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Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 105 California Duck Banding: Klamath Night Lighting, Pintail Nets & Why Reporting MattersJeff sits down with Brian Huber and Jason Coslovich to unpack this summer’s banding push and preseason pintail work—what changed with more water on the landscape, how night-lighting in the Klamath Basin actually happens, and why your band reports keep California’s harvest models honest.What’s insideSac Valley bounce-back: swim-in traps, summer water, and a strong run of molting mallards and wood ducks.Klamath after dark: airboats, spotlights, big crates—plus what red-painted bands mean and how crews avoid re-capturing fresh birds.Transmitters 101: what they reveal about nesting and molt, the tradeoffs for differ...
2025-10-2731 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 100 Save It For The Blind's 100th Episode We’re celebrating 100 episodes of Save it for the Blind with a friendly, fast-paced trivia throwdown. Our hosts Jeff Smith & Carson Odegard welcome a stacked CWA panel—Brian Huber (Wood Duck Program Coordinator & Waterfowl Biologist), Jason Coslovich (Egg Salvage Program Coordinator & Waterfowl Biologist), and Kevin Vella (Regional Biologist & Land Trust Coordinator)—to test what we all think we know about ducks, geese, history, and the laws that shaped American waterfowling.What you’ll hearCWA origins and early club lore—plus the real first name of the organization.Record-breakers: oldest banded birds, the highest-flying duck, and the fastes...
2025-09-1546 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 92 Boots, Bands & Baby Ducks: Robert Jones on North Delta’s HatcheryJeff’s off chasing summer vacation, so Carson Odegard grabs a mic with CWA egg-salvage guru Jason Coslovich - Egg Salvage Program Coordinator, Waterfowl Biologist and Robert “Rob” Jones—the volunteer dynamo keeping the North Delta Duck Hatchery clucking along since the early 2000s. Pull a chair up to the brooder and hear how a ramshackle 1996 shed on Tyler Island now kicks out 500 wild mallards a year, why 92 percent of rescued eggs actually hatch, and what it takes to relocate the whole outfit before next spring’s first quack.Talking pointsEggs to wings: the combine-to-incubator relay that...
2025-07-2141 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 81 Pintails, Wood Ducks, And Million Milestones: A post season deep diveOn this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard sit down with two of California Waterfowl’s leading waterfowl biologists—Brian Huber, Wood Duck Program Coordinator, and Jason Coslovich, Egg Salvage Program Coordinator—for an in-depth look at the science, stories, and successes behind CWA’s critical conservation work. They cover the results of this year’s pintail banding efforts, surprising data from the field, and how weather and habitat conditions shaped the season. The conversation also celebrates a major milestone: the banding of CWA’s one-millionth wood duck—and what that achieveme...
2025-04-2957 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 81 Pintails, Wood Ducks, And Million Milestones: A post season deep diveOn this episode of Save it for the Blind, hosts Jeff Smith and Carson Odegard sit down with two of California Waterfowl’s leading waterfowl biologists—Brian Huber, Wood Duck Program Coordinator, and Jason Coslovich, Egg Salvage Program Coordinator—for an in-depth look at the science, stories, and successes behind CWA’s critical conservation work.They cover the results of this year’s pintail banding efforts, surprising data from the field, and how weather and habitat conditions shaped the season. The conversation also celebrates a major milestone: the banding of CWA’s one-millionth wood duck—and what that achieveme...
2025-04-2857 min
The Filthy Spoon PodcastEP #8 The Filthy Spoon Spot Burn.Support the Filthy Spoon with a small donation.
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Happy holidays from the Filthy Spoon Spot Burn! In this week's episode, join your host as he navigates the challenges and triumphs of duck hunting in Northern California during the festive season. From career changes and life lessons to exciting duck hunting tales, there's plenty to unpack.
We hear firsthand accounts from experts like Jason Coslovich and Mark Kirsten on the state of the hunt, weather conditions, and the camaraderie that comes with sharing these outdoor adventures. There's a light-hearted look at...
2024-12-261h 02The Filthy Spoon PodcastEP#3 the Filthy spoon spot burnJoin us for an exciting episode of "The Filthy Spoon Spot Burn," where we dive into the latest updates on hunting adventures in Northern California and beyond. This week, host Jon shares his thrilling experiences at Milko Duck Club with his long-time hunting buddy, Mason. With ten birds in the bag and a day full of camaraderie, Jon reflects on one of the best Novembers he's had in recent memory.
As the episode unfolds, John checks in with various guests, including Mike Merlo and Mark Kristensen, who share their own hunting stories and insights. From pheasant hunts t...
