On this episode of The Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes Luke Costilow to the show. Luke is a full-time duck decoy carver from Northeast Ohio. He is also an avid waterfowl hunter and has many years of experience hunting ducks. They discuss Luke's journey from wildlife management to carving decoys, the importance of family in waterfowl hunting, and the current state of duck hunting in Ohio. Luke shares insights on migration patterns, hunting regulations, and the challenges and rewards of running a decoy business. He emphasizes the significance of wetland management and the joy of teaching others the art of decoy carving. They also highlight the personal connections made through waterfowl hunting and the craft of decoy making.

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Takeaways

Luke Costilow is a full-time duck decoy carver from Northeast Ohio.

He has a strong family connection to waterfowl hunting, having been taught by his father.

The current season has been particularly good for waterfowl hunting in Ohio.

Luke emphasizes the importance of wetland management for successful hunting.

He has transitioned from wildlife management to full-time decoy carving.

Luke's decoys are influenced by both competition standards and functional hunting needs.

He uses high-density cork and Tupelo wood for his decoys.

Teaching decoy carving classes has become a significant part of his business.

Luke's business includes custom orders and a new venture in decoy carving kits.

He finds fulfillment in the personal connections made through his work.

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