AZ Quail Today Podcast

Ryan Rice
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Welcome to AZ Quail Today, your go-to podcast for everything quail hunting in Arizona. From expert insights on local habitats to interviews with passionate hunters, join us as we dive into the world of quail hunting in Arizona.

  1. Episode #50 Ten Off-Season Habits For Better Bird Dogs

    1D AGO

    Episode #50 Ten Off-Season Habits For Better Bird Dogs

    We lay out ten practical off-season moves to build safer, steadier, hunt-ready dogs while scouting smarter across Arizona. From e-bikes and live-bird reps to rattlesnake avoidance and mentorship work, we share the plan, the partners, and why it matters. • e-bike conditioning and habitat scouting on public lands. Check out Electric Bikes of Flagstaff, talk to Luke, tell them, Ryan sent you! They are also called Rides N Motion. Located 14 E Birch Ave, Flagstaff, AZ, United States, 86001 • structured bird work at Desert Creek Sportsman with chukar and pheasant • budget training with trapped pigeons for steadiness and delivery to hand • clinics with pro trainer Guy Molicone Jr for handler and dog tune-ups • annual rattlesnake avoidance in Cave Creek covering scent, sound, and sight • low-impact water conditioning with lake retrieves and pool work • travel to higher country to normalize road life and new environments • focused obedience, woe, and reliable recall before wild birds • careful dog-horse introductions for calm, safe movement • building community and sponsors to mentor fatherless boys through quail camp. Please consider making a tax-deductible gift. Visit us online at azquiltoday.com and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest information and updates Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    33 min

  2. FEB 27

    Episode #49 Winter Rain Update + Early Quail Pairing

    We trace how a record-wet fall and a wetter-leaning winter pushed Gambel’s quail into early pairing, reshaped covey behavior, and set the stage for stronger brood success. Field stories, rainfall data, and practical takeaways connect rain patterns to what we hear and see on the ground. • defining the cool season as October to March • historic fall 2025 rainfall totals and key storm dates • field notes on early pairing and covey breakup • why green-up, seed, and cover drive breeding timing • differences across regions and terrain this winter • quick primer on clutch, brood, hatch, and covey • three-year comparison: good, dry, then very wet • research linking cool-season rain to quail abundance • expectations for scaled quail and habitat focus areas • safety reminders around flash flooding in washes How further our work, please consider making a tax-deductible gift Visit us online at azquiltoday.com and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest information and updates Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    32 min
  3. Episode #48 Good Hunter, Bad Hunter

    FEB 20

    Episode #48 Good Hunter, Bad Hunter

    We draw a bright line between good hunters and bad ones, then test our own choices against it. Laws, fair chase, safety, respect for land, and field etiquette become the true measure, not just how well we shoot. • defining character over shooting skill • laws and seasons as stewardship • fair chase versus shortcuts and road hunting • safety systems, muzzle control, and clear commands • respect for game, recovery of downed birds, leave no trace • space and etiquette around trucks, dogs, and coveys • owning mistakes, forgiveness, and growth • gratitude and humility over ego and numbers To help further our work, please consider making a tax-deductible gift Visit us online at azquailtoday.com and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest information and updates Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    42 min

  4. FEB 13

    Episode #47 Arizona Quail Season Recap

    We trace a season defined by a record-wet fall and a record-warm January, and how that mix changed quail behavior, calling, and our tactics in the field. From flow-state shooting to pairing biology and clutch sizes, we share wins, setbacks, and a practical plan for the offseason. • wet fall boosting seed and cover across desert habitats • warm January compressing movement windows and scenting conditions • gambel’s calling shifts from “Chicago” to courtship notes • pairing, clutch size ranges, re-pairing and polygyny dynamics • hunt highlights in classic Gambel’s country and a snowy desert morning • sparse birds, older age class, and heat-driven adjustments • simple quail cooking and honoring the harvest • outlook for rains, juvenile recruitment, and possible regulation shifts • offseason dog training and community meetups please consider making a tax deductible gift visit us online at azquiltoday.com and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest information and updates Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    31 min

  5. FEB 6

    Episode #46 Field Notes From A Warm Arizona Quail Hunt

    We walk through a late-season Arizona quail hunt that starts rough in open creosote and ends with a hard-earned double, with honest lessons on heat, dogs, gear, and calling. Warm, dry winter patterns, small coveys, and rattlesnake risk reshaped how we moved, rested, and recovered birds. • choosing terrain that holds birds and supports dogs • mistakes that cost birds, including an empty chamber • managing heat stress and reading dog warning signs • calling strategy to locate coveys without burning energy • GPS interference issues and fast recalibration fixes • safe retrieves around glass, cactus and washes • covey size trends and warm, dry winter impacts • late-season tactics for wild-flushing Gambel’s • rattlesnake awareness and risk management • quick note on a recent Mearns hunt and plans ahead Share it with a friend. Check us out at azquailtoday.com for recipes, podcasts, blogs and insights. How further our work, please consider making a tax-deductible gift. Visit us online at azquailtoday.com and be sure to follow us on social media for the latest information and updates. Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    34 min

  6. JAN 30

    Episode #45 Field Lessons: Surprises, Successes, and Slip‑Ups in Quail Country

    In this episode, Ryan unpacks one of his recent hunts and shares a number of surprising things he’s seeing out in the field. He talks through moments that went right, moments that went wrong, and the lessons learned along the way. Don’t miss this episode—and be sure to stick around for a special announcement at the end. For more information, visit www.aztodayquail.com, and if you like what you hear, share it with a friend. As always, get outside. #AZTodayQuail #QuailHunting #UplandHunting #ArizonaOutdoors #HuntingStories #GetOutside #FieldNotes Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    42 min

  7. JAN 23

    Episode #44 Top 10 Mistakes for the Quail Hunter - Part 2

    In Part 2, we finish the list with five more mistakes that cost birds after the covey rises: rushing the shot, failing to come in low‑ready, forgetting to reload, moving too fast through birdy cover, and letting dogs bump birds out of range.  This episode digs into timing, posture, and gun handling, then shifts to dog range, working the wind, and reading subtle cues like a wagging tail.  You will hear about late risers, missed opportunities, and how staying ready beats getting ready—whether you are shouldering a shotgun or leading people.  We close with a rapid recap of all ten mistakes and a fun story!  Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    31 min

  8. JAN 16

    Episode #43 Top 10 Mistakes for the Quail Hunter - Part 1

    This two‑part series breaks down the top 10 mistakes quail hunters make in the field and how to fix them with practical, real‑world tactics.  Drawing from Arizona desert experience, dog work, and faith‑shaped stewardship, each episode blends field stories, technical tips, and life applications so you can hunt smarter, shoot cleaner, and lead better on and off the mountain.  Whether you are new to quail hunting or have chased birds for years, these conversations will help you tighten up your hunt, care well for your dogs and the land, and turn missed opportunities into learned lessons. Connect with us: Email us at ryan@azquailtoday.com —we'd love to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at @azquailtoday

    20 min
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Welcome to AZ Quail Today, your go-to podcast for everything quail hunting in Arizona. From expert insights on local habitats to interviews with passionate hunters, join us as we dive into the world of quail hunting in Arizona.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Rice
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 AZ Quail Today Podcast
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