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Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast

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Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares lessons learned from over 25 years of pursuing ducks on public water from a canoe!
Simplifying the sport and strategies relating to the life lesson book "All I Really Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" from author Robert Fulghum.
This podcast focuses on the basics of hunting ducks from a smaller watercraft that relates to many regions and areas of hunting ducks on public!
Purely Public host Chris Kaiser weighs in on the topic of using a drone to scout for ducks on public land. Drone use is illegal in many states for scouting and pursuit of game animals and remains legal in several others.
Chris shares his personal experiences using a drone, what got him into the drone game - the good, the bad and the ugly including recently losing a drone to the elements!
Whatever side you fall on with the new tools of drone scouting - you will want to take a listen to hear more about the topic and what many can learn from the use of this technique.
Long time Arkansas public land hunter, Andy "Pappaw" Gibbs joins the podcast.
Listeners will hear historical details of the public hunting legacy of the Arkansas flooded timber. Andy Gibbs shares his memories of growing up in Arkansas and how the landscape and opportunities have changed over the decades there.
Listeners will hear how their choices can make a difference in the duck woods and be selective in what they harvest and how they can always be a positive influence to others sharing the resources we all love!
Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast host Chris Kaiser shares his pre-season checklist to double check for the upcoming duck season.
Listeners may gain insight on things that can help them stay safe and more successful during the entirety of the grind of public duck season!
Oklahoma Public Land grinder - Patrick McCauley joins the Purely Public podcast.
Patrick shares how he was introduced to hunting from his father and family friends and mentors. Listeners will hear and learn from his experiences as a waterfowler in Oklahoma, as well as Canada and other states in the US.
Several tips and strategies are shared that will help the new and older generation public land hunters across the country!
Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares tips and strategies from decades of using decoy brands and decoy placements that have proved effective for public land ducks.
Listeners will learn about developing a landing zone and other strategies for big and small water sets. Knowledge that can help hunters harvest ducks and close birds tighter for higher percentage shots.
Podcast host Chris Kaiser unpacks several tips and strategies on how to "adapt of die" when it comes to increasing hunting pressure on public land.
Increased hunting pressure has become the "new normal" for public land duck hunters across the nation for a number of reasons. Instead of complaining about the pressure, learn how to compete, make changes and find birds on a more consistent basis!
Purely Public podcast is joined by southeast Michigan resident public land duck hunter - Joe Aiuto.
Joe is a public safety first responder firefighter chasing ducks in the Mississippi Flyway in Michigan.
Host Chris Kaiser and Joe visit back and forth talking public ducks, strategies and differences between the flyways they share.
You will enjoy the conversation between these two fellow public land duck hunters comparing learning lessons!
On this episode of Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares his key migration indicators that have proven to be successful to forecast duck movements south to Oklahoma. Discover the apps that will help you watch not only weather, but the jet stream, moon phases and freeze lines. All help the public duck hunters anticipate new birds throughout the season!
Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares ten key tips to finding and hunting early season teal - the "pre-season scrimmages" before big duck season arrives! Kaiser also shares his feedback on the 2025 USFWS Breeding Population and May Pond Count reports. You might be surprised by his take!
Former Marine and shotgun expert Brody Hensley joins the podcast. Hear what is most important to him regarding blind bag must haves, hunting safety and boat ramp etiquette. Host Chris Kaiser and Brody cover several public land subjects and discuss shotgun basics for the public land hunter.
Podcast host Chris Kaiser shares how he has learned to make a change of plans before a hunt happens or after things dictate a move needs to be made! Learn how to handle getting beat to a hole, mechanical failures on or during a hunt or changing scenarios such as freeze up, falling water or when ducks show you where they really want to be! A great episode to learn how to kill more ducks consistently throughout the season!
In this episode, host Chris Kaiser shares what he has witnessed as a duck hunter and the impact of social media and the social media influencers on the landscape of public land hunting.
He takes a hard look at the era of podcasters and influencers and the methods and language they use in their messaging.
Several states are increasing prices while decreasing the days allowed for nonresident hunters. Waterfowl license and stamp sales continue to decrease annually. Increased out-of state pressure seems to be the main reason for such regulations.
You may agree or disagree - but either way - we are not going back to the way things were just ten years ago!
In this episode, host Chris Kaiser shares his 40 plus seasons of journaling his duck hunts and memories. He highlights the method and basic template he uses and has improved upon since the early 1980's up to his latest season journals. You will learn how it is a trule discipline to keep up with as well as adding picture images to match the details. Chris shares his decades of analytics regarding the final averages and species breakdown and how those have changed over the years. Journaling can be a tremendous advantage to public land hunters to learn and look back upon for consistent success!
Inside this episode host Chris Kaiser interviews Saul Talley and his 15 year old son Stran. Both hail from Stillwater, Oklahoma and are passionate hunters. Topics include the joy of raising up young people in the outdoors. You will hear about the 4 stages of raising a young hunter under your leadership. Kaiser and the Talley's share past hunting trip memories and the adversities they faced and overcame that include brutal weather temps and also moving to a plan B after being beat to an original spot. Several key tips are shared for young parents and mentors introducing children to hunting! A must listen for young and old alike!
In this episode Chris concludes his conversation with legacy hunter Kirk McCullough. Kirk talks about his imprinting technique for ducks. He talks about the introduction of spinning wing decoys and shares a few of his best hunts ever.
In this episode Chris continues his conversation with legacy hunger Kirk McCullough. Kirk will talk about his relationship with his mentor Lester Capps, the legend who began the Olt Cutdown Call that Kirk has masterfully improved upon for today's hunters.
Kirk talks about the "hole runner" and Chris Bailey - possibly the most respected hole runner during that era of public land hunting.
In this Episode Chris has a engaging conversation with this first guest - long time legacy hunter, Kirk McCullough. Kirk talks about his humble beginnings, an exciting story of a 72 shoveler limit and much much more...
You can find more information about Kirk McCullough at www.cutdowncalls.com.
In this episode of the Purely Public Duck Hunting podcast you’ll hear the keys to successful scouting from host Chris Kaiser.
Covering the importance of learning why the ducks are using certain locations, using On X and satellite imagery and the tools they provide for more successful scouting and hunting success.
Keys to finding ducks and learning from the birds themselves that will help you harvest more birds consistently!
In Episode Chris Kaiser - a long time duck hunter introduces his love for duck hunting and explains the why, and the reason behind this podcast. Its a fun episode to get to know Chris!