Like many hunters on opening day, we woke up way too early in hopes of staking out a spot, and like many others, we realized we’d be sharing a very large tract with unfamiliar faces – but friendly conversations and agreed upon game plans ensured a good time could be safely had by all.

Public land diplomacy notwithstanding, Episode Two of this year’s Rooster Road Trip highlights not only the ever-growing need for more public access opportunities, but also what many in the Hawkeye State had hoped for: a solid rebound in Iowa’s pheasant population.

The Rooster Road Trip is made possible by: Ruff Land Kennels, Browning firearms and apparel, Garmin training collars and watches, SoundGear hearing protection and enhancement, Federal Ammunition, Irish Setter boots, YETI coolers and storage, Leupold performance eyewear, and Apple Autos.

View this episode's accompanying photo gallery and listen to the podcast here: http://www.roosterroadtrip.org