August 28, 2025
Episode #214 On Location: Campfire Talk with My Dad / Memories, Parkinson’s, and Hanging Up the Waders
The North American WaterfowlerAbout this episode
This episode is something special. Recorded on location at a campsite the night before a scout, I sit down with my dad, Carl (also known as “Phumblemitts”), for a fireside conversation. We talk about some of our best memories from years in the marsh together, his journey with Parkinson’s, and what it’s like to step away from duck hunting after a lifetime of passion. It’s a heartfelt father–son reflection about hunting, family, and the end of an era. Want to get entered in the give away? www.patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting Partner Information (reads) Flight Day Ammunition Premium steel loads that deliver devastating patterns on ducks and geese. Built for waterfowlers who demand the best. Get 10% off with code FDH10 at FlightDayAmmo.com Shotty Gear Waterproof, durable, and affordable duck hunting gear designed by real hunters. From shell pouches to blind bags, rugged gun cases, straps, and apparel — Shotty Gear is field-tested and built to last. Visit ShottyGear.com and get 10% off with code FDH10 . Weatherby Shotguns Precision, reliability, and innovation. Weatherby shotguns are made for serious hunters. Explore their lineup at Weatherby.com . Purina Dog Food Trusted nutrition for sporting dogs. Decades of research go into every bag, helping your retriever perform at their best from the marsh to the field. Learn more at Purina.com . Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates Heavy-duty crates built to protect your hunting dog in transport. Featuring a steel roll cage (sold separately), welded tie-down points, and chrome-plated heavy-duty doors. Find them by searching “Mammoth Dog Crate” on Amazon .Use code GUARDIAN15 for 15% off. TideWe Affordable outdoor gear built for hunters, by hunters. From waders to blinds to heated clothing, TideWe makes dependable gear that keeps you in the hunt without breaking the bank. Visit TideWe.com and get 18% off your order with code FDH18 . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices