Preparing, Scouting & Executing Your Season Plans with Jake Maxwell

On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib welcomes back Jake Maxwell. Jake is the host of the Chasing Green YouTube channel and he also does some waterfowl hunting guiding. They discuss the challenges of summer duck hunting preparation, the ethics of public land hunting, and the changing dynamics of duck migration patterns. Jake also shares his experiences with traveling for duck hunting, the significance of gear selection and preparation for the season, and the importance of adapting tactics for stale birds. They also touch on the role of faith in hunting and the hunting community, and how that builds a different level of camaraderie in the sport. Jake also offers practical travel tips for hunting in Canada. They wrap up with reflections on the future of duck hunting and the importance of sharing the passion with others. You can learn more about Jake here: https://www.youtube.com/@ChasingGreen Takeaways: Jake Maxwell emphasizes the importance of improving hunting ethics among public land hunters. The conversation highlights the changing migration patterns of ducks and the impact of weather on hunting success. Jake shares his experiences of hunting in various states and the importance of adapting tactics based on local conditions. The significance of preparation and gear selection for a successful waterfowl season is discussed. Jake reflects on the role of faith in hunting and the community aspect of the sport. Traveling for duck hunting can be an adventure, and Jake encourages hunters to explore new areas. The importance of being adaptable and recognizing when to change tactics during hunts is emphasized. Jake discusses the challenges of hunting stale birds and the need for patience. The episode highlights the importance of sharing the passion for hunting with others, especially through guiding. Jake shares practical travel tips for hunting in Canada, including navigating border regulations. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices