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The Bird Dog Babe

The Bird Dog Babe

Hosted by: Courtney Bastian

This podcast highlights women who hunt, train and compete with their bird dogs. We also discuss tips and advice on canine health, breeding, training and nutrition. As well as conservation efforts for public land...

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Episode 021: Montana Master Hunter

Episode #21

Our bird dogs aren't the only ones that can earn a Master Hunter! The Montana Master Hunter Program is creating ethical, educated and effective hunters. Kelly, Chelsee and Nikki walk us through the what, how, why, and...
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Episode 020: Kali Parmley - DIY Hunt Enthusiast and Gun Dog Magazine Editor in Chief

Episode #20

Kali Parmley is the Editor in Chief of Gun Dog Magazine. She is an avid upland and big game DIY hunter. Kali discusses how she got started hunting, her new English Setter puppy, gear and how Gun Dog Magazine is the go...
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Bonus #2- Puppy's 1st Hunting Season & Importance of Bonding

William Bastian of Claddagh Kennel continues this series with training advice starting at 5 months old. He discusses removing distractions and the importance of bonding with your puppy. Using positive reinforcement...
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Episode 019: Chokes, Ammo & Gun Cleaning with Lynne Green

Episode #19

Lynne Green, the Brand Manager of Syren Shotguns joins us to explain chokes, ammunition, gun cleaning and storage.    8:10 Lynne’s start to shooting and hunting 12:00 Finding the right fit shotgun 14:55 Chokes 20:00...
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Episode 018: The Beauty of Hunting Alaska w/ Christine Cunningham

Episode #18

Christine Cunningham won an upland gun at a fundraiser, then decided she needed a bird dog. She engulfed herself in the full hunting experience in a short time. She has a deep appreciation of hunting traditions and...
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Episode 017: Bird Dog First Aid with Dr. Meg

Episode #17

Dr Meg of On Point Veterinary Services, grew up with bird dogs and hunting in Montana. She has a special interest in working dogs. In this episode Dr Meg talks to us about preventative care and why being prepared for...
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Episode 016: In Alignment with DocJackie

Episode #16

'If you want to win, do what the winners are doing'... DocJackie is known worldwide as one of the best in the chiropractic industry. She has a Lifetime Achievement Award and has been inducted into the Chiropractic...
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Episode 015: Let's Talk Taxidermy with Nikki Scheer

Episode #15

In this episode, Nikki Scheer, owner of Twisted Antler Taxidermy and Pro Staff of Huntin' Wives, discusses all things taxidermy. As someone who grew up hunting pheasants in NE with GSP's, she later found interest in...
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Bonus: Building A Better Bird Dog

First episode to bonus series of: Building A Better Bird Dog, with William Bastian of Claddagh Kennel, kicks off with where it all starts, ‘in the whelping box’. The work starts in the breeder’s hands, as they combine...
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Episode 014: A Passion With Purpose, Tracy Kienitz of Xcel Shooting Sports

Episode #14

Tracy Kienitz is a female entrepreneur that recently turned her passion into a business when she opened Xcel Shooting Sports in Kalispell, MT. Her demo range provides the ability to demo shotguns, get fit and receive...
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Episode 013: Good Friends, Good Dogs & Grouse Hunting with Adam Delude and Wiliam Bastian

Episode #13

My two best hunting buddies, Adam Delude and William Bastian, are some of the most hardcore ruffed grouse hunters I know. William and Adam owned and trained 2 of the only 5 dogs to ever achieve the honor of earning...
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Episode 012: Lanny Barnes, 3-Time Olympian & Professional 3-Gun Competitor

Episode #12

Listen as Lanny narrates her story of growing up a competitive and driven athlete on a mission to compete at the Olympics. Lanny is an advocate for educating others about women using guns for protection and hunting,...
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