Public access: a tutorial from general to specific, tips and tactics
From Upland Nation by Scott Linden
April 7, 2026 · 60 min · Episode 409
About this episode
Scott Linden shares tips and tactics for finding and utilizing public access hunting grounds while planning a road trip.
Let's start planning your next road trip. In the first part of this series, we'll explore (literally and figuratively) the nuts-and-bolts of finding and making the most of public access hunting grounds. From narrowing your search, to obtaining local intelligence, some practical tips on what to do in advance and once you've arrived, and how to get the most out of a general area and specific spot, I'll share my experience in hopes you don't have to learn like I did - the hard way. "Fix It" offers a puppy night-time potty tip, and listeners share their memories on great starts to a season and end of a hunt day. And it's all brought to you by: Mid Valley Clays and Shooting School, CableGangz, TrulockChokes, Pointer shotguns, USA Clay Target League, Purina Pro Plan Sport and FindBirdHuntingSpots.com.
Topics covered
- public access hunting
- road trip planning
- hunting tips
- local intelligence
Keywords
- hunting grounds
- tips and tactics
- planning
- experience
Sponsors
Mid Valley Clays and Shooting School, CableGangz, TrulockChokes, Pointer shotguns, USA Clay Target League, Purina Pro Plan Sport, FindBirdHuntingSpots.com
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Mid Valley Clays and Shooting School, CableGangz, TrulockChokes, Pointer shotguns, USA Clay Target League, Purina Pro Plan Sport, FindBirdHuntingSpots.com
Books & works: Fix It
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