The Migration Waterfowl Podcast

Brian Halbleib
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The Migration Waterfowl Podcast brings a unique perspective to all things waterfowl hunting. Host Brian Halbleib lives and hunts where the Atlantic and Mississippi flyways meet in western Pennsylvania. He also manages to take a few out of state trips to experience waterfowl hunting in its finest forms around North America. Join Brian and his knowledgeable guests every week as they discuss waterfowl hunting tactics, gear and conservation. Whether you duck hunt or goose hunt, you will find each episode entertaining and informative.

  1. EP. 95: Growing As A Duck Hunter & Balancing Hunting & Family Life with Jeremy Ragsdale

    20H AGO

    EP. 95: Growing As A Duck Hunter & Balancing Hunting & Family Life with Jeremy Ragsdale

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Jeremy Ragsdale to the show. Jeremy is a hardcore waterfowl hunter from Nebraska. Brian has become good friends with Jeremy over the last two seasons as he has traveled out west to hunt with him and their mutual friends. They talk about how he got into waterfowl hunting and what it was that hooked him to keep coming back. They discuss his journey from being new to the sport to now being a seasoned waterfowl hunter and what has changed over the years. They also talk about how he balanced his time this season between hunting and his duties after the birth of his daughter. They also discuss how this past season went overall and what his goals are moving forward. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Frogg Toggs https://www.froggtoggs.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 25m
  2. EP. 94: Making The Most Of Your Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities with Jimmy Capello & Ryan O'Donnell

    FEB 12

    EP. 94: Making The Most Of Your Waterfowl Hunting Opportunities with Jimmy Capello & Ryan O'Donnell

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Jimmy Capello and Ryan O’Donnell from Drawback Outdoors. Jimmy and Ryan are hardcore waterfowlers from Brian's home state of Pennsylvania. They talk about their journeys growing up hunting in Pennsylvania and how they got into waterfowl hunting. They discuss the challenges and rewards of waterfowl hunting in a state like Pennsylvania that is not known for its waterfowl hunting. They also talk about the season structures, how the newly legal Sunday hunting laws may change waterfowl seasons and how Pennsylvania can improve waterfowl management. You can learn more about Jimmy & Ryan here: https://www.youtube.com/@drawback__outdoors Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 34m
  3. EP. 93: The Search For Adventure, Duck Guns & River Boats with Jordan Fromer

    FEB 5

    EP. 93: The Search For Adventure, Duck Guns & River Boats with Jordan Fromer

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Jordan Fromer to the show. Jordan is a hardcore waterfowler from Indiana. He is the host of the Duck Gun Podcast and the Duck Gun Chronicles YouTube channel. Jordan also started Duck Gun Wild Seasonings, developing seasonings blended specifically for wild game. They talk about his journey into waterfowl hunting, the challenges he faced and the steps he took to be successful consistently. They discuss his epic waterfowl adventures and projects, including the Timber Queen, an old wooden house boat he turned into a traveling duck camp to chase the duck season openers down the Mississippi River. You are really going to enjoy this one. You can learn more about Jordan here: https://youtube.com/@duckgunchronicles?si=_XOkLInXhhfuKrnS Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Takeaways Jordan Fromer shares his journey into waterfowl hunting. Supportive partners play a crucial role in pursuing passions. Learning waterfowl hunting often comes from personal exploration. Creating content while learning can inspire others. Innovative projects like the Timber Queen showcase creativity in hunting. Memorable experiences on the Timber Queen highlight the adventure of hunting. Challenges faced on the Mississippi River test perseverance. The end of the Timber Queen's journey marks a significant chapter. Waterfowl hunting offers unique thrills and challenges each season. Creative cooking with waterfowl enhances the hunting experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 37m
  4. EP. 92: Duck Habitat, Flooded Corn & Shotgun Ammo with Ben Meyers

    JAN 29

    EP. 92: Duck Habitat, Flooded Corn & Shotgun Ammo with Ben Meyers

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Ben Meyers to the show. Ben is from Kansas and he is the owner of Flight Day Ammunition. He also manages his family farm in Missouri for waterfowl habitat. They discuss how his season went this year and anything he would have changed about it. They talk about the current flooded corn debate and get his insight as a private land owner and manager in Missouri. They also discuss Flight Day Ammunition, their experiences and successes with the rounds over this season and what’s new for 2026. They also talk about new technologies in waterfowl ammunition and where the industry is going moving forward. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m
  5. EP. 91: Exploring Mallard Genetics & The Challenges Facing Waterfowl Management with Eric Lance

    JAN 22

    EP. 91: Exploring Mallard Genetics & The Challenges Facing Waterfowl Management with Eric Lance

