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EP. 107: DIY Waterfowl Hunting Road Trips: My Complete System
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- May 14, 2026
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Summary
On this episode of the Migration Waterfowl Podcast, your host Brian Halbleib dives into one of the topics he gets asked about a lot: freelance waterfowl road trips. From choosing a destination and planning a hunt to licensing, budgeting, scouting, gear selection, and deciding where to actually hunt once you arrive, Brian breaks down his complete process for planning DIY waterfowl adventures. Whether you're thinking about taking your first out-of-state hunt or looking to become a more efficient travel hunter, this episode is packed with practical information and lessons learned through years of trial and error. Brian discusses how he researches potential hunting locations, what resources he uses before ever leaving home, how he approaches scouting unfamiliar areas, and the gear that makes the cut when space is limited. He also covers regulations and licensing considerations, the importance of understanding each state or province waterfowl laws, and what happens after the hunt—including transporting and making use of harvested birds. If you've ever wondered what really goes into planning a successful freelance hunt beyond the social media highlight reels, this episode pulls back the curtain. Please share this episode with your hunting friends and family, and thank you for supporting the Migration Waterfowl Podcast. Feel free to reach out to us: [email protected] Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Patreon - You can support the show here and get exclusive access! https://www.patreon.com/MigrationWaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Apparel & Gear Roost https://www.migrationwaterfowl.com Migration Waterfowl is presented by: Blue Bird Waterfowl https://bluebirdwaterfowl.com And also brought to you by these fine partners: Rig’Em Right Outdoors http…