Podcasts about Pennsylvania Game Commission

Foresters are pretty good at stand-level silviculture. But what if we want to make changes to forest vegetation at a much larger scale? Silviculture at scale to impact landscape-level change is much trickier, whether that's aiming for a target age-class distribution or meeting the broad habitat needs of birds. Where do we even begin?  In walks the concept of Dynamic Forest Restoration Blocks, or the strategy of breaking up the landscape into manageable and biologically meaningful units where we can focus on specific forest management objectives. Join us on this episode as we talk with pioneers of this concept, Jeff Larkin, professor in the Department of Biology at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Forest Bird Advisor with the American Bird Conservancy, and Dan Heggenstaller, North Central Regional Forester with the Pennsylvania Game Commission.Send us a text To earn CEU/CFE credits, learn more, or interact with SilviCast, visit the uwsp.edu/SilviCast.

Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Smith, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. They talk about his hunting journey and the evolution of wildlife management in Pennsylvania. They cover topics from deer population trends, upcoming changes for the 2025 hunting seasons, and initiatives like the Deer Management Assistance Program. Steve also addresses hunter concerns regarding regulations such as no hunting on Sundays, highlights efforts to improve access to public land, how decisions are made, and what the overall future of hunting in Pennsylvania looks like for years to come.  Topics: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:06:33 - Steve's First Hunt 00:08:10 - Past and Present Pennsylvania Deer Population 00:11:59 - Steve's Position As Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission 00:14:44 - Relationship Between Game Commission and Hunters 00:17:16 - Pennsylvania Hunting Quality Improvement 00:22:26 - Trends in Hunting License Numbers 00:27:18 - Will Pennsylvania Ever Allow Sunday Hunting? 00:34:52 - Access to Hunting Lands 00:50:09 - The DMAP Program Explained 00:56:29 - Balancing Wildlife Populations 00:59:09 - DMAP Extended Season 01:15:34 - Decisions Made Based on Data 01:28:20 - 2025 Regulation Changes 01:39:14 - Closing Thoughts and Feedback Resources: Instagram:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠@eastmeetswesthunt⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@pagamecomm Facebook:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠East Meets West Outdoors⁠⁠⁠⁠  Website/Apparel/Deals/Gear: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: Beau Martonik - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Influencer Page ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Hunters and Families who rely on venison need to know – Guest - Jeannine Fleegle, Biologist, Pennsylvania Game Commission

In this episode of the HUNTR Podcast, we sit down with David Stainbrook and Andrea Korman, deer biologists with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, to talk about the science and strategy behind managing the state's whitetail population.If you're a regular listener, you know we put a strong focus on state regulations and how they affect hunter opportunity. We dive into hot topics like doe harvest, Sunday hunting, and how key decisions are made that impact every hunter in the state. These are the conversations we enjoy most—hearing directly from the people making the decisions, while bringing attention to the issues we believe matter in today's hunting world.Big thanks to David and Andrea for having us out. We hope you enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE:https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBEBuy some merch on our website:https://wearehuntr.com/HUNTR Podcast is presented by:Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com (USE CODE HUNTR FOR 20% OFF APPAREL)DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com (USE CODE HUNTR15 FOR 15% OFF)RackHub: https://www.rack-hub.com/huntr (USE CODE HUNTR FOR 10% OFF)Pure Wildlife Blends: https://www.purewildlifeblends.com (USE CODE HUNTR10 FOR 10% OFF)Lone Wolf Custom Gear: https://www.lonewolfcustomgear.com/(USE CODE HUNTR FOR 7% OFF)Better Backstrap: https://betterbackstrap.com/(USE CODE HUNTR15 FOR 15% OFF)Spartan Forge: https://spartanforge.ai/(USE CODE HUNTR20 FOR 20% OFF)

In this feature episode of The Sportsmen's Voice, Fred sits down with Steve Smith, Executive Director of Pennsylvania Game Commission, to discuss Sunday hunting in Pennsylvania and the years-long and ongoing push to pass landmark legislation to remove the remaining restrictions. Then, Fred is joined by CSF Vice President of Policy Brent Miller to dive deeper into the the complexities surrounding Sunday hunting legislation across the United States as a whole (a subject Brent actually wrote his thesis on!). They explore the historical context and theories of Sunday hunting bans (hint, it's not what people think), the incremental approach to changing these laws, and the various arguments for and against Sunday hunting, including safety concerns, discrimination against hunters, the opposition from professional guides and landowners, the importance of youth hunting opportunities and the bipartisan efforts to advance hunting rights.  Key Takeaways: Historical Context Is Everything: Discrimination against hunters is evident in Sunday hunting laws. Diving into the history of these bans can reveal the potentially classist, and possibly even racist roots of Sunday hunting bans, while safety concerns regarding hunting on Sundays are largely unfounded. Longstanding Priority In The Keystone State: The push for Sunday hunting has been a long-standing priority for the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Legislative momentum is building, with a majority of hunters now supporting Sunday hunting. Stakeholder Updates: The Farm Bureau's support for Sunday hunting marks a significant shift in stakeholder perspectives, along with the support of hunters themselves  Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter   Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF's Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded: 3/5/25 As any Pennsylvania farmer can tell you, deer can cause significant damage to crops and are a primary pest in our agricultural landscape. In this episode, we sit down with Law Enforcement Supervisor Brian Singer of the Pennsylvania Game Commission to discuss the legal and lethal options that farmers can take advantage of to manage deer populations.  Hosts: Ryan Spelman and Justin Brackenrich, Penn State ExtensionGuest: Brian Singer, Pennsylvania Game CommissionLinks:Pennsylvania Game Commission Landowner AssistanceHunters Sharing the HarvestPhoto credit: Pennsylvania Game CommissionSign up for our newsletter, Field Crop News, and follow us on Facebook!

This week we're joined by calling legend Matt Morrett to talk turkeys. Matt was the first person to win the Grand National Calling Contest while incorporating a friction call into his routine. He has lived turkey hunting and calling contests all his life and has so much wisdom to share. These days, Matt is giving back to the resource by working as the Director of Marketing for the Pennsylvania Game Commission. It's a walk down memory lane to hear the stories and learn from Matt's expertise. You don't want to miss this one. Listen, Learn and Enjoy.            Show Notes:  Pennsylvania Game Commission: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/pgc.html Matt Morrett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattmorrett/ Send a text message to the show!Enter the Gamekeeper Avid Boat Giveaway at mossyoakgamekeeper.com/giveaway/ Support the showStay connected with GameKeepers: Instagram: @mossyoakgamekeepers Facebook: @GameKeepers Twitter: @MOGameKeepers YouTube: @MossyOakGameKeepers Website: https://mossyoakgamekeeper.com/ Enter The Gamekeeper Giveaway: https://bit.ly/GK_Giveaway Subscribe to Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Magazine Buy a Single Issue of Gamekeepers Magazine: https://bit.ly/GK_Single_Issue Join our Newsletters: Field Notes - https://bit.ly/GKField_Notes | The Branch - https://bit.ly/the_branch Have a question for us or a podcast idea? Email us at gamekeepers@mossyoak.com

Travis Lau, Communcations Director with the Pennsylvania Game Commission talks about the opening weekend of rifle deer season and hunting in general.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We just kicked off our end-of-the-year campaign and with your help, we can raise important funding to keep our independent, nonprofit newsroom strong. Through Dec. 31st, your monthly donation will be matched 12 times, or your one-time donation will be doubled! Democracy needs news. News needs you. Will you answer the call? Donate today. And thanks!  The Northeast has faced a record-breaking drought this fall. It's impacting trees, including the ones we put in our homes at Christmas. Most steel is made using coal. A new report says emissions from plants that are part of this traditional steelmaking have serious consequences for public health. A new exhibit looks at the environmental implications of our fashion choices. Also, there's been a sharp decline in several Pennsylvania bat species from white-nose syndrome. A new federal conservation plan aims to keep development projects from making things worse. ClearWater Conservancy recently received two grants to help pay for its new Community Conservation Center, which will serve as a hub for land conservation and watershed protection in central Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Game Commission is hopeful a state ban on Sunday hunting will be completely lifted next year. After an explosion at a fracking waste disposal site last year, nearby residents had concerns about impacts on health and the environment. Sign up for our weekly newsletter! 

Jim Durkin is joined by Sgt. Matt Kramer of the Pennsylvania Game Commission to discuss the PA Hunter Access Program. Topics covered in their talk include the 88-year history of the program, landowner habitat improvements, and how the program has helped hunters and landowners alike.

The future is bright at the Pennsylvania Game Commission! New executive director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to provide Pennsylvanians with an update on the latest changes within the agency. Learn how 30 years of public land hunting and legislative expertise ultimately led Steve to this pivotal role and gain insight into his vision...

A Lancaster County chicken processing plant dumped millions of pounds of pollutants into waterways in a four year period. It's just one of many Tyson plants in the U.S. that researchers say pipe wastewater into rivers and streams.  Pennsylvania is accepting grant applications for school facility repairs beginning today. Schools can apply for up to $10 million in state funding to address environmental concerns, such as lead, asbestos and mold.  An ambulance service in Elk County is now offering “Stop the Bleed” classes to the general public. Organizers want bystanders to be ready for mass shootings, stabbings, hunting accidents and other life-threatening events. Violence against health care workers is growing, according to federal data. Some Pennsylvania health systems are installing high-tech weapons detection systems at hospital entrances. Pennsylvania is taking steps toward becoming the latest state to punish someone for using a Bluetooth-connected device to track someone without their permission.  The head of the Pennsylvania Game Commission has resigned.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys break down a number of current events in hunting and conservation. First, they condem the torture and killing of a wolf in Wyoming. Then, they analyze ways to address a gap in the law to ensure behavior like this is appropriately punished if it ever occurs again. Next, they break down the U.S. House passing the EXPLORE Act and a recent court decision in the long running Tribal Treaty hunting rights case of Herrera v. Wyoming. Other topics include, a safe storage firearms bill in Minnesota, a teaser on sage grouse management plans in the west, joining the Pennsylvania Game Commission's Annual Meeting, a thank you to a retiring state wildlife agency director, and more. Tell us what you think at yourmountain@itsyourmountain.com.

On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman, Dan talks with Ryan Klinedinst, a Wildlife Habitat Manager for the Pennsylvania Game Commission about what a normal day for a conservation employee looks like. Ryan Klinedinst has always had a passion for the outdoors. Growing up, he looked forward to going hunting with his dad and grandpa. As an adult Ryan worked for seven years in South Carolina and is a currently working for a state widllife management agency in Pennsylvania. Dan and Ryan chat about wildlife projects, the importance of getting kids involved in the outdoors and even the feeling of filling your first archery tag.   Connect with Dan Mathews and The Nomadic Outdoorsman On GoWild, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook Shop Dan's Podcast Gear, Hunting Gear and Merch   Connect with Ryan Klinedinst On Instagram and Facebook Connect with Infinite Outdoors On Instagram, Youtube and Online   Connect with Rapid Rope On Instagram and Online Shop Tactacam Shop Reveal Shop XOP Register for Bowfest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman, Dan talks with Ryan Klinedinst, a Wildlife Habitat Manager for the Pennsylvania Game Commission about what a normal day for a conservation employee looks like.Ryan Klinedinst has always had a passion for the outdoors. Growing up, he looked forward to going hunting with his dad and grandpa. As an adult Ryan worked for seven years in South Carolina and is a currently working for a state widllife management agency in Pennsylvania. Dan and Ryan chat about wildlife projects, the importance of getting kids involved in the outdoors and even the feeling of filling your first archery tag. Connect with Dan Mathews and The Nomadic OutdoorsmanOn GoWild, TikTok, Instagram, and FacebookShop Dan's Podcast Gear, Hunting Gear and Merch Connect with Ryan KlinedinstOn Instagram and FacebookConnect with Infinite OutdoorsOn Instagram, Youtube and Online Connect with Rapid RopeOn Instagram and OnlineShop TactacamShop RevealShop XOPRegister for Bowfest

On this episode of The Nomadic Outdoorsman, Dan talks with Ryan Klinedinst, a Wildlife Habitat Manager for the Pennsylvania Game Commission about what a normal day for a conservation employee looks like.Ryan Klinedinst has always had a passion for the outdoors. Growing up, he looked forward to going hunting with his dad and grandpa. As an adult Ryan worked for seven years in South Carolina and is a currently working for a state widllife management agency in Pennsylvania. Dan and Ryan chat about wildlife projects, the importance of getting kids involved in the outdoors and even the feeling of filling your first archery tag. Connect with Dan Mathews and The Nomadic OutdoorsmanOn GoWild, TikTok, Instagram, and FacebookShop Dan's Podcast Gear, Hunting Gear and Merch Connect with Ryan KlinedinstOn Instagram and FacebookConnect with Infinite OutdoorsOn Instagram, Youtube and Online Connect with Rapid RopeOn Instagram and OnlineShop TactacamShop RevealShop XOPRegister for Bowfest

Have you heard whispers that the Pennsylvania Game Commission is in cahoots with car insurance companies to reduce the deer herd or the agency trades our turkeys to other states in exchange for coyotes? Captain Chad Eyler and Furbearer Biologist Tom Keller join host Matt Morrett to dispel the most common myths swirling around social...

Available 24/7/365, the Pennsylvania Game Commission's Centralized Dispatch Center received nearly 210,000 calls last year, from reports of game law violations to sasquatch sightings. Each spring, as animals are born and bears come out of hibernation in search of food, the number of wildlife-related calls skyrockets. Nick Sechrist, Assistant Director of Central Dispatch Operations, joins...

Did you know there are wildlife health professionals scattered across the country working day and night to keep animals and people safe from wildlife-borne diseases? These good people are truly working on the front lines of wildlife management and it's likely most people have no idea that it's happening. That's why we invited Wildlife Health Technician, Ian Gereg, to join us on this episode to talk about the wide array of things he and his colleagues work on to keep us and wildlife healthy. He works for the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (PennVet) and is part of the Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program. He explains to Nick and The Doctor how he has no idea what he will encounter on a given day and shares stories of some of the craziest things that have happened to him in the field. He also talks about some of the current research he is involved with. The National Deer Association works in partnership with PennVet and the Pennsylvania Game Commission as part of the Wildlife Futures Program, particularly on chronic wasting disease and other deer management related matters.   Episode Sponsor:  Bass Pro Shops & Cabela's   Important Links Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program Follow Nick Pinizzotto on Instagram Follow Mike Groman on Instagram Music by Bensound   Subscribe to the Podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Stitcher   About the National Deer Association The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast! Support NDA's mission by becoming a member today. NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness. Learn more about deer and deer hunting in our weekly, free e-newsletter. Follow us on our other channels: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

On this episode, Jason talks with Bryan Burhans of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Bryan is the Executive Director and this is our annual episode discussing the past year, along with the upcoming year. Topics discussed during the episode include the 2023 Bear and Deer seasons, changes to expect in 2024, and how the process of proposed changes work. Website | X (Twitter) | Instagram | Facebook

Did you know the Pennsylvania Game Commission is an independent agency tasked with managing the Commonwealth's wildlife resource for both current and future generations? Legislative Liaison Josh Zimmerman and Executive Director Bryan Burhans join host Matt Morrett to explain how the agency works with legislators, the way policies get made, and what it takes for...

In this episode of HUNTR Podcast, we bring on Dr. Gary Alt to discuss the importance of having a healthy deer herd and what it takes to do so. For twenty-seven years, Gary worked for the Pennsylvania Game Commission as a supervising biologist, overseeing decisions made to help balance a healthy ecosystem for both whitetail deer and bears. We often talk about letting bucks grow, trying to get them to peak maturity. As for a lot of the general hunting public, there seems to be a question as to why? And how do we achieve a healthy herd balance? That's what Dr. Gary Alt is here to explain to us today. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! New episodes of HUNTR Podcast drop every Tuesday 6PM EST SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/c/HUNTRTUBE HUNTR Podcast is presented by: DeerGro: https://www.deergro.com Hoyt Archery: https://hoyt.com StealthCam: http://stealthcam.com

It's Go Time, and we help you score! Dave Mitchell and Matt Morrett from the Pennsylvania Game Commission — two avid deer hunters with more than 50 years of combined bowhunting experience — join Associate Editor Mark Demko to share their top rut-hunting tips, including tactics for adjusting on the fly when the deer seem to disappear, hunting pressured public lands and adapting to challenging weather conditions.

In this episode Jason talks with Jeannine Fleegle and Andrea Korman of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Jeannine is a wildlife biologist working specifically with deer and elk and Andrea is the CWD section Supervisor. During the conversation, Jeannine and Andrea describe Chronic Wasting Disease, how it is transferred, and what species it can affect. They also detail why CWD is such a concern, what the PGC is doing to slow the spread, and how testing deer works for both the agency and hunters. They also touch on advice for consuming CWD positive meat and why hunters need to do their part.

