Episode #293 Guide Regulations | North Dakota Forecast| Migration w/ Wade Skeen

Episode 293 This week I welcome Kansas outfitter Wade Skeen to the podcast for an in-depth discussion on some of the biggest issues facing waterfowl hunting today. Topics include:• North Dakota's 2026 fall flight forecast• Duck numbers and migration timing• Nonresident hunting pressure• Should guides and outfitters be regulated?• Hunting pressure, social media, and the future of Kansas waterfowl hunting• Farming practices and how they may be influencing duck distribution Wade brings the unique perspective of someone who spent years as a freelance public land hunter before building a successful outfitting business in Kansas. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a thoughtful conversation that looks at both sides of some of the most debated topics in waterfowling today. Thank you to the partners who help make this podcast possible: Flight Day Ammunitionhttps://flightdayammo.comUse code NAW10 for 10% off. Shotty Gearhttps://shottygear.comUse code FDH10 for 10% off. Slayer Duck Callshttps://slayerduckcalls.com Retay USAhttps://retayusa.com Mammoth Guardian Dog Crateshttps://mammothpet.comUse code GUARDIAN15 for 15% off. The North American Waterfowler AppDownload on iOS and Android for exclusive hunting content, migration reports, and more. Support the podcast and enter the 2026 Hunt & Gear Giveaway:https://patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices