Episode 129 - Drill Down on CWD
The Kansas BHA Podcast
If you think facts are better than fiction on the topic of CWD you need to listen to this episode. We talked to Dr. Krysten Schuler, a Wildlife Disease Ecologist with Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, about CWD. Dr. Schuler is the foremost expert on CWD, having studied the disease since 2002, her entire career. She’s presented expert testimony on CWD to the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources where she explained that ““Chronic wasting disease is the most serious threat facing wild deer and elk populations in North America today.” The best...
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Episode 128 - WIHA Update with Wes Sowards
The Kansas BHA Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Wes Sowards of KDWP And get an update on the walk-in hunting access program.
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Episode 127 - Year One Building the Hunting Dog Foundation
The Kansas BHA Podcast
In this episode of the Kansas BHA Podcast, we explore the first year of a hunting dog's life with Ron Boehme of The Hunting Dog Podcast and Jeff Hancock of Hickory Hollow Llewellin Setters. From crate training to first bird contact, we break down the key milestones, mistakes to avoid, and tips for building a reliable hunting companion
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Episode 126- June 2025 KDWP Commission Meeting Recap
The Kansas BHA Podcast
Kansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus and Kurt Ratzlaff break down the most recent KDWP commission meeting from June 2025. We have time stamps listed below for referencing the YouTube meeting recordings. If you want to skip our banter at the beginning and get right into the content, skip ahead to the 14:30 Mark. 21min Waterfowl History 31min Trout 46min Blue Cats 49min Various Fish Species 56min Regs in Promulgation 1hr 28min Hunting Pressure on Public Wetlands 1hr 39min KBA Opposes Expansion of Night hunting season 1hr 48min Secretary's Remarks 1hr 53min KS Fed...
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Episode 125- Hunting Dog First-aid with Dr. Claire Maples
The Kansas BHA Podcast
In this episode, host Chad Woods sits down with Dr. Clair—veterinarian, hunter, and owner of Paradigm Sporting Dog. They dive into hunting dog health, nutrition, field safety, and injury prevention, plus what to pack in your field and truck kits. Clair also shares insights on puppy development, caring for aging dogs, and how to be best prepared in the field. Don’t miss the details on her upcoming Bird Dog First Aid Course at Wichita Scheels on July 19th!
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Episode 124- ACTION ALERT-CONTACT YOUR SENATORS
The Kansas BHA Podcast
This episode is a quick Action Alert episode to let our listeners know about a very real threat of the sale of 2-3 MILLION acres of our public land. This process is moving quickly, so quick action is needed on our part. Lets take a stand and tell congress we oppose the sale of our public land! Links below to Learn and Take Action Senator Moran - 202-224-6521 Senator Marshall- 202-224-4774
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Episode 123- March & April 2025 KDWP Commission Meeting Summary
The Kansas BHA Podcast
Kansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus and Kurt Ratzlaff break down the most recent KDWP commission meetings from March & April 2025. We have time stamps listed below for referencing the YouTube meeting recordings. Time Stamps For referencing Commission Meeting Recording 1hr 20min Coyote NIght Hunting 2hr 55min Waterfowl season Process 3hr 10min Kansas Elk 3hr 20min Anterless whitetail season Time Stamps For referencing Commission Meeting Recording 12min Waterfowl season and bag limits 2hr 35min Coyote night hunting 3hr 50min Commission Procedure
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Episode 122- Jan. 2025 KDWP Commission Meeting Summary
The Kansas BHA Podcast
Kansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus and Kurt Ratzlaff break down the most recent KDWP commission meeting on January 30, 2025. This was an interesting meeting to say the least! We have time stamps listed below for referencing the recording. If you want to skip our banter at the beginning of this episode, skip to the 8:50 mark. Time Stamps For referencing Commission Meeting Recording 21 min- Eyeworms in Quail 43 min- Trail Cam Ban Discussion 1:09- Thermal Coyote Hunting 1:39- Law Enforcement Perspective on Thermal Hunting 2:25- Back From Break 3:09 Commission Tag Drawing...
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Episode 121- Ryan Callaghan
The Kansas BHA Podcast
Kansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus, Kyle Pokorny, and Kurt Ratzlaff sit down with BHA's North American Board Chair & Meateater's Director of Conservation Ryan Callaghan. We were short on time but we discussed a wide range of topics around BHA, keeping a positive attitude while hunting, and much more!
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Episode 120- Pheasants Forever with Bob St. Pierre
The Kansas BHA Podcast
Kansas BHA board members Marshal Loftus, Chad Woods, & Kurt Ratzlaff sit down today to discuss Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever and the upcoming Pheasant Fest Event in Kansas City with Bob St. Pierre. Bob is the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer for PF/QF. We hope to see you at Pheasant Fest!
info_outlineIf you think facts are better than fiction on the topic of CWD you need to listen to this episode. We talked to Dr. Krysten Schuler, a Wildlife Disease Ecologist with Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, about CWD. Dr. Schuler is the foremost expert on CWD, having studied the disease since 2002, her entire career. She’s presented expert testimony on CWD to the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources where she explained that ““Chronic wasting disease is the most serious threat facing wild deer and elk populations in North America today.” The best part…she’s an avid hunter and we regrettably pulled her out of her tree stand to record this episode. This stuff is important to her. If anyone cares equally about deer, hunting and the impact of CWD; Dr. Schuler is that person. Have a listen, this is good stuff to know.