2024-11-1457 min
Thoughts on RiceOff-season bird habitat conservation programs with Jason Coslovich and Luke MatthewsSend us a textFeedback Poll Together, the UCCE Rice Farm Advisors seek to provide relevant, topical research-backed information relating to CA rice production.Sarah Marsh Janish sits down with Jason Coslovich and Luke Matthews to talk about some of the bird habitat conservation incentive programs that are available for rice farmers who can benefit from incorporating these into winter off season plans.CWA ResourcesRice Levee and Ag Corridor ProgramEgg Salvage ProgramDelayed Harvest ProgramFallow Lands Pr...
2024-11-0434 minThe Filthy Spoon PodcastEP #114 Mastering Duck Blind Concealment with Expert Guide Jason CoslovichWelcome to the latest episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast, where host Jon dives deep into the art of duck hunting with the esteemed guest, Jason Coslovich, lead guide for CICC Outdoors. This episode kicks off with a nod to the podcast's sponsors, including Willow Creek Custom Calls, 2U Mobile ATV Repair, Elite Bowfish, and Pinto Ridge, highlighting their contributions to the hunting community.
Jason shares his extensive knowledge on constructing and maintaining effective duck blinds, emphasizing the importance of proper concealment techniques. He walks listeners through the detailed process of building a robust blind using hog...
2024-10-2035 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 54: Diving into Waterfowl Biology: Habitat Conservation with Luke Matthews & Jason CoslovichOn this episode of Save it for the Blind, our hosts Jeff and Carson sit down with Luke Matthews, Nesting Bird Habitat Incentive Program Coordinator for CDFW, and Jason Coslovich, a biologist with CWA. They delve into the crucial program Luke oversees, while also exploring the fascinating world of waterfowl biology and the trends these experts have observed. Tune in for an episode rich with insights and discoveries in the realm of avian conservation!
2024-10-141h 01
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 40: Wildlife Wonders: Banding, Wood Ducks, and Rocket Netting with Brian Huber and Jason CoslovichIn this new episode, we dive into the world of bird conservation efforts with waterfowl biologists Brian Huber and Jason Cosvlovich. We explore the recent season's highlights in bird banding, the story behind the story of the 1 millionth wood duck video and the exciting use of rocket netting. Here’s a rundown of what we cover: What This Recent Season Showed Us: A comprehensive analysis of this year’s bird banding numbers and how they compare to last year. Key trends and data insights that reveal the health and behaviors of bird populations. Banding Numbers This...
2024-07-0844 min
The Fowl LifeE407 - Nobody Does It Like CWA! Featuring Special Guest Biologists from California WaterfowlWhen it comes to conservation! When it comes to fighting for hunters' rights. When it comes to introducing new folks to waterfowling, when it comes to giving back to the ducks! - Nobody does it like California Waterfowl Association! Chad is joined by Brian Huber and Jason Coslovich, both waterfowl biologists for CWA, to discuss everything ducks and geese! The guys touch on the wood duck project and get into a huge accomplishment with the one millionth wood duck being hatched through the CWA Wood Duck Project. That’s not all though, from banquet topics to pintail limits to speckle be...
2024-07-031h 31The Filthy Spoon PodcastEP #64 CWA egg salvage and wood duck program with Jason Coslovich & Brian HuberJon sits down with Jason Coslovich and Brian Huber "birdyologist" both CWA biologists and we chat about the egg salvage program and the soon to be 1 millionth wood duck hatched.
2024-03-271h 08
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 22 : Lundberg farms and CWA Egg salvage Join host Jeff on this enlightening episode of Save it for the Blind as he delves into the world of conservation and sustainable agriculture. Jeff sits down with two remarkable guests who are making a significant impact in their respective fields.First up is Jason Coslovich, the Egg Salvage Program Coordinator and Waterfowl Biologist. Jason shares insights into the fascinating work of rescuing waterfowl eggs from agricultural fields to protect them from farming activities. He discusses the challenges and successes of this vital conservation effort and sheds light on the importance of preserving natural habitats for wildlife.
2024-03-0452 min
Save it for the Blind PodcastEp. 4 : Rocket netting & banding totals Prepare for a captivating journey into the heart of waterfowl hunting and the fascinating world of waterfowl biology on this episode of Save it for the Blind. Hosts Dylan, Jeff, and Carson have a thrilling conversation with two extraordinary guests, Brian Huber and Jason Coslovich, who bring a deep well of knowledge and experience to the table. Tune in as Brian and Jason recount their personal odysseys into the realm of hunting, from their earliest days as outdoors enthusiasts to becoming seasoned hunters. Discover the stories, challenges, and triumphs that have fueled their passion for this timeless pursuit .But...
2023-10-301h 05