Pay attention to your dog and you’ll become a better hunter. That’s what Wingshooting USA TV host and author Scott Linden says. He should know, he’s hunted with hundreds of pointers, flushers and retrievers while making the show and on his own hunting adventures. He’s compiled his observations, suggestions, and advice into a new seminar called “What the Dogs Taught Me” based on his upcoming book to be published this summer by Skyhorse Publishing of New York.
Next stop:
Pheasant Fest/Quail Classic: Both topics every day Feb. 15-17.
Scott offers a lighthearted, welcoming, and practical approach that introduces you to the skills, gear, protocol and “dogology” you’ll need to hone your skills or begin your exploration of the uplands. From gun fit to field etiquette, reading bird cover, and how to interact with dogs, guides, and fellow hunters, you’ll be ready for your first (or your next) bird hunt. Seasoned uplanders will find insights and semi-secret guide’s tips that will make their next trip afield more productive and fun. Beginners will discover insights and observations not contained in other books or videos.
What this seminar is NOT, is another training workshop full of repetition, rote exercises and boring drills. Most of the ideas are actually better at training dog owners than their dogs!
Of course, all of the learning is punctuated by plenty of fun and games and every attendee will receive a free copy of Scott’s “Ultimate Upland Checklist” so you and your dog are outfitted from muzzle to paw, head to toe. Said one attendee: “Scott’s lessons are worth their weight in dog food. What will you learn? Everything from better shooting to dog training shortcuts … insights into why a dog does what he does, and how to help him help you. Hunting tactics and strategies, and ideas you won’t find in anyone’s books, videos or magazine articles. When Scott is done with you, you’ll be a better hunter!”
Whether you own a Lab, spaniel, or pointing breed, Scott Linden wants to help you become a better bird hunter by attending his “What the Dogs Taught Me” (short version) or “Bird Hunting Boot Camp” (long version) seminar. Whether you’re a seasoned upland veteran or a newcomer, Scott offers something for you at this fast-paced and informative seminar.
- Shooting tips
- Dog training advice
- Bird behavior
- Hunting strategies
- Shortcuts, tips and tactics
Full of fun, audience interaction, prizes and pop quizzes, Scott uses props and PowerPoint for a dynamic, information-packed seminar that usually plays to stand-room-only crowds and garners rave reviews:
NEW seminar! Go West for Quail: The where’s, why’s and what’s of hunting valley quail and chukars. A great primer for those considering a trip to the western U.S.
“Thought your seminar was great. You talked of the things dog owners need to know, not what you have to sell them. I bet you could have gone on for hours.”
“I too speak in front of people and I feel you had all of us in the palm of your hand. We all would have stayed at least another hour if you would have let us.”
“Thank you for the one on one attention you gave me, I’m sure my dog Stormi would thank you if she could.”
“Just wanted to say thank you for putting on such a good seminar for us. Great information, and your presentation was very well done.”
“We’ve also been receiving a lot of great feedback here in the store, so thanks again.”
“Thank you sooo very much for coming up to Seattle and presenting such a fabulous clinic. I learned a lot and found myself repeating some of the stories and tips you had to my boyfriend when I got home.”
“I found the “Boot Camp” to be very interesting. Even after hunting upland birds for many years over all kinds of dogs – pointing, flushing and retrieving - I was able to remember some of the things I’ve forgotten over the years from your camp. Timing was perfect as we prep for the season. “
If you’d like to host a seminar call 541-382-1726 and discuss your strategic needs. Whether as a fundraiser, marketing tactic or to build your brand, this workshop is sure to deliver avid participants.
When will you have another seminar in the Portland metro area,
Possibly this fall, Eric. Watch this blog and our Facebook.
What kind of dog is best for hunting quail and a good family dog?
Depends on what you want from a dog – point, flush, retrieve, and couch partner. For most quail but the bobwhite, I’m leaning to flushing breeds because the birds are notorious runners and will frustrate a pointer. Keep us posted.
Scott, Just caught Bond’s inquiry about an Illinois seminar. Being a northwest Indiana guy, would be interested also let me know. Oh, that setter of mine is coming along. Took a bit of the rick smith going with you knowledge, I think he will be right soon
I’ll keep you posted Jim. Glad things are going well with your setter. Have a great season.
Scott, I just caught the tail end of your quail hunting show about 5 mins ago and was wondering what part of the West you were in. It looked like possible Southern AZ but noticed a complete lack of cactus and lots of olive trees. What part of the country was this hunt in?
Thanks,
Lloyd
We were at Flying Double FF Ranch in eastern Oregon. More info: http://www.flyingdoublef.com. A fantastic, frantic, challenging hunt.
Scot
Do you ever come to Illinios to give one of your seminars? I have a 1 1/2 yr old germanshort pointer. Would love to learn more from you and your seminar. Please let me know. I know several very good and personal pheasant clubs and would be more than willing to take you if you desire. Please drop me a line and lets go out and eat more fast food ( pheasants).
Harvest some Phast Phood today in South Dakota! Thanks for the invitation, Bond. Always looking to take my new seminar out your way. If you know of any clubs that would host one, put them in touch with me. We can go hunting as part of it!
Scott,
Come to the Seattle Filson’s store. It is the flagship location and I’d love to come hear your talk. I would bring my buddies and our sons too… We hunt released pheasant and wild quail and chukkar. German Shorthair and have a VDD on order coming next spring.
Thanks – Paul
Thanks Paul. I was there last summer, I alternate locations every year for Filson. Come to Seattle or to the Gun Dog Expo if you can – bring your friends! Where are you getting your DD?
Scott, I was curious if you had any advice on this one. I have an English Setter who is still pretty new to this game ansd so far his bird work is great. However, he gets so excited about his work that he forgets I’m there, and of course ends up way to far out of range. Any ideas on how to calm him down a bit so he can stay connected?
Be careful not to temper his enthusiasm too much. It might be simply that he’s young and immature. But if it’s an ongoing problem, head back to the yard and obedience, would be my guess. Rich Smith recently said (again) he doesn’t let a dog off a lead or a chain gang until the dog calms. The makes a dog heel before going onto anything else. That’s a start. In the field, your dog should STILL obey your “come” command, no matter what the distraction. If not, open the gate and get back in the yard.
I once lamented the too-far-out problem to an sage wirehair owner who reminded me that a dog only ranges far when there aren’t birds close. If you dog will come when called, and (eventually) becomes steady on birds no matter their distance from you, what’s wrong with a big runner?
Scott
I have a English Pointer named WingBone! He does good out in the field but WingBone only wants to run until he finds a bird. How can I get him to slow down and put his nose down to find more birds? Also I would like to know if there is anything I can do to improve my dogs sense of smell? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Ian & WingBone Sayler
From North Dakota
Ian, you probably won’t be able to slow down your dog without affecting his hunting spirit. Don’t bother. From what you’re saying he’s doing great – runs hard, finds birds. If you really think he’s missing some, plant a few closer in for a while and see if he adjusts. His smeller is probably just fine – diet, fitness, hydration and practice will take it to its maximum potential.
Go Wingbone!
See you in Mott some time!
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My Springer and I watched Hunting with Hank and Dash Afield with host Dez Young. I really think he learned how to hunt from those two shows. He watched the action but put his head down during commercials. Now I have an 8-month old French Brittany. We have started watching your show. To my surprise he watches the action and puts his head down during commercials. I hope he learns about pointing from Manny and Buddy. I’m doing my best to help him grow into a great dog.
Sorta like me! But you can teach an old dog new tricks, so both of you should learn to watch the commercials. My sponsors thank you! And get that pup on some birds – that’ll teach him to point.
Do you ever hunt maine ? many millions of acers open to public hunting and some of the best Partridge (Grouse) and Wood Cock hunting any where.
JW
Nope, but I’ve fished there. Hope to, some day.
You going to to have any “what the dogs taught me” boot camps in Oregon in 2012??
Likely yes, so stay tuned to the blog.
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Nice Drathaar. My 1 yr old Filson Vom Stillwasser is stoked about this season.
Danke. As are Three Devils Yankee’s Buddy and Three Devils Linden’s Wingman!
Scott when you coming to Georgia ?
Funny you should ask. We will shoot a couple shows in Feb. at Quail Country Plantation near Albany!
AH.. I see it’s in OK..
Scott,
Did i miss the location? Our Annie Oakley Boom Days in Pinehurst NC attracted around 1200 people.
WOW SCOTT, Sure sounds like alot of fun, Wish we could be at one of your stage shows.I will be inthe proses of moving myself and family[ wife and three labs]to rapid city South Dakota during that time .We will be wishing you the best and hope to be able to attend next year. Best of luck and happy hunting .
My wife says if they had a Nordstrom’s in SD, we would move there, too! Good luck. Maybe I’ll see you in the field – I LOVE SD!