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The First Gen Hunter PodcastEp. 365 Ugly Dog Hunting with Mike NeiduskiMike Neiduski is the owner and operator of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, an online bird dog supply shop, providing serious gear for serious bird hunters and dog trainers. He is a NAVHDA senior judge, published writer, and spends most of his fall traveling across bird country with his wirehair, Nash and shorthair, Mack.
Topics covered include:
Mike's recent venture with Ugly Dog
Creating a safe environment for dogs/people alike
Public land advocacy
Making hunting gear affordable for all budgets
Mike's unwritten rules in the uplands
Connect with Mike's company:
https://uglydoghunting.com/
2025-08-211h 02
The Upland SocialEpisode 13: Ugly Dog Hunting with Mike NeiduskiMike Neiduski is the owner and operator of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, an online bird dog supply shop, providing serious gear for serious bird hunters and dog trainers. He is a NAVHDA senior judge, published writer, and spends most of his fall traveling across bird country with his wirehair, Nash and shorthair, Mack. Topics covered include:Mike's recent venture with Ugly DogCreating a safe environment for dogs/people alikePublic land advocacy Making hunting gear affordable for all budgetsMike's unwritten rules in the uplandsConnect with Mike's company:https://ug...
2025-08-201h 02
The Ugly Dog Podcast59. Mike Neiduski - Planning a Long Distance Bird Hunting TripThis episode is the audio of a presentation Mike did at the 2025 NAVHDA Annual Meeting in Montana. He covers his tips and tricks to plan and execute a long distance road trip including pre-planning, checklist making, and some helpful pro-tips to keep you out of trouble when it inevitably finds you. If you have any follow up questions, feel free to reach out to Mike directly at the email mentioned in the intro, or our social media channels. Enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Shop now at UglyDogHunting.com.M...
2025-06-121h 00
The Upland Disciple PodcastUgly Dog Hunting w/ Mike NeiduskiIn this episode we switch it up a bit, still talking bird dogs and bird dog training/development but from a tools provider perspective. Mike Neiduski owns Ugly Dog Hunting, and as an avid uplander builds his business based on training tools, devices, and apparel that make sense and work for him and his customers. His product lines aim at longevity, usefulness, and not overselling the unneccessary stuff we all seem to get early on in our training lives!! You can find all things Ugly Dog Hunting at www.uglydoghunting.com or on Facebook or Instagram @uglydoghunting.
2025-05-1557 minThe Ugly Dog Podcast55. Ellen Neiduski - Lessons Learned On The Journey to A Well-Trained CompanionFor a little something different this week Mike sits down with his mother, Ellen, on Mother's Day to discuss their family history in pets. Ellen shares her decision and commitment to having a well-trained family dog and a variety of lessons she learned along the way. She also taps into the power of working with a trainer part time to develop confidence in not only the dog, but herself as a trainer and the dividends this effort provides years later. Music used under Creative Commons -Two Step Daisy Duke by Mr. Smith is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 I...
2025-05-151h 21
Road to Detection: Training Tips for Scent Detection Handlers, Competitors and Enthusiasts017 - Bird Dog Detection: Accidental Bird Dog & Ugly Dog HuntingIn this episode, I'm joined by Terry Ann Fernando and Mike Neiduski. We delve into our journey with bird dogs and explore effective strategies for managing our high-energy companions. We highlight the numerous benefits of scent work for dogs, particularly in engaging high-drive breeds and navigating rehabilitation periods. We discuss the three pillars of dog training and the importance of building a strong foundation, especially for hunting dogs. The conversation also covers the significance of reading your dog's behavior accurately and provides insights on getting started with scent work.
Finally, I'm excited to announce a collaboration with...
2025-01-071h 09
The Orvis Hunting and Shooting PodcastUgly Dog Hunting, with Mike NeiduskiReid welcomes Mike Neiduski of Ugly Dog Hunting back to the podcast, this time to chat about his journey toward ownership of this online retail company. Mike talks about his path, his dogs, and his commitment to a lifestyle that revolves around upland pursuits.
