Purely Public Duck Hunting Podcast

Episode #65 - GOING SOLO - Do you have what it takes to do it on your own?

The latest episode of Purely Public explores the opportunities of hunting ducks by yourself and going at it alone.
 
Going solo may not be for everyone, but a challenging and energizing experience for many public land hunters.  Many duck hunters choose to manage their style and control the hunt all on their own. 
 
Host Chris Kaiser unpacks his stories of where this started for him and how it's evolved even today where going solo keeps him in tune with the ducks and spiritually grounded in his faith! 

Episode 64 - Ping Pong Strategies for Ducks - divide and conquer for consistent success!

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser shares his strategies of "ping ponging" or bouncing ducks back and forth between duck hot spots from the years of scouting and experience! 
 
Building off the teamwork of scouting and hunting knowledge this has become a method used every season to divide and conquer to remain consistent on harvesting ducks. 
 
Kaiser also shares a brief Oklahoma update on the upcoming seasons and water levels that may impact the upcoming duck season! 
 
Give it a listen! 

Episode 63 - Colton Dollar - Abilene, Texas Public Land Hunter

Colton Dollar - @coltmoneyy joins the Purely Public podcast from Abilene, Texas!
 
One of our youngest stand alone guests shares his upbringing and his experience as a public land hunter. Colton shares how he is learning as much and as fast as he can hunting pubic ground while he pursues a EMT & Firefighter opportunity in Southwest Texas.  
 
Listeners will definitely be encouraged by this young mans respect and professional demeanor joining the ranks of hunting on public land!  
 
Give it a listen! 

Season 1 - Episode 62 - The Highlights from 4 Plus Decades of Public Land Hunting

This episode focuses on 4 plus decades of "greatest hit highlight hunts!" 
 
What led up to these hunts and the background behind the success.  
 
Host Chris Kaiser shares how and what has changed in the years hunting Oklahoma ducks since the 1980's and listeners may gain some insight on what strategies work best and how to possibly adjust to gain more success! 

Taking the "L" on Kansas Turkeys! Sometimes it's OK for the turkeys to win!

Purely Public host Chris Kaiser wraps up his unsuccessful Kansas turkey season with a few stories and the realization that sometimes it is OK for the turkeys to win! 
 
It is not always about killing a bird - but enjoying Gods creation one day at a time and being thankful for the opportunities!  Kaiser also shares an early June pre-season duck habitat update from home state of Oklahoma! 
 
Enjoy the listen! 
 
 

EPISODE 60 - Mr. Green Jeans - Friend or Foe?

Purely Public host, Chris Kaiser shares a lifetime of stories interacting with Game Wardens - both state and federal.
 
Listeners will gain valuable insight on how to be respectful, how to interact and also create valuable relationships with your local game wardens and law enforcement agents while afield. 
 
Give it a listen! 

Episode 59 - Southern Illinois Public Land Hunter - Vince Deichmann

Vince Deichmann from Carlyle Lake in Southern Illinois joins the Purely Public Podcast! 
 
Deichmann shares about the strong traditional roots and history of the legendary waterfowling area in southern Illinois and how it has changed over the decades.  
 
Listeners will hear about his upbringing and also how he has raised 5 children to become duck hunters and avid outdoor lovers!  
 
Vince shares a "veteran tip" for duck hunting parents on how to potty train  your youngsters that you won't want to miss out on!  Give it a listen! 

EPISODE 58 - Jeff Stanfield of the Big Honker Podcast

Jeff Stanfield from the Big Honker Podcast joins the Purely Public podcast tp discuss his beginnings as a public land duck hunter and how that has progressed into where he is today! 
 
Stanfield's Big Honker Podcast is now the #1 rated waterfowl podcast on the world and remains one of the top three outdoor based podcasts as well! 
 
Listeners will enjoy hearing Jeff's knowledge of the waterfowl industry and how it has progressed.  He and son Andy Shaver has continued to grow their following and become "world famous!"  Give it a listen! 

EPISODE 57 - '26 OK Turkey Season and a Historical Look at Bag Limits and Seasons from 1980 to the Present

Host Chris Kaiser shares recent stories of current turkey hunts in the state of Oklahoma after a total knee replacement.  
 
He also takes a in depth look at the history of Oklahoma duck season limits and hunt days allowed from 1980 to the current season.  1985 thru 1995 marked a decade of critically low waterfowl numbers resulting in decreased limits and days afield and how his parties managed and stayed in the game.  
 
We may be headed that way again if we don't witness a significant spring breeding cycle and increased fall flight forecast!  Will you stay in the game or pack it in?  

Western Kentucky Public Duck Hunter - Elliott Slaton

Western Kentucky public land grinder - Elliott Slaton joins the Purely Public podcast to talk ducks and asks host Chris Kaiser details about when to hold the cards and when to fold and go look for new ducks during the season! 
 
A great discussion and informative podcast for anyone chasing ducks on public ground!  
 
Give it a listen!