The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast

Author: The Orvis Company Language: English Episodes: 292
Reid Bryant hosts The Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast, a production from The Orvis Company that feels like a conversation with a trusted, knowledgeable friend. It builds on the foundation of its former incarnation, the Double Barrel Podcast, diving deeper into the practical and philosophical aspects of life afield. Each episode is grounded in real-world experience, offering nuanced advice that goes beyond simple tips. You’ll hear detailed discussions on shotgun and rifle techniques, strategies for pursuing various game, and thoughtful commentary on conservation and wilderness ethics. The focus is always on building skill and confidence, which naturally leads to more rewarding days outdoors. Whether you’re working to improve your shooting fundamentals, plan a new hunt, or simply want to immerse yourself in stories from the field, this podcast serves as a reliable resource. It’s designed for anyone who appreciates the craft of hunting and shooting, from those just starting out to seasoned veterans looking to refine their approach. The tone is welcoming and substantive, stripping away pretense to focus on what truly matters: safety, responsibility, and the profound enjoyment found in these traditional pursuits. Tune in for a blend of education and narrative that honors the entire experience.
Episodes
Discussing Pheasants and Quail Forever, with Bob St. Pierre [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:08
Reid speaks with his friend Bob St. Pierre, VP of Marketing and Communications for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. Bob articulates the work and goals of these two impactful groups while also recounting his pathway i…
Hunting Ruffed Grouse in Idaho, with Andy Wayment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:22
On a March afternoon, Reid shares an hour with writer, hunter, upland historian, and Ruffed Grouse devotee Andy Wayment. Andy and Reid discuss Andy's recent book, Idaho Ruffed Grouse Hunting, which chronicles Andy's love…
Being a Young Hunter and Conservationist, with Liz and Hayden Lewis [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:44
Pheasant Fest is the annual consumer show and fundraiser/banquet that benefits Pheasants Forever, a leader in conservation of Upland habitat and species. While there I was able to sit down with the mother/daughter duo of…
In Southern New Mexico, with Mark Nissen of Classic Bird Hunts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:09
In another on-site podcast, Reid spends an evening with friend and former Endorsed Guide of the Year, Mark Nissen of Classic Bird Hunts. Recorded on a hunt for desert quail in southern New Mexico, this podcast is more a…
The Ideal Gun For Every Application [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:45
Reid explores his thoughts on the ideal gun for a given application. With identity as a focus throughout, he considers how the gun used in a given environment must make sense both functionally, but also tonally. This pod…
5 Tips To Correct Your Shooting When It Starts To Go South [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:58
In another solo podcast, Reid shares 5 tips on how to make corrections when shooting success starts to go south. In essence, these tips offer a way to troubleshoot when consistent missing starts to occur. Included are is…
Maggie's October [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:00
In another read-aloud session, Reid shares and reflects on the story Maggie's October, first published in Shooting Sportsman Magazine. The winter season is a reflective time, with many thoughts drifting back to people, p…
The Complexities of Gunsmithing, with Andrew Wertenberger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:16
Reid discusses shotguns and physics with Andrew Wertenberger, Senior Gunsmith for Caesar Guerini USA, Fabarm USA, and Syren. The two go deep into the functioning of auto-loaders, the physics of choke, the nuances of cart…
Duck Hunting, with Charley Perkins [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:21
Charley Perkins of The Orvis Company joins Reid to discuss all things duck hunting. Charley is an avid and lifelong waterfowler and a tremendous game shot, and the two discuss shooting both near home and further afield,…