THE podcast for force-free gundog training! Hold the Line is committed to helping you to train your dog to an advanced level, using motivational methods and without the use of fear. Or pain. Or anything else nasty.
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Project Upland, in our continued effort to serve our community in new and innovative ways while seeking to lower the barriers of entry into upland hunting, is pleased to publish PROJECTUPLAND.COM ON THE GO. In order to make our content easier to access in more diverse ways, we now publish audio versions of our growing library of online written content. It is our hope that, by creating a new pathway to access the materials we produce, we strengthen our community and bring it closer together.
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The Ugly Dog Podcast celebrates bird dog training, hunting wild places, habitat conservation, and the journeys that bring all three together. Brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co.
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The Upland Rookie Podcast, brought to you by Upland Britts is a podcast not only for those new to upland hunting but for those veteran hunters too. No matter where you are on your upland journey, I hope that this podcast can inspire you in one way or another to get out into the uplands, put some miles on your boots, and follow your favorite bird dog. Through conversations with each guest we will take a deeper look into how each person got started and what keeps them coming back time and time ...
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Welcome to HerUpland, the podcast dedicated to exploring the diverse world of upland hunting and the experiences of women in this exhilarating pursuit. Join us as we delve into the captivating stories, insights, and adventures of female upland hunters from all walks of life. In each episode, we bring you engaging conversations with passionate women who have embraced the call of the wild and developed a profound connection with upland hunting. From beginners to seasoned veterans, we highlight ...
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19. Amanda Ponti - How A Bird Dog Changed Her Life, The Power of Giving Back, and Why You Should Consider Going Lead Free.
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Amanda Ponti dove head first into bird dogs and now there is no looking back. She currently works for Sporting Lead Free and serves on the board of HerUpland. Amanda and Mike discuss her entry into bird dogs, why she chooses to give back so much, why you should consider switching ammo to lead-free options, and how bird hunting inspired a transforma…
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To bird dog aficionados, names like Elhew Snakefoot, Count Noble, Shadowoaks Bo, and Manitoba Rap are well known. But to the average person, the names of dogs in our hall of fame mean absolutely nothing at all. But there are a few dogs from hunting breeds that have achieved fame beyond the bird dog world. Let’s have a look at some of the most celeb…
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18. Jerry Havel - Ruffed Grouse Projections, Developing A Grouse Dog, and A Love For Fine Shotguns
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Jerry Havel runs Pineridge Grouse Camp and is a co-founder of Upland Gun Company. Jerry and Mike take a dive into how the ruffed grouse numbers are looking in Minnesota, how he develops a grouse dog, and why folks should consider a side by side from Upland Gun Company. This episode is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Shop now at UglyDogHuntin…
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September 1 is one of the most popular hunting dates in the United States. In many states, it’s the opening day of dove season, which is the start of upland hunting for many wing shooting enthusiasts. The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) sets a range of dates, season lengths, and bag limits that states can choose from to harvest dove…
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Is it a fuzzy face infatuation that pulls at your heartstrings? Or is it that your dog is a bird-finding machine? For most, it’s probably a combination of the two. When deciding to breed or not to breed, be honest with your motivations. That adorable face comes with heavy liabilities and responsibilities. Unfortunately, the fact that you’re in love…
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In this episode I answer a few listener questions and then waffle about why we need to keep shot unattached to a retrieve for as long as possible. Shot means 'sit'. Like the sit whistle means 'sit'.Jo Laurens
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17. Tyler Webster - Where We Literally Discuss Birds, Booze, and Buds.
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Tyler Webster is the host of the Birds, Booze, and Buds Podcast and we sat down to discuss those exact things. Join Mike and Tyler for a post dinner & drinks conversation that covers the legitimacy of the 28 gauge, getting outside the comfort zone when hunting, choosing the right amount of drive in a dog based on lifestyle on hunting opportunities,…
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A dog conditioned for big runs in the open prairie with relatively flat terrain may not fare as well in the mountains chasing chukar or the thick brambles of the north country chasing ruffed grouse and woodcock. When the training grounds don’t match the hunting conditions, it’s like training for a marathon but running a Tough Mudder instead. The bo…
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Getting a willful, prey-driven hunting dog to heel can be difficult at first. It is one of the most common reasons a handler loses their prize one in the NAVHDA testing system. It’s also one of the reasons owners avoid stimulating environments while walking their dog. The drive within our hunting dogs is the putty from which we play. Because heelin…
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16. Erin Kalpin - Growing Up With Pudelpointers, Raising Her Own Family With Birddogs, Writing, and More.
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Erin Kalpin from Rockcreek Kennels joins the show this week. Erin's father, Scott, started Rockcreek almost 30 years ago and Erin has been along for the ride since. She shares how her dad kept her interested all these years, what it was like transitioning from a career outside dogs back into training full time, and how she's raising her own girls t…
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In this episode, I focus on how to weave yourself and the environment together - rather than thinking about yourself as being in 'opposition' to the environment. All those juicy reinforcers out there are not a threat to your ongoing control of your dog. They are simply more reinforcers you can use to train your dog, with the caveat that they are in…
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Doves are the highest-harvested game bird in the United States, with over 10 million bagged annually. The high harvest rate isn’t surprising, considering dove hunting season is the first hunting season to open for most wing shooters. However, the dove’s widespread range no doubt contributes to the large harvest. They can be found in nearly every st…
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#32|From Research to Reality: Shelby Isensee on Women in Hunting
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Join us in this captivating episode of the HerUpland podcast as Courtney Bastian sits down with the remarkable Shelby Isensee. From their first meeting at Pheasant Fest to Shelby’s recent accomplishments and new role as Midwest Regional CoordinatHer for HerUpland, this episode dives deep into Shelby’s journey, research, and passion for upland hunti…
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15. Misty Klug - Breeding German Wirehairs, Focusing on Temperament, and Trusting Your Training When Testing
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Misty Klug is the owner and operator of Muddy Paws Kennel. She has bred German wirehairs for over a decade focusing on temperament and wild bird hunting. We also discuss her training philosophy around pressure and development. Additionally, she shares the importance of trusting your training and how to reduce nerves on test day. This episode is bro…
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When acting selfishly while playing youth sports, the common phrase “there’s no I in team” was repeatedly thrown around. My coaches insisted I trust others with the ball to develop good teamwork. But giving up the ball didn’t come naturally. I often got “the eye” from my coaches, revealing their disappointment in my lack of team play. They’d use va…
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The recall is an extremely important ritual we have with our dogs. When called, the dog quickly and directly finds its position either in front or to our side. It happily and thoughtlessly finds its position, returning as excitedly as it went out and finishing with robotic consistency; something that has been groomed into it since the day it came h…
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I talk here about my experience with immunotherapy for Ren's extreme allergies. Whilst there seem to be so many people around with itchy dogs, it seems that not many have explored immunotherapy and there isn't much information about it out there....Jo Laurens
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14. Rich Wong - On His Love of Vizslas, Post Hunt Photography, and Learning Sharptail & Hun Patterns
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Rich Wong is a photographer, vizsla lover, and wild bird hunting fanatic. Rich and I talk his best tips for tailgate photos, how he came into vizslas, and the differences between his 2 dogs thus far. We also talk about puppy development, the downsides to overhandling, and the importance of a bird dogs first season. Lastly, we cover Rich's tips to f…
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Like most parents, I hope my children will share my interests so we can enjoy them together. As a passionate upland hunter, I dream of days spent in the field nurturing their curiosity, instilling a desire for conservation, and fostering a profound respect and appreciation for the game birds we pursue. There’s a special kind of magic and responsibi…
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13. Tony Jones - On Writing His New Book - The God of Wild Places, Why He'll Need 2 Dogs to Replace His Lab, and Navigating Failure in Life & Hunting.
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Tony Jones has a new book out - The God of Wild Places, and you should order a copy (The God of Wild Places). Tony is a former pastor, author, conservationist, speaker, and hunter. In this conversation we talk about writing, changing careers, failure, and pheasant hunting in South Dakota. Tony also brags on his lab, Crosby, and shares why he'd need…
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Vintage shotguns can be particular with the kinds of shotgun shells you put through them. In a world filled with high-velocity, heavy payload shells, the difficulty of finding lighter loads can take away some of the allure of owning a classic. But it shouldn’t stop you. There’s something warm and cozy about hunting with a 50-, 75-, or even 100-year…
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Episode 108 - interview with Collette May (another one!)
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I last spoke with Collette back in 2019, pre-Covid. Her life has changed in so many ways over the last 5 years, I wanted to catch up with her again and hear about her new ventures. If you want to connect with Collette, check out her websites midwalesholidays.com and completelygundogs.co.uk - and, if you're looking for a pup, her affix is Windlemoor…
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12. William Bailey - A Conversation Between Brothers Including Empty Dog Collars, Intentionality, Faith, Becoming a Gentleman, and The Wildrose Way.
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William Bailey is a Texan, a hunter, and a proud owner of a Labrador from Wild Rose Kennel. This conversation is a perfect example of how conversations between friends happen when hunting together. This conversation ranges from losing dogs, choosing joy, William's experience with adopting the Wild Rose Way, leaning into faith and friendship, and mu…
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“Suddenly into the middle of the coterie of breeders a bombshell was flung, so startling as to cause a violent upheaval of all the old theories, and a complete revolution in setter breeding, the effects of which have lasted to the present day.” —Walter Baxendale Walter Baxendale’s “bombshell” was a man named Edward Laverack, now universally regarde…
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In May of 2024, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced new rules governing dog imports into the United States. The rules are aimed at standardizing the process between countries and preventing the introduction of canine rabies into the U.S., but the broad-sweeping changes will have lasting impacts on breed clubs that de…
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11. Rob Seilheimer - Pollinators, A Brittany Pup, And The Power of Bird Camp.
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Rob Seilheimer works in fundraising with the Monarch Joint Venture, a non-profit coalition rooted in getting more pollinators and more quality bird habitat on the landscape. Rob and Mike discuss Rob's new brittany pup, Tag, and how adding a bird dog to the mix changes things, finding friends to share hunting camp with and making attendance a priori…
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I describe the way that one part of the Clicker Retrieve process ("Proofing the Hold Against Food") is a powerful tool for teaching a dog not to drop on exiting water. And I help a listener who wants to train both straight line blinds AND 'hunt it up' blinds.Jo Laurens
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I can’t help but stare through the conference room’s glass curtain wall, in awe of some of the world’s most productive wetlands on Earth. This morning, the frozen wetlands are blanketed in snow after this winter’s biggest storms pounded the area, which is great for recharging those wetlands later in the year. During spring, summer, and fall, these …
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10. Nick Larson - On Learning The Differences in His Bird Dogs, Leaning Into Curiosity, Podcasting, and Working with The Upland Gun Company.
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Nick Larson is the host of the longstanding Birdshot Podcast and also works with Upland Gun Company. In this episode we cover an incredible range of topics including his advice for hosting a podcast, learning the differences between his two setters, the importance of mentorship in dog training and hunting, and much much more. This episode is brough…
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Check out as well episodes: Episode 86 - getting focus from your dog outdoors Episode 78 - behavioural trilogy (part 3), the super-drive, hunting crazy dog Episode 72 - behavioural trilogy (part 2), food motivation, allergies, body sensitivity and focus Episode 58 - developing reinforcers before contact with game Episode 38 - puppy exercise and dev…
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My first-ever interaction with an English Springer Spaniel was when my wife, Emily, brought one home. When considering which dog breed our first hunting dog should be, we ultimately landed on the one with which Emily was most familiar. She grew up with Springers, and consequently, that is where we landed. At that time, we weren’t aware of the diffe…
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“Where were you last night?” These words strike fear in nearly all adolescent children. Is the parent simply curious? Was it an ambivalent conversation starter or a knowing and accusatory set up? The answer always lies within the subtle tones, expression, and body language of the parent. The same is true when thinking about the delivery of a comman…
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It’s not quite U.S. domestic politics or dog food, but raise the topic of “force fetch” or its euphemism, “trained retrieve,” and you’ll quickly discover that pointing dog folks have lots of feelings about it. You’ll generally find four camps: a camp of those who say they don’t need it because they don’t need their dog to retrieve but only help the…
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9. Emy Marier - On Reactivating Her Father Into Bird Hunting, NAHRA, and The Adventure of Exploring Public Land.
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Emy Marier is an outdoorswoman who brings her both her nature for analytics and her sense of adventure to everything she does. We discussed her experience in NAHRA, including finding her tribe, the importance of treating a dog fairly in training, and the experience of adding a second dog with a lot more drive. We also discuss her love of 'Prairie R…
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Having dealt with so-called “fine” firearms for decades, the question “What exactly is a ‘best gun?’” comes up a lot. Explaining what a best gun is can be challenging because it’s more of a concept or ethos to building a gun, not something that follows a set of rules or criteria. As such, the term is used quite liberally, especially when it comes t…
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As each year passes, some of us find enough time to raise and finish our dream upland dog. It is an amazing opportunity to have your dog at the ready, all day long, just begging to be educated. Extra time, whether due to retirement or working from home, has inspired many of us to get out there every day and mold our pup into the finest hunting mach…
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This episode was inspired by the debate between Zak George and Denise Fenzi on Instagram recently. Check out their Stories there if you want to hear what they had to say in their own words.Jo Laurens
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8. Angie Coenen - Following Her Dad Afield, The Keys to Training and Testing With Her Spouse, and a Decade of Breeding German Shorthairs.
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Angie Coenen runs Hurricane Kennel with her husband, Paul in Southwestern Wisconsin. We discuss how she got her start following her dad through the pheasant fields of Iowa, how she fell into NAVHDA (now serving in a multitude of roles), her journey breeding top notch German Shorthairs, including the hardship that comes with breeding over a decade, …
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Depending on where in the world you’re hunting turkeys, you may be fortunate to see other remarkable wildlife while you sit and hammer on your box or slate call. You may even have one or two curious predatory critters come into your calls, hoping for an easy meal. For many modern turkey species, their main predators are owls, coyotes, and cougars. …
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If I were to ask you to honestly explain to me your expectations of whoa, what would your answer look like? Would you be okay with the three or four step California roll type whoa, utilizing more than a few commands while throwing in a few choice expletives? You know, the kind of whoa where you turn red while the dog sighs and rolls its eyes at you…
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7. Travis Frank - Focusing on the Process of Building a Bird Dog, Storytelling Through Television, and the Importance of Mentorship in Training
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Travis Frank is the host of The Flush TV Show and Podcast. We discuss his journey bringing home a fire breathing bird dog, Daisy, and learning to work together. He also shares the experience of having Daisy stolen out of his front yard, how he tells stories through television, and the importance of having a mentor in dog training. This episode is b…
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Dogs that have been trained to hold point until the handler arrives will do so partly due to it being cooperative. However, this is mostly due to the dog fearing that if it moves, the bird will fly away. Steadiness comes into play once the dog realizes the presence of its handler. Before initiating the steadiness process, you would have hopefully p…
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You did your homework, picked the right hunting dog breed, and found the breeder who provided you with the genetic package you dreamt of. On the drive home it hits you. Have I prepared for this new puppy? Now what? How do I start? You own the equivalent of a Ferrari but are unsure how to take it for its first spin without scratching it. Too often, …
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6. Logan Weiss - Developing Mindset for Dog Training, Having Patience for a Dog to Develop, and the Toughest of Decisions.
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Logan Weiss is an adult on-set bird hunter whose first dog, Sage, helped him fall in love with dog training and chasing wild birds in wild places. Logan walks us through applying his high level athlete mindset to training and hunting and shares why the Garmin Sport Pro is his favorite e-collar for beginning bird dog trainers. Logan also discusses t…
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Setters are incredible dogs that offer a wide diversity of type, hunting tendencies, and coat colors. Although some may be harder or softer than others, and some pups may be slightly more hesitant to retrieve, there are two constants that remain regardless of breed or strain: their beauty and amazing companionship in the field and at home. Llewelli…
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Sit and stay is a tall order. I don’t know about you, but this is no easy task for me or my bird dogs. Many of us are now quarantined in our homes. I’m sitting here writing this article with four very patient hunting dogs huddled up beside me awaiting anything remotely training related. And so place training is one of the things that can be accompl…
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In this episode, I answer a listener question about dogs trying to bring back multiple dummies. I also talk about the importance of having a rigorous training system which begins with the basics and doesn't just want to jump in with the sexy stuff...Jo Laurens
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5. Nina Hoekstra - On The Power of Solo Travel, Faith in the Outdoors, and Taking the Leap Into Outdoor Media
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We sit down with Nina Hoekstra to discuss her transition from the deer stand to the uplands, strengthening her faith in the outdoors, the power of solo hunting trips (and some pointers along the way), and how she took the leap from her nursing career to build a business in outdoor media. You can follow along her journey on her IG handle - @in.ninas…
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The reverberation of a ruffed grouse drumming during early mornings in spring forests is one of the most magical sounds. When you hear it, it starkly contrasts against all other sounds found in the springtime. Its unique nature provokes human curiosity and admiration. No doubt, that very same feeling we get today is what sparked naturalist John Bar…
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Our bird dog training routine has been completely uprooted, though my dogs are thoroughly enjoying all the extra training. Unfortunately for many people, what would have been the start of training season with friends and professional trainers has now become a stay-at-home DIY situation. Nevertheless, we can take this extra time to get some excellen…
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