cornerstones of the industry. Tim Grounds of Tim Grounds Calls, Bill Saunders of Bill Saunders Calls, Cory Hamrick and Marcus Flesher of the Original Hardcore decoys in Idaho and more. It was a great time in the industry and the start of things to come.

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History of FA: Ron Latschaw – The Layout Blind Inventor | Ep. 29

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 19:32:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We talk to Ron Latschaw the Father of the FIRST Layout Blind. He first created the Slider Blind that turned into the mass produced Eliminator Layout blind and this changed waterfowl hunting for years to come. We will talk about the original slider blind and why he created it and what he was thinking when he did. We also talk about all the other companies that were pushed forward in the waterfowl category with the emergence of FA. Learn about the start of a great company and how it changed the waterfowl world and the whole hunting category.

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Waterfowl Hunting in Canada | Ep. 28

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 20:35:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This week’s FA Podcast join Mario as he talks to Rob Reynolds from Ranchland Outfitters in Alberta Canada about crossing the border this year with Covid and all the protocols. It is not as hard as folks think so we run through all the things you need to know and what you need to prepare for before heading across the border and also returning to the U.S.

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Take Better Photos | Ep. 27

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 14:19:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode of the FA Podcast is all about getting better with your camera in the field. We are joined by Lefty Ray Chapa, who is an award winning freelance outdoor photographer/writer from San Antonio, TX. His focus is very narrow as he only covers anything to do with a shotgun or a fly rod. Currently he pens the “Lefty’s Blind Bag” column for the American Waterfowler magazine and is the contracted photographer for the Clay Target Nation magazine. We will cover everything from using your cell phone to stepping your game up with a point and shoot camera and then the ultimate photo geek cameras with different lenses and options. This is for the person who wants to start taking photos in the field or someone who wants to get better.

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Crow Hunting part II | Ep. 26

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:33:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Join us as we talk to the “CROWMAN” and the Kraw Militia as we talk tips, tactics and smacking crows. Todd Gifford is an avian pest control specialist from everything from pigeons to crows. Todd walks the fine line of hunting and extermination and uses every angle and trick in the book to get the leg up on these birds. Scouting, concealment, calling and even the time of day you are going to hunt plays a huge roll in the outcome of a shoot.

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Crow Hunting | Ep. 25

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 19:31:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – If you are not familiar with crow hunting or the name Bob Aronson I can tell you they go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly. Bob has seen, chased and killed more crows than most men alive. He has wrote books, done videos, chat pages, forums and more to help educate hunters on chasing these intelligent birds. Bob has chased crows for over 40 seasons and has surpassed 150,000 crow kills. A legend is not a strong enough word as this takes dedication, knowledge and a ridiculous amount of passion. If you are looking to have some other kind of wing shooting and decoying success when waterfowl season is over this is for you.

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Prepping for a Good Snow Goose Season | Ep. 24

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:47:00 -0400

Oregon, USA - We will be joined by two of the best snow goose hunters I know in the field. Brad Fenson, freelance outdoor writer and one of the best wild game chefs on our continent from Ardrossan Alberta Canada and Steven Hawkinson from the Sacramento Valley and owner of Kupt Up Custom Duck Straps. We will talk decoy spreads, calling, concealment and more. Scouting is also a key in different parts of the U.S. and Canada as there are a few factors that are important in some areas and not as important in other areas. Pray for wind though, so we can get them in tight!

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Late Season Dark Goose Strategies | Ep. 23

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:51:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – We will be joined by some of the FA influencers around the country to talk late dark goose tactics. If you still have some time to chase some dark geese with a late season, join us as we go over some strategies that might help you put a few more Canada geese in the bag. We will take calls, tips and input from anyone around the globe that has a late dark season to see what they are doing to make these late season hunts memorable.

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Outdoor Limits | Ep. 22

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 18:23:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode we talk about the struggle of waterfowl season and the ups and downs. Joining us is Josh Peck from Outdoor Limits. Josh is a up and coming young gun with a big Youtube following for his waterfowl videos.

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Choke Tubes w/ Patternmaster | Ep. 21

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:08:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This episode deals with wing shooting and maximizing your firearm for your days in the field. There is one product that I cannot leave the house with and that is my Benelli SBE III with my Patternmaster Decoy Tube in it. There is no substitute for the technology in this product and how it performs. This is a very technical product and if you do not shoot one sit in and listen to what it can do for your waterfowl hunting. Less cripples, more clean kills, less tired dogs.

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Dog Training Tips | Ep. 20

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 15:34:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Join us as we visit with Josh Miller, owner of Riverstone Kennels in Wisconsin and a Field Specialist for SportDOG. We talk about gun dogs both young and old and getting yours ready for the season and how to keep him going during the season. Lots of tips, tricks and help you with your dog. This is very close to us as we have Jett our 7 month old Black Lab who is going into] his first season. Lots of great info, hope you check it out.

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SportDOG | Ep. 19

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:40:00 -0400

Oregon, USA - We talk to Josh Miller of Riverstone Kennels in WI. He also works for SportDOG and has a love of retrievers like we do as waterfowlers. We talk about getting a new pup started and on his way and some common mistakes. This is selfish for me as I get 4 month old Jett up to speed and make sure I am doing all I can as the trainer to make sure we both are learning the right way to do things. We also talk about duck dogs in general and training tips to keep your dog in tune.

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Michigan DNR & Waterfowl | Ep. 18

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:17:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Michigan DNR biologist Joe Robison is a long time friend and waterfowler with some great insights into waterfowl biology, habitat and behavior. We talk about the duck migration and how it has changed and the factors that go into that change. We talk different food sources and what the birds look for at different times in the season. We also just talk the love and tradition of waterfowl hunting and what the state of Michigan has to offer.

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Refuge River Seed | Ep. 17

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 16:39:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Join us as we talk to Chris from River Refuge Seed Company about getting in the dirt to feed those ducks. What seeds they have and how they can help you maximize your property. This is one of the most informational podcasts about planting for waterfowl and what you can plant to increase the numbers of waterfowl that visit your property.

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GunDog Outdoors | Ep. 16

Mon, 18 May 2020 20:08:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This week's guest Alex Langbell of Gundog Outdoors. We're talking all things dog related and what Alex's mission is with his company...dog safety. All the products he is making is to keep your dog safe and protected while in the field. He has several new products which we will discuss as well as hunting tips and in the field tips for your hunting partner.

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Last Pass Mallards & Kupt Up Leather Goods | Ep. 15

Tue, 12 May 2020 14:07:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – JOIN US AS WE SHOW OFF THE FIRST NEW PRODUCT FOR FINAL APPROACH TO HIT THE SHELVES. THE LAST PASS MALLARD FLOATER 12 PACK. BIG VALUE AND DURABILITY IN A SMALLER DECOY SO YOU CAN ADD NUMBERS TO YOUR SPREAD OR PACK THEM IN. WE ARE ALSO JOINED BY STEVE HAWKINSON FROM KUPT UP CUSTOM LEATHER GOODS. STEVE MAKES SOME OF THE MOST BADASS LANYARDS, GAME STRAPS AND DOG COLLARS

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Benelli | Ep. 14

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 15:20:00 -0400

Oregon, USA - Join us as we talk to the "VIKING" who is the Benelli distributor in Iceland and has been a friend of ours for a long time. We will talk about the new BE.S.T. Technology on the Benelli firearms. This is a ground breaking technology that will last a lifetime.

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Delta Waterfowl | Ep. 13

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:12:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – This week we visit with Joel Bryce from Delta Waterfowl. Joel has worked there for 20 years and we talk about what is going on with hunter recruitment and hunter numbers and the state of waterfowl. We talk about what we all can do to help insure that our waterfowl tradition is around for the next generations to enjoy.

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Benchmade Knives | Ep. 12

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:39:00 -0400

Oregon, USA - This week on the FA Live Podcast we are joined by my good friend Anthony from Benchmade Knives in Oregon. We talk new products from Benchmade and why their American Made knives are "YOURS, FOR LIFE". As always our podcasts take some left turns as we talk about spring and fall hunting and anything else that comes to mind.

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Camp Chef | Ep. 11

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 14:25:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy is joined by Brooks Hansen of Camp Chef. We talk recipes, cooking, grilling, food prep, marinades and all that. What simple mistakes we make cooking wild game and how we can get more confident in our cooking by just changing a few things. Lots of info to use on what meat you have sitting in your freezer.

