# EP. 118: The Road to Duck Season | Road Trip to the Ducks Unlimited Expo

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Podcast: [The Migration Waterfowl Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-migration-waterfowl-podcast-6912521)
Published: 2026-07-30T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.migrationwaterfowl.com
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Duration seconds: 3870

## Resource

Road trips have a way of creating conversations you never could have planned. In this special episode, your host Brian Halbleib is joined by Damien Pittman of Punisher Waterfowl as they hit the highway together on the way to the Ducks Unlimited Expo in Memphis. What starts as a casual conversation from the cab of a pickup quickly turns into a wide-ranging discussion about the excitement of a new waterfowl season, the friendships that make this community special, and why getting together in person still matters in a world driven by social media. Brian and Damien also share their thoughts on the latest gear hitting the market, what they're looking forward to seeing at the Expo, and why networking, supporting one another, and surrounding yourself with good people has been one of the biggest blessings of their careers. The conversation also dives into bigger topics facing waterfowl hunters today, including habitat loss, conservation, Ducks Unlimited's role in protecting our wetlands, public land issues, and the future of hunting in North America. Whether you're counting down the days until opening morning or simply looking for an honest conversation between two passionate waterfowlers, this episode captures the anticipation, camaraderie, and optimism that make this time of year so special. So grab a cup of coffee, settle in for the ride, and join us as we head south toward Memphis and another waterfowl season that's just around the corner. Feel free to reach out to us: migrationwaterfowl@gmail.com Facebook, Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @migrationwaterfowl Migration Waterfowl Store - Gear Roost & Apparel https://www.migrationwaterfowl.com Patreon - Support the show & get more personal content from Brian https://www.patreon.com/MigrationWaterfowl Migration Waterfowl is prese…

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