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Eric Lance to the show. Eric is an avid waterfowl hunter and wildlife biologist from Ohio. Eric talks about how his hunting season went this year. He discusses the problems facing wild mallard genetics, and the impact that farm duck hybridization is having on duck populations. They explore the importance of ecological understanding for waterfowl hunters, the critical habitat needs for ducks, and the effects of hunting pressure on waterfowl behavior. They also touch on public land management, the role of volunteers in conservation, and the challenges facing waterfowl populations today. Eric emphasizes the need for active participation in conservation efforts and the importance of understanding the ecology of waterfowl to ensure their future. You can learn more about Eric here: https://www.lanceecologylab.com Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Takeaways Duck hunting season was successful for Eric, including an elk hunt in Colorado. Eric's dissertation focuses on mallard genetics and artificial nesting structures. Hybridization rates in mallards are increasing, impacting their behavior and ecology. High hybridization rates can lead to negative ecological effects in mallards. Management strategies are needed to address hybridization in mallard populations. Understanding ecology enhances hunting success and conservation efforts. Moist soil units are critical habitats for ducks throughout the year. Hunting pressure significantly affects duck behavior and distribution. Identifying feeding and loafing areas is essential for successful hunting. Public land management and flooded corn practices are controversial but necessary for habitat. Volunteers play a crucial role in conservation and habitat management. Ecological understanding is vital for effective wildlife management. Challenges in waterfowl management include funding and habitat loss. Social media can both help and hinder wildlife management efforts. Active participation in conservation is essential for the future of waterfowl populations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 57m
  6. EP. 90: Finishing Strong, Looking Back & Looking Forward with Elliott Snider

    JAN 15

    EP. 90: Finishing Strong, Looking Back & Looking Forward with Elliott Snider

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Elliott Snider to the show. Elliott has been on the show several times and it’s always fun catching up with him. Brian had the chance to hunt with him three times this season in three different states and they all turned out to be really successful and really special hunts. Elliott is the host of the North American Waterfowler Podcast and Freelance Duck Hunting on YouTube. He also created the North American Waterfowler app, a phone and computer application that logs all of your waterfowl hunting stats. They talk about his current scouting that he was doing for this weekend’s hunt and get a little insight into his approach. They also recap his waterfowl season and discuss his overall satisfaction, highlights and the goals he had for this season. They talk about the letter that Senator Kennedy sent to the head of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife service and weigh in on the current sentiments growing around this issue. They also discuss their faith journeys and evaluate where they are and where they want to go. They talk about the future of duck hunting and some changes that may be coming to Elliott’s home state. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 39m
  7. EP. 89: Wingin' It Until You Make It with Troy Miller & Blake Horton

    JAN 8

    EP. 89: Wingin' It Until You Make It with Troy Miller & Blake Horton

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Troy Miller and Blake Horton to the show. They are both originally from the great state of Texas with Blake now residing in Louisiana. They have been waterfowl hunting together for years and they recently decided to start the Wingin' It Waterfowl Podcast. They discuss how they got into waterfowl hunting. They talk about the challenges they have faced in previous seasons and how this current waterfowl season has been going. They also discuss their experiences during a podcast start up and the challenges and successes they have had to this point. They also talk about their faith journeys and how it has influenced their lives. They wrap up the conversation with their most memorable hunting experiences, strategies for targeting different species, and their future goals for their podcast. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 44m
  8. EP. 88: Having A Record Year, New Year's Recap with Brian Halbleib

    JAN 1

    EP. 88: Having A Record Year, New Year's Recap with Brian Halbleib

    On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib reflects on the past year and past waterfowl season as 2025 comes to an end. He provides an update on his waterfowl hunting adventures from the past week, his Christmas celebrations with family & friends and losing a few days of his vacation to the flu. He recaps the progress of the podcast over the past year and talks about where it is headed in 2026, including recognizing his friends and mentors who have helped him along the way. He also talks about his upcoming hunts, the weather forecast for his hunting areas and his plans for the rest of the Pennsylvania waterfowl seasons. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://migration-waterfowl.printify.me Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Am-mo https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Retay USA https://www.retayusa.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Migration Waterfowl Podcast brings a unique perspective to all things waterfowl hunting. Host Brian Halbleib lives and hunts where the Atlantic and Mississippi flyways meet in western Pennsylvania. He also manages to take a few out of state trips to experience waterfowl hunting in its finest forms around North America. Join Brian and his knowledgeable guests every week as they discuss waterfowl hunting tactics, gear and conservation. Whether you duck hunt or goose hunt, you will find each episode entertaining and informative.

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  • Creator
    Brian Halbleib
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    95
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024-25 The Migration Waterfowl Podcast
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