In this episode of the Wisconsin Sportsman Podcast, host Pierce Nelles reflects on his journey over the past year and welcomes back guest Gus Merwin to discuss preparations for duck season. They delve into the allure of North Dakota as a prime waterfowl hunting destination, sharing insights on scouting techniques, essential gear, and the importance of building relationships with local landowners. The conversation also touches on the challenges of transitioning back to hunting in Wisconsin after experiencing the abundance of birds in North Dakota, and Gus shares his plans for a new duck boat project. Gus is back and he's ready to hit the road to North Dakota on an epic waterfowling adventure with his buddies. He shares his tips for planning a successful trip, finding and understanding birds once you get there, the essential gear, how tactics translate to & from ND to Wisconsin, and how to keep a good mindset when returning home. All that and more in this week's episode! Follow along with Gus and his adventures @heyimgus Our Sponsors: * Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code SE for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.com * Check out Troll Co Clothing and use my code EMPIRE25 for a great deal: https://www.trollco.com/hunting Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy