Podcasts about The Wildlife Society

In this episode, I sit down with Tom Opre — filmmaker, storyteller, and founder of the ⁠Shepherds of Wildlife Society⁠, a nonprofit dedicated to reconnecting people and wildlife through powerful documentary films.Tom has spent his career behind the camera, capturing stories of rural areas and the people who call them home. Over the years, he's witnessed a growing disconnect between rural communities and urban audiences when it comes to conservation. His belief is simple but bold: protecting land and wildlife isn't just about “rewilding” — it's about humans actively managing resources and preserving centuries-old livelihoods so future generations can thrive.A Different Kind of StorytellingThrough the Shepherds of Wildlife Society, Tom is on a mission to tell those stories and spark honest conversations about what conservation really means.To bring this vision to life, Tom has directed three amazing, critically-acclaimed documentaries:⁠Killing the Shepherd⁠An award-winning film following a small African village led by a woman chief fighting back against poaching and poverty. Screened at global festivals and even the U.S. Capitol, the film has sparked real conversations about conservation and social justice.⁠The Last Keeper⁠Set in the Scottish Highlands, this documentary dives into how modern government policies are displacing long-standing rural communities and threatening the Scottish landscape.⁠The Real Yellowstone⁠Tom's newest project tells the story of the American West's ranchers, outfitters, and conservationists caught at the crossroads of tradition and modern land pressures. It's the raw, real-life version of what Taylor Sheridan dramatized in Yellowstone — as Tom says, “this is real life.”Here's the exciting part: The Real Yellowstone is hosting an ⁠exclusive digital streaming event⁠. This event will vanish after September 15th. No replays. No second chance. Don't miss the chance to see it!Tom and I went so deep in our conversation that this is a two-part special:Part 1 (last episode): We explore Killing the Shepherd and The Last Keeper — covering everything from rural Africa's fight for survival to Scotland's historic tensions between landowners and city dwellers.Part 2 (this episode): We dive into The Real Yellowstone and talk about the sacrifices of progress, the rancher's way of life, and why these stories matter for the future of both land and wildlife.If you love filmmaking, history, conservation, or just real-world stories with real stakes — you'll want to hear this one.

Hirschkuh 255 war ein Social-Media-Star: Ihre unglaublich langen Wanderungen durch die USA haben viele Menschen online verfolgt. Ein Großteil ihres Lebens spielt sich verborgen in dichten Bergwäldern ab. Doch mit einem Senderhalsband dokumentieren Forscher ihre Wanderrouten und können es kaum glauben: 400 km zwischen Winter- und Sommerquartier legt sie zurück, jedes Jahr zweimal. Und das zwischen all den Gefahren des Wildtierlebens: Schneestürme und eisige Kälte, Pumas, die auflauern, Zäune, in denen wandernde Wildtiere steckenbleiben. Dieser Podcast erzählt das abenteuerliche Leben von Hirschkuh 255. Unsere Gesprächspartner: Prof. Matt Kauffman, U.S. Geological Survey https://www.usgs.gov/staff-profiles/matthew-kauffman Luke Wilde, University of Wyoming, Greg Nickersen, University of Wyoming https://www.uwyo.edu/zoology/people/research-staff.html Dr. Anna Ortega, Vice President at The Wildlife Society https://wildlife.org/cmp/, Albert Mason, Native American, Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative https://windriverbuffalo.org/connect/team/ Zum Weiterhören - Alle Folgen "Namenlose Helden": Namenlose Helden (1) - Storch Hansi auf Irrwegen Die Geschichte von Storch Hansi, der als Jungtier den Anschluss an den Vogelzug verpasst, erzählt Jenny von Sperber hier: https://www.ardaudiothek.de/episode/urn:ard:episode:4f22603952486b85/. Geschichten von besonderen Begegnungen zwischen Tier und Mensch und wie sie ein Leben verändern können, findet ihr bei "WirTier" im Feed von Radiowissen in der ARD Audiothek: https://1.ard.de/wir-tier Zum Weiterschauen: Das passiert, wenn Maultierhirsche auf ihrer Wanderung an einen Zaun kommen https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=283487153303290 Und hier findet ihr weitere Filme und Bilder zum Forschungsprojekt https://migrationinitiative.org. Wir freuen uns, von Euch zu hören: WhatsApp https://wa.me/491746744240 oder iq@br.de Falls Euch der IQ-Podcast gefällt, freuen wir uns über eine gute Bewertung, einen freundlichen Kommentar und ein Abo. Und wenn Ihr unseren Podcast unterstützen wollt, empfehlt uns gerne weiter! IQ verpasst? Hier könnt ihr die letzten Folgen hören: https://1.ard.de/IQWissenschaft

This week I'm sitting down with Tom Opre — filmmaker, storyteller, and founder of the Shepherds of Wildlife Society, a nonprofit dedicated to reconnecting people and wildlife through powerful documentary films.Tom has spent his career behind the camera, capturing stories of rural areas and the people who call them home. Over the years, he's witnessed a growing disconnect between rural communities and urban audiences when it comes to conservation. His belief is simple but bold: protecting land and wildlife isn't just about “rewilding” — it's about humans actively managing resources and preserving centuries-old livelihoods so future generations can thrive.A Different Kind of StorytellingThrough the Shepherds of Wildlife Society, Tom is on a mission to tell those stories and spark honest conversations about what conservation really means.To bring this vision to life, Tom has directed three amazing, critically-acclaimed documentaries:Killing the ShepherdAn award-winning film following a small African village led by a woman chief fighting back against poaching and poverty. Screened at global festivals and even the U.S. Capitol, the film has sparked real conversations about conservation and social justice.The Last KeeperSet in the Scottish Highlands, this documentary dives into how modern government policies are displacing long-standing rural communities and threatening the Scottish landscape.The Real YellowstoneTom's newest project tells the story of the American West's ranchers, outfitters, and conservationists caught at the crossroads of tradition and modern land pressures. It's the raw, real-life version of what Taylor Sheridan dramatized in Yellowstone — as Tom says, “this is real life.”Here's the exciting part: The Real Yellowstone is hosting an exclusive digital streaming event. This event will vanish after September 15th. No replays. No second chance. Don't miss the chance to see it!Tom and I went so deep in our conversation that this is a two-part special:Part 1 (out today): We explore Killing the Shepherd and The Last Keeper — covering everything from rural Africa's fight for survival to Scotland's historic tensions between landowners and city dwellers.Part 2 (coming next): We dive into The Real Yellowstone and talk about the sacrifices of progress, the rancher's way of life, and why these stories matter for the future of both land and wildlife.If you love filmmaking, history, conservation, or just real-world stories with real stakes — you'll want to hear this one.

Nokukhanya Mtambo speaks with John Wesson, from the Wildlife Society of South Africa (WESSA), unpacking how the Hartbeespoort Dam is choked by pollution, invasive plants, and raw sewage, raising urgent questions about failing infrastructure and water quality in the region. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are in a cultural war—and it's being fought in our music, our ministries, and even our wildlife. On this episode, Shemane sits down with truth-tellers who refuse to bow down to political correctness, weak faith, or failed policies. From chart-topping anthems to bold ministry calls and global conservation—this week is all about courage in action. [00:39] What Would Charlie Daniels Do?Shemane is joined by her husband Ted Nugent and country star Ira Dean to celebrate their hit single What Would Charlie Daniels Do? Ira shares the real-life road rage moment that sparked the song, how Charlie Daniels once prayed him toward sobriety, and why Ted was the natural fit for the track. Ted recalls Charlie's uncompromising stance for God, family, and country, and together they explain why the song struck such a nerve—shooting to #1 across genres and racking up millions of views. [24:36] Leaving Comfort to Answer the CallFormer police officer and veteran Shane Winnings tells how a radical encounter with God led him to leave a stable career and step into full-time ministry. He unpacks the reality of spiritual warfare, why so many pastors avoid teaching discernment, and how every believer can recognize the battles happening around them. From praying with President Trump to launching Promise Keepers' men's movement, Shane challenges Christians to leave comfort behind and live boldly for Christ in America's mission field. [37:06] Hunters, Conservation & Human DignityAward-winning filmmaker Tom Opre, founder of Shepherds of Wildlife Society, explains why hunters are some of the world's fiercest conservationists. He details how license fees and excise taxes fund wildlife science, why rural voices matter in policy, and the dangers of well-meaning but destructive bans. From Montana grizzly country to Zambia's subsistence farms, Tom shares powerful stories—including the heartbreaking reality of child brides in Africa when wildlife loses its value. His mission: protect creation, uphold human dignity, and steward God's resources wisely. Resources:    Ted Nugent –  Watch Ted Nugent's Spirit Campfire    Purchase Official Ted Nugent Products For sign guitars contact toby@tednugent.com Watch Ted Nugent Spirit of the Wild  Watch The Nightly Nuge Join Hunter Nation Join Gun Owners of America    Ted's Social Media:  Instagram: @tednugentofficial Facebook: @Ted Nugent   Ira Dean – Instagram: @iradeanbass Listen to WWCD   Shane Winnings – Website: promisekeepers.org Instagram: @shane.winnings   Tom Opre –  Instagram: @tomopreofficial | @shepherdsofwildlife Website: shepherdsofwildlife.org   Sponsors   Get true American made products at  switchtoamericawithshemane.com   Protect yourself with EMP Shield  Use the promo code “SHEMANE”    Activate stem cells & reset your body's clock  at lifewave.com/shemane Please send product inquiries to: shemane.lifewave@gmail.com   Watch Faith & Freedom every Sunday,  10am est on America'sVoice.News   Organic natural products to help your family thrive with  Rowe Casa Organics & use promo code “FAITH”   Purchase “My Pillow” at  mypillow.com or call 800-933-6972 Use promo code “FAITH”   Use promo code “FREEDOM” to receive  20% off your first order at Field of Greens   Join Shemane's new programs Fit & Fabulous Start Pack Faith Fuel: 21 Day Devotion    Check out Shemane's books:  Purchase Shemane's New Book: ‘Abundantly Well' Shemane's new #1 Bestseller ‘Killer House' "4 Minutes to Happy" Kill It and Grill It Cookbook   Connect with Shemane: Send your questions, suggestions, hunting photos & funny pet videos to shemane.chat@gmail.com    Watch Killer House Documentary: KillerHouse.org Get Wildly Well at shemanenugent.rocks Shemane's Social Media: Instagram: @shemanenugent Youtube: /shemane Truth Social @Shemane Facebook: @shemane.nugent

