Episode 52: Clays N' Wings with Stephen Biello

Episode 53: Tattoos, Ruffed Grouse, and Bird Dogs with Jake Maricle

Jake Maricle grew up in the small town of Arcade, New York, and has spent the last 15 years honing his craft as a tattoo artist. About four years ago, he opened Old Gold Tattoo in nearby Yorkshire, building a name rooted in hard work and creativity. Outside the shop, Jake’s passion runs just as deep in the uplands—running three bird dogs, Rif, Kreek, and Brook, and chasing grouse across New York’s North Country, where he recently established “The Grouse House.” He now serves as president of the Appalachian Plateau Ruffed Grouse Society chapter and volunteers with Delta Waterfowl, all while continuing to give back to the hunting community that helped shape his journey. Topics Covered: * Jake's journey into the uplands * Discovering his gift for art * What he loves about tattoo art * New York ruffed grouse hunting * Jake's unique, prehistoric dream hunt Connect with Jake https://share.google/XvFvn4TBMkOMqniO3 [https://share.google/XvFvn4TBMkOMqniO3] https://jake-maricle.square.site/ [https://jake-maricle.square.site/] Proud Sponsors: Gundog Central [https://gundogcentral.com/] Ballad of the Bird Dog [https://www.balladofthebirddog.com/]

Episode 52: Clays N' Wings with Stephen Biello

Stephen Biello grew up in the heart of South Philadelphia, just steps from the historic Italian Market, where his love for animals—and eventually hunting—first took root. Despite not coming from a hunting family, he carved his own path into the uplands through sheer grit, mentorship from neighborhood hunters, and a deep passion for bird dogs. From chasing the last of Pennsylvania’s wild pheasants to developing standout dogs like his Drahthaar Angel and Irish Setter Sage, Stephen’s journey is built on experience, loss, and loyalty. Today, he’s a sporting clays instructor, a dedicated dog man, and working his way back to the field after a life-altering illness—all with a young Wirehaired Vizsla leading the next chapter. https://claysnwings.com/ [https://claysnwings.com/]

Episode 51: Upland Student to Advocate with Colleen Foehrenbacher

From the hardwoods and creek bottoms of Northeast Ohio to the prairies and big woods of Minnesota, Colleen Foehrenbacher found her way into hunting in a way that’s becoming more and more important to the future of our community—she came to it as an adult. Raised in a family that valued nature, wildlife, and especially birds, she spent her early years exploring outside but never pulled a trigger or knew hunters growing up. That changed during her time in outdoor education, when a hunter safety course cracked the door—and one pheasant hunt blew it wide open. Now over a decade into her hunting journey, Colleen is all in—chasing everything from grouse and pheasants to elk and waterfowl, all alongside her three bird dogs. But what really sets her apart is her commitment to bringing others along. As a Minnesota DNR firearm safety instructor, a mentor for new hunters, and a leader in programs like Becoming an Outdoors Woman and Pheasants Forever’s Women on the Wing, she’s helping shape the next generation of hunters—especially women—one first hunt at a time. * * * * * https://eaglebluffmn.org/

Episode 50: Bird Hunter Supply with Joe Palmer

Not everyone who becomes a bird hunter grows up in a hunting family. For Joe Palmer, it started with a Scoutmaster who took the time to introduce a 13-year-old kid to Hunter’s Ed and his very first bird hunt behind dogs. That experience stuck. Even though he didn’t hunt much again until he turned 18 and bought his first shotgun, the spark was there for Joe.  Today he’s the co-owner of Bird Hunter Supply, a business that’s been around for over a decade. After ten years of simply selling products, he and his wife realized something was missing: purpose. That realization led to a major shift in the company’s mission. Now a portion of every purchase is donated to a conservation organization chosen by the customer—at no additional cost—helping ensure the future of bird hunting and wild places. He and his wife are raising four kids in Idaho, where upland hunting opportunities are abundant. Three of their kids already love chasing birds alongside their parents, and the family has made a tradition of it. In fact, the first bird each of his kids—and even his wife—ever harvested was a sage grouse. Between sage grouse, sharptails, ruffed and dusky grouse, Huns, pheasants, and plenty of ducks and geese, bird hunting has become more than a pastime—it’s a family way of life. Topics Covered: * Joe's introduction to the uplands * Reimagining his business to conserve upland habitat * The joys of hunting with his family * Introducing hunting to kids in a thoughtful way * Why sage grouse are special to Joe Check out Bird Hunter Supply [https://birdhuntersupply.com/] Proud Sponsors: Gundog Central [https://gundogcentral.com/] Ballad of the Bird Dog [https://www.balladofthebirddog.com/]

Episode 49: Reid Bryant of the Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

Reid Bryant is a writer, editor, and storyteller who believes deeply in the lasting power of the written word. Living along the Mettawee River in Dorset, Vermont, Reid has built a life around the outdoors, bird dogs, and the traditions of upland hunting. A former farmer and teacher, Reid now works with Orvis on their hunting and shooting programs and serves as Editor at Large for Shooting Sportsman. His work has appeared in publications like Gray’s Sporting Journal, Covey Rise, Gundog, and The Fly Fish Journal. He’s also the author of several books including The Orvis Guide to Upland Hunting. His website, reidbryant.com [http://reidbryant.com/] is where you can connect with Reid and his reputable work. Reid also hosts the Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast, where he spends his time exploring stories, skills, and the people who make the sporting life so rich. Topics Covered: * Reid's enchantment with bird hunting * Becoming and outdoor storyteller * His career at Orvis * Handling bird dogs with legendary figures * The legacy Reid hopes to leave Connect with Reid: Reid's Website [https://www.reidbryant.com/] Proud Sponsors: Gundog Central [https://gundogcentral.com/] Ballad of the Bird Dog [https://www.balladofthebirddog.com/]