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How to Get More Turkeys: Habitat Management That Actually Works
Want more turkeys on your property? It starts with how you manage your land. Ascend host Adrian Jessen sits down with Courtney Conring, wildlife biologist and Assistant Chief of Research for Alabama…
Women Hunting Elk: First Archery Harvest and Hard Lessons
Learn what it really takes to harvest an elk on public land—from scouting to pack‑out—and how women are redefining success in hunting. Host Erin Crider sits down with archery guide and instructor…
How Farming and Soil Health Shape Wildlife, Water, and the Outdoors
Learn how farming and conservation practices directly shape wildlife habitat, water quality, and the future of the outdoors. Ascend host Adrian Jessen sits down with Joy Van Wyngarden—an Iowa…
The Truth About Hunting : Host Round Table, Real Stories & Lessons
What really happens behind the highlight reels of hunting and outdoor life?In this candid roundtable episode, Bethany, Adrienne, Erin, and Julia sit down to reflect on a full season of conversations,…
Women, Wilderness, and the Will to Provide: Homesteading & Gator Wrangling
Discover how modern women are reclaiming ancestral skills—from raising and processing their own meat to handling unexpected encounters with Florida gators.Host Bethany Beathard sits down with Tiffany…
Carrying in the Field: How Women Stay Safe, Confident, and Prepared Outdoors
Learn how women are taking safety, confidence, and responsibility into their own hands—both in the field and everyday life.Professional shotgun shooter and DU Ascend host Julia Stallings sits down…
Backcountry Safety for Hunters: What Every Woman Needs to Carry and Know
Learn how to stay safe, prepared, and confident in the backcountry—no matter the terrain or weather.Olympian, biathlete, firearms instructor, and trick shooter Lanny Barnes joins host Adrian to share…
Hunting Buddy Etiquette: Expectations, Safety, and Setting Each Other Up for Success
Learn how to prepare for your next hunt with a partner—without stress, confusion, or mismatched expectations. Host Erin Crider, founder of Uncharted Outdoors Women, sits down with her hunting buddy,…
Finding Your Outdoor Community: How Women Build Confidence Together
Discover how women find belonging, mentorship, and confidence by stepping into the outdoors together.Host Bethany Beathard sits down with Jess Rice, founder of WildHERness, a women‑centered outdoor…
The Outdoor Icks: Real Talk on Confidence, Community, and Hunting Culture
Learn how women navigate outdoor “icks,” confidence pressure, and community expectations without losing the joy of hunting.Hosted by Julia Stallings, this episode features DU Ascend host Erin Crider…
Training Your First Duck Dog: What New Handlers Need to Know
Learn what it really takes to train and hunt with your first duck dog—without pressure or perfection.Adrienne is joined by Addison Walker, an 18-year-old dog trainer assistant at Mossy Pond Lodge…
Finding Confidence, Creativity, and the Outdoors with Priscilla Block
Success doesn’t mean losing who you were or what you love.Country music artist Priscilla Block joins Ascend to talk about confidence, creativity, staying grounded, and how the outdoors plays a role…
How to Vet Women’s Hunts, Trips, and Outdoor Groups
Not every women’s hunt or retreat is created equal, and some should raise red flags.Erin Crider sits down with Kelly Godfrey of Texas Women Outdoors to walk through how to evaluate women’s hunts,…
Common Deer Hunting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Every hunter makes mistakes; the best ones learn from them.Adrian Jessen is joined by professional angler and hunter Anastasia Patterson to break down the most common mistakes women make while deer…
From Clay Shooting to Hunting: Building Confidence with a Shotgun
Shooting clays and hunting birds are not the same, and that gap frustrates a lot of women.Julia Stallings is joined by shotgun instructor Brandy Elrod to break down how to transition from the clay…
Raising Kids Outdoors: Conservation Starts at Home
You don’t need big land or big policy to raise conservation-minded kids.Bethany Beathard sits down with Amy Hall to talk about parenting, hunting, and how everyday outdoor moments like fishing trips,…
Duck Migration, Weather, and Realistic Expectations for New Waterfowl Hunters
Why don’t the ducks show up when social media says they should?In this episode, Erin Crider is joined by Ducks Unlimited conservation leader Sarah Fleming to break down how duck migration actually…
Handgun Training, Mindset, and Personal Safety for Women
Handgun training isn’t just about the gun; it’s about mindset, responsibility, and awareness.Host Adrian Jessen is joined by firearms educator Beth Alcazar to discuss what women should consider…
Training a Hunting Dog While Raising a Family, with Destiny Thomasson
Can you raise a hunting dog without sacrificing your family or your sanity?Bethany Beathard sits down with professional dog trainer Destiny Thomasson of Hund + Soul to talk about training gun dogs in…
You Don’t Have to Grow Up Hunting: Finding Your Way Outdoors
Do you need to grow up hunting to belong outdoors?The women of Ascend say no.In this premiere episode, hosts Adrian Jessen, Bethany Beathard, Erin Crider, and Julia Stallings share how they each…
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ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited has published 21 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.
ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 57m.
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