We are in a cultural war—and it's being fought in our music, our ministries, and even our wildlife. On this episode, Shemane sits down with truth-tellers who refuse to bow down to political correctness, weak faith, or failed policies. From chart-topping anthems to bold ministry calls and global conservation—this week is all about courage in action. [00:39] What Would Charlie Daniels Do?Shemane is joined by her husband Ted Nugent and country star Ira Dean to celebrate their hit single What Would Charlie Daniels Do? Ira shares the real-life road rage moment that sparked the song, how Charlie Daniels once prayed him toward sobriety, and why Ted was the natural fit for the track. Ted recalls Charlie's uncompromising stance for God, family, and country, and together they explain why the song struck such a nerve—shooting to #1 across genres and racking up millions of views. [24:36] Leaving Comfort to Answer the CallFormer police officer and veteran Shane Winnings tells how a radical encounter with God led him to leave a stable career and step into full-time ministry. He unpacks the reality of spiritual warfare, why so many pastors avoid teaching discernment, and how every believer can recognize the battles happening around them. From praying with President Trump to launching Promise Keepers' men's movement, Shane challenges Christians to leave comfort behind and live boldly for Christ in America's mission field. [37:06] Hunters, Conservation & Human DignityAward-winning filmmaker Tom Opre, founder of Shepherds of Wildlife Society, explains why hunters are some of the world's fiercest conservationists. He details how license fees and excise taxes fund wildlife science, why rural voices matter in policy, and the dangers of well-meaning but destructive bans. From Montana grizzly country to Zambia's subsistence farms, Tom shares powerful stories—including the heartbreaking reality of child brides in Africa when wildlife loses its value. His mission: protect creation, uphold human dignity, and steward God's resources wisely. Resources:    Ted Nugent –  Watch Ted Nugent's Spirit Campfire    Purchase Official Ted Nugent Products For sign guitars contact toby@tednugent.com Watch Ted Nugent Spirit of the Wild  Watch The Nightly Nuge Join Hunter Nation Join Gun Owners of America    Ted's Social Media:  Instagram: @tednugentofficial Facebook: @Ted Nugent   Ira Dean – Instagram: @iradeanbass Listen to WWCD   Shane Winnings – Website: promisekeepers.org Instagram: @shane.winnings   Tom Opre –  Instagram: @tomopreofficial | @shepherdsofwildlife Website: shepherdsofwildlife.org   Sponsors   Get true American made products at  switchtoamericawithshemane.com   Protect yourself with EMP Shield  Use the promo code “SHEMANE”    Activate stem cells & reset your body's clock  at lifewave.com/shemane Please send product inquiries to: shemane.lifewave@gmail.com   Watch Faith & Freedom every Sunday,  10am est on America'sVoice.News   Organic natural products to help your family thrive with  Rowe Casa Organics & use promo code “FAITH”   Purchase “My Pillow” at  mypillow.com or call 800-933-6972 Use promo code “FAITH”   Use promo code “FREEDOM” to receive  20% off your first order at Field of Greens   Join Shemane's new programs Fit & Fabulous Start Pack Faith Fuel: 21 Day Devotion    Check out Shemane's books:  Purchase Shemane's New Book: ‘Abundantly Well' Shemane's new #1 Bestseller ‘Killer House' "4 Minutes to Happy" Kill It and Grill It Cookbook   Connect with Shemane: Send your questions, suggestions, hunting photos & funny pet videos to shemane.chat@gmail.com    Watch Killer House Documentary: KillerHouse.org Get Wildly Well at shemanenugent.rocks Shemane's Social Media: Instagram: @shemanenugent Youtube: /shemane Truth Social @Shemane Facebook: @shemane.nugent

