
About this episode
As the Idaho Chukar trip comes to a close, I sit down with Spencer Daines and Doug Davis to recap the trip along with a bunch of other rabbit holes.
Bittersweet last days at bird camp
Are the bucket list trips worth it? Do they live up to expectations?
Physical preparation for big trips
Dog preparation in high heat and feet
Finding spots
Budget friendly trip tips
Travel partners help split the cost
Realistic expectations for your dogs
The butter on toast= dog work!
Chukar hunting stories
Shooting birds is tough on the side of a mountain
The bad days make the good days
Trip highlights
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