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In the 1950s-1960 Screwworms killed 80% of whitetail deer in Texas. New World Screwworms have now been confirmed in Texas again, and the threat to our wildlife and livestock is real. In this episode of Landowner Insider, Kasey Mock sits down with leading wildlife biologist Macy Ledbetter of Spring Creek Outdoors, LLC to break down what the return of New World screwworm means specifically for Texas wildlife. Just days after the first confirmed case in a calf in Zavala County, Kasey and Macy dive into the realities of how screwworm impacts deer, exotics, and free-ranging wildlife populations—and why this may present a greater long-term risk than many landowners realize. This is a timely, focused conversation pulled directly from a longer 2.5-hour interview to bring you the most relevant and urgent information without delay. In this episode, you'll hear: - What the confirmed screwworm case in South Texas means right now - Why wildlife presents a unique challenge compared to livestock - How screwworm spreads and why early awareness matters - What landowners and wildlife managers should be watching for - The broader implications for Texas land, hunting, and management If you own land, manage wildlife, or operate in agriculture, this is a conversation you need to be paying attention to. For additional context on the livestock side of screwworm, go back and listen to our recent episode "The New World Screwworm Threat with Texas Animal Health Commission," from April 6th, 2026. with Dr. T.R. Lansford of the Texas Animal Health Commission. The full 2.5-hour conversation with Macy Ledbetter, including discussions on CWD, EHD, anthrax, and more, will be released next week. Follow Landowner Insider for more conversations covering the issues shaping Texas land, wildlife, and agriculture.
Fred and Chris talk fishing, CWD, and how flooded corn is affecting the duck migration See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
https://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/June-6-long-show.mp3 Tim Lesmeister and Rob Drieslein start the show with some fishing chatter in Minnesota and Alaska, then review new research that suggests Minnesotans catch and keep 80 million pounds of freshwater fish in the state every year – more than double the previous estimate. Then Kelly Straka, the Minnesota DNR's Fish and Wildlife Division director, spends two segments introducing the new state Electronic Licensing System that will go live this Tuesday, June 9. If you want to learn more about how you'll be buying your hunting license via this system, give Straka your attention. Lesmeister returns, then he and Drieslein break down some of the latest headlines involving chronic wasting disease, first at the National Elk Refuge in Wyoming, then new research on the mysterious species barrier between cervidae (deer and elk) and people. The post Episode 595 – 80M pounds of fish harvested in MN? New licensing system, and latest CWD headlines appeared first on Outdoor News.
Stephan Zeigler of Rack Junkies IN STUDIO! Today's episode highlights corruption in the government when it comes to all things outdoors, CWD, corner crossing, Ted Nugent, Donald Trump and much, much more. Buckle up for the wild ride that is this episode of The Deer Shop Podcast!
Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew discuss: New research about CWD that you really need to hear; bear spray vs. pistols; are cyanide bombs really bombs?; wolves in the Greater Yellowstone Area; how the Alaskan Arctic might be getting a data center, plus the rapid spread of data centers across the country; and more. Thanks to our partner: Mountain Dew. Enjoy Mountain Dew, an American Original Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beau Martonik sits down with Pennsylvania Game Commission elk biologist Jeremy Banfield to break down the biggest changes to Pennsylvania's elk hunting program in years. They cover the new October season that overlaps the rut, once-in-a-lifetime bull tags, the non-resident cap and higher application cost, how bonus points from all three old seasons are now combined into one application, and the completely redrawn hunt zones numbered 301–309. Jeremy also gives an honest update on the current state of the herd — population estimates, bull to cow ratios, habitat improvements, and where CWD stands relative to the elk range. If you're applying for a Pennsylvania elk tag, this is required listening before July 12th. Apply at huntfish.pa.gov — drawing is July 25th at the Elk Expo in Benezette Topics: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:04:21 – Herd Population — 1,563 Elk and How They Count Them 00:10:31 – Bull to Cow Ratio and Why It's Too High 00:13:27 – CWD — What It Means for Pennsylvania Elk 00:17:21 – Why the Herd Grows Slowly by Design 00:23:05 – New October Season — Why It Was Added 00:26:47 – Resident vs. Non-Resident Changes 00:32:59 – Bull Tags Are Now Once in a Lifetime 00:33:50 – New Bonus Point System — One Application, Combined Points 00:41:11 – How to Apply and What Your Choices Mean 00:52:47 – New Hunt Zones 301–309 — How They Were Built 01:02:12 – Zone Selection Strategy 01:07:10 – Application Deadline and Drawing Day Details 01:16:08 – What Elk Eat and When to See Them 01:20:53 – Closing and Where to Find the Rules Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Shop Hunting Gear and Apparel: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Poncho Outdoors - Poncho Outdoors makes tough, sharp-looking, no-BS apparel for hardworking outdoorsmen who put in the time year-round. Go to ponchooutdoors.com/EASTMEETSWEST to save $10 and free shipping Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew discuss: Steve's new baby mouse; Corner Crossing updates; the endangered jaguar hanging out in Arizona; live sonar for billfish and the end of integrity in fishing; Louisiana's National Forest land transfer; the first ever detection of CWD in Wyoming's largest elk herd; South Dakota sets an unprecedented elk hunting management plan; Michigan's major buck hunting rule changes; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your dog is your best buddy, so tick season hits differently when the prices jump and the risks feel real. We start with a listener-driven problem: how to protect our dogs from ticks and Lyme disease without getting gouged, including why some owners are ordering the exact same branded tick medication from Australia for far less than local monthly pricing. From there, the conversation widens into the bigger question we all face outdoors: how do you judge risk when nature does not come with labels? Former MNR biologist Bruce Ranta joins us to unpack what hunters are seeing in the field, starting with a moose that showed “sores” and white spots throughout the heart and organs. We talk parasites, what those cysts can be, why the safest move is often to walk away from heavily affected meat, and why organ advisories like cadmium in liver and kidneys matter more as animals age. Bruce also explains moose ticks, how infestations lead to hair loss and winter stress, and why a long cold winter can actually knock tick numbers back. Then we take on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), the “zombie deer” illness that drives so much debate. We break down what CWD is, how it may spread through contact and contaminated soil, why testing is difficult, and why eradication-style responses leave hunters angry. We round out with brain worm, hydatid cyst precautions, bear-meat safety, rabies management, and how predator control and trapping shape bird and small game survival. If you care about wildlife disease, hunting in Ontario, and safe wild game meat, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a hunting partner, and leave a review with your biggest question about ticks or CWD.
Chris Lawrence opens the show fresh from emceeing the West Virginia Trout Festival in Franklin before welcoming two guests with major fishing and wildlife news. Wood County angler Ed Powell breaks down his seventh-place finish in the Bassmaster Open at Lake Norman — a 43-pound, three-day performance built on a precisely dialed-in dock skipping pattern targeting floating docks at creek mouths, combined with a late-tournament adjustment to a new bait he's keeping close to the vest.DNR wildlife disease specialist Ethan Barton then delivers a comprehensive update on chronic wasting disease in West Virginia, covering the ongoing high prevalence in Hampshire County — where more deer are now dying from CWD than from hunters — and the first-ever CWD detection west of the Alleghenies following a positive finding in a captive deer operation in Marion County. Lawrence also covers new DNR regulations lifting horsepower restrictions on five state lake impoundments and the approved expansion of youth deer hunting to include bucks on designated youth hunting days.
Something's not right in the woods, at least if you're a white-tailed deer. In this episode, the guys dig into chronic wasting disease (CWD), a strange illness reshaping deer populations in many areas of the Lower 48 (and Scandinavia!). It's not caused by a virus or a bacteria, but it is related to mad cow disease. They break down what it is, how it spreads, what's happening inside infected animals, and why it's so dang hard to contain. The deer are not alright… and there's a reason.This episode was recorded on April 23, 2026 at Walton Woods Park in Amherst, NY (a suburb of Buffalo). Episode Notes and Links· Are there different CWD strains in a single animal? Chronic wasting disease isn't a single, uniform pathogen. It's more like a shifting swarm. Infected deer can carry multiple prion “strains” at once, meaning different misfolded shapes of the same protein that behave in slightly different ways. They could spread through the body differently, build up in different tissues, and cause disease at different rates. Lab experiments show this most clearly: when CWD prions are passed through model systems, what looks like one strain can split into multiple distinct variants, or reveal that a mixed population was there all along (e.g., Angers et al. 2010 PNAS; Béringue et al. 2012 Journal of Virology; Li et al. 2010 Journal of Virology). In actual deer, the picture is harder to pin down, but studies comparing prions from different tissues and individuals show real strain diversity and suggest that more than one strain can exist within a single animal (e.g., Angers et al. 2009 Journal of Virology; Moore et al. 2016 Emerging Infectious Diseases). The takeaway is that CWD behaves less like a single disease agent and more like a moving target: a cloud of protein shapes, some dominant, some hidden in the background, that can shift over time, giving the disease more chances to adapt, persist, and potentially jump into new hosts.· Does repeated exposure to CWD reduce incubation time in deer? Repeated exposure to CWD prions does likely shortens incubation time, mainly because prion diseases are strongly dose-dependent. Higher cumulative exposure, whether from a single large dose or many smaller ones over time, can both increase the chance of infection and accelerate disease progression. Experimental studies in deer and elk show that animals exposed to higher or repeated doses tend to develop symptoms faster than those exposed once at low levels. In the wild, this likely plays out through repeated contact with contaminated environments like soil, plants, and carcass sites. That said, factors like genetics and prion strain can still influence how quickly the disease develops in any given animal.· Is CWD the only prion disease that affects wildlife? CWD is the only prion disease currently thriving as a self-sustaining epidemic in wild populations. The others mostly sit at the edges and are livestock diseases that occasionally spill into wildlife or appear in captive/wild interface cases. For example, scrapie occasionally “leaks” into the wild (it has been found in bighorn sheep), but it doesn't take over. It flickers at the edges of livestock systems. Nothing like the landscape-level, self-sustaining spread we see with CWD. That's what makes CWD so concerning: it's not just present in wildlife, it seems to be built for it.· Steve talked about the possibility of vampire bats and wild hogs spreading CWD. What's the story? There's currently no evidence that vampire bats are spreading CWD, but the wild hog story has gotten more interesting recently. Blood-feeding bats like the Common Vampire Bat (Desmodus rotundus) are often mentioned because prions can occur in blood at low levels, but there are no peer-reviewed studies showing bat-mediated transmission, nor any field patterns linking bats to CWD spread. So the bat idea remains speculative. Wild hogs (Sus scrofa), on the other hand, have moved beyond pure theory. A recent peer-reviewed study (e.g., Soto et al. 2025 Emerging Infectious Diseases) detected low levels of CWD prion activity in free-ranging pigs in endemic areas, suggesting they can pick up and carry prions after scavenging infected carcasses. Combine this with earlier work showing prions can survive digestion and still remain infectious (e.g., Nichols et al. 2009 PLoS ONE), it all points to hogs as plausible mechanical vectors: in other words, organisms that can move infectious material without necessarily developing the disease themselves. The takeaway: vampire bats are still a biologically interesting but unsupported idea, while wild hogs are emerging as potential “messy middlemen,” capable of redistributing prions across the landscape, even if they're not a primary engine of CWD transmission, which is still driven by deer-to-deer contact and long-lived environmental contamination.· Why doesn't NYS do more free testing?New York doesn't offer broad, free testing for every deer. Not because it's ignoring CWD, but because it uses a more targeted, strategic approach. There are a few key constraints on broad, free testing:Cost & logistics: Each test isn't just a swab. It involves lab processing (often PCR or amplification assays), trained staff, and sample handling. Scaling that to hundreds of thousands of deer is a major lift.Low prevalence (right now): When disease prevalence is near zero, mass testing tends to return very few positives, so agencies prioritize early detection in hotspots instead.Management strategy: Agencies often invest more in prevention (carcass transport rules, feeding bans, education) than broad surveillance.Hunter participation: “Free for all” testing can overwhelm systems unless tightly managed, and many states have learned that targeted programs get better data per dollar.So NYS is focusing its efforts on where they see it mattering most: high-risk areas, roadkills, sick/dead deer, and zones near known outbreaks—because testing every hunter-harvested deer statewide would be extremely expensive for relatively low yield in a state with no established CWD population.More info on NY's response, as well as what's happening nationally:The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's page on CWD (including information on how you can help, scroll down to “Members of the Public”)CWD in Captive Deer: DEC's Response in 2024Chronic Wasting Disease Detection and Management: What Has Worked and What Has Not? A report by the CWD Alliance, a nonprofit organization focused on education, coordination, and outreach around chronic wasting disease. It was created to bring together a mix of stakeholders: state wildlife agencies, federal partners, scientists, and hunting/conservation groups to help share reliable information and improve how CWD is managed across North America. Sponsors and Ways to Support UsThank you to Always Wandering Art (Website and Etsy Shop) for providing the artwork for many of our episodes.Support us on Patreon.Works Cited Bian, J., et al. (2022). Transmission of cervid prions to humanized mice demonstrates the zoonotic potential of chronic wasting disease. Acta Neuropathologica Communications, 10, 149.Edmunds, D. R., Kauffman, M. J., Schumaker, B. A., Lindzey, F. G., Cook, W. E., Kreeger, T. J., Grogan, R. G., & Cornish, T. E. (2016). Chronic wasting disease drives population decline of white‑tailed deer. Ecology, 97(3), 620–632.Henderson, D. M., Denkers, N. D., Hoover, C. E., Garbino, N., Mathiason, C. K., & Hoover, E. A. (2015). Longitudinal Detection of Prion Shedding in Saliva and Urine by Chronic Wasting Disease-Infected Deer by Real-Time Quaking-Induced Conversion. Journal of virology, 89(18), 9338–9347. https://doi.org/10.1128/JVI.01118-15Küry, S., et al. (2023). The zoonotic potential of chronic wasting disease—A review. Pathogens, 12(3), 342.Miller, M. W., et al. (2024). U.S. Geological Survey science strategy to address chronic wasting disease. U.S. Geological Survey Circular 1546.Monello, R. J., Powers, J. G., Hobbs, N. T., Spraker, T. R., O'Rourke, K. I., & Wild, M. A. (2014). Endemic chronic wasting disease causes mule deer population decline in Colorado. PLOS ONE, 9(10), e110353.Pirisinu, L., et al. (2024). Zoonotic potential of chronic wasting disease after adaptation in sheep. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 30(12).Sandberg, M. K., et al. (2022). Humanized transgenic mice are resistant to chronic wasting disease prions from reindeer and moose. Journal of Infectious Diseases, 226(5), 933–942.Saunders, S. E., Bartelt‑Hunt, S. L., & Bartz, J. C. (2012). Occurrence, transmission, and zoonotic potential of chronic wasting disease. Emerging Infectious Diseases, 18(3), 369–376.Visit thefieldguidespodcast.com for full episode notes, links, and works cited.
Robbie and Ashlee are back after Robbie has been across the pond for 16 days. They recap his trip to Vienna, Slovenia and the UK and discuss predator management (or lack thereof), the abrupt cancellation of the House vote on the ESA Amendments Act, the citizen-led ballot initiative in CO to amend the constitution to protect the Right to Hunt and Fish, a similar initiative in OH, a couple of CWD bills in Louisiana and more. Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org Support our Conservation Club Members! Bull Creek Outfitters: https://www.bullcreeklionhunts.com/ Silent Pursuits: https://www.silentpursuits.com/ Moyowosi Njingwe 2 Relay Station: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/moyowosi-njingwe-2-relay-station/ See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
TWiV 1314: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin April 17, 2026 In his weekly clinical update, Dr. Griffin and Vincent Racaniello are dismayed but not surprised by poll results suggesting most Americans doubt vaccine safety, that the head of the CDC and NIH delayed release of a report on the safety of the COVID-19m vaccine, how Nature works to spread disease without the help of the lab and the about face of the Trump administration to nominate a pro-vaccine candidate for CDC director, before Dr. Griffin then deep dives into the measles outbreak, recent statistics RSV, influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the Wasterwater Scan dashboard, Johns Hopkins measles tracker, how the influenza vaccine may attenuate stroke and acute cardiac disease following virus infection, PEMGARDA authorized use for certain immunocompromised individuals where to find PEMGARDA, how to access and pay for Paxlovid, how the COVID-19 pandemic was a 'negative' for one's mortality where to go for answers about long COVID-19, potential therapies for the pediatric long COVID population and contacting your federal government representative to stop the assault on science and biomedical research. 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Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a growing threat to wildlife in North America. This episode explores the disease's persistence in the environment and its impact on elk and mule deer populations. Jessica Jennings from Wyoming's Wildlife Health Lab explains how CWD spreads and the challenges in managing it. They discuss new surveillance methods and the role of hunters and landowners in early detection. Advances like the RT-QUIC test offer hope for detecting CWD in live animals, potentially transforming management strategies. Experts Hank Edwards and Justin Binfet highlight the importance of proactive management and ongoing research into vaccines and environmental solutions. This episode is crucial for anyone interested in wildlife conservation. It emphasizes the need for immediate action and community involvement to combat CWD and protect North America's deer and elk populations. Talk then shifts towards the other Rokslide.com gear reviews and a recap of the latest Western news. Muley Fanatic Foundation Monteith shop fund raiser Luke Schultz's Rokslide article on identifying deer habitat 2026 cold-bow-challenge rules Howl for Wildlife- Take Action Check out Rokslide's 2025 Best Gear- https://www.rokslide.com/best-gear-of-2025/ Visit Rokslide's Rokcast Forum to submit questions, request a topic or give feedback. To be a guest on Tipsy Tuesday please send an email to Sam@Rokslide.com [ Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app]
Robbie and Ashlee are back after both respectively traveling the last couple of weeks, with updates on new legislation passed by Congress to ensure lead ammunition and fishing tackle is not banned without scientific justification called the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act, the 9th Circuit's ruling that a California law banning firearms marketing in a manner attractive to minors is unconstitutional, updates from state legislative sessions winding down, proposed CWD changes in Louisiana, and federal funding issues causing havoc for state wildlife agencies because the federal agencies are not releasing appropriated funds. Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org Support our Conservation Club Members! Zambeze Delta Safaris: https://www.zambezedeltasafaris.com/ Dillingham Insurance: https://www.dillinghaminsurance.com/ Kamukeze Clinic Construction: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/kamukeze-clinic-accomodation-construction/ See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Bill did a cost comparison on eating in or eating out. He wrote down every cost for you to decide which is more beneficial. Also, we talk early walleye fishing on the Wolf River in Wisconsin. We have a discussion on whether livescope is all it's cracked up to be. Visit MuskyLakes.com a new useful website for musky anglers. Pat discusses his upcoming turkey hunts and CWD numbers in Wisconsin. Last topic is lake closures in the Lac Du Flambeu region. Any comments or questions email us at themidwestfrontier@gmail.com and thanks for listening!!!
After evaluating hundreds of hunting properties across the country, some patterns become crystal clear… In this episode of Chasing Giants, Don Higgins and Terry Peer break down: Why some habitat plans work almost instantly What separates a “no-brainer” property from a struggle Real-world consulting stories from the road The truth about CWD management and landowner pushback A surprising story about Real World soybeans producing AND holding food into spring Listener Q&A on food plots, access, and property design This is one of those episodes where years of experience come together into simple, actionable truth. If you're serious about growing, holding, and hunting mature bucks… WANT TO SUBMIT A QUESTION? Visit: www.chasinggiants.com Drop your question and it could be featured in a future episode. SPONSORS & PARTNERS Asio Gear – https://www.asiogear.com Midwest Land Group – https://www.midwestlandgroup.com Novix Outdoors – https://www.novixoutdoors.com Mike's Mighty Micros – https://www.mikesmightymicros.com Victory Auto Group – https://www.victorykc.com 360 Hunting Blinds – https://www.360huntingblinds.com Real World Wildlife Products – https://www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com Mathews Archery – https://www.mathewsinc.com Gingerich Tree Farm – https://www.gingerichtreefarm.com Brenton USA – https://www.brentonusa.com Hawke Optics – https://us.hawkeoptics.com Grubb Implement – https://www.grubbimplement.com TagOut Technique – https://www.tagouttechnique.com Wildlife Farming / PH Drills – https://www.wildlifefarming.com DISCLAIMER: All content is property of Chasing Giants TV LLC. Any reproduction or unauthorized use of this content without written permission is strictly prohibited. The opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and are intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Always follow local laws, regulations, and ethical hunting practices.
Ever hear of Zombie Deer Disease? If you did, forget it! The misinformation regarding Chronic Wasting Disease abounds. Stephanne and Daryl break it down for you so you get the truth about CWD, Not the extremes, the information in the middle.
This week we skim the surface of data centers. We talk about some of the effects they have on the environment as well as people. Other conversation includes more CWD talk, livescope, losing hair, and so much more. Any comments or questions email us at themidwestfrontier@gmail.com and thanks for listening!!!
Show Notes & Links (Story List) H.R. 556 passes the House (lead ammo & tackle) H.R. 5017 Greyhound Protection Act bundled into Farm Bill; debate over scope DOI Secretarial Order 3447 on expanding access; mixed reactions Forest Service proposed objection-process changes Roadless Rule repeal process update South Dakota lab-grown meat moratorium + reality check on “Bill Gates grocery approval” Utah H.B. 30: WMA access requirements & registration Massachusetts hunting law update recommendations (Sunday hunting, crossbows, etc.) Colorado wolf 2310 mortality update Colorado fur-sale ban petition advances to rulemaking Colorado big game draw dates, CWD sampling notes, and elk license proposals Colorado SJR26-015 on protecting national public lands Great Lakes invasive carp: barriers, funding, and removals Poaching & enforcement: Colorado guide charges (reported), KY ring dismantled, CO Fort Carson convictions Ontario 2026 regs summary + Canada migratory bird proposals Hunting Stories Links Want to be a guest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chronic Wasting Disease is one of the most controversial and misunderstood issues in modern deer management. In Part 2 of our conversation, Tim Horton returns to break down the science, the myths, and the real challenges surrounding CWD in wild deer populations.In this episode we dive deeper into the biology of the disease, how it spreads through the landscape, and what current research is telling us about genetics and resistance within whitetail populations. Tim also explains the role that deer breeding operations and management strategies may play in the future of combating the disease.We also discuss how CWD is impacting hunters, land managers, and wildlife agencies across the country. From testing programs and surveillance to long term conservation implications, this conversation explores what the future of deer hunting could look like if the disease continues to spread.Whether you are a deer hunter, conservationist, or simply interested in wildlife management, this episode offers an honest and thoughtful look at one of the most important issues facing North American wildlife today.Wild Life Outdoors is a podcast about hunting, fishing, public lands, conservation, and the people who dedicate their lives to understanding and protecting the wild places we all care about.Subscribe for more conversations with scientists, guides, conservationists, and outdoorsmen who live close to the land.Timmy Horton Outdoors: https://www.facebook.com/TimmyHortonBass/02:15 How CWD actually spreads across landscapes06:30 The role of genetics in disease resistance11:20 What current CWD research is revealing16:45 The impact of CWD on wild deer populations22:10 How states are responding to the disease27:30 The role of deer breeding operations33:40 Management strategies moving forward39:15 What hunters should understand about CWD45:00 The future of whitetail deer and conservation#WildLifeOutdoors #Conservation #Wildlife #TimHorton #TimmyHortonOutdoors #DeerHunting #CWD #Conspiracy
I mars 2026 er det 10 år siden det første tilfellet av skrantesjuke (Chronic Wasting Disease - CWD) ble oppdaget blant villrein. Den gang i villreinflokken på Nordfjella, sone 1, som ble tatt ut i et forsøk på å hindre at sykdommen skulle få fotfeste her i landet.Skrantesjuke er en vanskelig og krevende sykdom og fetter til samme sykdom hos sau, der man ikke har svaret på det spørsmålet selv etter noen hundre år. Men, gjennom de 10 årene med skrantesjuke her i Norge har det blitt utviklet kunnskap som gir en mulig forklaring. Antall prøver som Veterinærinstituttet har undersøkt for skrantesjuke er nå 200 000. Hva har vi lært, og hvor står vi nå?Dette er temaet i denne episoden av VETpodden. Gjestene i studio er CWD-koordinator ved Veterinærinstituttet, Jørn Våge, og seniorforsker Sylvie Benestad, ansvarlig for TSE-diagnostikk (transmissible spongiforme encefalopatier) og prionforsker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chronic Wasting Disease is one of the most controversial topics in modern deer management. In this episode, Russell sits down with deer breeder and CWD researcher Tim Horton to unpack the science, the politics, and the real world implications surrounding CWD.What causes CWD to spread?Are current management strategies actually working?And could genetic resistance be the key to protecting wild deer herds?This conversation dives deep into the role of selective genetics, captive deer breeding, and how science is shaping the future of whitetail management. Russell and Tim discuss how resistant genotypes may influence herd survival, the differences between wild and captive testing, and why the conversation around CWD has become so heated among hunters, biologists, and policymakers.The discussion went longer than expected, so this episode has been split into two parts. Part 2 releases next week.If you care about the future of whitetail deer, hunting, and science based wildlife management, this is a conversation you do not want to miss.Subscribe for more conversations with hunters, scientists, conservationists, and outdoor leaders.Timmy Horton: https://www.facebook.com/TimmyHortonBass/0:00 Intro0:16 Welcome to the show8:58 CWD explained in simple terms16:41 Genetic resistance in whitetail deer20:27 Research and studies on CWD in Arkansas23:14 Deer populations and management challenges25:43 Scientific disagreements and study limitations31:50 Tim Horton background in captive deer breeding34:22 Testing and monitoring deer health36:06 Captive deer vs wild deer genetics38:11 Risk discussion and public perception of CWD41:43 State responses to CWD outbreaks42:01 Real world example from South Dakota elk wintering grounds#CWD #Hunting #Conservation #DeerHunting
How does Illinois actually manage its whitetail deer herd? In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we sit down with Illinois Department of Natural Resources deer program manager Peter Schlichting to talk about deer population trends, non-resident hunting pressure, EHD, CWD management, hunting regulations, crop damage, and the future of deer hunting in Illinois.00:00 Introduction12:34 The State of Deer Hunting in Illinois24:56 Are Deer Numbers Actually Declining?36:45 The Rise of Non-Resident Hunters01:04:24 EHD and the Illinois Deer Herd01:22:54 Outfitters and Land Access01:59:12 How Regulations Shape the Deer Herd02:11:13 CWD Management and the FutureSUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBEShop HUNTR Merch:https://wearehuntr.com/HUNTR Podcast is presented by:Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com (Code HUNTR for 20% off apparel)DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Predator Camo: https://www.predatorcamo.com/ (Code HUNTR for 20% off)Beast Broadheads: https://beastbroadheads.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Lone Wolf Custom Gear: https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/ (Code HUNTR for 10% off)RackHub: https://www.rack-hub.com/huntr (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Pure Wildlife Blends: https://www.purewildlifeblends.com (Code HUNTR for 10% off)Primos: https://www.primos.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com/ (Code HUNTR for 15% off)HHA: https://www.hhasports.com/
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive into several important topics for whitetail hunters and land managers. First, they explain the strategy behind permission properties and why now is the perfect time of year to start knocking on doors. Don shares how persistence and building relationships with landowners can unlock incredible hunting opportunities—even in states where you don't live. Next, Don and Terry explain the story behind Scrape Magnet, the new synthetic scent product developed under the Chasing Giants brand. They discuss the two-year process of testing the product across 9 states and 54 properties, how rope scrapes work, and why synthetic scents may become increasingly important as more states restrict gland-based scents due to CWD regulations. The episode also features a candid discussion about health and diet changes both hosts have made recently. Don shares how eliminating carbs dramatically improved his health after experiencing severe symptoms related to inflammation and blood pressure. Terry talks about his battle with rheumatoid arthritis and how a strict carnivore diet helped eliminate pain and inflammation. Finally, the Higgins Hot Seat returns with listener questions covering topics such as: - Managing mature bucks on small properties - Typical vs. non-typical racks - How much to practice shooting your bow - Girdling vs. cutting trees for bedding cover - Planting soybeans for deer food plots - Establishing Nutri-Crave corn plots If you're passionate about deer hunting, habitat improvement, and land management, this episode is packed with practical insight. Our Partners - Asio Gear – https://www.asiogear.com - Midwest Land Group – https://www.midwestlandgroup.com - Novix Outdoors – https://www.novixoutdoors.com - Hawke Optics USA – https://us.hawkeoptics.com - Mike's Mighty Micros – https://www.mikesmightymicros.com - Victory Auto Group – https://www.victorykc.com - 360 Hunting Blinds – https://www.360huntingblinds.com - Real World Wildlife Products – https://www.realworldwildlifeproducts.com - Mathews Archery – https://www.mathewsinc.com - Gingerich Tree Farm – https://www.gingerichtreefarm.com - Brenton USA – https://www.brentonusa.com - Vortex Optics – https://www.vortexoptics.com - Grubb Implement – https://www.grubbimplement.com - TagOut Technique – https://www.tagouttechnique.com The Chasing Giants Podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The opinions expressed by Don Higgins and Terry Peer are based on personal experience and are not a substitute for professional agricultural, wildlife management, financial, legal, or medical advice. Always consult appropriate professionals before making land management, planting, chemical, hunting, or financial decisions. All rights reserved. Any reproduction or rebroadcast of this content without the written consent of Chasing Giants LLC is strictly prohibited.
More cases of CWD found in wild deer in Oneida County, Tomahawk holds informational meeting on a tax levy referendum, Eagle River Area Fire Department selects a new chief
Show Notes & (Sources) Yellowstone wolves may not have transformed the park “after all” (scientific debate / critique) ScienceDaily (Utah State University release, Feb 12, 2026) Global Ecology and Conservation (ScienceDirect page for the comment letter) LiveScience explainer on the debate (context and response) Indiana bill to eliminate the Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) — HB 1003 Illinois Public Media report (Jan 26, 2026) Indiana Capital Chronicle (Feb 6, 2026) Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation coverage noting House passage / concerns Sportsmen's Alliance action alert (Feb 17, 2026) Kentucky six-person poaching ring — hundreds of animals; 100+ charges Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife (official release, Feb 13, 2026) WDRB coverage with charge totals and suspect list Idaho / Salmon-Challis illegal bighorn sheep guiding — Lacey Act sentencing U.S. DOJ / USAO Idaho press release (Dec 2025, updated Dec 15) Farm Bill proposal watch (TRCP) TRCP statement on GT Thompson Farm Bill proposal (Feb 13, 2026) Louisiana CWD control area expanded; 2026–27 hunting regs moving LDWF: LWFC ratifies declaration expanding CWD control area (Feb 6, 2026) LDWF: LWFC amendments to 2026–27 hunting regulation notices of intent (Feb 2026) Wyoming season-setting public comment / meetings Wyoming public comment announcement (Feb 2026) Wyoming corner crossing clarification bill — HB 19 (bill text) Wyoming Legislature bill page HB 19 PDF text Wyoming resolution on public lands / selloffs Cowboy State Daily report (Feb 18, 2026) Hunting Stories Links Want to be a guest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of the Panoramic Outdoors Podcast, Sheldon sits down with Wisconsin land manager and conservation advocate Doug Duren for a grounded, honest conversation about land stewardship, whitetail management, Chronic Wasting Disease, and life on a working family farm. Doug is widely known for his philosophy, “It's not ours, it's just our turn,” and he breaks down what that really means when you're responsible for hundreds of acres of habitat, livestock, timber, and wildlife. The conversation dives into practical land management strategies that actually improve whitetail habitat, the realities and long-term concerns surrounding CWD, and how deer movement, carcass disposal, and hunting pressure all play a role in herd health. Beyond the science and strategy, Doug shares what it's like balancing farming with conservation, navigating modern pressures on rural landowners, and why stewardship has to come before ego. His perspective from decades of managing his family farm in Wisconsin's Driftless region brings depth to the conversation and challenges hunters to think bigger than just the next season. This episode isn't just about killing bigger deer. It's about responsibility, legacy, and making sure the land and wildlife are stronger for the next generation. Thank you to our sponsors: https://www.ihunterapp.com/ https://www.redneckhuntingcanada.com/ https://www.skre.ca
Welcome back to Chasing Giants Podcast Episode 312. This week we dive into: • A 400-acre Western Kentucky property that might produce GIANTS • A 1,400-acre farm with 200 acres of food plots • Why Western Kentucky could be a sleeper big-buck state • The real impact of a one-buck limit • CWD management and state agency decisions • The National Deer Association controversy • Downwind bedding tactics explained • Coons vs deer crop damage debate • Burn permits… and common sense We also discuss: Why mature bucks travel the downwind edge How hunting pressure changes buck movement Public land entry tactics Why some states are declining in age structure And what serious land managers need to understand about long-term strategy If you're serious about whitetail habitat, land management, deer herd health, and honest conversations about the direction of hunting in America — this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Chasing Giants Podcast, Don Higgins and Terry Peer dive deep into late-season deer behavior, winter stress, antler shedding, and critical food sources when snow and cold tighten the screws on whitetails. With snow on the ground across much of the Midwest, deer are piling into food sources, hammering grain, and shifting bedding patterns. Don and Terry break down real-world observations from their own farms and consulting properties — including why grain sorghum disappears late, how woody browse saves deer, and when TSI and clear-cut areas need reset. They also discuss: - Why shed timing varies by region and stress - How extreme weather accelerates antler drop - Grain sorghum vs corn vs soybeans in winter - Frost seeding clover: when it works and when it doesn't - Bedding cover cycles and when to mulch regrowth - Shed hunting strategy (when to push vs wait) - Listener Q&A on drones, thermals, water access, CWD, and more - Upcoming events including Midwest Sportsman's Classic - A major Chasing Giants product announcement teaser If you're serious about late-season survival, habitat longevity, and making smarter planting decisions, this episode is packed with practical insight.
In this episode of the How to Hunt Deer podcast, hosts Dan Johnson and Jason Thibodeau discuss their busy weekends filled with family activities, reflections on the deer season, and the impact of weather on deer behavior. They delve into the complexities of parenting in sports, the relationship between conservation and hunting, and the challenges posed by government regulations and wildlife management, particularly concerning CWD. The conversation highlights the need for informed hunting practices, community engagement in conservation efforts, and the importance of understanding the broader implications of hunting regulations. They also touch on urban deer management and the future of hunting practices, concluding with a look ahead to shed hunting and habitat improvement. Takeaways: Busy weekends often lead to a lack of personal time. Weather significantly impacts deer behavior and shedding. Parenting in sports requires a balance of encouragement and pressure. Conservation efforts are often complicated by political and financial interests. CWD remains a pressing issue in wildlife management. Farmers and hunters must find common ground for effective conservation. Education about hunting regulations is crucial for future generations. Urban deer management can create tension between hunters and local communities. Community engagement is essential for effective conservation practices. Shed hunting and habitat improvement are important topics for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MDWFP deer biologist Carmen Campbell joins the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast to explain a new way scientists are detecting Chronic Wasting Disease — without relying on a dead deer.The conversation breaks down what deer scrapes are, why multiple deer use them, and how soil collected from scrapes can be tested for signs of CWD. Campbell explains how this method can detect the disease earlier than traditional hunter-harvested samples and why that matters for managing deer herds.Matt and Carmen also discuss how scrape testing ties into Mississippi's three-mile CWD tag program, giving hunters more opportunity while helping biologists monitor the disease. It's a fascinating look at how science, hunters, and wildlife management intersect to protect Mississippi's deer resource. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Blane Klemek discusses all things wildlife...hunting harvest, population estimates, how things look for the future, and some bad news on the area CWD front.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hunters Brief Show Notes – Week of January 22, 2026 Below are the stories covered in this week's Hunters Brief, with links to the original sources for further reading: House votes to lift Boundary Waters mining ban — Associated Press via ABC News: “House Republicans seek to overturn a 20‑year mining moratorium near Minnesota's Boundary Waters”. Colorado halts wolf releases after new mortality and federal pressure — Pagosa Daily Post / Colorado Newsline: “CPW suspends wolf releases; nearly half of reintroduced wolves have died”. CPW staff threatened after mountain lions euthanized — Colorado Sun: “Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff and commissioners face threats after lethal mountain‑lion response”. Bronze ram stolen from KUIU headquarters — CBS Sacramento and KCRA: “Thieves steal life‑sized bronze ram statue from KUIU's Dixon headquarters”. Interior adopts ‘open unless closed' public‑lands policy — Outdoor Life and GearJunkie: “Secretarial Order 3447 makes hunting and fishing the default on public lands”. Missouri expands coyote hunting methods — Missouri Department of Conservation: “New rules allow night vision and thermal imaging for coyotes Jan. 1–Sept. 30”. Missouri revises deer seasons and CWD management — Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation: “Missouri approves 2026‑27 seasons and pauses targeted CWD removals”. Active‑duty soldiers convicted in Colorado poaching case — Denver Gazette: “Two soldiers and an accomplice fined for poaching six mule deer near Fort Carson”. Third man pleads guilty in Montana elk poaching ring — Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: “Third defendant pleads guilty in multi‑county Montana elk poaching case”. USDA launches New World Screwworm Grand Challenge — U.S. Department of Agriculture: “USDA announces $100 million challenge to combat New World Screwworm”. These notes are provided for listeners who want to delve deeper into the stories discussed on the show. Thanks for tuning in! @HuntingStoriesPodcast Want to be a guest? Hunting Stories Website Sponsors: Vortex Optics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the WHIN Podcast, Don Propst and Mitchell sit down with Bradley LeBaron of Coots Taxidermy to unpack what it really takes to turn a hard-earned animal into a lifetime memory—starting with what you do in the field. From protecting velvet fast, to preventing hair slip on antelope, to proper cooling and clean cape handling, Bradley shares practical, no-fluff advice that saves trophies from avoidable mistakes (and a few hilarious shop stories along the way). The conversation also highlights the behind-the-scenes role taxidermists play in wildlife management—spotting tag issues, supporting CWD sampling, and helping elevate standards through the new Nevada Taxidermy Association—while reinforcing a core theme: treat your hide like your meat, respect the animal, and make conservation a lifestyle.
Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast host Bill Cooper as he interviews MDC's Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Isabelle discusses the history of the disease, its prevalence today, and the importance of controlling the disease.There is a lot of controversy about how MDC is managing CWD. Isabelle addresses those concerns and gives a scientific basis for their management policies. One can look to Wisconsin, Arkansas and now Kansas to see what lack of management of CWD brings. It's not a pretty picture of deer herds. There is a small element of people in Missouri who want to totally do away with our Missouri Department of Conservation. They would willingly destroy what has taken decades for Missouri citizens to build, the most respected conservation department in the nation. We set our MDC up through the initiative petition process and created it in 1936 as a part of the Missouri Constitution (Amendment 4) as a separate entity to be managed by professional biologists, thus removing it from the hands of politicians. We all pay a 1/8th of 1 percent sales tax to support MDC. The per capita cost is roughly $30 per year. For $30/yr. every Missouri citizen has access to over 1 million acres of public MDC lands,enjoys incredible hunting and fishing opportunities, camping, hiking, and outdoor education programs through our schools and local communities. It is the best deal in conservation in the entire USA. Let's keep it that way.
https://www.outdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jan-17-long-show.mp3 Kicking off this week's show is Managing Editor Rob Drieslein and Editor Tim Spielman who recap the 2026 Minnesota DNR Roundtable held on Friday, Jan. 9 in Brooklyn Center. They break down one of the biggest topics to emerge from the event: the DNR's formal proposal for a 4-fish statewide walleye limit. Then Glen Schmitt, the man behind the Outdoor News fishing report, provides insight into how the ice-fishing season has gone so far, and he offers his opinion on rapidly evolving forward-facing sonar. Tim Lesmeister helps Drieslein wrap up the show with chatter on a host of topics including the latest CWD totals, the backlog of firearms safety training classes, wake boats, and a $3.2 million price tag for a single bluefin tuna in Japan. The post Episode 575 – MN DNR Roundtable, 4-fish walleye limit, Glen Schmitt on ice-fishing, techno-talk appeared first on Outdoor News.
What is the end game with Chronic Wasting Disease? What are we working towards with hundreds of millions in tax dollars spent through research and studies? The findings are fascinating but distribution of a cure isn't realistic and slowing the spread of wild herds doesn't seem remotely possible. There is a different side of CWD that doesn't get discussed. I cover these topics and a path to establishing baseline population data.
Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has made headlines lately for its controversial decision to end its postseason Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) targeted deer removal program. Join Ashlee as she connected with MO MDC Director Jason Sumners, and they explain the decision and discuss MO's deer and elk program, and CWD efforts in general. Ashlee and Jason also go into his background and the Missouri deer program writ large. This podcast is an incredibly informative resource for the CWD discussion, and all of the elements associated with it. Get to know the guest: https://www.newstribune.com/news/2024/may/26/jason-sumners-to-start-as-new-missouri-department/ Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org Support our Conservation Club Members! Wild Hunting Spain: https://www.wildhuntingspain.com/ Rack Hub: https://www.rack-hub.com/ Everyone Deserves to Play: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/everyone-deserves-to-play/ See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's Roundup, Robbie and Ashlee hit the New Year running as they discuss the national order issued by the USFWS to review all wildlife refuges across the country, a showdown between Colorado and the Feds over wolves, the MO Department of Conservation's decision to end their post-season CWD targeted deer culling program and other hot topics. Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org Support our Conservation Club Members! Maartens Safaris: https://maartenssafaris.com/ Grayl: https://grayl.com/ The Sun Project: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/the-sun-project/ See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Missouri Department of Conservation Director Jason Sumners joins Driftwood Outdoors for an in-depth conversation on chronic wasting disease, MDC's decision to pause post-season targeted removal, and what comes next.We ask the hard questions Missouri hunters and landowners are asking—what's paused, why now, what replaces it, and what benchmarks could bring it back.This is a long-form, transparent discussion about science, trust, and the future of deer hunting in Missouri.For more info: Missouri Dept of Conservation websiteMissouri Dept of Conservation FB pageMissouri Dept of Conservation InstagramSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com
On December 15, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announced the end of a controversial CWD control program: a sharpshooting initiative that involved baiting and spotlighting deer in areas where CWD has been detected. MDC Director Jason Sumners announced the news in an open letter. “As CWD has spread in Missouri over the last decade, MDC's objective has been and continues to be to keep CWD infection rates low to protect the long-term...
If a Prion does not exist what has the goverment been lying about for the past 50 years. I am talking scrapie in sheep, BSE in cattle and CWD in cervids.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has officially announced an "indefinite pause" on winter targeted deer culling, a move that has sparked intense debate across the hunting community. In this episode, MDC Director Jason Sumners joins the podcast to explain why the agency is pivoting its strategy against CWD. We look into the surge of Missouri's non-resident deer hunters has doubled in just ten years, even as resident hunter numbers have dropped. Whether you are worried about public land pressure, the new one-bird turkey limit, or the reality of "CWD-resistant" genetics, this is the a transparent look at Missouri conservation. 00:00 – Intro: Guest Jason Sumners, Executive Director of the MDC 04:25 – Major Changes: Removing the CWD Firearms Season Portion 25:10 – The "Indefinite Pause" on Winter Targeted Culling Explained 28:40 – The Wildwood Experiment: Suburban Management vs. Sharpshooters 47:15 – CWD Projections: What Happens to the Herd if Prevalence Hits 20%? 56:20 – Regulation Shifts: Why Antler Point Restrictions (APR) are Being Removed 58:15 – The Forever Debate: Moving the November Firearms Season 1:00:57 – New Turkey Limits: Why Missouri is Moving to a One-Bird Bag 1:02:45 – The Non-Resident Explosion: 45,000 Hunters Flooding Missouri 1:07:30 – Shocking Stats: The Rapid Decline of Resident Deer Hunters 1:12:30 – Genetic Solutions: Analyzing Oklahoma's CWD-Resistant Deer Research Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc... Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has officially announced an "indefinite pause" on winter targeted deer culling, a move that has sparked intense debate across the hunting community. In this episode, MDC Director Jason Sumners joins the podcast to explain why the agency is pivoting its strategy against CWD. We look into the surge of Missouri's non-resident deer hunters has doubled in just ten years, even as resident hunter numbers have dropped. Whether you are worried about public land pressure, the new one-bird turkey limit, or the reality of "CWD-resistant" genetics, this is the a transparent look at Missouri conservation. 00:00 – Intro: Guest Jason Sumners, Executive Director of the MDC 04:25 – Major Changes: Removing the CWD Firearms Season Portion 25:10 – The "Indefinite Pause" on Winter Targeted Culling Explained 28:40 – The Wildwood Experiment: Suburban Management vs. Sharpshooters 47:15 – CWD Projections: What Happens to the Herd if Prevalence Hits 20%? 56:20 – Regulation Shifts: Why Antler Point Restrictions (APR) are Being Removed 58:15 – The Forever Debate: Moving the November Firearms Season 1:00:57 – New Turkey Limits: Why Missouri is Moving to a One-Bird Bag 1:02:45 – The Non-Resident Explosion: 45,000 Hunters Flooding Missouri 1:07:30 – Shocking Stats: The Rapid Decline of Resident Deer Hunters 1:12:30 – Genetic Solutions: Analyzing Oklahoma's CWD-Resistant Deer Research Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc... Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv
Driftwood Outdoors' Unpaid Pro-Staffer Paddle Don joins Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod to look back on a huge year for Driftwood Outdoors—historic adventures, conservation conversations, and a surprising announcement that now makes all three hosts married.Special thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com
On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by outdoor writer, Matt Geiger to dive into why we hunt! Matt is a New England native who now lives and hunts in Southwest Wisconsin. The guys dive into Matt's hunting season so far, the ag tag program, stories from the Cazenovia Doe Derby, the importance of hunting rituals, a knife in the knee, the importance of venison as a food source, using venison to as a bridge between hunters and non-hunters, CWD's impact on deer herd dynamics, teaching children through conservation, and the importance of Sharing the Land. All that and more in this week's episode! Huge thanks to Matt for coming on the show, if you want to check out some of his fantastic outdoor writing, head on over to geigerbooks.com or check out his social media @geiger.matt Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_action Call the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Happy Festivus from the Drury Outdoors 100% Wild Podcast! In this special holiday episode, hosts Matt and Tim participate in the traditional "Airing of Grievances," breaking down everything that's currently wrong with the deer hunting industry. From the exhaustion of social media "experts" claiming CWD is a government conspiracy to the "military-style" gear overkill and fake rut reports , Tim and Matt hold nothing back. Beyond the industry drama, stay tuned in for the "Feats of Strength" where the crew dives into a hilarious Wildlife Word Challenge. If you're a whitetail hunter looking for real talk, outdoor industry insights, and a bit of Seinfeld-inspired comedy, this episode is for you. 00:00:50 – Welcome to the Dreary Outdoors 100% Wild Podcast 00:01:30 – The Seinfeld Festivus Tradition Explained 00:04:35 – Airing of Grievances: Personal Pet Peeves 00:12:35 – Airing of Grievances: The Industry 00:31:55 – Airing of Grievances: Listeners of the podcast 00:36:50 – Feats of Strength Wildlife Word Challenge 00:51:10 – Final Thoughts and Happy Festivus Wrap-up Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc... Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv
On this episode of The Wisconsin Sportsman, Pierce is joined by Doug Duren to dive into conservation on private land in an ever-changing environment. Doug resides in the Driftless region of Southwest Wisconsin, and is the founder of Sharing the Land; a non-profit focused on connecting private landowners with outdoor recreators seeking land to access. In this episode, the guys dive into what projects Doug has been working on around the farm, his recent appearance on Meateater Sheds, and his involvement with The Prairie Farm Podcast. Then they dive into how landowners can implement conservation projects in conjunction with livestock, the pros and cons of absentee landowners, non-deer impacts of CWD on a landscape, holes that exist in the North American model of Conservation, private landowners role in conservation, how valuable access to someone's land is, and the changing landscape of hunting and conservation. All that and more in this week's episode! Huge thanks to Doug for coming on the show! If you'd like to learn more and follow along with Doug, you can do so on Instagram @dougduren and @sharingtheland Check out his other projects using the links below: Doug's website: www.dougduren.com Sharing the Land: www.sharingtheland.com The Prairie Farm Podcast: hokseynativeseeds.com/the-prairie-farm-podcast Hoksey Native Seeds - A Sharing The Land Example of "It's Not Ours, It's Just Our Turn" Inside Doug Duren's Family Farm | MeatEater Sheds Big thanks to our fantastic partners: Lone Wolf Custom Gear: www.lonewolfcustomgear.com onX Hunt: www.onxmaps.com Huntworth: www.huntworthgear.com Good Chance Fly Fishing: www.goodchanceflyfishing.com Wisconsin Backcountry Hunters & Anglers: www.backcountryhunters.org/wisconsin TAKE ACTION THROUGH BACKCOUNTRY HUNTERS & ANGLERS www.backcountryhunters.com/take_action Call the US Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to speak with your representative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As a Minnesota-based writer, I spent quite a few years covering news related to wolves. In fact, two topics that I really can't stand to discuss anymore are wolves and CWD. It's not that I'm not interested or concerned about either, but at some point, it's like eating the same meal over and over. You just lose your appetite for it. That only gets exacerbated by the feeling that, as an individual, you can't really do anything about either topic...
Steven Rinella talks with Mark Rudd, Michael Chamberlain, and Ryan Callaghan. Topics discussed: The premier of MeatEater Sheds; back to the 101 of what CWD is and the myths surrounding it; it’s just not a hoax; the slow, cryptic nature of the disease; are we still going to be able to grow old, big deer?; how there's no test for live deer; filling up space in the brain stem; high prevalence rates; how the skeptical public wants an answer; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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