Send us a textIn this week's Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale continues his no holds barred discussion with Tom Opre the Director of the amazing new documentary film called The Real Yellowstone. In Part Two of the Podcast about the film Tom gives more previews into of this truly groundbreaking film. Again, this is not about Kevin Costner's character in the popular TV series called Yellowstone. Instead, the film tells the REAL-LIFE story of what farmers and ranchers all across Montana are up against and how their challenges continue to increase and now those challenges have spread to hunters and fishermen. As Rigger put it after he finished recording this podcast; "Tom Opre is a great journalist who really tried to be fair and let all sides tell their story, so the viewers really see all sides of this. That must have been very hard because once I saw this entire film I sure felt strongly that the incredibly wealthy radical environmental lobby is making a major push to take over the farmland and prime hunting and fishing areas of Montana. This is a big eye opener as this is not like what those groups used to try. They are really going for it all, in my opinion farmers, ranchers and outdoorsmen and women are in the crosshairs big time. In fact, during this second episode I could really see Tom's impartiality starting to crack a bit especially when he passionately said about hunting "If we can't do this, then I don't see much hope for humanity because this is the most essence of who we are as humans. It's in our DNA." After recording this Podcast Rigger also said, "I flat challenge you to watch this podcast and this film and tell me with a straight face that you think what these out of state groups are trying to do is fair... to anyone!" There you have it folks you have been challenged so get to it. Watch or listen here and check out the links below and tell us what you think!Links: Learn more about The Real Yellowstone click here.Learn more about Tom's organization Shepards of Wildlife Society by clicking here. Make sure you join and donate if you can.Watch that trailer of the film again. Click here.To learn more about director Tom Opre click here.Click here to find a premier to attend near you! Don't forget if you can't make a premier in person you can go to Shepards of Wildlife Society and get a ticket to the online premier on August 15th!Send Tom Opre an email by clicking here!Send an email to Downrigger. Click here!  Remember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Send us a textThis week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast your host Downrigger Dale has a fascinating conversation with award winning documentary director Tom Opre. Tom has created amazing films like Killing the Shepard and The Last Keeper. Now he focuses his camera on Montana's farmers, ranchers, wildlife and hunters with his latest film called The Real Yellowstone. Of course, most everyone is familiar with the incredibly popular television series Yellowstone starring Kevin Costner, but those episodes are not real. The Real Yellowstone delves into the real lives of ranching families who find themselves at the heart of a complex struggle. As stewards of both livestock and wildlife, these ranchers, whose families have worked the land for generations, face a web of rising real estate prices, predator attacks, and a powerful conservation movement that seeks to reshape the landscape they call home. When you listen to the Podcast you will learn that not only are the livelihoods of these families threatened but so are the rights of hunters and anglers. As Downrigger put it, "This discussion was one of the biggest eyeopeners I have ever had! Our heritage and the ability to hunt, fish and enjoy the outdoors of Montana is being threatened. EVERYONE needs to watch or listen to this Podcast and see Tom's film without a doubt!" Yeah, ole Rigger was a bit hot under the collar and was so happy that he got to do this podcast with Tom. In fact, in this podcast he had so much to cover with Tom about his film and its topic that this Podcast will be a two-parter. So, make sure you listen to or watch it on YouTube as you will get to see some scenes for the The Real Yellowstone. Also check out the links below so you can get info on where you can attend a premier of the movie! So, mash that play button now listen to this podcast or click here to watch it on YouTube!Links:Learn more about The Real Yellowstone click here.Learn more about Tom's organization Shepards of Wildlife Society by clicking here. Make sure you join and donate if you can.Watch that trailer of the film again. Click here.To learn more about director Tom Opre click here.Click here to find a premier to attend near you!Send Tom Opre an email by clicking here!Send an email to Downrigger. Click here!Remember to tune in to The Montana Outdoor Radio Show, live every Saturday from 6:00AM to 8:00AM MT. The show airs on 30 radio stations across the State of Montana. You can get a list of our affiliated radio stations on our website. You can also listen to recordings of past shows, get fishing and and hunting information and much more at that website or on our Facebook page. You can also watch our radio show there as well.

Joe Hamilton, Legend of Conservation - Part 1 of 2. The profound success story of whitetail conservation could not be told without Joe Hamilton. He spearheaded a movement in the South that expanded across the country forever changing the landscape of herd health and habitat quality. I met Mr. Joe years ago at Rose Hill Plantation sometime in the early 2000's. I was thrilled to shake his hand and to be invited on such a hunt by the Morrison family. I've never been one to follow hunting media shows or celebrity type hunters. QDMA was the content I consumed and Joe is a figure that I've always admired and respected.  Several years ago I connected with Joe Hamilton again.  Joe joined us for a mentored hunt at my family farm for a memorable weekend and since then we have stayed in touch. When I started Southeast Whitetail, Joe was at the top of my list to interview and showcase his dedication and career work with conservation. Thus, I asked Joe to film the first episode of Southeastern Sit-down Series: Joe Hamilton, Legend of Conservation.  Joe has a long and storied history in the outdoors which is well documented in his book: "Firepot Stories".  A fascinating read and very informative of the revered white-tailed deer.  Thank you for listening to the interview and a very special thank you to Mr. Joe Hamilton. He opened his home to me and I greatly appreciate his time. Below are career highlights and the numerous recognition awards.  Career:Native of Elizabethtown, NC.BS Degree in Forest Resources 1971 - UGAMS Degree in Wildlife Biology 1978 - UGASC DNR 1979 - 1995Founded QDMA in 1988 and has been involved with various roles & positions still to this day.Ducks Unlimited 1996 - 2000Awards & Achievements:1975 - NC Wildlife Federation Conservationist of the Year.1982 - Julian C. Greene Award presented by the White Lakes Chapter NC of Ducks Unlimited.1984 - SC Wildlife Federation Harry Hampton "Woods & Water" Conservation Memorial Journalism Award for Excellence in Natural Resource Reporting.2000 - Deer Management Career Achievement Award presented by the Southeastern Section of the Wildlife Society.  2004 - Inducted into "The Keepers of the Hunting Spirit" in Melbourne, Australia. 2005 - Outdoor Life Conservation Award.2005 - Professional Wildlife Management Award by the SC Chapter of the Wildlife Society. 2011 - Budweiser Conservationist of the Year. 2012 - Induction into Gary Mason's "Legends of the Outdoors".2013 - The 2013 Award for Extraordinary dedication to Preserving & Protecting South Carolina's Environment & Natural Resources. Presented by the Governor and General Assembly.  2015 - UGA's Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources Distinguished Alumnus Award.  2021 - Outdoor Life listed Joe as one of five individuals who have most influenced how sportsmen hunt & fish on a national scale.  2022 - The Order of the Palmetto Award presented by SC Governor Henry McMaster.

Wild Turkey Manager: Advanced Habitat features experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. This course is intended to be comprehensive, leading you through advanced concepts in habitat management, predator management, disease, and population management. The course offers continuing education credits (CEUs) available through The Wildlife Society and the Society of American Foresters. We made the course online so you can take it on your own time, at your own pace, wherever you are!  Enroll now: https://tinyurl.com/WildTurkeyManager

Wild Turkey Manager: Advanced Habitat features experts across multiple institutions that specialize in habitat management and population management for wild turkeys. This course is intended to be comprehensive, leading you through advanced concepts in habitat management, predator management, disease, and population management. The course offers continuing education credits (CEUs) available through The Wildlife Society and the Society of American Foresters. We made the course online so you can take it on your own time, at your own pace, wherever you are!  Enroll now: https://tinyurl.com/WildTurkeyManager

Join us on this special episode of the Think Wildlife Podcast as we journey deep into one of India's most overlooked ecological marvels — the Eastern Ghats. Known as a biodiversity hotspot, the Eastern Ghats are a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. From rare mammals and elusive reptiles to ancient forests and unique conservation challenges, this episode is your gateway to understanding the conservation of the rich Eastern Ghat biodiversity through the eyes of local conservationist Murthy Kantimahanti, founder of the Eastern Ghats Wildlife Society.What makes the Eastern Ghats Biodiversity so unique? Stretching from Odisha to Tamil Nadu, these ancient, fragmented hill ranges are home to species found nowhere else on earth. Discover the flora and fauna of Eastern Ghat, including endangered animals like the Indian pangolin, the world's smallest wildcat — the rusty spotted cat — and apex predators like leopards and tigers. The region is also one of the few strongholds of the majestic king cobra and rare birds such as the double-banded courser, all thriving amidst a patchwork of dry deciduous forests, rocky outcrops, and sacred groves.This podcast delves into real-world biodiversity conservation as Murthy discusses his grassroots efforts to protect these fragile ecosystems. Hear about community-led efforts tackling human-wildlife conflict, addressing snakebite mitigation, and launching rescue initiatives for pangolins and snakes. The episode showcases how biodiversity management isn't just about saving wildlife — it's about fostering ecology-driven coexistence between humans and animals.As Murthy explains, Eastern Ghats conservation is riddled with landscape-level threats: illegal mining, deforestation, slash-and-burn cultivation (Podu), habitat loss, roadkills, and wildlife trafficking. Yet, despite these challenges, he and his team have launched pioneering programs that document animal presence, conduct training for forest officials, and educate local communities. From camera traps to GIS analysis, their work exemplifies hands-on, scalable conservation.Learn how fear was transformed into respect through the King Cobra Conservation Program. Discover how hunters were trained into rescuers and how communities now call the society instead of killing snakes. Explore their innovative use of behavior change strategies to reshape perceptions and reduce conflict with animals like elephants, otters, and bears.Conservation is not about social media pictures or one-time cleanups. As Murthy passionately states, it's about “getting your hands dirty,” building trust with communities, and creating real change. Whether it's through ecological research, education, or direct action, their work epitomizes what grassroots conservation in a biodiversity hotspot should look like.If you're passionate about wildlife conservation, regional biodiversity, or curious about lesser-known ecological treasures of India, this is the episode for you. It's a tribute to the wildlife of the Eastern Ghats — the resilient species, the people protecting them, and the conservation strategies driving change in one of India's most critical yet under-recognized ecoregions.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more thought-provoking conversations on biodiversity and wildlife conservation. Help us amplify the voices working on the ground to protect the planet's most vulnerable ecosystems.#EasternGhats #BiodiversityHotspot #WildlifeConservation #ThinkWildlifePodcast #Ecology #RustySpottedCat #PangolinConservation #EasternGhatWildlife #KingCobraRescue #FloraFaunaEasternGhat #GrassrootsConservation #EasternGhatPodcast #HiddenGemsOfEasternGhat #BiodiversityManagement #ConservationIndia #EasternGhatsWildlife #EasternGhatsConservation #SnakebiteMitigationMeet the HostAnish Banerjee: https://x.com/anishwildlifeThink Wildlife Foundation: https://thinkwildlifefoundation.com/Meet the GuestsEastern Ghats Wildlife Society: https://eghats.org/Murthy Kantimahanti: https://www.rewild.org/team/murthy-kantimahanti Get full access to The Think Wildlife Podcast at anishbanerjee.substack.com/subscribe

Join host Bob St.Pierre as he visits with CEOs Patrick Berry (Backcountry Hunters & Anglers), Ted Koch (North American Grouse Partnership), and Ed Arnett (The Wildlife Society) for an engaging roundtable discussion. Discover their favorite bird dogs, delve into Aldo Leopold's timeless quotes, and explore the intersection of conservation and personal passions. Episode Highlights: • BHA's Berry explains his affinity for English Springer spaniels and how the breed's personality matches his own. Berry also offers an interesting perspective on social media through the lens of a famous Leopold quote about hunting. • Koch recounts the North American Grouse Partnership's roots in falconry, then he and St.Pierre riff on the “magic” that exists in training a pointing dog and raptor to work together as a hunting team. • Arnett talks about Aldo Leopold's role in The Wildlife Society's creation and how so much of Leopold's writing is still used today by wildlife professors in universities across the country training biologists in non-profits and agencies. onX Hunt is a proud supporter of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever and they want to thank everyone who gives back to the birds we all love to hunt and the places they call home. Click this link to get a free month of onX Hunt and then use code PFQF to get 20% off, and a portion will go back to supporting Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever's wildlife habitat mission.