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Federal Premium Ammunition | Ep. 10

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:53:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy: On the April 1st or April Fools episode of the FA Podcast there are no gags or jokes. We talk to Daniel Compton of Federal Premium Ammunition about what is new for turkey season, as well as what is new for the upcoming waterfowl season. Lots of talk about choke tubes and combinations to help you maximize the great ammo that Federal makes. Great information from one of the oldest and best shotshell manufacturers in the business.

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Scouting – with Leupold Optics | Ep. 09

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 18:48:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy: On this episode of the FA Podcast, we are joined by Shawn Skipper from Leupold Optics. We discuss some tips on picking the right pair of binoculars for scouting. We go over different magnification and objective size and advantages to a good pair of glass. We also talk about the new Performance Eyewear they have coming out on the market. They are not sunglasses these are range certified eyewear with a stylish look. Lots of laughs and information.

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Corona Virus & Boredom | Ep. 08

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 19:39:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy: this episode of the FA Podcast has us in a bit of a bind. The Covid19 virus is ramping up and staying home is asked of everyone. We talk to Brad Fenson—outdoor writer and definitely a survivalist on how he is spending his time and what we all can do to make the time pass in this rough time. We share some laughs, some hunting stories and try to help anyone bored out of their mind at home.

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Outdoor Writer Brad Fenson | Ep. 07

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 22:51:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy talks with Brad Fenson—freelance outdoor writer, accomplished hunter and shooter as well as a culinary wiz. We talk about some of our hunting trips this past season, the ups and downs as well as cooking tips for your freezer full of meat. Brad has some excellent tips on cooking wild game especially ducks, geese and cranes. We talk about what it takes to make these dishes work. Cooking prep, your marinade or rub and cooking time. All these factors will effect your dish. The use of goose and duck fat or simply leaving the fat on your birds when you cook them. Camp Chef smoker vs a grill and what a little smoke can do to a dish. Tons to learn from this episode and we will definitely have an episode 2 with this guy. Final Approach

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FA Founder Ron Latschaw | Ep. 06

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:49:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy talks with the creator and founder of Final Approach, Ron Latschaw. Topics discussed: the ideas for the first layout blind, what is a slider, making quality products, getting into decoys, the layout blind market, calls, and the growth of FA. Final Approach

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Patternmaster Choke Tubes | Ep. 05

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 16:11:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy talks with Chip from Patternmaster Choke Tubes. Topics discussed: how a choke tube functions, benefits of aftermarket tubes, shot strings, different tubes and ammo, patterning, and how is Patternmaster different. Final Approach

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Decoy Carver Pat Godin | Ep. 04

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 17:49:00 -0400

Liberty, MO – Mario Friendy sits down with World Champion carver Pat Godin and Chandler Smith from Rogers Sporting Goods. Topics discussed: the passion for ducks, the story of Pat and how he got started in carving, the different carving competition categories, decoy detail, how to get started in decoy carving, getting a degree in mallards (literally), how the decoy market has changed over the years, the different types of wood for carving, types of paint, the tools of carving, and the difference in the NEW Live Series Mallards from FA. Final Approach

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GunDog Outdoors | Ep. 03

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 16:57:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy talks with Alex Langbell from GunDog Outdoors, migration reports, who's froze up and who's not, FA Fridays, whoop grass, the red vs blue FA logo, moose meat, GunDog Outdoors products. Final Approach

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New FA Duck and Goose Calls | EP. 02

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 18:39:00 -0400

Oregon, USA – Mario Friendy talks flyway reports, four leg ducks, colder weather, sound files of the new FA calls on YouTube, lots of new FA products hitting the website, and the new FA calls. Final Approach

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Canada Hunt Giveaway | Ep. 01

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 13:03:00 -0400

Oregon, USA - Mario Friendy talks with Riley Doman, the winner of the FA Canada Hunt giveaway. Topics discussed: eating way too much, shooting sandhill cranes, how did you get into waterfowl hunting, Ross geese, trip highlights, Q & A from the live podcast, and the FA outlook. Final Approach

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