Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast (Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors)

Another opening has come and gone here in Louisiana. The Last Stop Waterfowl crew headed to central Louisiana and Spring Bayou WMA for the opener. We will fill you in on the details of how our opener went and what the birds are doing as a whole across the state. We also share some stories from years past. Thank you for joining us on Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

We are kicking off Season 4 of LSWO Podcast with guest Roland Cortez. Roland has been blessed to be in the duck hunting game for many years and in this episode we discuss how his 2021 Teal season has gone so far after Hurricane Ida made its way through Louisiana just a couple of weeks ago. We are talking teal hunting and much more in this episode, so we hope you will join us. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

This weeks show is jam packed with duck hunting chat and we are welcoming back Mr. Roland Cortez as he joins us live from Dave's Bayou Lodge & Outfitters up in Mangham, Louisiana. Roland brings years of waterfowl hunting experience and he and I discuss what we expect with this years upcoming season. We also talk duck calls, the best Louisiana WMA's to hunt as well as shotguns. All this and alot more in this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors podcast!

In this bonus episode from Season 1, we discuss some of the equipment that we used this year in Louisiana. Some equipment changes were necessary and we are gonna fill you in on some great products we put to the test in the field, as well as some that were flops.

On this episode we are talking duck season so far with our Carl Birchfield of X-Fowls Waterfowl in West Virginia. The X-Fowls crew has been hunting the Atlantic flyway this season and are just about to open up their late season split. We discuss how the season has gone so far, species they are accustomed to hunting in the Pacific flyways as well as their set up for hunting waterfowl, as compared to hunting here in Louisiana. All this and alot more on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

On this weeks episode we are telling more stories of seasons past. As we are getting closer to duck season opening up here in Louisiana, Jackson and myself share with you stories from the duck blind that we think you will enjoy and can relate to. We are also discussing building the perfect duck blind & how better concealment of your blind can add more ducks to your strap. We hope you will join us for this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

It's been a little while since we last visited and alot has been going on in the world. By now, all of you have heard of the feared Corona Virus and it has changed many of our lives in ways we never imagined. From our everyday lives, to crawfish boils with our friends & family and even Easter Sunday gatherings. Quarantine is what we are being told to do, but does that term really pertain to an avid outdoorsman? In this episode, we discuss how we are social Distancing from others and how we feel this may do you some good as well.

Today Jackson, or "X_Hunterrrr" as many of his social media followers know him, joins us on this new episode and we catch you up on what hunting trips we have been on since the end of teal season as well as take a trip down memory lane when we discuss some memorable moments from last duck season. We discuss a few specific hunts that stuck in our mind and why. We hope you enjoy this all new episode as much as we did recording it!

Tonight we welcome guest, Connor Fontenot of Rising Sun Films to the show to discuss being a duck hunter in today's digital age. From social media to creating content with high tech equipment for viewers to consume, it can be a difficult task to balance your passion of hunting with offering your viewers quality content.  We also discuss how Connors season has gone so far as we get ready to head into the second half of the season. This and much more on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

In these "Lost Episodes" of LSWO Podcast, we throw it back to a show we recorded in 2019 and had "lost" and never got to release to the public until now. This episode was recovered and was recorded as a Facebook LIVE audio Podcast back then. In this episode we discuss current events a conditions that were going on back in the 2019 season, so if you are a current listener and follow us here at Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors, we hope you enjoy this "Lost Episode" of the show!

Talk about an "up to the minute" duck hunting report! In this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors we are recording from the duck blind. Thats right......from the blind. It doesn't get more realistic than that. In all honesty, that is how slow the duck hunting has been for most of us Waterfowl hunters here in Louisiana since the opening of the 2nd split. We will fill you in on what we have been seeing in the field and give you our take on where we think the remainder of the season is headed. This is keeping it real and this is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

The fishing action is heating up and the Spawn is on in Louisiana. Tune in to get the latest report on a recent trip we took in order to target spawning sac-a-lait, A.K.A., white perch or crappie. We will share where we went, what we caught them on and how we fished them, plus several more reports from around Louisiana on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode we are talking duck boat brands and what is the perfect set up for a waterfowl hunter in today's day and age. We break down our hunting set up and what drove us to the decision to purchase it for hunting here in Louisiana. Surface drive vs. longtails? Which is better & why? We are gonna break it all down in this weeks show!

This morning we are headed out West For the last day of Teal Season here in Louisiana in hopes of turning things around. The first two weekends, we have been down in the the freshwater marshes and the birds, just have not been around. A high school buddy of ours gave us an invite to head over West and hunt their private land, since they have had birds and we are not passing up this opportunity. Waterfowl hunting as well as traditional agriculture practices of farming rice & soybeans runs deep in this region of the state. We hope to close out Teal Season 2022 with a bang and catch up with old friends!

Happy New Year to all! It is now January of 2022 and we are entering the last month of duck season here in Louisiana. This morning we are stepping out of the marshes and we are tucked up tight in a public land timber hole. Temps are still at record highs this morning, but a strong cold front is scheduled to make its way through during our hunt and who knows what to expect? Come along with us and let's see if our change of scenery pays off.

With all the craziness in the world going on, fishing is often times ones outlet to life's stresses. In this episode we discuss the shocking announcement that was recently made by one of the marine industries oldest companies. We are talking the death of Evinrude outboards.

On this weeks show we are taking a trip down memory lane back to how our love for bass fishing all started. Many of you can probably relate and we have some cool stories we are gonna share with you.  We also discuss our recent trips on the water and what we did to put some big bass in the boat. We also talk the evolution of the tackle industry from where it was as a kid in the late 80's to where we are now in 2021. Welcome to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode we discuss the current "hot topic" & ongoing proposal in Arkansas, pertaining to banning the use of mud motors on state wildlife management areas. Is this possibly the future path for more states and government agencies to follow?

In this weeks episode we break down our teal scouting trip we made to one of Louisianas Wildlife Management Areas. We will let you know if the teal are starting to arrive and what water levels look like. Also, a popular WMA just received some major upgrades that may affect you this upcoming season. Tune in to see what has been done that will make you experience better. All of this and more in this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this all New, episode we sit down with Owner and boat builder, Charlie Perilloux of Game Changer Boats to learn more about his company. Charlie tells us how at the early age of 16, he purchased his first welding machine and put it to use building aluminum pirogues and home made boats for his hunting and fishing needs.  That passion for boats, as well as the outdoors, led him to jobs with Go Devil Manufacturing and others while growing up. That experience led him to the point in his life where he decided to start his own company and build a "better boat" for customers who share a passion for the outdoors.  That's where Game Changer Boats was born!

On this episode we welcome in special guest Thomas Roberie to talk about hunting days gone by here in Louisiana. We promise you do not want to miss this episode as Thomas shares stories of how it was growing up hunting in Louisiana and his perspective on the way thing were back then vs. today. Some of his stories you wont believe, but you can take it to the bank, they are 100% true. Join us on this special episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Well, here we are.....the last weekend of the 2022-2023 duck season in Louisiana. Kind of bittersweet, to say the least. Honestly, we are not ready for it to end, but as with most things, it is here whether we like it or not. In this episode, we look back on how the second half of our season has unfolded and @X_Hunterrrr tells his story involving a firearm mishap that could have went horribly wrong.

In this episode we are talking new gear hitting the market for the 2020-2021 waterfowl season opener. With so many new hunting companies flooding the market now days, it can be tough to know what items are worthy of your hard earned money. That's where we come in. We help highlight some items we think are worth paying attention to this year when gearing up for a New season. We also recap the new Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries regulations for the new season. All that in this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this week's episode we get a woman's take on what it's like to be married or dating a hunter as we head into full throttle hunting season here in Louisiana. We also break down and article we came across of the "Top 10 Reasons Why Not to Marry a Hunter". We have a special guest in the house and get her take on things.

With all the modern technology available to us as hunters in today's world, has the old school hunter who goes out and scouts his duck holes still died off? Is there still a need to do it the old fashioned way by sweating during the off season or putting up with the mosquitoes, snakes and other pest in order to have a successful hunting season in the blind? Well, in this weeks episode we break it all down and give you our take on which is better........."Old School" or "New School".

In this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast, we are recapping the 2021 Louisiana Duck Season 1st Split. We are gonna share some of our experiences in the field with you. From successful weather patterns to what species of birds we saw make it down here to the bayou state and much more. We appreciate you joining us this week. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In the final Bonus Episode of this series of recovered Podcast that we are terming as "The Lost Episodes", we throw it back to December 11th of 2019 as we were preparing to open the second split of the Louisiana East waterfowl Zone that year. We discuss a hot topic from that season with hunters that was a notable talking point in regards to the way the splits had worked out and were zoned that season. We also broke down what the plans were for our crew that season and what we expected heading into the second split, as compared to the first split.   We hope all of our listeners enjoy this recovered episode that we thought had been lost, but has now been recovered!

On Season 4: Episode 3 of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast, we are re-capping and talking about the 2021 Small Game Opening weekend here in Louisiana. Its hard to understand the importance of this weekend if your not from here, but it is a tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. Roots run deep in the Bayou state when it comes to squirrel hunting and the stories that are told over cold beverages and good food around the camp fire. Here is our stories to share with you. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with friends from Evangeline Parish, to explore the rich waterfowl heritage and deep-rooted Cajun culture of Ville Platte , better known as "flat town" & surrounding areas.

Join us as we dive into the history of waterfowling in this part of Louisiana, discussing how traditions have been passed down through generations, the iconic hunting spots that shaped local legends, and the role of Cajun cuisine in celebrating the hunt. Whether it's storytelling from the duck blind or reflecting on how the next generation is keeping these traditions alive, this episode is a tribute to the unique blend of culture, history, and community that defines waterfowling in "Flat Town."

As we close out 2023 and we reflect back on not only the year as a whole, but also another season that is winding down, it leaves me asking the question....where are we as as a waterfowling community & what does the future hold for our sport? With all the good that comes out of this sport and the possibilities that it offers, are we as individuals doing what we can to help grow the sport and help our fellow hunters or is it just about us, the limits and the instant social media credibility that our egos feed off of?

Memorial Day weekend has come to an end and most of us are dragging ourselves back to work this week. But, what a weekend it was, from a cold front making its way through Louisiana at the end of May to a full moon over the weekend. If you wern't in the outdoors you missed out. The fishing is returning to normal levels, and in this episode we fill you in on a couple of areas you want to hit to "get your hook set on" and we will tell you why its time to break out the crab nets and load up on the crab boil and all the fixings. All this in this in a New episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

Have you taken notice lately of all the professional & local tournaments being won out of high performance Aluminum bass boats? What we all grew up calling Aluminum bass models "tin rigs", but today's top tournament circuits are being won out of well designed models that top pros are making the switch to as well as life long fiberglass boat owners. Is this where the future of the sport is heading? We will talk it over and give you our take on why we are experiencing the "tin rig phenomenon". This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode, we dive deep into the future of waterfowl hunting. Who are the up-and-coming stars who will carry the torch of legendary hunters? We'll discuss the qualities that define a true waterfowl hunting legend: skill, sportsmanship, conservation ethic, and a passion for passing on the tradition. I'll share my observations on the rising talent in the field and offer my predictions on who might become the next generation of icons in this timeless sport.

In this Bonus episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast we are catching the late summer bug and starting to get pumped for another Waterfowl season that is just a little over a month away. 2021 has been a tough year on returning Waterfowl to the breeding grounds as the Prairie Pot hole region is experiencing one of the worst droughts in years and we are gonna fill you in on how that may affect this upcoming season and what species will be most hurt by it. All that and more, on this special episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

Here we sit, the 1st weekend in October in South Louisiana and that can only mean one thing. It is opening weekend of squirrel season in Sportsman's Paradise! This weekend is something that we look forward to every October. In this episode we sit around as a family and discuss what this time of year means to us, as well as discuss the major Drought that we are still in the middle of and what that could mean for the hunting, including next month's duck season opener.

It has been a HOT summer here in the South, but as we enter August, another Teal season is just around the corner and excitement is in the air! We invite our good friend, Nate Verdin on the show with us to see what he has been up to this off season and see what he has in store for Falling Tide TV as we head into a new season. We also discuss a few topics where Louisiana has been the center of attention lately!

In this episode, we head West, down Interstate 10 to Gueydan, Louisiana to get some early predictions on this upcoming Teal Season with Co-Owner of Cajun Country Waterfowl, Colby Fitch. Colby has been hunting waterfowl his entire life and knows the agriculture fields of South West Louisiana better than anybody. With almost 6K followers on Facebook alone, Colby, along with his partners, has built one of the most reputable guide services in the state. We Get to know Colby a little better and share his thoughts on what he expects this upcoming season. You can reach book a trip with Colby and the crew at Cajun Country Waterfowl by visiting them on social media or giving them a call at 337-207-4850.

Join us as we dive deep into the story of Warren Coco, the visionary behind Go-Devil boats and shallow-water outboards. In this episode, we explore how Coco’s innovation changed the game for duck hunters, opening up Louisiana’s marshes and tough-to-reach waterfowl spots that were once out of reach. From early challenges to the impact of Go-Devil on waterfowl hunting culture, we uncover the legacy Coco created and how his pioneering spirit continues to shape the way hunters experience the outdoors.

In this episode we recap opening season of squirrel season here in Louisiana. Discuss good Louisiana cooking at the camp and what the duck reports are in early October.

Tonight, we are talking mud motor set ups and asking the question, can a mud boat package truly be your one boat for hunting fishing and family at a price that wont break the bank? Are the days of owning multiple boats for multiple applications becoming a thing of the past? We break it all down and discuss these very questions from an industry insider perspective and tell you why we think mud boat packages and engines are here for the long haul.

This week we are happy to have guest, Mr. Blake Benoit of Benoit Performance Baits on the show. We are talking South Louisiana heritage, cooking, custom lure making and the famous "Lake Boeuf" where Davy Hite won the BassMaster Classic years back. We also fill you in on why the Chug Bug is still the king of topwater lures in our boat. All this and more on this week's episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast, we sit down with the boys from the hit series, "Duck Camp Dinners", to explore the deep connections between friends, food, and traditions in the world of waterfowl hunting.

The guys share the origins of the popular series, reflecting on how their Louisiana roots have shaped their approach to both hunting and cooking. We dive into the unique culture of the duck camp, discussing the importance of preserving family traditions, the role of community in hunting, and some of the guys favorite campfire stories.

As we head into the final episode of Season 1, we re cap the 2019-2020 Waterfowl season here in Louisiana.

In episode 2 of Season 4, we are talking motion in your decoy spread and how this simple tactic is often overlooked. As years have gone by, ducks have become more and more educated.  Changing up your spread by adding motion may just be the key to putting more birds on your strap.  We will break down what we do to add more motion to our set and harvest more birds each season. 

On this weeks show we have alot of fishing to talk about. We fished a new body of water here in South Louisiana and we will break it all down for you on where we went in this weeks fishing recap. Also, we are talking the Bassmaster Elite Series event that wrapped up on Pickwick Lake. Several Louisiana anglers showed up big, including a local angler that made his 1st ever Top 10! Join us for all that and more on this week's episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

The Hen House is a double reed call with a cherry barrel and is topped off with a heat forged steel band. This call will go from loud hail calls down to soft feeding chuckles as the ducks approach. Jacob demonstrates in this demo, the Hen House double Reed duck call from Beaver Creek Game Calls. Pick yours up today!

Tonight we are headed up Hwy 61 to Prairieville, Louisiana to introduce you all to the guys from Riot Outdoors. Riot is one of the fastest growing channels on YouTube and social media, as they are known for their exceptional fishing and hunting media across Louisiana and beyond. We sit down with co-founders, Grant Theriot & Taylor Diez to get their story on their love for the outdoors.

This week we have alot of stories that broke in the duck hunting community that we are excited to give our opinions on. We discuss a story that broke involving one of yhe worst cases of hunter Harassment that we have ever seen caught on camera. We also discuss DU's data released on this past teal season and fill you in on why we think you should be excited for this coming months "big duck" opener.

We are back, and it is the dog days of August here in Louisiana. We are just about a month away from Teal Season and we are starting to get that Itch for yet another duck season. In this episode, we catch up on what's been going on this summer, look back at some memorable hunts from last season and talk about our anticipation for this upcoming season.

Well, today we are closed for duck season here in Louisiana. Closed for the 1st split that is! How was your 1st split and was it worse or better than you hoped for? On this all new episode, we discuss how things went for our crew and we'll as give you our takes on things we observed and learned from the first half of the season, as well as our predictions on what the rest of the season may look like.

We discuss how the 2023-2024 season has gone so far and look back at our predictions on the season. What did we have right and what did we have wrong so far? We break down what has worked for us and how mother nature has forced us to adapt as hunters this season.

In this episode we have compiled a list of "must have" categories and products for the beginner duck hunter on a budget. Let's be honest, waterfowling for someone entering the sport can be overwhelming. Thing is, it doesn't have to be. We did the research for you, so you don't have to when it comes to which equipment is the best bang for the buck! From decoys to guns and everything in between. We have you covered!

On this all new episode we are back at it again and re-capping the 2022 Louisiana Youth waterfowl weekend that just took place for the West zone. We were invited to take a trip down to Hackberry, Louisiana with friends and it did not disappoint! The boys were able to hunt prime spots of 16,000 acres of prime coastal marsh and bag a variety of birds over 2 days. We discuss how it all went down, as well as provide you with insight on what we we saw from a migration point of view and what to expect as we close in on the season openers over the next few weeks. 

The winter storm of the century has hit the South and many of us are seeing the results of what she can provide when it comes to waterfowl numbers. Public and private lands are now loaded with fresh flocks of birds arriving here in Louisiana, which just adds to mother nature's sense of humor since the season has been closed now for weeks. Also, in this episode, we give you our take on the Fenix Amm7nition story and Colt Manufacturing buy out that made news this week. All this and more on this week's episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this New episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors we are talking concealment in the duck blind. Is concealment something that you are overlooking? We break down the differences in concealment that are available to us as waterfowl hunters and talk about improving you concealment game and how to improve it in order to fill more straps.

We are now in our second to last weekend in the woods before the 2021-2022 duck season comes to an end. Special guest, Casey Millet joins us on this episode and the hunt this morning. Temps are the lowest of the year and we are breaking ice this morning as we sit on a cluster of old cypress trees that we have hunted for years and shared numerous stories with good friends. Come along with us as this tradition continues this morning. Thank you for tuning in to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

It's that time again......Louisiana 2nd split opener has arrived and we are living it up here at Camp Whiskey Bay. Special guest Casey Millet of Gonzales Louisiana joins us to share some stories of years gone by hunting public land. We break down our take on what we expect here in Louisiana as we kick off the second half of the season. Thanks for tuning in to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Its opening weekend here in the East Zone for Louisiana and we are sitting around the fire here at duck camp in Marksville, Louisiana. We are talking duck hunting with our guest, David Lemoine, Troy Fontenot and Jackson Roberie. Alot of fussing and complaining has been going on on social media platforms since the West and Coastal zones have opened. We are gonna give our takes on all of it and discuss what to expect this weekend in the blind. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

The temps are warming up and the trees are budding here in South Louisiana as we enter early March of 2024 and that can only mean one thing.....the fish are moving up and ready to spawn. Sac A Lait (A.K.A....Crappie) are an angler favorite, this time of year and we made a couple of trips to see if we could catch a mess for a cookout. We recap our weekend trips out to the Blind River Basin and discuss how this fishery is recovering nicely after Hurricane Ida just a few years back!

In this week's show we welcome long time friend and waterfowl enthusiasts, Robert Rodger's to the show to discuss how farming for waterfowl in today's society is helping change waterfowl activity in the Mississippi Flyway. We discuss the days of old and where we see the future of waterfowl hunting heading as patterns and agriculture practices evolve. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Ever wonder where all your contributions and membership dollars to organizations such as Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl and many others go? As outdoorsman, we should have the right to know. But how often do we see it directly affect us in the field and what projects is it funding exactly? In this episode we discuss projects that are in the works here in Louisiana that you may not know about that can improve our Waterfowl hunting success fo r many years to come. Welcome to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

In this episode, we are discussing buying a New or Used Boat over 2 years into the Covid era. Things have changed drastically over the last 2 years when it comes to walking into a dealership or dealing with a personal sale of a new or pre owned boat and we are gonna fill you in on why and what you need to know to make this experience easier as a consumer.

Well, the time has come for us to sit back, relax a little, and look back on this past years duck season here in Louisiana. It was a tale of two season for our crew for sure. In this episode, we discuss how our pre season predictions turned out. Were we right or were we wrong on how we thought it would all go down? Maybe, a little bit of both to be honest. We break down what worked for us and where we went wrong. We also look to the future and helping educate new hunters coming to the sport.

We have alot to talk about this week as we are coming out of waterfowl season here in Louisiana. As spring is quickly approaching, we are taking out the boat to do some sac a lait (crappie/white perch) fishing and we will tell you where we went and how it went. Also, a local story is making headlines for all the wrong reasons, so we will discuss it and give you our take. And finally, we are talking the death of a true giant in the outdoors industry. Cabelas, one of the industry giants for so long........we will give you personal experiences working for the outdoor giant as well as where it started in comparison to where it is today. We hope you will join us for this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Louisiana is known as Sportsmans Paradise to many hunters, fisherman and outdoor enthusiasts, but did you know that one small Louisiana town becomes a Ghost Town one weekend out the year for hunting season & why? We will tell you a tradition you may not believe.

