ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited

ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited

Ducks Unlimited

Episodes 21
Avg. Duration 57m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (8)
Since Sep 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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100%
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About This Podcast

Ascend is a multimedia platform that spotlights the millions of outdoorswomen across our country who go hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, biking, running, and perform important conservation work every day. Our web series and podcast feature guests who share their experiences with a focus on entertainment, education, and authenticity. Our viewers and listeners will get to know them and learn all about their passion for the outdoors. Whether you've been in outdoor communities all your life or are just getting started, Ascend is the place for you to follow your story! Brought to you by Ducks Unlimited.

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How to Get More Turkeys: Habitat Management That Actually Works

May 31, 2026 58m Transcript

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

May 17, 2026 32m Transcript

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

May 03, 2026 1h 7m Transcript

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

Apr 19, 2026 59m Transcript

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

Apr 05, 2026 44m Transcript

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

Mar 22, 2026 1h 6m Transcript

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

Mar 08, 2026 1h 1m Transcript

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

Feb 22, 2026 57m Transcript

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

Feb 08, 2026 58m Transcript

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

Jan 25, 2026 1h 9m Transcript

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

Jan 11, 2026 42m Transcript

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

Dec 28, 2025 43m Transcript

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

Dec 14, 2025 1h 27m Transcript

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)

Nov 30, 2025 58m Transcript

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

Nov 16, 2025 1h Transcript

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

Nov 02, 2025 58m Transcript

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

Oct 19, 2025 1h 15m Transcript

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

Oct 05, 2025 57m Transcript

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

Sep 21, 2025 50m Transcript

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

Sep 07, 2025 52m Transcript

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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How many episodes does ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited have?

ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited has published 21 episodes since September 2025, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.

Is ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited still active?

ASCEND by Ducks Unlimited is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 57m.

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