Gun Dog It Yourself Gun Dog It Yourself

Robb and Jim make their return to the podcast to recap and share their thoughts on our recent experience at Old Hemlock and the "Trouble with Bird Dogs" event put on by the Bird Dog Society.


The purpose of the Troubles with Bird Dogs event

The downward trend of bird numbers over decades

Learning from history

The experience of the historical property

Jim connecting the dots to his personal connection with G.B.E.

A bowl of wishbones?

Dont let your boxes of shotgun shells go unused

Theres a spirit to Old Hemlock

G.B.E. and Kay, the original upland content creators?

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You've at least heard George Bird Evans referenced at some point even if you've just barely dipped a toe in the upland hunting space. His words continue to inspire and motivate upland hunters even decades removed from his passing. Come and take a step back in time to catch a glimpse of what it was like for George, and his wife Kaye, living at the old 1815 cabin nestled amongst the inspiring forests in the small Northeastern corner of West Virginia. This property is best known as 'Old Hemlock.'
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How did LeJay find himself at Old Hemlock?

The privacy of Old Hemlock

George and Kay's life timeline

Artist, Musician, Author, Hunter.....Perfectionist

When George decides to focus primarily on hunting literature and lifestyle

George's writing style

Developing a Setter line

Kaye's role in everything

George's outlook on dog training and development

Their day to day routine

Property development and conservation

George's hunting preferences and finding focus in the uplands

The status of Old Hemlock and the foundation's philanthropy

The art and treasures around the cabin

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Standing Stone Supply | Check out their Online Courses and Use Code GDIY to save 15%

onX Hunt Maps | Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%
Upland Gun Company | Midwest Double Gun Classic
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BPro Kennels
Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]
Bird Dog Society
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A listener recently reached out asking for an episode talking about general advice when it comes to planning a hunting trip. It would be fun to revisit and provide an updated version of this subject but for now I thought it was worth revisiting episode 108 with Josh Flowers originally released on 9/21/21.

Why test and train in the off season

The best of each breed are on level playing ground

Using your relationship with your breeder

Some people on have week long seasons if they have to travel

The only wrong option is letting your dog sit at home

Picking your target species

Travel time and dog development

Lodging options

The delicate balance of doing group trips

Be of value to the group. Labor or $$$

Balancing dog power

The importance of your down learning to travel calmly

Security and safety considerations

Biggest mistakes for newbies

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Upland Gun Company | Midwest Double Gun Classic
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BPro Kennels
Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]
Bird Dog Society
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"Pick a method and stick with it!" Sure, thats sound advice. Especially for beginners. But for those of us that want to know why a particular method works or how to overcome and even prevent certain roadblocks or snags from appearing, simply focusing on the "HOW" may not be enough.
Nate Czarnota of Iron Oak Dog Co. joins me to talk about the principles of dog training and how paying attention to learning theory can help you recognize what is actually connecting and driving your dog. Nate is a graduate from the NEPOPO Gold School and has since enjoyed helping teach others how they can have a better trained dog while improving their relationship with the dog by focusing on the "WHY."
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A nice well behaved dog that also hunts

Piecing together a training program

Bringing concepts and principles to the NAVHDA chapter

Focusing in on the WHY rather than the HOW

Agreeing on the terminology in dog training

Using "room service" to reward steadiness (Really high drive dog owners listen up!)

Having your E-collar mean both stop and go!

Primacy vs recency

Forensic dog training

Both dog and handler BOTH are having fun

Teach first. Add pressure second. Clarity begets compliance.

NePoPo. Pressure predicts a reward!

Sequencing and classical conditioning

Reward structures and "The Talent Code"

Make them work for it!

A dopamine dog vs an endorphin dog

Reward variability and the dog anticipating the pattern

The power of the ritual

"Kicking splinters" and fighting to stay in behavior!


Show References:
Nate's NePoPo Seminar
NePoPo
Daniel Coyle "The Talent Code"
Andrew Huberman "Maximize Dopamine"
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Upland Gun Company | Midwest Double Gun Classic
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BPro Kennels
Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]
Bird Dog Society
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GDIY Profiles are bonus episodes that feature your average DIY dog trainer and hunter. All dog owners have a story of what got them involved and the main lessons learned along the way. Hearing numerous people’s stories along with their mistakes, helps promote the idea that WE ALL STARTED AT THE SAME PLACE!
NAME: Ira Sherman
BREED: German Wirehair Pointer (4)
LOCATION: South Dakota
TARGETS: Pheasant, Sharptail Grouse, Prairie Chicken
FAVORITE EPISODES: Force Fetch Series and Whoa Series
MISTAKE: Moving through Force Fetch too fast and not focusing on basic obedience
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Upland Gun Company | Midwest Double Gun Classic
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Bird Dog Society
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There are things that you may have thought were the primary reasons or benefits of getting into the gun dog world but, come to find out, there are other aspects that start to present themselves that make you realize theres a lot more to it. Perhaps its not all about the birds. Perhaps its not even just about the dog. Perhaps its about certain relationships, traditions, and family values that start to stand above all else.
The last episode recorded in the Eukanuba booth at Pheasant Fest is with the amazing family from Three Arrows Hunting Preserve. Parents Ben and Diane join me with two of their adult children Elizabeth and James to try and put into words exactly what this lifestyle has meant to them as a family. From the invaluable life lessons taught to the kids through hard work and stewarding the land, to what its like owning and operating a multi-generational farm!
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Brittanys, breeding, and the farm!

Entering into the Hunt Smith world

What is the best way to go about getting your kids involved?

"Never settle!"

What has the land meant to the family over the years?

Chase your dreams!

The preserve is setup more for dog training than just profit

Hunting wild birds compared to the preserve birds

Why the Brittany?

Get the kids out into nature!

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Presented By:

Standing Stone Supply | Check out their Online Courses and Use Code GDIY to save 15%

onX Hunt Maps | Use Code: GDIY20 to save 20%
Upland Gun Company | Midwest Double Gun Classic
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BPro Kennels
Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20]
Bird Dog Society
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