#265 | The Art and Science of Woodcock Banding: A Deep Dive into Techniques, Challenges, and Upcoming Workshops

Birdshot Podcast

Nick Larson

Wilderness, Sports, Hobbies, Nature, Science, Leisure

4.8 • 972 Ratings

🗓️ 29 March 2024

⏱️ 78 minutes

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Summary

Joined by Bailey Petersen of the MN DNR and Jerry Havel of Pineridge Grouse Camp and Upland Gun company, on this episode we explore the multifaceted practice of woodcock banding with pointing dogs. Learn about the challenges, and logistics of woodcock banding, including the impact of weather on migrations, the importance of choosing suitable sites, and the role of trained dogs. A brief discussion of Earl Johnson's legacy and impact on the Woodcock banding community is followed by the specifics of the bird banding process, emphasizing the need for federally regulated practices and detailed data collection for conservation efforts. Our guests also provide information on upcoming bird banding workshops, addressing logistical considerations and encouraging community engagement. Show Highlights: The Intricacies of Woodcock Banding and Bird Behavior Remembering Earl Johnson: A Pillar of the Woodcock Banding Community The Evolution and Expansion of Woodcock Banding Programs Citizen Science and the Future of Woodcock Conservation The Science and Art of Banding: Techniques and Dog Training The Intricacies of Bird Banding: A Deep Dive From Field Observations to Genetic Studies: Unraveling Bird Diets The Role of Permits in Wildlife Research and Conservation Becoming a Bird Bander: Eligibility, Training, and Equipment MIGRATE To MEMBERSHIP | Use code birdshot24 at American Woodcock Society CONTRIBUTE | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us | @birdshot.podcast Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company

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0:00.0	This episode of the birdshop podcast is presented by Onyx Hunt, the number one GPS hunting app.
0:28.8	And Final Rise, premium quality made-in-USA hunting vests and field apparel.
0:34.0	And Upland-gun company, custom-built and fit handcrafted Italian shotguns.
0:39.3	Hey everybody, welcome to another episode of the Birdshot podcast.
1:00.8	We are going to talk about Woodcock banding today with my friends Jerry Havel and Bailey Peterson.
1:05.9	We will chat with them in just a moment.
1:08.0	A quick shout out to all the Patreon patrons out there.
1:10.5	Thank you for your continued support. And quick shout out to all the Patreon patrons out there. Thank you for your
1:11.4	continued support. And I will be drawing the next Patreon giveaway winner in the coming weeks for a
1:17.6	one-year subscription to Anex Elite. You can learn more and sign up at patreon.com forward slash
1:22.7	birdshot. And one more reminder, you may still have a day or two to sign up for American Woodcock Society.
1:29.3	Their ongoing membership drive, which they made available to listeners of the Birdshot podcast,
1:34.6	as we round out our Woodcock-themed month on the podcast.
1:39.4	Through the end of the month, March that is, you can migrate to membership by following the link in the show
1:45.6	notes of this episode and use the promo code Birdshot 24 to get access to the American
1:52.3	Woodcock Society membership drive along with included benefits depending on which level of
1:57.3	membership you sign up for. So today's episode was again sparked by my conversation
2:02.5	with the American Woodcock Society and in reading the latest issue of their covers magazine
2:07.7	with the amazing artwork of our good friend Jay Dowd on the cover. I've got it just sitting in my
2:13.5	office and admiring it all month. And in this issue of the RGS, AWS magazine, there is an article
2:21.1	written by Bailey Peterson, one of our two guests today, all about Woodcock banding. So last
2:25.7	week we talked GPS tracking with Dr. Eric Blumberg. If you missed that one, go check it out.
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