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\"A duck call in the hands of the unskilled is one of conservation's greatest assets\" - Nash Buckingham

The Hail Call in Partnership with the International Callers Association knows just how important it is to have as many tools in your bucket as possible to have a more successful hunt. Calling is the ONE tool you CANNOT BUY....

This Podcast was designed to help not only those who are looking to step on stage, but also to educate those who are looking for new ways to make the most of their time spent outdoors.

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