Episode #291 The First Sign Duck Season Is Here

In this episode, I talk about why that first teal sighting means so much, take you through a recent scouting trip that led me to a promising new duck hole, announce my new partnership with Retay Shotguns, and discuss an important conservation issue involving proposed changes to wetland drain tile setbacks in the Prairie Pothole Region. Topics include:• The first teal sighting of 2026• Scouting a new public land duck hole• Why I made the move from Weatherby to Retay• Upcoming Ducks Unlimited episode on drain tile setbacks• Comment of the Week: Permanent Daylight Saving Time If you're headed to the Ducks Unlimited Expo in Memphis, stop by the Shotty Gear booth and say hello! Patreon: https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Thanks for listening, and as always, good luck this season. Partners featured in this episode: Retay Shotguns – Proud to announce my new partnership with Retay and why I made the move. Flight Day Ammunition – Premium steel shot ammunition built for serious waterfowl hunters. Use code NAW10 for 10% off. Shotty Gear – High-quality hunting gear designed by waterfowlers for waterfowlers. Use code FDH10 for 10% off. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Built to help keep your retriever safe while traveling to and from the marsh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices