#313 | Woods, Words, and Bird Dogs: A Chat with Ryan Lynton

Birdshot Podcast

Nick Larson

Sports, Wilderness, Hobbies, Nature, Science, Leisure

4.6 • 936 Ratings

🗓️ 11 April 2025

⏱️ 83 minutes

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In this episode of the Birdshot Podcast, the host welcomes Ryan Linton to discuss his journey from a novice hunter to an avid upland bird enthusiast and writer. Ryan shares how a serendipitous trip to Colorado sparked his love for hunting, eventually leading him to pursue upland birds and acquire his first bird dog, Creek, a Brittany. He talks about the joys and challenges of training his dog and the importance of wild birds in that process. Ryan also hints at his upcoming podcast venture focused on the upland hunting community, aiming to bring diverse perspectives and stories to celebrate the uplands. The conversation touches on various topics, including writing, training, and the uniqueness of different bird species and hunting locations. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:57 Guest Background and Bird Hunting Journey 05:49 Writing and Outdoor Experiences 13:34 Early Hunting Adventures 18:15 Transition to Upland Bird Hunting 28:01 Getting a Bird Dog 41:32 Discussing Dog Personalities 41:50 Male vs Female Dogs 42:23 Dog Behavior and Training 45:38 Rolling in Mud and Other Dog Habits 50:54 First Bird Hunting Experiences 55:53 Traveling for Upland Hunting 01:03:23 Woodcock Migration and Hunting 01:06:45 Bird Dog Training Resources 01:11:00 Starting a New Podcast 01:17:42 Conclusion and Future Plans SUPPORT | patreon.com/birdshot Follow us | @birdshot.podcast Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt Use Promo Code | BS10 to save 10% on Trulock Chokes The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	When it comes to shotguns, it seems every Upland Bird Hunter has a slightly different vision of what their ideal wing shooting shotgun is,
0:06.8	which is exactly the kind of thinking we welcome and encourage at Upland Gun Company.
0:11.0	Every Upland Gun Company gun is handcrafted and finished by RFM in Italy with quality components and expert craftsmanship.
0:18.1	Your Upland Gun Company shotgun is built to your standard, both
0:21.0	functionally and aesthetically.
0:22.8	From choosing the barrel length, grip style, trigger setup, engraving options, and even
0:27.0	selecting the piece of wood used on your shotgun, you truly are limited only by your
0:30.8	imagination.
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0:35.4	will shoot just as well as it looks and feels.
0:37.7	Head over to Uplandguncompany.com and try out our web and 3D gun builders to begin crafting your ideal Upland shotgun today.
1:13.7	Music This episode of the bird shop podcast is presented by Onex Hunt, the number one GPS hunting app. And Final Rise, premium quality made-in-USA hunting vests and field apparel.
1:19.2	And Upland Gun Company, custom-built and fit, handcrafted Italian shotguns.
1:45.8	Hey listener. It's your host, Nick here with a quick message before the show.
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