Duck Hunting and Goose Hunting is in our blood and we live it everyday! The Midwest Flyways Podcast is an authentic take on waterfowl hunting from Midwest Flyways. Duck and goose hunting has continued to evolve throughout the years and we aim to connect duck hunting traditions with the future of waterfowling. If you‘re passionate about ducks and geese then come hang with Joey Vassallo and Cal Ness as they talk duck hunting, goose hunting and everything else in between.
Episodes
24 hours ago
MN Hunters Get a Bad Rap, SD Snows
24 hours ago
24 hours ago
This week Joey and Cal talk about why hunters from Mn get so much push back from landowners around the Midwest and what gives us a bad name. “Blue Platers” need a new reputation. We also talk about SD Snows and Joey and Carters recent trip with our buddy Jake Wightman. We draft our best post hunt routines and debate belly up vs. belly down pile pictures. Let us know if you’ve got a debate topic for us by sending us a message on Instagram. Thanks for following along and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
3 days ago
SAVE YOUR HUNT; Nothing’s Going Right
3 days ago
3 days ago
Ever gone out and thought everything was lined up perfectly for your hunt, only to get lunch lined or totally screwed with how the birds are working? Yeah, us too. Most guys start moving decoys and changing the spread but Cal and Joey talk about a few things we’d recommend trying first. Often times, it’s either not your fault at all or changing the hide or spot you’re in can pay huge dividends. Thanks for subscribing and let us know what you’d like us to talk about next!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Jake Wightman; The Elusive Snow Goose
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Jake Wightman is off and running with his guide service Wightman Outdoors. Jake is a dedicated hunter with years under his belt guiding and chasing everything from snow geese to cranes, ducks, canada geese and bear. Joey and our good buddy Paul Heigel ran out to check out his operation in South Dakota and chased snow for a few days. Jake talks about guiding for different animals and birds and his experiences growing his business. They also talk about bear hunting, cranes in MN and some snow goose snacks in the pit blind. If you’re looking for an experienced snow goose guide give Jake a shout and tell him we sent you! Thanks for listening and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Snow Goose Tips w/ Jake Wightman
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Jake Wightman has been chasing snows long enough to know their tricky little games. Joey and Paul Heigel sit down with Jake Wightman to talk about his tips and tricks for being successful chasing snow. And we say chasing because that’s what you’ll be doing. These birds are hard to pattern and harder to kill. If you’re headed out on a snow goose hunt check this one out!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Guys You Shouldn’t Take Hunting, WPA Debate
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Gavin joins Joey and Cal this week and we roll out a new segment: The Great Debate. We debate the WPA laws surrounding motors and motorized decoys. We also draft our list of the last guys you want to take hunting. Joeys got a new baby at home and everyone is healthy and Gavin chats his obsession for coyote hunting. Thanks for listening and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
The NFL Draft
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
The boys talk about the upcoming NFL draft and what teams should do to add the right players. This includes a few things to note from the NFL combine. Gavin takes exception to Xavier Worthy cutting 7 pounds to set the 40 yd dash record and we also talk a little NBA. Karl Anthony Towns is out and the Western conference is wide open. Thanks for listening and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Worst Hunts We’ve Been On
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Cal, Joey and Gavin each talk about one of the worst hunts they’ve ever experienced especially mixed with sketchy situations or weather. There’s nothing worse than a buddy convincing you join them in a situation you wish you could get out of immediately. Send us a message with a story you can think of! Thanks for listening and leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Joey Has Baby Mid Pod, Carter Tells All
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
This week went a little off the rails and we added another member to the podcast about half way through Carters tell all. Meanwhile, Carter talks about his experience getting work in the industry, working with Midwest Flyways and the ins and outs of his start in the outdoor space so far. He even tells us a couple things he’s learned so far which is shocking that he’s learned anything at all. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave us a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Ideal Hunts While Filming
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Cal and Carter break down ideal hunting setups especially for filming birds. We get asked all the time by guys that want to take pictures or videos of their hunts what the best hide and setup is for filming. These are just a few ways we try to set up.
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Sports Guyz Only (Ep. 11) Top 10 QB’s, Trade Rumors
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Gavin gets the podcast started with a question about the most important players on a football field and that leads us into a debated conversation about our top 15 Quarterbacks currently playing. We debate that and then talk a little NBA basketball, college hoops and more. We tried to keep things from getting too out of hand this week! Thanks for listening!
New Waterfowl Film out now! 143 Birds in Canada!
Heirloom Goods for generations to come: RW Coolidge
Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX
Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions
Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear
Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite
Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer
Better Merch: /SHOP