EP. 69: Cut Down Calls & Hunting Pennsylvania with Shaun Trump from Northern Duck Calls

On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib talks with Shaun Trump. Shaun is the founder and call maker over at Northern Duck Calls. They discuss Shaun's journey from deer hunting to waterfowl hunting, the evolution of hunting in Pennsylvania, and the impact of social media on the increase in new hunters. They also talk about how Shaun got into building his own duck calls, how he started and grew his call company and why he loves building cut down calls. Shaun shares insights on the challenges facing waterfowl management and proposes community-driven solutions to enhance waterfowl habitats, emphasizing the importance of individual accountability in conservation efforts. You can learn more about Northern Duck Calls here: https://www.northernduckcalls.com Feel free to reach out to us: [e-mail] Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store https://tinyurl.com/MigrationWaterfowlStore Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: The Duck Hole & Company https://m.facebook.com/duckholecompany Rig’Em Right Outdoors https://rigemright.com Flight Day Ammunition https://www.flightdayammo.com 10% off with code MW10 Aves Hunting https://aveshunting.com Northern Duck Calls https://www.northernduckcalls.com 15% off with code MW15 Keywords waterfowl hunting, duck hunting, hunting culture, waterfowl, migration patterns, hunting ethics, summer preparation, gear, waterfowl habitat, hunting strategies, hunting experiences, migration waterfowl, ducks, goose hunt, hunting trips, goose hunting, hunting techniques, veteran support, community, scouting, geese, decoys, product innovation, customer feedback, hunting tips, innovations, podcast, outdoor, hunting strategies, product launch, hunting techniques, customer education, innovative, hunting gear, hunting stories, Pennsylvania, conservation, Northern Duck Calls, cut down calls, duck calls Takeaways Shaun Trump is the owner of Northern Duck Calls in Pennsylvania. He transitioned from deer hunting to waterfowl hunting in high school. Shaun's passion for call making grew from a hobby to a business. The first successful hunt was a pivotal moment for Shaun. The increase in waterfowl hunters in Pennsylvania is attributed to social media and COVID. Many new hunters lack the experience and knowledge of traditional hunters. There is a need for better waterfowl habitat management in Pennsylvania. Community involvement can significantly impact waterfowl populations. Shaun maintains nesting boxes to support local duck populations. The hunting community should advocate for better management and conservation efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices