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
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Logan Webster joins us for a special episode of The Draft on Ten Minute Tuesday. We draft our best blind bag items including many that most people might not be taking with them. Having certain things with you can make or break your hunt and we’ve seen a number of different things that have changed what we keep with us at any given time. Guarantee something in this lineup will save your ass at some point or another! Message us a tell us what your must have items are especially the ones outside the norm. Thanks for listening and please be sure to leave a review on Apple and Spotify! And don’t forget to subscribe.
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
This week the boys are all back together and we keep things light…til the end. We draft the best gas station foods that we eat on duck hunting trips and in the field. Everyone has their go to’s. What’s your lineup if you had to pick three items from the gas station? We talk about some other topics and then get into The Great Debate. Our debate: which is harder to hunt, ducks or geese? We know darn well there are many different opinions about this topic and Joey and Cal go back and forth making their case for each side of the argument. Send us a message and let us know what you think! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe and leave a review!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
When you think about a hunt you’ll never forget, close your eyes and imagine all the little details that make that moment so special. Can you smell gunpowder after the first group of the morning? Did you ride out in a boat by moonlight? There are a hundred different little moments that happen like that on a hunt and they make up an important part of why we love waterfowl hunting so much. Send us a message and let us know what little details you’ll never get out of your head from your favorite hunts. Thanks for following along! Be sure to subscribe everywhere and leave us a review on Apple and Spotify!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
With Cal out this week, Joey and Carter talk about trap shooting and how it relates to shooting birds. Especially in the off season, we’re always looking for ways to improve as hunters. Lots of folks shoot trap to stay sharp with their shotgun. We talk about whether or not this is an effective way to become a better waterfowl shooter. They also talk about the best guys you can bring with you on a hunt, and Joey calls Carters dad. Thanks for listening and watching! Be sure to subscribe to get all of our content!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
This week Joey and Cal get into a heated debate about early teal season and whether or not it has negative consequences on our hunting seasons around the country. There’s lots of opinions both ways and we do our best to show both points of view. We also talk about the worst things that can happen on a hunt that are hunt Enders almost immediately. On another note, Montana FWP is considering opening an 87 mile stretch of the Yellowstone that has been closed to hunting for years. We discuss the pros and cons of doing so and what some of the aftermath may look like if they do. Thanks for listening and leave us a review. Also don’t forget to subscribe!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Hunting a loaf pond can be a little tricky. It’s hard to know how to set the spread and what the birds you’re going to be hunting have actually been seeing. Joey and Cal have some advice to help avoid those birds from short stopping you. We also talk about a few ways you can set decoys to give a more realistic look to your spread. Have questions? Shoot us a DM and let us know how we can help! Thanks for following along and let us know what we can talk about next!
New Waterfowl Film out now! Snow Geese in SD!
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 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
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
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
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
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
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