We are kicking off season 5 of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors and on this weeks show, we are welcoming in special guest, Chet McDonald of McDonalds Taxidermy. Chet brings nearly 20 years of taxidermy experience to Louisiana and we are going to ask him all the questions that our listeners wanted to know about creating that trophy of a lifetime.

We have alot to talk about this week! We have an update on Remington Firearms that we will share with everyone, as well as industry news from the professional bass fishing ranks. We are also talking about the best selling Bass boat brands of 2020. Did your favorite make the top 10? Also, what to expect when buying that new boat in 2021. We cover it all and then some, on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Now that hunting season is over here in Louisiana, it's time to take the boat out and get on the Bayous to do some fishing. In this episode we recap our 1st couple of fishing trips out this year and talk about how the Sac A Lait fishing is heating up and ready to explode as the temps rise. Tune in to find out where we went and what kind of luck we had with some new equipment we purchased.

We are back in the blind this morning with my child hood best friend and fellow waterfowler, Troy Fontenot as well as Jackson. We are making time to keep a sacred tradition alive for another year.The biggest front of the year has hit us here in Louisiana and we are hoping colder temps mean a push of new birds before the end of the season. It's not always about the hunt however and sometimes my favorite parts of the hunt are the conversations and people met at the boat launches and this morning was no exception.

In this weeks episode we have co host Robert Rodgers back in studio with us and we are recapping opening weekend of early teal season here in Louisiana and still talking hurricanes as yet, another hurricane threatens our coastline. We are also talking the million dollar industry that is duck call sales. With so many options available to waterfowl hunters today, which is the best or worst money can buy? Do you go "store bought" or "custom"? We break it all down and give you our takes in yhis weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors. Lets go!

We are kicking off Season 7 in this episode with just two weeks remaining in the 2023-2024 waterfowl season. It's been a tale of two seasons, so we get you caught up on where we are in the migration. We also ask the question, as waterfowlers, is there a hierarchy in duck species within your hunting practices or group of hunting buddies.

In this episode we talk boat buying in the current economy, during a pandemic. What can you expect before you walk into a dealership or pull the trigger on that new boat you have been drooling over for months. We have you covered in order to make the buying experience more pleasurable.

In this all new episode, we sit down for an Instagram LIVE round table with 3 of Louisiana's most notable Waterfowl enthusiasts and content creators to discuss the 1st half of the Louisiana duck season. We welcome Roland Cortez of Dave's Bayou Lodge & Outfitter, Nate Verdin of Falling Tide TV and Nathan Baudoin of Gulf Outdoors to join us and we take comments from the audience. We catch up and get their takes on numerous subjects, including reports from areas they hunted, migratory patterns up to this point in the season and much more.

In this all new episode, friend of the show, Roland Cortez joins us to take a look back at the 2022-2023 duck season here in the South. We break it all down, from the way this season started out, all the way up to the last day of the season. Overall, it was a season to remember and one that taught us new lessons. Time was spent with family and friends and in the end, that's what it's all about.

In this all new episode, we are getting excited as we are now days away from the kickoff of a new waterfowl season here in Louisiana. Jackson decides to interview dad and get the answers to some of his questions about growing up hunting in the good old days.

In this weeks show we invite special guest and friend, Robert Rogers of Monroe, Louisiana back to the podcast to discuss the devastating remnants of Hurricane Laura as she ripped across our state last week. How will this affect the teal season here in Louisiana as we set to open next week. What can we expect? Also we break down an experiment we did on today's shotshells on the market. Bargain brand vs. premium brands. We disect them all and discuss it all for you on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors.

In this Bonus episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast, we bring to you a "Lost Episode" of the Podcast from December of 2019 that has never been offered to our listeners before, simply because of the fact that this recording was thought to be lost, but has now been recovered several years later. Back in 2019 on this day, we were discussing the East Zone opener here in Louisiana and recapping where we had hunted, and what the report was on the migration here in Louisiana. For all of you who follow our Podcast, we hope you enjoy this "Lost" episode of the show as much as we did recovering it and listening back to what was going on that season. 

Tonight we welcome to the show an old friend and hunting buddy, Lee Nassar to the show. Lee is one of the original members of our LSWO crew and we catch up and tell stories about chasing ducks down on public land as well as many other stories from our days of running from WMA to WMA. This is Part 1 of a 2 Part episode.

