65: Fighting Cancer and Becoming a Grouse Guide with Scott Kaminski

<p><strong>Today&#39;s guest is Scott Kaminski, a lifelong Michigan bird hunter whose life changed dramatically after being diagnosed with stage four cancer and given just a year to live. After beating the odds and becoming nearly cancer-free, Scott used that journey as the motivation to pursue a longtime dream of becoming an upland bird hunting guide. Now entering his fourth season, he&#39;s helping hunters and their dogs create unforgettable experiences while proving it&#39;s never too late to chase the dreams that matter most. On top of that, Scott has pursued birds across many states and landscapes. Valuing a more traditional approach to the uplands, you’ll likely find him sporting a 16 gauge, choosing wool over synthetic fabrics, and reaching for a compass in the woods before a GPS unit.</strong></p><p><strong>Topics Covered:</strong></p><ul><li>​Scott&#39;s personal journey from cancer diagnosis to guiding</li><li>​The importance of woodsmanship</li><li>​His appreciation for the traditional ways of upland hunting</li><li>​What a day in the field looks like with Scott</li><li>​Ways to prepare upland birds for the table</li></ul><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/grouse_bum2537/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Connect with Scott</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p>Proud Sponsors:</p><p><a href="https://www.huntredi.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Hunt Redi</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://gundogcentral.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Gundog Central</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://www.balladofthebirddog.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ballad of the Bird Dog</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><br></p>