Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
On this episode we are joined by Dr. Ashley Dumas again and she explains the fascinating story of when Hernando de Soto's expedition met the Mobilian people in October 1540 at the Battle of Mabila in present-day Alabama. This violent clash—triggered by a hostage standoff with Chief Tuskaloosa—led to the destruction of the palisaded town and remains one of the largest, bloodiest battles fought on North American soil. As Gamekeepers, we love the land and this story intertwines over much of the South. Their survival and dependence on wildlife speaks to the abundance that was once here. She expertly tells the story.
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On this episode we are joined by Dr. Ashley Dumas again and she explains the fascinating story of when Hernando de Soto's expedition met the Mobilian people in October 1540 at the Battle of Mabila in present-day Alabama. This violent clash—triggered by a hostage standoff with Chief Tuskaloosa—led to the destruction of the palisaded town and remains one of the largest, bloodiest battles fought on North American soil. As Gamekeepers, we love the land and this story intertwines over much of the South. Their survival and dependence on wildlife speaks to the abundance that was once here. She expertly tells the story.
Listen, Learn and Enjoy.
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![EP:395 | [Timely Classic 119] Understanding Duck Migration](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v5XiLoyHlzM/mqdefault.jpg "EP:395 | [Timely Classic 119] Understanding Duck Migration
This week we sit down and talk ducks with Dr. Ryan Askren, a waterfowl ecologist/researcher from the University of Arkansas at Monticello, and the legendary Jim Ronquest from Drake Waterfowl Systems. There is much to learn about the migration habits from the data that GPS transmitters have provided. We also dig deep into habitat, forage preferences, nocturnal instincts, and many other questions duck hunters ask around the campfire. We also key in on the management of red oaks and their importance in the wetland areas. It’s a fascinating discussion.
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Show Notes:
From the Gamekeeper Butchery : https://gamekeepermeats.blog/2022/03/24/pasta-alla-norcina-with-duck-bacon-sausage/
Nativ Nurseries Duck Habitat Spotlight : https://www.nativnurseries.com/products/buttonbush-seedlings-for-sale-cephalanthus-occidentalis
University of Arkansas Monticello : https://www.uamont.edu/academics/CFANR/waterfowlhabitat.html
Drake Waterfowl : https://www.drakewaterfowl.com/
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