Podcasts about wildlife resources

One local researcher has documented more than 11,000 graves in Highland County and the surrounding areas. Governor Glenn Youngkin's office recently announced that Virginia's immigration task force has arrested more than 500 migrants. In Charlottesville, protesters demonstrated Wednesday against an alleged federal immigration raid. A biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources speaks about the release of seven orphaned bear cubs from the Wildlife Center of Virginia.

It may not be the "most" chub, but this unique native fish has a lot to offer! Kaitlyn Purington and Chance Broderius from the Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife Resources offer a state perspective on the public value of the very cool Least Chub. Like chubs? You might like these episodes:S3:E51 Bonytail ChubS2:E7 Bluehead ChubS2:E6 Humpback ChubS1:E47 Lake Chub

Special Agent Zachary Howlett and First Sergeant Tyler Bumgarner of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources join Hunter and Todd to recount one of the most shocking and widely publicized wildlife crimes in recent history — the Hollywood Buck case.The Hollywood Buck, a beloved and iconic 29-point whitetail that called Richmond's historic Hollywood Cemetery home, was known to locals and tourists alike. His enormous, non-typical antlers made him a legend — until his tragic and illegal killing rocked the community and captured national headlines.In this episode, Agent Howlett and Sgt. Bumgarner take you deep into their investigation — from the first tips and forensic evidence to the arrest, trial, and ultimate conviction of the poachers responsible.This is more than just a story about a deer — it's a tale of justice, public outrage, and the dedicated officers who brought the truth to light. You won't want to miss this edge-of-your-seat account of one of Virginia's most infamous wildlife cases.

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we're diving deep into one of Virginia's hottest bass fishing destinations — Smith Mountain Lake. Joining me is Dan Wilson, Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, to break down why this lake is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the bass fishing world.In early 2025 alone, multiple double-digit bass have been landed, including rumors of an 11-pound giant. With all this buzz, it's no surprise that Major League Fishing has set its sights on the lake for an upcoming Heavy Hitters event later this year.Dan gives us an exclusive look at:The 2024 fishery data and what it tells us about the lake's healthThe ongoing F1 Largemouth Bass stocking programHow the lake has evolved into a true big-bass destination

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we're diving into the latest updates on the Potomac River with John Odenkirk from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Join us as we break down his 2025 report, covering the current state of the snakehead and bass populations in the Virginia portion of the river. Don't miss this deep dive into the health and future of one of our region's most important fisheries!Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcastFishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/ If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.comNorthern Snakehead: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/snakehead/#:~:text=Any%20unusual%20fish%20needs%20to,804%2D367%2D2925). Report snakehead: 804-367-2925Virginia Department of Natural Resources website: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/  Please checkout our Patreon Sponsors Jake's bait & Tackle website:                                http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/ Catoctin Creek Custom Rods: https://www.facebook.com/CatoctinCreekCustomRods Tiger Crankbaits on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/tigercrankbaits Fishing the DMV Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Arensbassin/?ref=pages_you_manage Fishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link   #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Zak Danks, the Turkey Program Coordinator for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources! Zak has some exciting news to share as turkey season is on the horizon, both for this year's hunt, and for the next several years to come... Find out why things might be looking up for the turkey population and turkey hunters of the state, as well as what biologist are doing in the field at this very moment!

In this episode of The Valley Today, host Janet Michael talks with Elizabeth Baldwin, a unit coordinator and extension agent specializing in agricultural and natural resources, to delve into the topic of bird flu, also known as Avian Influenza. Baldwin, who is based in Page County, primarily focuses on animal science, working with farmers, livestock operations, and even homeowners with backyard chicken flocks. Baldwin provided a wealth of information about bird flu, detailing that the current strain, H5N1, has been impacting the country since February 2022. The virus primarily spreads through wild birds, which often act as carriers without showing symptoms. As they migrate, they can spread the virus to domesticated poultry through their droppings. Janet and Elizabeth discussed the similarities between bird flu and human influenza, noting that while wild birds might carry the virus without significant illness, domesticated poultry are far more susceptible. Baldwin explained that larger outbreaks are common in the fall and spring, coinciding with bird migrations. The discussion also touched on the difference between meat birds, which are younger and harvested sooner, and laying hens, which are older and thus more susceptible to disease. One of the significant impacts of bird flu discussed was the rise in egg prices. Baldwin explained that while meat birds can be rapidly replaced, laying hens take much longer to mature and begin laying eggs, leading to a shortage and subsequent price hikes. The conversation highlighted that the public's reaction to potential shortages, such as panic buying, can exacerbate these issues. Baldwin also talked about safety measures, emphasizing that consuming pasteurized dairy products and properly cooking poultry to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit minimizes the risk of infection. Although there have been a few cases of humans contracting bird flu, they were primarily among those with close contact with infected animals, such as poultry workers. The conversation concluded with practical advice for those keeping backyard chickens. Baldwin urged the importance of biosecurity measures, such as restricting access to coop areas and keeping wildlife away from domesticated birds. She also provided contact information for reporting sick or dead birds to the state veterinarian and the Department of Wildlife Resources. In summary, Baldwin's insights were invaluable in understanding the dynamics of bird flu, its impact on poultry and egg prices, safety precautions, and the broader implications for both backyard and commercial poultry operations. This detailed discussion serves as a critical resource for anyone looking to grasp the comprehensive picture of Avian Influenza.

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Dave Baker, a fisheries biologist with The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources! Dave is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to both fish and fishing, as he's not only a professional in the field, but also an excellent angler as well... Here we're talking about all the exciting spring fishing opportunities that are on the horizon, including: White Bass, Crappie, Sauger, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, and Catfish! Get your rods and reels ready... It's just about time to go fishing!

Throwing it back this Flashback Friday to my very first conversation with biologist John Odenkirk in 2023! In this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with John, one of the first to study the Northern Snakehead in the Potomac River and Virginia waterways. Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Please checkout our Patreon SponsorsCatoctin Creek Custom Rods: https://www.facebook.com/CatoctinCreekCustomRodsJake's bait & Tackle website:                     http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/Tiger Crankbaits on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/tigercrankbaits Jake's bait & Tackle website:                     http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/Fishing the DMV Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Arensbassin/?ref=pages_you_manageFishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link       #fishing #FishingtheDMV #snakeheadfishingSupport the show

The Upper Avenues are well-known for their expensive views, but did you know they're also hunting grounds? Perry Hall, chair of the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Utah Chapter, joins host Ali Vallarta to tell us how hunters, hikers, and dogs can safely coexist in our city's backyard. This episode originally aired on Jan. 3, 2024. Learn more about the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources' hunting mentorship program and about the BHA's Hunting for Sustainability course. This year we're giving $1,500 worth of gift cards to one lucky winner for the chance to enjoy some of the best SLC eats in every month of 2025. Follow the steps on this Instagram post to enter to win a year's worth of City Cast Salt Lake's favorite restaurants. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  ICO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Preston chats with Corey Oakley and Ben Ricks from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC). They are the duo that hosts NCWRC's Better Fishing With 2 Bald Biologists monthly podcast. Corey and Ben discuss their career journeys before diving into the story of the podcast. They also highlight some favorite episodes and provide some tips for any other state agency staff that are considering starting a similar podcast. We hope that you enjoy this episode!   Main point: "Be honest, be kind, and understand that conservation starts with the willingness of people to want to conserve the resource." The 2 Bald Biologists' email address: 2baldbiologists@ncwildlife.org   Get in touch with us! The Fisheries Podcast is on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky: @FisheriesPod  Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music. The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).

On Thursday, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources passed a new deer management plan, which will inform hunting regulations until 2030. One major change approved in the plan involves how the state will manage areas with high numbers of chronic wasting disease, such as the La Sal Mountains and Castle Valley. Targeted hunts will occur in these areas to cull sick deer. - Photo: The new plan also suggests lowering the buck-to-doe ratios is certain areas throughout the state as another method for slowing the spread of chronic wasting disease as male deer are more like to contract it. Photo by Bryant Olsen via Flickr.

Sharks, bears and deer, oh my! Turns out you should beware of Bambi... not Jaws. Deer are the far more dangerous than your typical Apex predator. If you combine shark attacks, bear attacks, venomous snakes... they don't kill as many people as deer. As holiday travel picks up, Dave and Debbie speak with Faith Heaton Jolly, Division of Wildlife Resources about why November is the perfect storm for deer collisions in Utah and tips if you hit a deer.  Matt Howard, Utah Department of Transportation's natural resources manager, speaks to what they're doing to mitigate wildlife on Utah roads.

Possums don't typically live in the Mountain West, but a couple weeks ago, a Moab resident caught one in a skunk trap in his backyard. North America's only marsupial has a high rate of reproduction and can quickly throw native ecosystems out of balance. The Division of Wildlife Resources suggests setting traps if residents see possums near their houses. You can report possum sightings to the DWR at 435-613-3700. //Photo via Flickr

Today Faith joins the show to talk about "Bucket Biology" and the penalties that can come for the action along with the potential devastation to the fishery itself.

How do you pursue homesteading while honoring the wildness of the nature around you? The flowers, animals, and flora that live on the land that you are a guest to all can impact the way you approach your garden. One person who has sought to live off the land while preserving the natural ecosystem of her 2 acre property is Julie Stonefelt. Julie, a full-time park ranger and co-founder of Wild Homestead Living with her husband Kevin, shares her journey into sustainable homesteading. Despite a suburban upbringing, Julie has spent decades crafting a sustainable lifestyle while navigating a full-time online creator job, being a breast cancer survivor, and honoring a dream she first had with her childhood best friend. Her goal is to support others in achieving a self-sufficient life, regardless of their location, while understanding and respecting the wildness around us all. Julia emphasizes respecting nature in homesteading, creating resilient, conflict-free gardens, and forming symbiotic relationships with wildlife. Julie's interview will leave you with a greater appreciation for the beauty of gardening wildly, and in collaboration with nature itself. Topics Discussed · Experiencing Fresh Food · Being a Full Time Park Ranger · Enforcement Rangers vs Interpretive Rangers · Having a Spouse with Type 1 Diabetes · Surviving Breast Cancer · Reviving Old Dreams · Living in Snoqualmie Valley · Gardening with Nature in Mind · The Human-Animal-Nature Connection · Holding Space for Animal's Natural Habitats · Beavers, Bears, and Coyotes · Creating Your Dream Life · Dealing with Envy Towards Others · Do You Need to Grow all Your Own Food to be a Homesteader? · Challenges of Being an Online Creator · Facing Your Grief · Starting Wild Homestead Living · Reaching Harmony with Wildlife · Resources and Courses for Homesteading · Cancer Journey and Its Impact on Julie's Approach to Homesteading Episode Resources: · Listen to The Good Dirt “166. The Human-Animal Connection with Alison Zak, author of "Wild Asana" · Read "Wild Asana: Animals, Yoga, and Connecting Our Practice to the Natural World" by Alison Zak · Hawthorn Farm · Read "Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest" by Suzanne Simard · Read "The New Organic Grower: A Master's Manual of Tools and Techniques for the Home and Market Gardener" by Eliot Coleman Connect with Julie Stonefelt: · Website: https://wildhomesteadliving.com · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildhomesteadliving/ · Courses: https://courses.wildhomesteadliving.com/connect ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

How do you pursue homesteading while honoring the wildness of the nature around you? The flowers, animals, and flora that live on the land can impact the way you approach your garden. Julie Stonefelt, a full-time park ranger and co-founder of Wild Homestead Living with her husband Kevin, has sought to live off the land while preserving the natural ecosystem of her 2 acre property in the state of Washington. Despite a suburban upbringing, Julie has spent decades honoring a dream she first had with her childhood best friend. Julie is also a breast cancer survivor, and shares her compelling story of discovery and resilience on her journey "from cancer to country living." Her goal is to support others in moving in the direction of a more sustainable lifestyle, regardless of their location, while understanding and respecting the wildness around us all. Julia emphasizes respecting nature in homesteading, creating resilient, conflict-free gardens, and forming symbiotic relationships with wildlife. Topics Discussed · Experiencing Fresh Food · Being a Full Time Park Ranger · Enforcement Rangers vs Interpretive Rangers · Having a Spouse with Type 1 Diabetes · Surviving Breast Cancer · Reviving Old Dreams · Living in Snoqualmie Valley · Gardening with Nature in Mind · The Human-Animal-Nature Connection · Holding Space for Animal's Natural Habitats · Beavers, Bears, and Coyotes · Creating Your Dream Life · Dealing with Envy Towards Others · Do You Need to Grow all Your Own Food to be a Homesteader? · Challenges of Being an Online Creator · Facing Your Grief · Starting Wild Homestead Living · Reaching Harmony with Wildlife · Resources and Courses for Homesteading · Cancer Journey and Its Impact on Julie's Approach to Homesteading Episode Resources: · Listen to The Good Dirt “166. The Human-Animal Connection with Alison Zak, author of "Wild Asana" · Read "Wild Asana: Animals, Yoga, and Connecting Our Practice to the Natural World" by Alison Zak · Hawthorn Farm · Read "Finding the Mother Tree: Discovering the Wisdom of the Forest" by Suzanne Simard · Read "The New Organic Grower: A Master's Manual of Tools and Techniques for the Home and Market Gardener" by Eliot Coleman Connect with Julie Stonefelt: · Website: https://wildhomesteadliving.com · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildhomesteadliving/ · Courses: https://courses.wildhomesteadliving.com/connect ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

The fungus that causes a deadly bat disease called white-nose syndrome has made its way to Utah. Last week, Canyonlands National Park announced that the fungus was detected in an abandoned mine in the Needles District. White-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats in North America since it was discovered in 2007. Now, Utah has become the 44th state in the U.S. to test positive for the fungus. - Show Notes - • White-Nose Syndrome Response Team https://www.whitenosesyndrome.org/ • The economic impacts of ecosystem disruptions: Costs from substituting biological pest control https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adg0344 • Canyonlands National Park Announcement https://www.nps.gov/cany/learn/news/news09182024.htm • Bat biologist Kimberly Hersey, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources kimberlyasmus@utah.gov • Photo: A fungal infection causes White-Nose Syndrome in bats across the U.S. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Last year, Utah legalized unlimited, year-round hunting of mountain lions. Some argue that mountain lion numbers need to come down in order to help the state's dwindling deer population, despite no evidence to support this correlation. In fact, wildlife biologist Jim Keen recently published a paper arguing the opposite — that a healthy predator population is necessary to help deer numbers, especially if those deer are suffering from disease. - Show Notes - • Utah just legalized unlimited mountain lion hunting. What does that mean for the state's cougars? https://soundcloud.com/user-452372146-352514478/friday-may-19-2023 • Wildlife advocates sue the state of Utah over changes to mountain lion hunting https://soundcloud.com/user-452372146-352514478/wildlife-advocates-sue-the-state-of-utah-over-changes-to-mountain-lion-hunting-laws • Big cats as nature's check against disease, by Jim Keen https://catsarenttrophies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Natures-Check-Against-Disease-Report-08-21-24.pdf?ms=EM_NBI_AWA_20240827_FR_CWD_0_3MO_WaynePacelle_NA_NA_CWD&emci=1473c15a-9764-ef11-991a-6045bdd9e096&emdi=1490e0f0-ad64-ef11-991a-6045bdd9e096&ceid=11359917 • Photo: Weight loss is a main symptom of chronic wasting disease, as seen in this deer. Photo courtesy of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Dave Dreeves, the Director of the Fisheries Division for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, and the primary topic is bass... We're talking about eating bass, and why doing that could lead to improved fisheries. We'll also hit on a new trophy bass initiative that the department is undertaking, and discuss what's going on in fisheries in general. We appreciate you listening!

Faith Jolley from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources walks us through the proposed changes to current fishing regulations in Utah, as well as a few other rule amendments. Chris and Claire also speak about the bill that bans thick single use plastic bags in California and their effects on marine wildlife.

State wildlife officials have euthanized a mountain lion spotted wandering around Lehi for several few days. Joining me live is Scott Root with the Division of Wildlife Resources. 

Overnight video in the Woods Drive area of Lehi show footage of a mountain lion in Lehi. The animal isn't small and is strutting with confidence through this neighborhood. Lehi City has warned parents to keep a close eye on their children who walk to school.  Faith Jolley with the Division of Wildlife Resources joins D2 to what to do to keep you and your loved ones safe if you encounter a mountain lion.

A bear turned heads... and stole some hearts... this morning. When it was found in a tree in the North Part of Salt Lake City. It was tranquilized... fell out of the tree... and it's been turned loose in the wild. Joining me life is the Scott Root with the Division of Wildlife Resources. 

A conversation with Jonathon Gassett, Ph.D., former Commissioner of Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Southeastern Representative of the Wildlife Management Institute, National Conservation Leadership Institute and Patrick Berry, former Director of Vermont fish and Wildlife Department and CEO of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers “Those who cannot remember history are condemned to repeat it.” Why does the US and Canada have a tradition of public hunting and wildlife conservation based on the public ownership of wildlife? Why don't we hunt elk in fenced enclosures in Wyoming, as many hunt whitetails in Texas? Why are we not like Scotland, where hunters pay to stalk red deer on huge private estates? How about South Africa, where almost all “hunting preserves” are high fenced? Why do we have what we have? Why is it imperiled from all sides right now?  Political attacks on Pittman-Robertson Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration funds from the right, ballot initiatives to ban mountain lion hunting and take away the authority of wildlife biologists from the left. The wholesale dismantling of state fish and game agencies by both left and right. Scorn for the public trust. Hunting and the conservation upon which it is based is under massive fire from all sides, and from a growing apathy and indifference of masses of Americans who don't have access to it, and so don't understand or care about the careful stewardship of wildlife and fisheries that created a miracle of restoration almost 100 years ago. Today's podcast episode is a conversation with experts at a time of crisis.

An international event to highlight the importance of free-flowing rivers for migratory fish will be recognized in Richmond this May. World Fish Migration Day is a celebration of the natural world and the importance of biodiversity. The local event, hosted by the James River Association, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Virginia Outdoors and other local partners, will be held on May 4 at Ancarrow's Landing in Richmond, near Rocketts Landing. It will include a variety of activities for all ages. “World Fish Migration Day is such a unique event, and I am so happy we continue to bring it...Article LinkSupport the Show.

VMNH Executive Director Dr. Joe Keiper and CFO Jonathan Martin have gone afield to search for birds as part of the 2024 Virginia Birding Classic! Tune in to learn more about this event, which is hosted by our friends at the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

On this once in a lifetime episode of Fishing the DMV, I have on the ultimate panel from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources to discuss the condition of Virginia's Tidal Bass Fisheries. Biologists will share insights on population trends of Largemouth Bass across Virginia's Tidal rivers, such as the James, Chickahominy, Pamunkey, Mattaponi, and Rappahannock rivers.Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon down below:      https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcastIf you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Links are below to all the information discussed along with social media platforms for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@VirginiaDWR  Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaDWR?mibextid=LQQJ4d  Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource Instagram:https://instagram.com/virginiawildlife?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource Website: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/ Please Checkout our Patreon SponsorsJake's bait & Tackle website:             http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/Catoctin Creek Custom Rods: https://www.facebook.com/CatoctinCreekCustomRodsTiger Crankbaits on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/tigercrankbaitsFishing the DMV Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Arensbassin/?ref=pages_you_manageFishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link#Bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingSupport the show

  Utah Division of Wildlife Resources conservation officers are seeking information after a bald eagle was shot near Cedar City in February. The injured bald eagle was discovered in Cedar City on Feb. 29. Responding conservation officers discovered that the eagle had been shot through the wing with what appeared to be a rifle. Unfortunately, the injuries were severe, and it was determined that the eagle would not recover, resulting in it needing to be euthanized. Capt. Chad Bettridge, Law Enforcement Officer for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources joins the show to discuss more into what happened and the consequences that can come with harming a bald eagle.

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Zak Danks, Turkey Program Coordinator for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources! Zak is involved in all things related to turkey management and turkey hunting in the state of Kentucky, and he's lending us his knowledge on both as we pick his brain just days before the 2024 general season opens... Thanks for listening!

On tonight's show, Jim and Scott thank Kentucky's sportsmen and outdoor women for their help in defeating Senate Bill 3, legislation that would have been disastrous to their interests by placing the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources under the Department of Agriculture. They also interviewed some boys and girls who enjoy success in Kentucky's youth turkey hunting season.

A fun look at some April Fools digital tricks including one from the Division of Wildlife Resources.

This week, we are discussing putting more animals on the mountain, with bighorn sheep in Montana as the main example. We will also briefly cover the following headlines. In Kentucky, a bill has passed out of Committee and to the Senate that could have significant consequences for the Kentucky Department of Wildlife Resources and, ultimately, the hunters and anglers in the state. The Arizona Game and Fish Commission is meeting today and potentially voting on whether or not to do away with their conservation permits. In Wyoming, the Game and Fish Commission just voted unanimously to pursue establishing protections for a pronghorn migration corridor. In Idaho, an effort has been made to pass a bill that would end the Open Fields Doctrine for conservation officers. This would essentially make it illegal for a game warden to check licenses or harvested animals on private land without a warrant. In Arizona, the Nature Conservancy recently received an 11.5 million dollar grant to purchase conservation easements in the Upper Verde River Watershed and Big Chino Grasslands. Page to look up your Kentucky Legislators https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/findyourlegislator/findyourlegislator.html Kentucky State Senators Contact https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/Legislators/smembers_county.html Idaho Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee https://www.billtrack50.com/committee/3566 Link to “Selfless” Film https://youtu.be/zJa3SeEmTn0?si=s7qFVrIfYz3FQEyB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TSV host Fred Bird is joined again by CSF's Kent Keene, Senior Manager for the Midwest and Western States for this inaugural edition of the standalone TSV Roundup. On this week of March 11th, Fred and Kent kick it off by reviewing Kent's article for the Sportsmen's Voice publication, “NASC Legislators from 41 States Weigh in on Farm Bill Debate” before Fred dives into all the news that is fit to print in the hunting, fishing and trapping world in this short and sharp exploration of the issues. They tackle CSF and other conservation advocates' opposition to the restructuring of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and what that means for sportsmen and women in the Bluegrass State, the recent financial privacy victory for gun owners in Utah during the 2024 legislative session, the all-encompassing federal farm bill debate, the Voluntary Public Access Habitat and City Program, and what to expect from upcoming episodes of the Sportsmen's Voice podcast! Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Jeff Ross, Assistant Director of Fisheries for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. We talk about a newly certified state record fish, the process for documenting a record, fish recruitment, the importance of habitat, and much more!

“For almost 200 years we didn't have this native animal. It was because of volunteers and people like Jackie with Virginia DWR and their combined efforts with Breaks Park who worked together to restore the area that elk have returned. Visitors are amazed at how big and how majestic the animal is. It's like an entire rainbow of emotions - excitement, joy, I've even had people cry.” – Avery Rose, Breaks Interstate ParkThe mountains of Virginia's Appalachian Plateau echo with a sound not heard in over a century - the bugle of bull elk. In this episode, Jackie Rosenberger, Elk Project Leader for the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and Avery Rose, Elk Tour Manager for Breaks Interstate Park, trace the hoofprints of these majestic creatures from their local extinction to the present-day flourishing population that attracts visitors from around the country and beyond. The story of elk restoration is a narrative of resilience and ecological triumph that's etched into the very landscape of the region. Join us for a journey that's not only about the past and present of these magnificent animals, but also about the future they're shaping for Southwest Virginia. Let's Go!Follow VAOA Podcast:Instagram I Facebook I Newsletter Sign Up Shop the Virginia Outdoor Adventures Merch Store!Contribute to My Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge VAOA Podcast is Sponsored by:Virginia Association for ParksBreaks Interstate ParkVirginia State Parks Advertisers:Visit Pulaski CountyVisit Giles Visit Wild Buchanan Breaks Interstate Park Mentioned in this Episode:Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Elk ViewingVirginia DWR Instagram I FacebookDWR Elk CamBreaks Interstate Park 276-865-4413 Breaks Park Instagram I FacebookBreaks Park Elk Bus Tour ReservationsSouthern Gap Elk Fest Oct 24 - 26Support the show

Tonight, Jim and his guests call for action to oppose Senate Bill 3 which would strip the KY Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources of its independence and sweep it under the control of the KY Department of Agriculture. To voice your concerns, contact your State Senator and State Representative at 1-800-372-7181. You can also voice your opposition to this bill by contacting KY Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell at 1-800-327-6568.