In this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors we switch gears over from the beginning of hunting season into the competitive Bass fishing. We're talking Louisiana B.A.S.S Federation Qualifier stop #2 out of Berwick, Louisiana. We welcome recent winner, Travis Laurent to the show and dissect his win and get to the know him.

If your in the market for a new shotgun this hunting season or looking to buy for a youth hunter this Christmas, Jacob breaks down some great buys that are budget friendly and reliable in the field. Some name brands make the list, but there may be some off-brands that you may be missing out on that are a "bang for your buck".

The work week is finally over and it's time to get back down to duck business. We are on the road tonight, headed West to get a couple of hours of sleep before we wake up to face the public land grind again. While on the road tonight, we discuss how many of us become men when growing up from the comfort of a duck blind. That time when you graduate from the babysitting stage to becoming seriously looked at as one of the boys in the blind that can now be counted on to help fill a limit. It's a right of passage in many ways and we all experience it at some point or another. In segment 2 of the show, we are at it again in the timber and we will tell you where we are and what we are expecting on this weekends hunt. We hope you will join us for this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

Well, that's a wrap for this year's Louisiana duck season. What a year it has been. There is alot to look back on, both bad and some good. As easy as it is to sit back and blame everyone for a slow season, let's not overlook the small things that made this season memorable. In this episode we do exactly that and want to thank all of you for joining is on our journey this year. Thank you for tuning in to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors podcast!

This week, we continue our conversation with Lee Nassar, one of the original members of the Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors crew. We look back on stories we had while public land hunting while we were running together and much more!

On today's LIVE episode, we are sitting on the patio, enjoying some beautiful South Louisiana weather and recapping our recent fishing trips. We have been on the fish and we will break down what's working for us and fill you in on what to look for to make your next trip successful.

The last few weeks have been busy for our crew, so this 4th of July Weekend, we headed down to Venice Louisiana for some much needed relaxation and time on the water with the family. How has Venice bounced back since last years Hurricane Ida? We let you know as well as discuss how the freshwater fishing in the Atchafalaya Basin Spillway can pay off big time if your willing to deal with the heat of summer.

In this episode we are recapping opening weekend of squirrel & bow season here in Louisiana. We will tell you how our opener went as well as give you our take on how hurricane Delta may impact our upcoming duck opener in November. We also touch on a couple of nice Louisiana bucks that were taken by members of our crew this past week. All this and more on this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Tonight we invite guest, Doug Blacklock of Kajun Limb Outdoors to the show with us to talk about the art of custom rod building in todays fishing market. Doug has been offering anglers quality built fishing rods for 16 years now. Based here in Louisiana, but recognized throughout the U.S. Doug has built rods for some the industries top anglers as well as a former president of the United States. Join us to hear Kajun Limb Outdoors story and get to know more about this talented craftsman right here in your own backyard.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Colby Fitch of Cajun Country Waterfowl Guide Service as we dive into the world of goose hunting in South Louisiana. From tactics and strategies to the unique landscape that makes this region a waterfowl hunter's paradise, Colby shares his wealth of knowledge and experience. We also recap the 48th Annual Gueydan Duck Festival, celebrating Louisiana’s rich waterfowl traditions and culture. If you're passionate about hunting and Southern heritage, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!"

This week we have guest, Mr. Ross Lafleur, of Kary's Roux & Pig Stand BBQ sauce talking hunt camp cooking as we are heading full swing into hunting season here in Louisiana. The temps are looking milder next week for the opening weekend of squirrel season and LSU football is cranking up, so that means it Gumbo season! Kary's Roux has been a Cajun tradition for decades and Ross and his family are taking the Kary's name into camps and households everywhere for future generations to enjoy.. We talk about the early days of the famous Pig Stand restaurant in Ville Platte, Louisiana and the evolution of Kary's Roux and what makes it so damn good. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode as much as we enjoyed bringing it to you. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

We reported last week that we were all done for the duck season, but as it turned out we were not. When your best hunting buddy, who is also your son is turning 12 and he wants to make one last hunt on the last day of the season, you take him hunting for his Birthday. In this episode, we tell you how our last hunt of the season went as well as talk about the story making National headlines out of Real Foot Lake in Northwest, TN. This story caught alot of peoples attention this week and we morn together as an outdoor community who lost fellow hunting brothers in the sport. We will break it all down in this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

With all the options and tricked out duck hunting rigs on the market today that have changed our sport, where does that leave the hunter looking to break into waterfowl hunting that does not have deep pockets? Is there a way to get around our marshes and back waters since the introduction of invasive species such as salvania and water hyacinth without a mud motor set up in order to kill ducks? We are gonna give you our take this week and "learn you a thing or two" about some products on the market to consider that will have you filling straps of birds at a fraction of the cost of the big rigs. Thank you for tuning in to Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

We are back in the studio this week and happy to welcome to the show, Jay Thomas of Blind Grass Camouflage Systems. Jay is hilarious and likes to crack jokes, so we had alot of fun on this episode talking about his unique, synthetic duck blind applications that any hard core waterfowler can find a use for, whether you hunt public land or leased property. Jay's Blind Grass Camo Systems has caught on amongst waterfowling enthusiast since word has gotten out how durable and realistic looking it is in the field. No added weight, no mildew, no mid season re-brushing! Purchase it, install it and hunt for years to come!  We also talk about Jay's upbringing in the sport of duck hunting and how things have changed over the years. We discuss the passion of speckled belly goose hunting in South West Louisiana and much more on this all new episode. We hope you enjoy this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors Podcast!

We are now weeks away from yet another duck season closing here in Louisiana. We all know, that not many birds have made it down to Louisiana this season, but not all is lost. We are still grinding, and thinking outside the box is just what our most recent hunt called for in order to put a few birds on the strap. We are gonna let you know what we did to our decoy spread that worked out for the best as well as discuss the availability of ammunition and firearms if your looking to add to your collection. This is Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

Join us tonight as we sit down with Joey Weimer, the creative force behind "Cajun Girl Outdoors" on YouTube. Raised in the heart of Louisiana, Joey has embraced the state's rich heritage, turning it into a captivating TV show that follows her adventures across the Bayou State. From waterfowling and fishing to hunting and crabbing, Joey's excursions showcase the best of Louisiana's outdoor life. Her journey has resonated with a growing audience on social media, attracting both men and women who share her passion for the outdoors and Louisiana culture. As a rising storyteller of the next generation, Joey brings a fresh perspective to traditional outdoor activities. In this episode, we get to know Joey better and introduce her to those who might not yet be familiar with her work. Tune in and discover the vibrant world of "Cajun Girl Outdoors"!

In this episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors, we take a deep dive into Louisiana’s first split of duck season—a season defined by feast-or-famine conditions depending on your location in the state. From the challenges faced by hunters in low-activity areas to the triumphs of those who found themselves in the right spot at the right time, we’ll share our insights, personal experiences, and takeaways. Whether you’re gearing up for the second split or reflecting on your own season, this episode offers valuable perspective and stories from the marsh. Don’t miss it!

Thats a wrap here in Louisiana boys & girls! Atleast for the first half of the 2020-2021 waterfowl season that is. How did everyone fare? Was it as productive as we all hoped for? What ducks have made it down to the "boot" and which are late to the party? On this weeks show, we re-cap our hunts and tell you where we closed out the 1st split on one of Louisianas oldest WMA's, as well as give you our take on what we are expecting the second half of the season. Thank you for joining us on Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors!

It's been a few weeks since we have been able to record a New episode, but trust us, we have been busy in the blind making the most of the holiday season. Now we are in January and the hunting this season in Louisiana has been on fire for many hunters across the state. Our crew has had alot of success and in this episode, we are recapping our travels since opening up the second half of our season. We are still Mad at 'em, and we are gonna fill you in on why.

Although we are rolling into April, duck season is always on our mind. Whether it discussing seasons of past or looking towards a new season down the road. This week we have guest, Roland Cortez of Duckman Outfitters on with us to take a look back at this past season and get his thoughts and breakdown what he saw in the field. Roland shares how his season unfolded and answers questions on state waterfowl management and where we are heading as a state when it come to waterfowl production and management. All this and more on this weeks episode. We hope you will join us!

In this weeks show, we discuss the gun grabbing, sold out ammunition craze that is going on across the country right now. Why cant you purchase that new deer rifle or hand gun that you have been wanting? Why are ammunition sales at an all time high? Get my take on why and much more in this weeks episode of Last Stop Waterfowl Outdoors.

In this Bonus episode, we are talking about the Faulk's Game Call Company out of Lake Charles, Louisiana and the traditional "cane call" that is becoming a tool of the past. Cane calls have been around and used by waterfowl hunters for generations and Faulk's has been offering them since they began in the 1950's. Jacob demos and provides you with a sound file demo that gives the CA-11 a different sound than other calls on the market today.