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#348 | The Gear That Made a Difference This Upland Season with Mike Neiduski
06 March 2026

#348 | The Gear That Made a Difference This Upland Season with Mike Neiduski

Birdshot Podcast

About

In this episode of The Birdshot Podcast, host Nick Larson sits down with Mike Neiduski of Ugly Dog Hunting Company for a wide-ranging and entertaining conversation covering hockey, Pheasant Fest highlights, dog gear innovations, and the tools that made a difference this season. The conversation wraps with an exciting announcement, Nick is adding a new puppy to the family.

Mike Neiduski is the founder of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, a Minnesota-based retailer specializing in high-quality hunting dog gear and training equipment. A passionate upland hunter and dog owner, Mike is deeply involved in the bird hunting community and regularly shares insights through the Ugly Dog Podcast.

Expect to Learn:

    The real-world pros and cons of Garmin’s new TT25 beeper collar

    Why upland hunters are embracing GPS watches

    Smart gear upgrades that improved efficiency this season

    How a simple walkie-talkie can enhance group hunts

    Essential tools and mindset shifts for bringing home a new bird dog puppy

Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:

    [00:00:00] - Introduction and Hockey Banter

    [00:07:06] - Analysis of Player Performances and Skills

    [00:13:07] - Olympic Games and USA vs Canada Showdown

    [00:19:46] - Player Dynamics and Team Strategies

    [00:25:24] - The Impact of Officiating on Game Outcomes

    [00:36:26] - Insights from Pheasant Fest and Gear Trends

    [00:45:54] - Precision in Hunting with GPS Technology

    [00:53:45] - Understanding GPS Data and Its Challenges

    [01:00:17] - The Importance of Smartwatch Integration in Hunting

    [01:09:00] - Finding the Right Gear for Cold Weather Hunting

    [01:15:24] - Innovative Communication Tools for Hunting

    [01:24:01] - Convenience in Hunting Gear

    [01:39:05] - Preparing for a New Puppy


Follow The Guest, Mike Neiduski:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-neiduski-75635126/

    Facebook (Company): https://www.facebook.com/uglydoghunting

    Instagram (Company): https://www.instagram.com/uglydoghuntingco/

    Tiktok (Company): https://www.tiktok.com/@uglydoghuntingco

    Youtube (Company): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7G1T81K9zEBLmB0AoqOcgA

    Website: https://uglydoghunting.com/

    Products mentioned on the show: Cold weather gloves - https://amzn.to/47hxsuf Portable tripod - https://amzn.to/4r0e1NyRockie Talkie - https://amzn.to/4kZsQysSika Alpha Fleece - https://amzn.to/4l0heeDCold weather FastFit gloves - https://amzn.to/3OCyfzD


Follow the Host, Nick:

    Instagram: @birdshot.podcast

    Website: www.birdshotpodcast.com

Listening Links:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17EVUDJPwR2iJggzhLYil7

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/birdshot-podcast/id1288308609

    YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@birdshot.podcast


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