3 Bald Eagle Viewing events are set for February!  The first 2 happening THIS weekend.

Click to listen to episode (4:59). Sections below are the following:Transcript of AudioAudio Notes and AcknowledgmentsImagesExtra Information about the Virginia General AssemblySourcesRelated Water Radio EpisodesFor Virginia Teachers (Relevant SOLs, etc.)Unless otherwise noted, all Web addresses mentioned were functional as of 1-5-24. TRANSCRIPT OF AUDIO From the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, this is Virginia Water Radio for the weeks of January 8 and January 15, 2024. MUSIC – ~12 sec – instrumental. That excerpt of “Dance of the Aisle,” by No Strings Attached, opens our annual preview of the Virginia General Assembly.  On January 10, 100 members of the House of Delegates and 40 members of the Senate will gather in Richmond for their 2024 session, during which they'll renew what you might call the “dance” of working across the symbolic “aisle” between political parties.  The steps this year will be performed by a noticeably different group of people, because the 2023 elections resulted in significant changes in the age and years of service of the Assembly's membership.  Have a listen to the music for about 25 more seconds, and see if you know how the following pairs of numbers describe those membership changes:34 and 17;74 and 40;9 and 21;and, last, 52 and 34; MUSIC – ~24 sec – instrumental. If you knew some or all of these, you're a General Assembly genius! The 2024 General Assembly will have 34 new delegates and 17 new senators.Seventy-four members have served four years or less, compared to 40 such members in 2023.Nine members have served 20 years or more, compared to 21 such members in 2023.And 52 members will be age 45 or younger, compared to 34 such members in 2023. [Information not in audio: that the numbers for 2024, taken from the Virginia Public Access Project's Web site on January 4, 2024, do not include one House member and one Senate member who were to be chosen in special elections on January 9, 2024.] The General Assembly convenes each year on the second Wednesday in January.  So-called “long sessions” of 60 days are held in even-numbered years, while 30-to-45-day “short sessions” are held in odd-numbered years.  A new biennial budget is proposed in each even-numbered year, while amendments to the current budget may be considered every year. Besides the budget, the General Assembly typically considers two-to-three thousand bills and resolutions.  Usually about 150 to 200 of those measures relate to water resources, either directly through impacts on aquatic environments, water supplies, or other water uses, or indirectly through impacts on energy and land uses that, in turn, affect water.  The budget also affects water, especially through funding of natural resource-related departments, such as Conservation and Recreation, Environmental Quality, Wildlife Resources, and the Marine Resources Commission. Action on General Assembly measures involves sub-committees, full committees, and floor debate.  Passed bills go to the governor for approval, veto, or proposed changes, and bills with a governor's veto or proposed changes return to the Assembly for further consideration during a “reconvened session,” scheduled for April.   All along the way, citizens, interest groups, and other stakeholders vie to have a say.  You can join in by following the Assembly's work and by communicating with your local delegate or senator about issues of concern.  Tools to help you do so are available online at virginiageneralassembly.gov. Thanks to Randy Marchany for permission to use this week's music, and we close with about 15 more seconds of “Dance of the Aisle.” MUSIC – ~16 sec – instrumental. SHIP'S BELL Virginia Water Radio is produced by the Virginia Water Resources Research Center, part of Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment.  For more Virginia water sounds, music, or information, visit us online at virginiawaterradio.org, or call the Water Center at (540) 231-5624.  Thanks to Stewart Scales for his banjo version of “Cripple Creek” to open and close this episode.  In Blacksburg, I'm Alan Raflo, thanking you for listening, and wishing you health, wisdom, and good water. AUDIO NOTES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS “Dance of the Aisle,” on the 1999 album “In the Vinyl Tradition Volume 2,” is copyright by No Strings Attached and Enessay Music, used with permission.  More information about No Strings Attached—a long-time Blacksburg- and Roanoke-based band which is no longer performing—is available online at http://www.enessay.com/index.html. Click here if you'd like to hear the full version (1 min./11 sec.) of the “Cripple Creek” arrangement/performance by Stewart Scales that opens and closes this episode.  More information about Mr. Scales and the group New Standard, with which Mr. Scales plays, is available online at http://newstandardbluegrass.com. IMAGESThe Virginia State Capitol Building in Richmond.  Image from the Virginia General Assembly, “Capitol Classroom,” accessed online at https://capclass.virginiageneralassembly.gov/High/AbouttheCapitol/CapitolHigh.html, 1/8/24.Screen shot of the Virginia Legislative Information System's online site for following legislation in the 2024 Virginia General Assembly, accessed at https://lis.virginia.gov/lis.htm, 1/8/24. EXTRA INFORMATION ABOUT THE VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY The General Assembly's main Web page, http://virginiageneralassembly.gov/index.php, offers several useful features, including member lists, session calendars, live video of floor sessions, and information on legislative processes.  The Legislative Information System (LIS) Web site, http://lis.virginia.gov/lis.htm, provides lists and summaries of all bills, searchable by topic, member, committee, etc.   For budget information specifically, see https://budget.lis.virginia.gov/. Video streams of sessions and meetings for both the House of Delegates and the Senate, including committees, are available online at https://virginiageneralassembly.gov/membersAndSession.php?secid=1&activesec=0#!hb=1&mainContentTabs=0. Committees are key parts of the General Assembly process.  Legislation about water or about activities that can affect water may be assigned to any of several standing committees, most of which meet weekly during the General Assembly session.  Two committees that receive many (but not all) of the water-related bills are the House Agriculture, Chesapeake and Natural Resources Committee and the Senate Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources Committee.  