PENNSYLVANIA – Rules, Regulations & Non-Resident OpportunityThis week I have Travis Lau, Communications Director for Pennsylvania Game Commission on the podcast to discuss some of the rules, regulations and what opportunities non-residents have in the state.  Travis and I cover a lot of information and discuss the best opportunities for non-residents in the state as well as the great opportunity for pheasants.  There is a lot of great information in this podcast.  If you've ever considered hunting in PA, you want to listen to this show.Pennsylvania Game CommissionWebsite www.pgc.pa.govYouTube www.youtube.com/user/PAGameCommissionInstagram www.instagram.com/pagamecomm/Facebook www.facebook.com/PennsylvaniaGameCommissionHuntFishPA licensing platform https://huntfish.pa.gov OUT OF STATE HUNTERInstagram -@outofstatehunter ALLTERRA ARMSWebsite - https://allterraarms.comInstagram - @allterraarms MARSUPIAL GEARWebsite - https://www.marsupialgear.com/Instagram - @marsupialgear KODIAK CANVASWebsite - https://www.kodiakcanvas.comInstagram - @kodiakcanvas

In this EMERGENCY BONUS episode, Jason talks with Don Rank of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Don is the PA Chairman of the BHA and a returning guest. He fills us in on a specific amendment to HB 1300, a state budget bill. This amendment redirects (STEALS) $150 million from the Game Fund and allocates that money for alternate spending. Listen in as Don explains how this is a terrible financial decision for the Pennsylvania Game Commission, hunters, conservationists, and outdoors people of all kinds. Organizations in opposition to the amended bill: Audubon Mid-Atlantic, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Conservation Voters of PA, Ducks Unlimited, Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds, Lancaster Farmland Trust, Natural Lands, PennFuture, Pennsylvania Environmental Council, Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Sierra Club PA Chapter, The Conservation Fund, The Nature Conservancy PA/DE Chapter, The Trust for Public Land, Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Trout Unlimited, WeConservePA, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, American Sportfishing Association, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Congressional Sportsmen Federation, Delta Waterfowl, Hunters for Sunday Hunting, National Deer Association, National Wild Turkey Federation, Pennsylvania Federation of Sportsmen and Conservationists, Pheasants Forever/ Quail Forever, Ruffed Grouse Society, SCI: First for Hunters...AND GROWING!

In this episode, Jason talks with Todd Holmes of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Todd is the Shooting Sports Division Chief and acting National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) state coordinator. During the conversation, Todd fills us in on his role within the PGC, what NASP does, and how the program benefits kids. He also details how you can get your school involved with NASP, a possible political impact, and a new youth camp to look for in 2024! NASP Website | PGC Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Participating Schools Map Get summer savings on tools when you mention the show at Allegheny Valley Winlectric!Nurture yourself with Nature by visiting WildRouted.com and using CUFREESHIP23 at checkout!

In this episode of Deer News for August 2023, we cover a variety of topics including the dispute over deer management in Arlington, new hunting regulations in Minnesota and Missouri, illegal hunting charges in Pennsylvania, crossbow impact debate in West Virginia, and an illegal hunting investigation in Ontario. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on these critical issues affecting deer population, hunting practices, and conservation efforts.   NEW DEER NEWS FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH!    

The Pennsylvania Game Commission doesn't just serve hunters — the agency manages 480 species of wild birds and mammals for all 13 million residents of the Keystone State. Executive Director Bryan Burhans and Commissioner Robert Schwalm join host Matt Morrett for a behind-the-scenes look at how the Board of Commissioners works with the PGC to...

On this episode, Jason talks with Bob Frye of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Bob is formerly the outdoor columnist for the Tribune Review and currently the Associate Editor of the PA Game News. During the conversation, Bob details how he started his writing career, gives advice on how to become an outdoor writer, and shares tips for how to hone your writing skills. He also dives into some of his favorite stories from his career. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Get summer savings on tools when you mention the show at Allegheny Valley Winlectric!Nurture yourself with Nature by visiting WildRouted.com and using CUFREESHIP23 at checkout!

In Pennsylvania, it's hard to throw a pinecone without hitting a hunter or fisherman. There are hundreds of thousands of hunters and fisherman in the Keystone State.But, there's another breed of outdoor sportsmen that are often forgotten about. They hunt their prey not with rods and reels or bows and guns but with traps. On this episode, we're going to be talking about Pennsylvania's furtakers. What they trap, why they trap and the state of the hobby here in Pennsylvania.  I am joined on this episode by Dan Lynch. Dan is a retired Wildlife Education Supervisor with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and 20-plus-year member of the Pennsylvania Trappers Association.Be sure to visit my website to get to notified about upcoming episodes. Also, follow us on Instagram and on Facebook for more information about what is coming up next. You can support the podcast by buying merch or donating on our website.Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Uncle Traveling Matt's Random Expedition

Dogs are remarkable. They're much more than just "man's best friend." When trained, dogs can help humans with a long list of tasks ranging from finding bombs and drugs to searching for lost people, detecting low blood sugar and other health concerns, and much more. Also on the list is detecting wildlife diseases including chronic wasting disease (CWD). In this episode, Nick and The Doctor talk with Brenna Babiy who is the Conservation K9 Supervisor and handler at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine's (Penn Vet) Working Dog Center, about how her team's work can someday change the way CWD is found and tracked in the wild. Brenna's team is part of a greater partnership with the Pennsylvania Game Commission known as the Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program. NDA is also a partner in the effort. While not many people enjoy talking about CWD, this work is exciting and is showing a lot of promise for helping manage the spread of the disease. It's a bit of good news about a topic that typically has little. In this week's B-Team report, hear how one of our hosts had trouble keeping track of his favorite turkey calls while the other has his day disrupted due to another form of failing memory! The next episode is an Ask NDA Anything show so please get your questions in at nick@deerassociation.com. Finally, today is NDA Giving Day! If you haven't already, please consider making a donation to the NDA Fund by visiting our website. All donations today will be matched up to $50,000 thanks to the help of some generous donors.   Important Links Penn Vet Working Dog Center Pennsylvania Wildlife Futures Program Title sponsor: Black Rifle Coffee Company Show sponsor: Mathews Archery Follow Nick Pinizzotto on Instagram Follow Mike Groman on Instagram Music by Bensound   Subscribe to the Podcast on: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Stitcher   About the National Deer Association The National Deer Association (NDA) is a non-profit deer conservation group that works to ensure the future of wild deer, wildlife habitat and hunting. Thank you for subscribing to our podcast! Support NDA's mission by becoming a member today. NDA has the highest ranking from Charity Navigator, an independent group that monitors non-profits for financial efficiency and effectiveness. Learn more about deer and deer hunting in our weekly, free e-newsletter. Follow us on our other channels: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

When the train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed in East Palestine, students there were weeks away from the opening night of their school musical. They decided the show must go on. We're there for the dress rehearsal. We'll also hear from the author of a new book about the 1948 air pollution disaster that made Donora, Pennsylvania famous. Plus, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is holding meetings to get feedback about bringing back the American marten to the state's forests. Plus news about U.S. Steel, and the budget for the PA DEP.

On this episode, we're going to be talking about the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the serious threat Chronic Wasting Disease poses to our wildlife. I am joined on this episode by Todd Pride. Todd is a member of Pennsylvania Game Commission's Board of Commissioners, founder of Legacy Land & Water Partners and lead coach with the Mid-Atlantic Youth Anglers and Outdoor Partners. Todd has the distinction of being the first African American appointed to the board. Todd speaks with us about the purpose and goals of the PA Game Commission and tells us about  Chronic Wasting Disease. This serious illness can have a devastating impact on Pennsylvania's wildlife – particularly white-tailed deer.Learn more about CWD by visiting the PA Game Commission website. Be sure to visit my website to get to notified about upcoming episodes. Also, follow us on Instagram and on Facebook for more information about what is coming up next. You can support the podcast by buying merch or donating on our website.Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Uncle Traveling Matt's Random Expedition

In this week's episode, Jason talks with Thomas Keller of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Tom is a Furbearer Biologist for the PGC and joins us to discuss the proposal to reintroduce the American Marten to Pennsylvania. During the discussion, Tom details how wildlife has historically been lost in Pennsylvania, how certain species are selected to be reintroduced, and how a feasibility study helps determine eligible species. In regards to the American Marten, Tom provides details on how the reintroduction proposal will work, why the PGC feels this reintroduction will be a success, and the impact American Martens will have on other wildlife. An in-depth discussion takes place on the diet of the American Marten, dispelling some common misinformation being spread on social media, and how the proposal will move forward-including how the public can get involved and learn more. Questions about the plan can be emailed to PAmarten@pa.gov Reintroduction Plan | Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Habitat Podcast #211 - Chad Barclay and Phil Holcombe join Jared Van Hees and Brian Halbeib for some Pennsylvania Habitat Management on Game Commission /public land. What is your state doing for the wildlife and habitat? We cover: Chad Barclay introduction in terms of hunting/habitat, how he got into those things.  Chad's position and role with the PA Game Commission, What a typical day looks like for Chad as a PGC Forester, What kind of techniques/methods is Chad applying on the landscape to improve wildlife? Commercial, non commercial harvests? What are some specific projects Chad and the Pennsylvania Game Commission are currently working on? Grouse/woodcock/hare cuts.  How are projects geared toward or designated as beneficial for one species, also quite often beneficial for a host of wildlife specie How is funding sourced and gathered for these projects? Are there opportunities for citizens to get involved and help with habitat projects? If so how does one get involved? Rapid Fire and Wrap ----------------------------------------------- LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO FIRST LITE --> https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P Vitalize Seed GIFT CARDS--> https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Legendary Forest Products (Forestry and Logging) - https://bit.ly/LegendaryFPs Afflictor Broadheads - https://bit.ly/AfflictorBH "BF20" --- 20% off at checkout YOUTUBE - Habitat Podcast Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com Exodus Trail Cameras - https://bit.ly/ExodusHP Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Michigan Whitetail Pursuit - http://bit.ly/MWpursuit Endless Horizons Archery (all of your archery needs) - https://bit.ly/3QBVNRl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Jason talks with returning guest Bryan Burhans. Bryan is the Executive Director the Pennsylvania Game Commission and he brings news for the new year. Topics include why RAWA is such an important bill for state agencies, how Ruffed Grouse are doing in the state, how the PGC made a weather issue right, and updates on CWD. Bryan also provides updates on the Antlerless license change, insight into the revamped bear seasons, and why PA is in dire need of more Hunter-Trapper Education instructors. Stay tuned until the end for a special announcement on a new PGC program! Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PGC Podcast | CWD Info --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, we are discussing small game with Emily Boyd. Emily is the small mammal biologist for the Pennsylvania Game Commission and she drops a wealth of knowledge on us! We discuss some of the less common small game species discussed in the Keystone State including snowshoe hares, Appalachian cottontail rabbits, and eastern fox squirrels. Most of these species provide liberal hunting opportunities, however, snowshoe hares only have a 1 week season between Christmas and New Years. Emily shares with us some of the habitat types you may find snowshoe hares if embarking on this adventure! In addition to general biology, we discuss one of the greatest threats to rabbits in North America; rabbit hemorrhagic disease. This disease has already been found in domestic rabbits, but is quickly spreading into wild populations. The concern is not "if" but "when" will it happen? There is a high mortality rate with those that contract it, and drastic management changes may occur to combat this issue. Find out what you can do as a conservationist to help address the problem! Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of the Pennsylvania Woodsman, we are discussing small game with Emily Boyd.  Emily is the small mammal biologist for the Pennsylvania Game Commission and she drops a wealth of knowledge on us!  We discuss some of the less common small game species discussed in the Keystone State including snowshoe hares, Appalachian cottontail rabbits, and eastern fox squirrels.  Most of these species provide liberal hunting opportunities, however, snowshoe hares only have a 1 week season between Christmas and New Years.  Emily shares with us some of the habitat types you may find snowshoe hares if embarking on this adventure!In addition to general biology, we discuss one of the greatest threats to rabbits in North America; rabbit hemorrhagic disease.  This disease has already been found in domestic rabbits, but is quickly spreading into wild populations.  The concern is not "if" but "when" will it happen?  There is a high mortality rate with those that contract it, and drastic management changes may occur to combat this issue.  Find out what you can do as a conservationist to help address the problem!Check out the Sportsmen's Empire Podcast Network for more awesome content!

Whether you hunt, fish, hike, or simply enjoy viewing wildlife, Pennsylvania has millions of acres of public lands for you to to take advantage of. Host Matt Morrett is joined by Division Chief of Habitat Planning and Development of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Scott Bearer and Chief of the Forest Resource Planning and Information Division...

Hey folks!  Another great episode of the Ryan Furrer Podcast.. The Pennsylvania rifle season is freshly behind us. If you're like me and you tuned into social media during the 12 days of the gun season, you probably saw a variety of post, ranging from hunters either giving praise while sitting behind a big buck. Or hunters giving criticism to the Saturday opener and not seeing a deer on public land.Either way, Executive Director Bryan Burhans is fine with it. He likes to hear the praise and criticism. As he puts it- "it's how he gains perspective". Bryan, myself and my co-host Rob sat down and went over everything. The Saturday vs Monday opener. Hunter numbers. Access. Access in relation to hunter numbers. R3 ( retain, recruit, reactivate). Public land/hunting. You name it, I think we covered it.  It's a doosie! Be sure to check out our new up and coming YouTube channel as well. ( Ryan Furrer Podcast)Again. leave me a comment. Give it a like  and a share. Thanks- I hope you enjoy it. 

