Episode #187 Reflecting on the Golden Era of FDH + Georgie’s 2025 Hunt Test Journey

In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott responds to a long-time subscriber’s comment that sparks a deep dive into the early years of Freelance Duck Hunting. He reflects on the unforgettable crew of Dan, Aiden, and Fumbles, and how the channel has changed since those early, personality-packed seasons. Then Elliott transitions into Georgie’s 2025 hunt test journey—recapping their recent HRC run, breaking down her progress toward the AKC Master Hunter title, and sharing insights into what it’s like to train a duck dog from scratch as an amateur. If you’ve ever thought about entering the hunt test world, this is your episode. ▶️ Watch the video version:North American Waterfowler YouTube Channel 🎁 Patreon Giveaway now live! Win a Weatherby shotgun, Flight Day ammo, Shotty Gear, a 2-day hunt with Elliott and Ben Meyers, and more. Enter now at patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Weatherby Shotguns Legacy name in performance and reliability. 🌐 https://weatherby.com OnX Hunt Mobile mapping for hunters—mark pins, plan routes, scout smarter. 🌐 https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt Purina Pro Plan Fuel for working dogs. Trusted nutrition behind Georgie’s drive. 🌐 https://www.purina.com/pro-plan Flight Day Ammunition Premium bismuth and steel shot for real-world waterfowlers. 💥 Use code FDH10 for 10% off 🌐 https://www.flightdayammo.com Alclair Hearing Protection Custom-molded hearing tech for hunters and shooters. 🎧 Use code FDH10 for $100 off 🌐 https://www.alclair.com Shotty Gear Tough, waterproof gear made by hunters—for hunters. 🦆 Use code FDH10 for 10% off 🌐 https://www.shottygear.com 🔥 Podcast Partners: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices