Women, Adventure, and Invasive Hunts: Pythons, Iguanas, and Quail Camp Stories

From Arizona quail hunting to chasing invasive species in Florida, this episode is packed with adventure, conservation, and laughs.Ducks Unlimited digital media producer Ruby flips the script and steps in front of the microphone to talk with Brandy Elrod, Ashley, and Blythe of Lady Outdoors Lifestyle. Together, they recap two unforgettable Ascend adventures: an Arizona quail hunt with Her Upland and a Florida conservation trip targeting invasive pythons, iguanas, and fish.The group shares stories about learning new hunting disciplines, empowering women through outdoor education, building friendships through organized hunts, and stepping outside comfort zones. You'll also hear behind-the-scenes moments from filming the adventures, surprising conservation lessons, and plenty of unexpected laughs along the way.In this episode, you'll learn:How Her Upland introduces women to upland bird huntingThe role scholarships play in opening outdoor opportunitiesWhy women's hunting communities continue to growHow invasive species impact Florida ecosystemsWhat goes into hunting pythons and iguanasThe importance of conservation-driven hunting experiencesWhy trying something new outdoors can be life-changingFollow along for more real conversations, outdoor stories, and insights from women shaping the future of hunting and conservation.Join the Ascend Instagram community at @duascend and http://www.ducks.org/ascend. The Ascend Podcast by Ducks Unlimited is Sponsored by:Dry Pocket.Visit drypocket.com and use promo code "ASCEND" for 25% off.Bird Dig Whiskey.Visit birddogwhiskey.com. Enjoy Responsibly! Oklahoma Joes.Visit oklahomajoes.com and use promo code "DUCKS10" for 10% off.