Just in time for the statewide regular firearms deer season opener, Dr. Gary Alt, a well-known Pennsylvania Game Commission wildlife biologist talks about his career with the agency. Dr. Alt is a Pennsylvania native and a lifetime deer hunter. In fact, he got out of his tree stand to do this podcast interview. He hunts...

Bryan Burhans, executive director of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, joins Editor Christian Berg to discuss how he lost an incredible 110 pounds in the past nine months and how it has dramatically increased his enjoyment of the outdoors. Burhans also discusses the challenges of managing Pennsylvania's whitetail herd and the growing role crossbows are playing in the state's archery season.

As state agencies target bans on commercial urine and attractants, Jason engages in conversation with one of the nations leading biochemists, Dr. Davin Henderson, on the fact that the real science lacks a single case where deer were infected with CWD by giving them urine. Although A recent Pennsylvania Game Commission vote on a urine ban died on the vine with a 4-4 tie, Commissioners promise to keep trying. We ask: Where's the science to support your claims? 

In this week's episode, Jason talks with Seth Mesoras. Seth is a Game Warden and the Information and Education Supervisor in the Southwest region for the Pennsylvania Game Commission. A big portion of his job revolves around the Hunter-Trapper Education courses offered by the PGC. During the episode, Seth fills us in on how the HTE courses work, why and how hunters need to pass the certification course, and how HTE is funded. Also covered is how to become an HTE instructor, why more volunteers are needed, and some new initiatives from the PGC. Find an upcoming in-person Hunter-Trapper course near you! Take the online Hunter-Trapper course --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this special episode, Jason talks with Jeremy Banfield at Elk Expo 2022. Jeremy is the Elk Biologist for the Pennsylvania Game Commission, where he has held that position since 2013. During the conversation, Jeremy fills us in on the current state of elk in PA, how tag allocations work, and where you can find elk in the PA Wilds. He also fills us in on how to be Elk Smart when interacting with these wild animals, his career goals for the elk herd, and some common misconceptions around how elk are managed. Learn more about Elk Watch the ElkCam --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We talk with three families who are leaving or have left Beaver County because of Shell's ethane cracker, fearing pollution, and looking for better opportunities.  Pennsylvania is looking at bringing American martens, a small weasel, back to the state's forests. We talk with a wildlife biologist with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Plus, we visit a one-of-a-kind prairie habitat in Pennsylvania, home to an endangered rattlesnake and wildflowers. And, news about the Chesapeake Bay and wild turkeys.

How do you define habitat? Host Matt Morrett is joined by Dave Gustafson, Bureau Director of Wildlife and Habitat Management for the Pennsylvania Game Commission who dives in on habitat 101. Dave explains that habitat is essentially a place where wildlife has access to food, water, space, and a secure place to raise their young....

By 1964, there were no successfully nesting peregrine falcons in North America east of the Rockies and south of the Arctic. They were functionally extinct. So, why do we have them now? How did they come back? And why are they loving cities? One of the heroes of their story is Art McMorris. He was the Peregrine Falcon Coordinator with the Pennsylvania Game Commission from 2004 to 2021. Under his leadership, the Peregrine came to be removed from the endangered species list. This is a story not only for anyone interested in bringing a species back from the brink of extinction but also for those determined to reach their goals while having fun- a requirement for Art.HighlightsWhat makes the Peregrine super unique in the animal kingdom?How does a species go from functionally extinct to off the endangered species list?Once a neuroscientist, what skills did Art transfer to help the Peregrine?What lessons did he learn from doing this?What Can YOU DoEngage with the natural world. It'll remind you that we are not separate, but rather, a part of it.When you learn of the presence of Peregrine Falcons somewhere, tell that information to your local wildlife agency so they can monitor the animal.Volunteer to monitor nests or be a part of rescue squads and rehabilitators.If you see an injured bird, contact your local wildlife rehabilitator(s) before you try to intervene.Vote for candidates that will support nature.Avoid pesticides. Although we no longer use DDT, what unknown dangers might the pesticides we use have?ResourcesPennsylvania Game Commission Peregrine Falcon page If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show! This helps to boost its visibility.Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!What difference for the world are you going to make today?Free Guide to Becoming a Force for Naturehttps://forcesfornature.com/becoming-a-force-for-nature-free-guide/

Pennsylvania has a rich history of archery across the state.  No one knows more about that than Todd Holmes, Shooting Sports Outreach Coordinator for the Pennsylvania Game Commission.  The tradition of archery is strong in Todd's family.  He began shooting a bow when he was just five years old with his dad and uncles.  Today,...