Reload #193 | Grouse and Woodcock Hunting Q&A with Brady Martin

Birdshot Podcast

Nick Larson

Sports, Wilderness, Hobbies, Nature, Science, Leisure

4.6 • 936 Ratings

🗓️ 31 October 2025

⏱️ 98 minutes

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Summary

In this reload episode of The Birdshot Podcast, host Nick Larson delves into a lively Q&A session with a loyal listener, Brady Martin. As Brady embarks on his first season of serious grouse hunting with his new bird dog, he shares the challenges, questions, and experiences he’s encountered. Together, they explore everything from scouting, bird cover, and hunting techniques to managing expectations for new hunters and bird dogs. Brady Martin is a first-time grouse hunter getting serious about the sport with his young bird dog. From his background in law enforcement and K-9 handling to his transition into upland bird hunting, Brady brings a unique perspective on both the joy and the challenges of pursuing ruffed grouse and woodcock. With a strong curiosity and desire to learn, he’s asking all the right questions as he embarks on this new adventure. Expect to Learn How to effectively scout and assess grouse hunting spots using e-scouting tools Why early-season grouse hunting can be particularly challenging How Brady is training his young bird dog and what he’s learning in the process Tips for understanding the nuances of grouse and woodcock cover The importance of adjusting your approach based on bird behavior and cover changes Episode Breakdown with Timestamps: [00:00:00] - Introduction and Thank You to Patreons [00:08:57] - Poodle Pointer [00:16:39] - Nick’s Journey [00:18:14] - First Question: Scouted Spots You Drive Past [00:28:52] - Is It Just Grouse or Woodcock Too? [00:32:35] - Early Season Challenges: Leaves, Food, or Scattered Birds? [00:52:25] - Hazel Brush [00:57:14] - Good Grouse Cover: White Pine, Hazel, and Swamps [01:17:29] - Personality and Patience in Hunting and Fishing [01:28:05] - Handling a Dog on Point: Whoa or Let Them Learn? [01:32:57] - Last Question: Dog Training Helping a Dog Hunt Out of Sight Follow the Host Nick: Instagram: @birdshot.podcast Website: www.birdshotpodcast.com Listening Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17EVUDJPwR2iJggzhLYil7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/birdshot-podcast/id1288308609 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@birdshot.podcast SUPPORT | http://www.patreon.com/birdshotUse Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% on https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app Use Promo Code | BS10 to save 10% on https://trulockchokes.com/ The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: https://www.onxmaps.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	One of my favorite things about hunting sharp-tailed grouse is hunting the topography. And one of the best ways I have found to do that more effectively and efficiently is with Onyx Hunt's 3D map view. The next time you're scouting from your living room, the roadside, or when you're in the field hunting it, fire up the Onyx Hunt app and turn on the 3D map view to get an up close and in detail look at the topography of any piece of property.
0:22.6	Whether it's a gentle, rolling piece of terrain or a truly elevated and mountainous landscape,
0:26.6	you can use the exaggeration slider to fine-tune your view and highlight the topographical features you're looking for.
0:33.6	From benches to bowls to draws and drainage Get a clear picture and develop a strategy
0:38.0	For you and your bird dog to work the terrain
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0:50.6	I'm going to be a new on X-Hud.
1:04.1	Come here, me, me.
1:04.2	Hey, sweetie. That's a big bird.
1:24.7	Wow.
1:27.6	Hey everyone. Nick Larson here, host of the Birdshot podcast, the show that brings you conversations, stories, and traditions from all across the uplands.
1:36.1	The Birdshot podcast is presented by Onyx Hunt and supported by folks just like you via our Patreon and community.
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1:49.5	you're watching today.
1:50.6	Tap that button for me.
1:51.6	Thank you for doing so.
1:52.8	And with that said, let's get into today's conversation on the Birdshot podcast.
2:26.4	Thank you. You know, I hunted grouse maybe once when I was a kid, 35 years ago.
2:26.6	Yeah.
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