Information about all standing committees as of the 2024 session—including membership, meeting times, and legislation being considered—is available online at https://lis.virginia.gov/241/com/COM.HTM. To express an opinion on legislation, citizens are advised to contact their respective delegate of senator.  If you do not know your representatives or their contact information, you can use the online “Who's My Legislator” service, available at http://whosmy.virginiageneralassembly.gov/.  You can also find members' contact information at these links: House of Delegates, at http://virginiageneralassembly.gov/house/members/members.php; State Senate, at https://apps.senate.virginia.gov/Senator/. The Lobbyist-In-A-Box subscriber service also offers free tracking for up to five bills, and it offers tracking of more than five bills for a fee; visit http://lis.virginia.gov/h015.htm.  For more information or assistance, phone Legislative Automated Systems at (804) 786-9631 or Virginia Interactive at (804) 318-4133. The organization Open Virginia's Richmond Sunlight Web site, at https://www.richmondsunlight.com/, also offers tools for following the General Assembly and for learning about Virginia law. SOURCES USED FOR AUDIO AND OFFERING MORE INFORMATION Ballotpedia, “Virginia General Assembly,” online at https://ballotpedia.org/Virginia_General_Assembly. Andrew Cain, “Meet the 17 new state senators,” Richmond Times-Dispatch, November 24. 2023. David McGee, “'Road to Richmond”: Predictions vary on upcoming General Assembly session,” Bristol Herald-Courier, January 4, 2024. The Modern Republic, “Reach Across the Aisle,” online at https://www.modernrepublic.org/reach-across-the-aisle. Virginia Department of Elections, “January 9, 2024 General Assembly  Special Elections,” online at https://www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/candidate-list/january-9-2024-general-assembly-special-elections/, accessed 1-4-24. Virginia General Assembly, online at https://virginiageneralassembly.gov/index.php.  See particularly the following specific pages (all hyperlinked): About the General Assembly; Citizen Involvement; Legislative Terms. Virginia Public Access Project, online at https://www.vpap.org/, 1-4-24.  The main menu has a tab for “Legislators/Demographics,” online at https://www.vpap.org/general-assembly/legislators/, and there one can use a drop-down function to look for political party, gender, race, age, etc., and compare to previous sessions. Virginia Legislative Information System, online at https://lis.virginia.gov/.Virginia Water Resources Research Center, “Virginia Water Legislation,” online at https://www.vwrrc.vt.edu/virginia-water-legislation/.  This site provides access to inventories of water-related bills in the Virginia General Assembly from 1998 through 2023. RELATED VIRGINIA WATER RADIO EPISODES All Water Radio episodes are listed by category at the Index link above (http://www.virginiawaterradio.org/p/index.html).  See particularly the “Community/Organizations” subject category. Following are links to other episodes on the Virginia General Assembly. Episode 143, 1-7-13 – “Music for the Past and Present of the Virginia General Assembly” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 147, 2-4-13 – “Committees Guide the Flow of Bills in the Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 196, 1-13-14 – “The Virginia General Assembly on its 396th Opening Day, January 8, 2014” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 247, 1-5-15 – “January Means State Budget Time in the Virginia General Assembly” (annual General Assembly introduction, with a special focus on the state budget). Episode 252, 2-9-15 – “Voting on Water in the 2015 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 297, 1-4-16 – “Water's on the Agenda—along with a Whole Lot Else—When the Virginia General Assembly Convenes” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 302, 2-8-16 – “Voting on Water in the 2016 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 350, 1-9-17 – “Old English Music Helps Preview the Old Dominion's 2017 General Assembly” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 353, 1-30-17 – “Voting on Water in the 2017 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 359, 3-13-17 – “Subcommittees are Where Many Proposed Virginia Laws Start to Float or Sink.” Episode 402, 1-8-18 – “The Virginia Legislature Begins Its 400th Year in 2018” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 405, 1-29-18 – “Voting on Water in the 2018 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 410, 3-5-18 – “Virginia Electricity Regulation and Water” (on legislation in the 2018 session on electricity regulation). Episode 454, 1-7-19 – “The Virginia General Assembly, from Jamestown in 1619 to Richmond in 2019” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 460, 2-18-19 – “Voting on Water in the 2018 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 506, 1-6-20 – “Action on Budget, Bills, and Other Business Commences January 8 for the 2020 Virginia General Assembly” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 510, 2-3-20 – “Voting on Water in the 2020 Virginia General Assembly.” Episode 522, 4-27-20 – “Virginia Enacts a New Energy Era” (on legislation in the 2020 session on electricity generation, carbon emissions, and recurrent flooding). Episode 558, 1-4-21 – “January 13 is Opening Day for the 2021 Virginia General Assembly” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 562, 2-1-21 – “Voting on Water in the 2021 Virginia General Assembly.”Episode 611, 1-10-22 – “The Second Wednesday in January Means the Virginia General Assembly Convenes” (annual General Assembly introduction). Episode 614, 1-31-22 – “Voting on Water in the 2022 Virginia General Assembly.”Episode 646, 1-9-23 – “”Near Richmond's James River Falls, Each Second Wednesday in January Calls the Virginia General Assembly to Order” (annual General Assembly introduction).Episode 647, 1-23-23 – “Virginia's State Budget and Money for Water.”Episode 648, 2-6-23: “Voting on Water in the 2023 Virginia General Assembly.” FOR VIRGINIA TEACHERS – RELATED STANDARDS OF LEARNING (SOLs) AND OTHER INFORMATION Following are some Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) that may be supported by this episode's audio/transcript, sources, or other information included in this post. 2020 Music SOLs SOLs at various grade levels that call for “examining the relationship of music to the other fine arts and other fields of knowledge.” 2018 Science SOLs Grades K-5 – Earth Resources 3.8 – Na

Salt Lake City's Avenues neighborhood is home to some of the best trails in town. But did you know it's a popular spot to hunt wild game, too? Perry Hall, chair of the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Utah Chapter, joins host Ali Vallarta to explain how hunters and hikers (and their dogs) can safely coexist in the foothills. Learn more about the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources' hunting mentorship program. Learn more about the BHA Hunting for Sustainability course. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Goat Head startup restaurant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Click to listen to episode (5:44). Sections below are the following:Transcript of AudioAudio Notes and AcknowledgmentsImagesSourcesRelated Water Radio EpisodesFor Virginia Teachers (Relevant SOLs, etc.)Unless otherwise noted, all Web addresses mentioned were functional as of 12-26-23. TRANSCRIPT OF AUDIO From the Cumberland Gap to the Atlantic Ocean, this is Virginia Water Radio for the weeks of December 25, 2023, and January 1, 2024. MUSIC – ~13 sec – instrumental. That's part of “The Foggy Dew” by Timothy Seaman.  It's one of the songs heard on Virginia Water Radio in 2023, and it opens our annual episode where we listen back to some of the previous year's sounds and music.  We start with a medley of mystery sounds.  Have a listen for about 40 seconds, and see how many you recognize. SOUNDS - ~39 sec. 1.  Eastern Narrrow-mouthed Toad.2.  Humpback Whale.3.  Hooded Merganser.4.  Cascades waterfall.5.  Gray Tree Frogs, an Eastern Screech Owl, Eastern Wood-Pewee, and Wood Thrush. If you knew all of most of those, you're a 2023 authentic aquatic ace! You heard, first, an Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad; second; a Humpback Whale; third, a Hooded Merganser; fourth, the Cascades Falls in Giles County, Virginia; and, last, the sounds of Gray Tree Frogs, an Eastern Screech Owl, an Eastern Wood-Pewee, and a Wood Thrush, all recorded at a pond in Blacksburg, Va., at sundown on July 27, 2023. Thanks to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and to Lang Elliott for permission to use this week's sounds, from the 2008 CD, “The Calls of Virginia Frogs and Toads”; to the National Park Service for the Humpback Whale Sound; and to Lang Elliott for permission to use the Hooded Merganser sound, from the Stokes Field Guide to Bird Songs. We close out 2023 with a 1 minute/45 second sample of music heard this year, with parts of “I Walk in Beauty,” by the late Madeline MacNeil; “Driftage,” by Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand; “Frog Level Yacht Club,” by Trevor McKenzie; “Backburner,” by the group The Faux Paws; and, last, “World's Too Big,” by Kat Mills, whose lyrics help us look toward the coming year.  Thanks to all the musicians who gave permission to use their music, and thanks to Janita Baker for permission to use Madeline MacNeil's music. So long to 2023, and here's hoping for a 2024 the brings to your ears, good sounds; to your heart, good music; and to your health, good water. MUSIC – ~1 min./43 sec. 1.  From “I Walk in Beauty” – lyrics: “Beauty is behind me, above and below me.” 2. From “Driftage” – instrumental. 3.  From “Frog Level Yacht Club” – lyrics: “I know it's fantasy and my plays tricks on my memory, but that's how I recall the Frog Level Yacht Club.” 4.  From “Backburner” – lyrics: “I put my heart in the freezer, I put my love on ice, I tell myself I don't need her, wouldn't that be nice?  I put  my heart in the freezer, I put my love on hold, I tell myself I don't need her, and then I wonder why I feel so cold.  I wonder why I feel, I wonder why I feel, I wonder why I feel so cold.” 5.  From “World's Too Big” – lyrics: “World's too big to see in one lifetime; what do you think you'll do this year in the world, world, world, in the world?” SHIP'S BELL Virginia Water Radio is produced by the Virginia Water Resources Research Center, part of Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment.  For more Virginia water sounds, music, or information, visit us online at virginiawaterradio.org, or call the Water Center at (540) 231-5624.  Thanks to Ben Cosgrove for his version of “Shenandoah” to open and close this episode.  In Blacksburg, I'm Alan Raflo, thanking you for listening, and wishing you health, wisdom, and good water. AUDIO NOTES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Click here if you'd like to hear the full version (2 min./22 sec.) of the “Shenandoah” arrangement/performance by Ben Cosgrove that opens and closes this episode.  More information about Mr. Cosgrove is available online at http://www.bencosgrove.com. Sounds Used and Their Previous 2023 Virginia Water Radio Episodes  (listed in the order heard in this episode's audio). The sounds of the Eastern Narrrow-mouthed Toad was from “The Calls of Virginia Frogs and Toads” CD, copyright 2008 by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (now the Department of Wildlife Resources) and Lang Elliott/NatureSoundStudio, used with permission.   The CD accompanies A Guide to the Frogs and Toads of Virginia, Special Publication Number 3, Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries; that publication is no longer available at Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources online store, https://www.shopdwr.com/.  For more information, contact the Department at P.O. Box 90778, Henrico, VA 23228-0778; phone: (804) 367-1000 (VTDD); main Web page is https://dwr.virginia.gov/; to send e-mail, visit https://dwr.virginia.gov/contact/.  Lang Elliott's work is available online at the “Music of Nature” Web site, http://www.musicofnature.org/.  This sound was used in Episode 649, 2-20-23, a medley of frog and toad calls. The Humpback Whale sound was from the National Park Service ‘Sound Gallery,” online at https://www.nps.gov/subjects/sound/sounds-humpback-whale.htm, as of 12-22-23.  This sound was used in Episode 651, 3-20-23, on ocean and  marine biodiversity. The Hooded Merganser sound was from the Stokes Field Guide to Bird Songs-Eastern Region CD set, by Lang Elliott with Donald and Lillian Stokes (Time Warner Audio Books, copyright 1997), used with permission of Lang Elliott.  Lang Elliot's work is available online at the “Music of Nature” Web site, http://www.musicofnature.org/.  This sound was used in Episode 670, 12-11-23, a duck names quiz. 4.  The waterfall sound was recorded by Virginia Water Radio at the Cascades waterfall in Giles County, Va., on September 28, 2023.  This sound was used in Episode 666, 10-16-23, on waterfalls in Virginia. 5.  The sounds of Gray Tree Frogs, an Eastern Screech Owl, and an Eastern Wood-Pewee, with the less prominent sounds of a Wood Thrush, were recorded by Virginia Water Radio at a pond in Blacksburg, Va., at about 8:30 p.m. on July 27, 2023.  These sounds were used in Episode 661, 8-7-23, on the sounds between dawn and dusk on a summer day at a Virginia pond. Musical Selections Used and Their Previous 2023 Virginia Water Radio Episodes (listed in the order heard in this episode's audio)

Matt talks with Hunt Quietly contributor, Matt Feinhauer and with Bryan Christensen of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources about the state's Hunter Access program.

Governor Glenn Youngkin will propose $50 million dollars in the state budget for the city of Richmond's Combined Sewer Overflow projects – city leaders say that's not enough; The United Network of Organ Sharing says a recent data breach may impact up to 1 point 2 million patient records; The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources has named a suspect in its investigation into the death of a well-known Richmond buck.

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by Gabe Jenkins, Deputy Commissioner for KDFWR and Kentucky's CWD Response Lead. Gabe has been involved in the management and conservation of whitetail deer and elk in the state for years, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to these topics. Last week the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources was informed of a positive case of CWD that came from a hunter-harvested free-ranging whitetail deer that was harvested in Ballard County. This is the first positive case of CWD that has been confirmed in Kentucky. So, in a nutshell, Gabe is here to walk us through what CWD is, where we go from here, and what this means for deer hunters in the state.

Before joining goHUNT, Trail began his professional career as a wildlife biologist doing biological surveys and clearances across the west prior to oil, gas and mining development. He then moved into a position with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources where he worked as the Assistant Habitat Manager in the southern region for eight years. During his time with the Division, he worked throughout southern Utah conducting wildlife surveys, assessing big game habitat conditions, and implementing landscape scale habitat restoration projects. The improving range conditions and subsequent growing herds throughout the southern portion of the state are a testament to the hard work that he and others like him have completed over the past fourteen years.  Having grown up in rural southern Utah, the outdoors and hunting has been a major part of his life from a very early age. In his own words, “ I love everything about hunting, the research, planning, preparation, gear,  adventure, peace, and challenge it provides. There is nothing like it, it's all consuming for me”. Trail has hunted multiple states throughout the west and continues to apply and research any opportunity to explore and hunt more every year. He has a beautiful supportive wife and three boys who can't wait for their turn to hunt and harvest their first buck. He is eager to share his knowledge and assist you in chasing your own hunting goals and dreams. Use Code "dave20" at www.mtntough.com/dave for 20% off your membership Use code “altitude” at http://www.outdoorclass.com for 20% off Use code “altitude” at http://www.gohunt.com for a discount on becoming a member Use code “ALTITUDE” at http://www.peaxequipment.com for 10% off Use code “ALTITUDE” at https://sthealthyhunter.com/ for free Shipping & 10% off all CBD & Gear, and 5% off Non-CBD Products  

On this episode of Fishing the DMV we talk about the Smallmouth Fish Hatchery Program out of Front Royal Virginia with Jason Hallacher of Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. In 2020, the Front Royal Fish Hatchery took a pause for renovations, undergoing significant upgrades. These included building two modern hatchery structures with state-of-the-art temperature-controlled hatching equipment, setting up an advanced filtration system at the Passage Creek intake, and reinforcing the linings of four ponds. These changes were intended to optimize the entire process of hatching, nurturing, and harvesting fish. In May 2023, the hatchery reopened, specifically focusing on boosting the populations of smallmouth bass in the South and Shenandoah River systems. Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  Department of wildlife resources: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/fish-stocking/state-hatcheries/front-royal-fish-cultural-station/  Shenandoah River Keepers: https://www.potomacriverkeepernetwork.org/shenandoah-river/  Jake's bait & Tackle website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Places you can listen to Fishing the DMV audio version: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1893009 Fishing the DMV YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/n3c-CFvmpFg Fishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link    #fishing #fishingtheDMV #ShenandoahRiver 

On Today's Rokcast episode, Robby joins Dustin “The King of Energy Drinks” Wittwer of the Finding Backcountry podcast. Dustin is passionate about helping mule deer and is willing to consider all sides of the issues.  Although they don't always agree, they each learn from these discussions and are better stewards of our mule deer resource. Today, they're discussing the changes that the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is proposing for equipment restrictions, creating mule deer study units, and more. Utah is on the forefront of trying to bring a balance to the wants of the mule deer hunting public, from the family who's happy with any deer on the game pole to the most selective big buck hunters. It can be a difficult and complicated process but everyone who is interested in helping mule deer should participate. The public, both Utah residents and non-residents, can comment on these proposals on the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website on the public comments webpage here https://wildlife.utah.gov/feedback.html You can address your comments to any of the 5 Utah Regions or directly to the Utah Wildlife board. So be a good deer hunter by keeping an open mind, listening to today's episode, and giving Utah your feedback before the Utah Wildlife Board votes on the proposals on Tuesday November 28th. Rokcast is powered by onX Hunt. For 20% off, use Promo Code “Rokcast” at onX Hunt here https://www.onxmaps.com/hunt/app ] You can find Robby's books, Hunting Big Mule Deer and The Stories on Amazon here or signed copies from the Rokslide store here    

The Forest Service is drafting a new plan for the Manti-La Sal National Forest. One local conservation group proposed alternatives to the plan earlier in the process that would reduce the amount of grazing and mining, and encourage the Forest Service to remove the herd of non-native mountain goats in the La Sals. These alternatives were rejected even though comparable alternatives have been adopted by other National Forest plans recently. The public comment period for the plan ends November 16. We also hear from KSJD about discrepancies in how much federal aid Indigenous people receive as compensation for mining-related black lung disease. Photo: A herd of non-native mountain goats were transplanted to the La Sal mountains over 10 years ago by the Division of Wildlife Resources for hunting. This photo of mountain goats in the Tushar Mountains in Utah was taken by Bryant Olsen via Flickr. Show Notes: //Submit comments on the Manti-La Sal National Forest Plan here: https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public/CommentInput?Project=50121

On this episode of the Kentucky Afield Podcast we're joined by the commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Rich Storm! We'll find out who the commissioner is, look back on his tenure to this point, and look ahead to the future... Enjoy!

In this episode, DWR Videographer Phil Tuttle shares some tips for anyone wanting to get into wildlife photography, including places to see different wildlife species in Utah, gear recommendations and the best times of day to photograph. He also talks about some wild experiences he's had during his videography career, which has taken him around the world. (Note: The travel mentioned in this episode is part of Phil's freelance videographer work. He only captures footage of fish and wildlife in Utah for his job with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.)