2024-12-1857 min
Birdshot PodcastBlack Friday Deals and Gear Talk with Mike NeiduskiJoined by owner of Ugly Dog Hunting Co, Mike Neiduski, we discuss some of our favorite gear along with recommendations and deals on a special Black Friday episode.Show Highlights:
A brief Minnesota Wild update…
Garmin watch and GPS recommendations
How to find your phone with your Garmin watch?!
onX Hunt uses and carplay compatibility
How do you manage cold temperatures in trucks for dogs?
Brush pant discussion
Gun safes and gun case hangers
What’s in your field first aid kit?
Cold weather layers and shells
All about boots
Eye and ear prot...
2024-11-292h 04
Gun Dog It Yourself288. Ugly Dog TalkMike Neiduski of Ugly Dog Hunting joins me for a discussion that spans a number of relevant dog topics which most of them simply come back to the question of "Why are we testing?"WATCH HERE!
Impressions of the upland community through so many unique lenses
Becoming a judge to become a better handler?
Learning by seeing so many different dogs and handlers
IF using a command then actually use it!
Test jitters and nervousness
Why are we testing?
Where does ego fall into testing and preparation?
"I'll fix that later"
Are people losing the "purpose"...
2024-10-081h 56
The Western Wingshooter PodcastUgly Dog Hunting Company with Mike NeiduskiMike Neiduski is this weeks guest! Mike is the owner of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, a judge for NAVHDA, and a fantastic human! We talk about his path to taking the jump into owning a small business. Some tragedy with his dogs. and plans for the upcoming season and much more! Be sure to follow him on instagram @mneiduski and @uglydoghuntingco. Huge thanks to our sponsors Boss Shotshells OnX Hunt Final Rise Dogtra Waltons Nutrisource Pet Foods pa...
2024-07-161h 15
Birdshot PodcastA Conversation from the Ugly Dog Podcast with Mike NeiduskiIn this episode we share a conversation from the recently launched Ugly Dog Podcast with host Mike Neiduski and guest Nick Larson on upland hunting, bird dogs, shotguns and more.Show Highlights:
About the Birdshot Podcast
The spark aka the ruffed grouse
Rituals, hunting trips and hunting close to home
Hartley’s cruciate ligament injury - out for the season
Old dogs with lots of bird contacts
Comparing Nick’s English setters
Bird dogs working wild birds
The Ugly Dog Podcast Lightning Round aka “a rolling plains thunderstorm”
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2024-06-211h 49
The Accidental Bird Dog PodcastBecoming a NAVHDA Judge Mike Neiduski, owner of Ugly Dog Hunting company and Senior NAVHDA judge, joins me to talk about becoming a NAVHDA judge. We discuss his experiences going through the Apprentice Program, including why he decided to become a judge, what it was like to apprentice for the first time, and what he enjoyed the most about being an apprentice. We also get into his journey becoming a Senior judge and what the future may hold. Mike also hosts the Ugly Dog Podcast. You can find him on Instagram, Facebook, or Tiktok. And you can visit his website or send him an e...
2024-05-2259 minThe Ugly Dog PodcastEpisode 1 - Introducing the Ugly Dog Podcast!Episode one is finally here! Our host, Mike Neiduski, sits down to share who he is, how he came to run Ugly Dog Hunting Co., his origin story with bird dogs, and what listeners can expect in future episodes. He also addresses a handful of customer questions including essentials for a started dog, the nuance of breed hunting styles, what drive's Mike off-season training (it's not testing), and a quick run through on e-collars.Brought to you by Ugly Dog Hunting Co. Serious gear for serious bird hunters and dog trainers... and our sometimes silly dogs. Shop...
2024-05-0248 min
Amaazen Outdoors PodcastS4EP80 - Mike Neiduski Ugly Dog Hunting CoMike, the owner of Ugly Dog Hunting Company, discusses the risks and challenges of bird dog hunting, including injuries and accidents that can occur in the field. He shares personal stories of his dogs encountering porcupines and other hazards. Mike also provides insight into the history of Ugly Dog Hunting Company and its evolution as a supply shop for bird hunting and dog training gear. The conversation delves into the topic of chaps and clothing brands, exploring the challenges of manufacturing and competing in the hunting gear industry. Lastly, Mike reflects on his experience at Pheasant Fest and the...
2024-03-141h 36
The Reverend Hunter PodcastMike Neiduski: "God shows up for me in birds of prey"Tony sits down with upland hunting zealot and writer Mike Neiduski, and they discuss growing up in Worchester, Mass., writing poetry, stopping writing poetry, getting a German Wirehair Pointer, training dogs so that you can hunt year-round, letting it rip, divorce and dead dogs, growing up Catholic, writing about grief, becoming an entrepreneur, and more.
Find Mike's writing here: https://www.instagram.com/mneiduski/, and find the company he just acquired here: www.uglydoghunting.com
https://reverendhunter.com/
2024-01-3054 min
The Flush Podcast - Stories from the fieldA Beautiful Journey to Ugly DogsMike Neiduski the new owner of Ugly Dog Hunting joins the show to talk about his journey through the upland world and why he decided to buy an online retail store that provides gear for bird dogs and bird hunters. Mike talks about his time working for the Ruffed Grouse Society, Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever, what he’s learned about the upland world, and what he’s working on to help us bird hunters and our bird dogs.
Presented by Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com/) Ready Rest (https://readyrest.com/) Aluma (https://www.alumaklm.com,) Walton’s (http...
2024-01-161h 03
Get Down to College BusinessFundraising Trends and Tactics with Mike NeiduskiSarah Holtan, PhD sits down with Mike Neiduski, a seasoned professional with a unique approach to higher education fundraising. With a background in both student affairs units and major gift fundraising, Mike brings a multifaceted approach to the table.They explore parallels between higher education and conservation development, both requiring substantial funding. Mike highlights external challenges like economic factors and internal hurdles such as resistance to change. He emphasizes the power of listening and relationship-building in effective fundraising. They also discuss insights into generational giving trends and practical tactics for successful fundraising. From campus reunions to strategic...
2023-10-3144 min
Companion Gundog PodcastDoing Well and Doing Good; Ugly Dog Hunting with Mike NeiduskiI sit down with my freiend, and new proprieter of the online hunting dog retailer, Ugly Dog Hunting, Mike Neiduski. Mike is a NAVHDA Senior Judge, conservation pro, avid hunter, and just an all around great guy. After years of hemming and hawing over taking on a commercial sponsor, I am proud to announce my official affilliation with Ugly Dog Hunting. Mike and the Ugly Dog brand embody the values that make it an easy decision to partner with his business.Ugly Dog Hunting is the new title sponsor of the Companion Gundog Podcast. ...
2023-10-171h 06
Birdshot PodcastUgly Dog Hunting Company with Mike NeiduskiMike Neiduski returns to the show as the new owner of Ugly Dog Hunting to discuss the company and bird dogs, bird hunting and more.Show Highlights:
Prairie chicken hunt on the horizon
A quick grouse woods report
Ruffed Grouse Society Grouse Camp
Ugly Dog Hunting Company
Even pretty dogs can be “ugly dogs”, a lesson on de-skunking your bird dog
FOLLOW | @uglydoghuntingco and @mneiduskiGEAR UP | uglydoghunting.comBUY | Nature’s Miracle Skunk Odor Control Shampoo
2023-10-061h 13
Three Rivers Land Trust Campfire ConversationsGun Dogs with Grayson GuyerThis week, Will is joined by Grayson Guyer, owner and operator of Lost Highway Gun Dog Kennels, and Mike Neiduski, Director of Development for Three Rivers Land Trust. Their conversation wanders through stories of their own bird dogs, the concept of "once-in-a-lifetime" dogs and the new game in town, the St. Hubert Trial.This podcast is brought to you by Montgomery Community College and Backcountry & Beyond.Want to join TRLT on the show? Know someone or certain topics that should be featured? Email will@trlt.org with suggestions!Support the show...
2023-05-1749 minThree Rivers Land Trust Campfire ConversationsHow'd We Get Here? with Mike NeiduskiTRLT Director of Development, Mike Neiduski, joins Development Associate, Will Newell, on this week's episode of Campfire Conservations. In this episode, the duo breaks down their conservation stories, and why is matters to them. Also in this episode, they talk hunting, man's best friend, and upcoming events on the TRLT radar...that should be on your radar too. This podcast is brought to you by Montgomery Community College and Backcountry & Beyond.Want to join TRLT on the show? Know someone or certain topics that should be featured? Email will@trlt.org with suggestions!S...
2023-03-201h 03
On The Wing PodcastPODCAST EP. 167: Mike Neiduski on Bird Dogs and Answering the Call of the UplandsHost Bob St.Pierre is joined by Mike Neiduski, who reached his dream job at the beginning of 2022 when he was hired to be a PF & QF development officer. Neiduski’s journey to that position started more than a decade ago with his first bird dog and an introduction to conservation through the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA).
Episode Highlights:
• The guys talk about Neiduski’s career stops at Maryville University in Missouri, Concordia University in Wisconsin, and Elon University in North Carolina before making a career shift to the Ruffed Grouse Society.
• Neiduski talks about his recently passed G...
2022-05-251h 27
Southeast WhitetailEp. 5: Bobwhite Quail Conservation w/ Mike NeiduskiBring back the whistle! But how? Mike Neiduski of Quail Forever & Pheasants Forever discusses what landowners can do to better upland habitat and improve survival success. It doesn't take much to provide quality food, cover, and safety for bobwhites. Many management practices are also beneficial to both turkeys and whitetails. The future of wild quail depends on conservationists and what better time than now to bring back the whistle! Plus, Mike shares a killer woodcock recipe!
Connect with Mike and join Quail Forever. They're available to help landowners and hunters.
Mike Neiduski
IG: @mneiduski...
2022-04-121h 40
Conservation UnfilteredEp 92: To Save Hunting, You May Feel A Little DiscomfortIn this week's episode, Jason talks with Mike Neiduski about his article "Get Comfortable being Uncomfortable." Mike is the Director of Regional Development for the Ruff Grouse Society. He is also the author of an article posted by Hunt to Eat called "Get Comfortable with being Uncomfortable." During the episode, Jason and Mike discuss their participation in the Conservation Media Awards, how to save hunting, and why we need to reach out to new people. Of course, they also discuss bird dogs and hunting trips Mike has planned for the upcoming season.
To read Mike's article, visit: hunttoeat.com/community/g...
2021-07-2750 min
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Podcast & Blast with Hal HerringMike Neiduski, the regional director of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock SocietyOn this second podcast focusing on the Eastern forests and upland game birds, Hal catches up to Mike "the Polish Hammer" Neiduski, the regional director of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, to talk habitat, public and private lands restoration, small scale timber harvest, and the heart-stopping explosion of wild birds flushing from dense cover, in front of the world's best bird dogs- our own. The talk is public lands bird hunting from the Uwharrie National Forest to the Pisgah and the Nantahala, the Cherokee, and beyond. Join us for a conversation that springs straight from the wild ric...
2021-05-111h 47Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Podcast & Blast with Hal HerringMike Neiduski, the regional director of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock SocietyOn this second podcast focusing on the Eastern forests and upland game birds, Hal catches up to Mike "the Polish Hammer" Neiduski, the regional director of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, to talk habitat, public and private lands restoration, small scale timber harvest, and the heart-stopping explosion of wild birds flushing from dense cover, in front of the world's best bird dogs- our own. The talk is public lands bird hunting from the Uwharrie National Forest to the Pisgah and the Nantahala, the Cherokee, and beyond. Join us for a conversation that springs straight from the wild ric...
2021-05-111h 47
Birdshot Podcast#138 | A Passion for Healthy Forests with Mike Neiduski of the Ruffed Grouse SocietySharing the message of healthy forests and abundant wildlife with Southeast regional director of the Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society, Mike Neiduski. Joined by Mike Neiduski, Southeast regional director of RGS & AWS, we discuss how his passion for healthy forests and upland hunting led him to his current role with the organization.… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-251h 12
The Orvis Hunting and Shooting PodcastChanging Your Mind: Working Forests, Ruffed Grouse, and Being a Holistic Hunter with Mike NeiduskiIn this episode of the Podcast, Reid is joined by his friend Mike Neiduski, Director of Regional Development – Southeast for the Ruffed Grouse Society / American Woodcock Society. Mike and Reid share much in common: New England childhoods, previous work in education, and a love of grouse and woodcock. They discuss the aims of RGS under recent leadership changes, the necessity of a dynamic forest ecosystem, and the way in which diversity, both from a human and an ecologic standpoint, is vital to our collective future in the uplands. Enjoy!
2021-03-251h 24
Outdoor FeastA Conversation with Michael Neiduski of Ruffed Grouse Society – OFP (EP:016)Conservationist and bird dog expert Michael Neiduski joins Todd this week to talk about ruffed grouse, American woodcock, bird dogs and healthy forests. Mike is the Southeast Regional Development Director for the Ruffed Grouse Society/American Woodcock Society and is currently based in North Carolina. He's sharing some great stories about the unique grouse and woodcock hunting opportunities in the southern Appalachians, bird hunting in the upper Midwest, and his volunteer work with North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA)
Mike talks about his outdoor background as a deer hunter growing up in New England, his early experiences with bird...
2020-11-1300 min
Wing Addiction Podcast .Episode 2 Mike Neiduski from Ruffed Grouse SocietyMike Neiduski is the Director of Regional Development for the South East for the Ruffed Grouse Society. We discuss opportunities for habitat development and fund raising opportunities to offset the Covid 19 pandemics impact.
2020-09-2858 minThree Rivers Land Trust Campfire ConversationsBird Drunk with Ruffed Grouse SocietyWe've got a very special guest today: Mack the puppy!Along with her, we've got Mike Neiduski - Southeast Regional Director for Ruffed Grouse Society and American Woodcock Society.This episode is for you if you are looking for the low down on:-Ruffed Grouse drumming, and how to find them-Conservation efforts to protect bird habitat-How to dress like a Hip-Uplander-Why funding is critical for local non-profits-RGS/AWS and TRLT - how we're all connected-DogsTo learn more about our upcoming Dove Hunt or...
2020-08-252h 06
Birdshot Podcast#94 | Public Lands and Upland Birds with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers – Project Upland PodcastTalking public lands, upland birds and Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. In our second of two podcasts recorded while at Pheasant Fest in Minneapolis, we sat down with Jason Meekhof, Matthew Lee and Mike Neiduski. All representatives of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA) in one way or another. Our conversation focused heavily on public lands, the… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-03-131h 03
Birdshot Podcast#52 | Upland Bird Hunting in North Carolina with Mike Neiduski – Project Upland PodcastOn this episode of the Project Upland Podcast, I’m joined by Mike Neiduski, North Carolina upland bird hunter and NAVHDA judge. Mike joins the show to talk about his upland hunting story, his involvement with NAVHDA and upland bird hunting in North Carolina. During our conversation Mike and I start with a recap of the… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-02-081h 21