Bill Free - Five Oaks Lodge, Duck Hunting, and the World Duck Calling Championship

Join us on a thrilling journey with our guest, Bill Free, a seasoned duck hunter, mayor of Duckville, USA, and chairman of a waterfowl festival. Throughout his many adventures, Bill has formed a close friendship with George H. Dunklin, JR, contributed to the scientific study of duck habitats, and built an admirable rapport with his stud dogs. This lively discussion will cover everything from hunting practices at the renowned Five Oaks Lodge to Bill's recent Italian escape and how he has juggled his responsibilities since his return.Step into the world of George H. Dunklin, Jr, the mind behind the famed Five Oaks Lodge. Discover how he transformed this venue into a research hub for duck habitat, educating future generations on duck conservation. Our chat will take you through the art of timber hunts, the role of wind conditions in duck hunting, and the tracking of duck migration patterns. We'll also shed light on the significance of hunting pressure on these fascinating creatures.As we move forward, we'll talk about the iconic Stuttgart, Arkansas World Duck Calling Championship. Learn about our training experiences with retriever, Maggie, in preparation for field trials. You'll also hear about the Duck Festival and Gumbo Cook-Off, a unique sticker tradition, and the vital role of the stage in Stuttgart’s community events.