Welcome to Part 2 of our deep dive on coal in Alberta, with a conversation with biologist and environmental scientist Lorne Fitch!Lorne has been following the impact of coal mining in Alberta for the last 50 years and for his work on conservation he has been part of three Alberta Emerald awards, an Alberta Order of the Bighorn Award, and a Canadian Environmental Gold Award, with additional recognition from The Wildlife Society, the Society for Range Management, the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists, the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, and the Alberta Wilderness Association. Lorne lives in Lethbridge, Alberta.So while the UCP are certainly trying to paint a picture for Albertans that coal can and will be mined safely, Lornes research and experience tells a very different story! If you're able to support our legal defense fund to fight back against the $6 Million lawsuit against us by Sam Mraiche, the man who imported Vanch masks and the Turkish Tylenot as well as who hosted MLA's and Ministers in his skybox as he had business with the government...You can do that at www.savethebreakdownab.ca!As always, if you appreciate the kind of content that we're trying to produce here at The Breakdown, please consider signing up as a monthly supporter at our Patreon site at www.patreon.com/thebreakdownab and we can now accept e-transfers at info@thebreakdownab.ca!If you're listening to the audio version of our podcast, please consider leaving us a review and a rating, and don't forget to like and follow us on Bluesky, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Threads!

Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show!This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!Julie Thorstenson is a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation and the Executive Director of the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society. Julie's deep connection to the land began in her youth, growing up on her family's ranch in South Dakota, where she developed a love for nature that would shape her career. Now, she works tirelessly to ensure that Tribal Nations are included in wildlife conservation efforts and advocates for more equitable funding for tribal fish and wildlife programs.Highlights:How traditional ecological knowledge complements Western science in wildlife management?A look at the challenges Tribal Nations face in conservation, particularly around funding inequities.What is the Recovering America's Wildlife Act and why it is crucial for tribes, the environment, and biodiversity?What You Can Do to Help:Sign petitions supporting the Recovering America's Wildlife Act (RAWA) to ensure tribes receive equitable funding for conservation efforts.Contact your representatives and ask them to support the Recovering America's Wildlife Act to boost conservation funding for Tribal Nations and other local wildlife programs.Educate yourself on the diversity of Tribal Nations and their unique roles in conservation. Every tribe is different, and understanding their individual needs is crucial to supporting their efforts.Build relationships: Don't assume the answers; instead, ask questions and listen to understand the barriers tribes face in accessing resources for conservation.Resources Mentioned:Native American Fish and Wildlife Society: An organization providing technical assistance and policy support to Tribal Nations engaged in fish and wildlife conservation. Recovering America's Wildlife Act (RAWA): A bipartisan bill that aims to allocate $1.4 billion to states and tribes for wildlife conservation.  America the Beautiful Challenge Grants: Collaborative grants supporting conservation projects that span large landscapes, including Tribal-led initiatives.  Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! 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?

Wood turtles are native to much of our state, but like many species, their survival is facing multiple challenges. Susquehannock Wildlife Society in Harford County is working with the Maryland Zoo and the state Department of Natural Resources to protect the future of the wood turtle. Scott McDaniel, president of the Susquehannock Wildlife Society, and John Garrison, conservation director, explain how radio telemetry helps them find and protect turtle nests.  Links:Video: Radio telemetry processVideo: Wood turtle stomp behaviorWood Turtle Research RecapDo you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472

Melissa Groo is an American conservation photographer and writer. She is a Sony Artisan of Imagery, an Associate Fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers, an advisor to the National Audubon Society on photography content and ethics, and a contributing editor to Audubon magazine.Her work has also appeared on the covers of Smithsonian, Natural History, Living Bird, and Outdoor Photographer magazines and in publications such as National Geographicand National Wildlife.Melissa has been awarded the “Jay N. Ding Darling Memorial Award for Wildlife Stewardship Through Art,” from The Wildlife Society, the Audubon Connecticut's Katie O'Brien Lifetime Achievement Award and NANPA's Vision Award among others.She's a passionate advocate for wildlife and has been fighting to raise awareness about the unethical nature of photo game farms. She lives in Ithaca, New York, USA.Notable Links:Melissa Groo WebsiteMelissa Groo InstagramThe Ugly Truth About the Wild Animals of Instagram | Rolling Stone April 24, 2024International League of Conservation Photographers*****This episode was brought to you by Luminar Neo.Powered by AI technologies, Luminar Neo streamlines the editing process and provides everything you could possibly need to get photos that will look amazing on the screen and in print. Luminar Neo was designed for both hobbyists and pros and includes cutting-edge editing tools – all in one intuitive and easy-to-use app.Luminar uses generative AI to intelligently analyze your photos and erase distracting elements in your compositions, add realistic objects that seamlessly blend into the background, or expand the frame in any direction. If that's not your thing, Luminar is still one of the most powerful photo editors for natural and realistic images too. Luminar Neo has all the features you need to enhance your images with precision and ease.You can use Luminar Neo as a standalone app on your PC or Mac computer or as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, so you can keep your existing workflow.Learn more about Luminar Neo and how it can amplify your creative vision for your photos  by visiting skylum.com.*****This episode is brought to you by Kase Filters. I travel the world with my camera, and I can use any photography filters I like, and I've tried all of them, but in recent years I've landed on Kase Filters.Kase filters are made with premium materials, HD optical glass, shockproof, with zero color cast, round and square filter designs, magnetic systems, filter holders, adapters, step-up rings, and everything I need so I never miss a moment.And now, my listeners can get 10% off the Kase Filters Amazon page when they visit.beyondthelens.fm/kase and use coupon code BERNABE10Kase Filters, Capture with Confidence.

The conversation with Tom Opre revolves around the importance of modern wildlife management and the need for education about conservation. It highlights the urbanization of society and the disconnect between people and the land. The conversation also touches on the role of hunters in conservation and the adverse effects of misinformation. Tom discusses the Shepherds of Wildlife Society and their mission to educate the world about wildlife management. He emphasizes the value of wildlife and the need to conserve it for the survival of humanity. The conversation also explores the issues of land reform and land ownership in Scotland. The conversation explores the conflict between urbanized elite rewilders and landowners in Scotland, specifically focusing on the management of grouse moors and the planting of trees. The film 'The Last Keeper' delves into the complex issues surrounding land ownership, conservation, and wildlife management. It highlights the challenges faced by gamekeepers and their families, who are ostracized and threatened by rewilders. The film also addresses the right to roam law in Scotland, which allows anyone to access private land. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding different perspectives and working together for the conservation of wildlife and the environment. Cover Art photo credit: Tony Bynum @shepherds of Wildlife Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Support black footed ferret conservation by following this link! 50% of proceeds will be donated directly to the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation for ferret conservation projects! This week we get to learn from Dr. Julie Thorstenson at EarthX 2024 in Dallas Texas. Julie is a wildlife biologist, member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Nation, Lakota, and executive director of the Native American Fish and Wildlife Society. Her work as executive director assists Native American and Alaska Native Tribes with the conservation, protection, and enhancement of their fish and wildlife resources. Nature sounds recorded by Microsoft Sam on FreeSounds.org

Welcome back to the second part of our coverage of the inaugural Wyoming Sportsperson Conservation Forum! In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the topic of Celebrating Our Hunting Heritage with Joshua Coursey as the moderator. If you missed the first part, we previously featured insightful discussions with Christine Peterson and Alex Livingston, who shared their unique perspectives on wildlife and hunting traditions. In this second part, we are excited to highlight Charlie Booher. Charlie is a professional member of the Boone and Crockett Club and a consultant at Watershed Results. He has an impressive background in government relations and brings a wealth of experience to the table. Growing up hunting, fishing, camping, and paddling with his family in Michigan and Wisconsin, Charlie's passion for the outdoors is evident. His positions with The Wildlife Society, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, and Michigan United Conservation Clubs have further solidified his expertise. Mark your calendars for the next Wyoming Sportsperson Conservation Forum, tentatively set for May 22nd, 2025 (watch for news confirming date). This is an event you won't want to miss, as we continue to celebrate and preserve our rich hunting traditions.   Additionally, this episode features a short Q&A session with some of the public.  Stay tuned, subscribe to our podcast for updates, and follow us on social media to stay connected with the latest in Wyoming's conservation initiatives. Find more on this years event here. Don't miss out on furthering the journey with Wild Things & Wild Places. Become a member of the Muley Fanatic Foundation and help make a difference. Join an organization that gets things done. Find out more here.  

You get a beaver, you get a beaver, you get a beaver! After a hiatus filled with moving, snowstorms, vacations, and another surgery WE ARE BACK, and you do not want to miss this inuendo-filled episode about America's largest rodent. This episode is filled with some amazing facts, beaver bummers, merkin talk, and even zombies. Find us on all the things: http://linktr.ee/bearsandbrewspodcastLinks We Discussed:https://beaversnw.org/https://www.fws.gov/sites/default/files/documents/The-Beaver-Restoration-Guidebook-v2.02_0.pdfhttps://youtu.be/APLz2bTprMASources Cited:Doronina, Liliya, et al. “The Beaver's phylogenetic lineage illuminated by Retroposon reads.” Scientific Reports, vol. 7, no. 1, 3 Mar. 2017, https://doi.org/10.1038/srep43562. Egly, Rachel M., and Eric R. Larson. “Distribution, habitat associations, and conservation status updates for the pilose crayfish Pacifastacus gambelii (Girard, 1852) and Snake River pilose crayfish Pacifastacus connectens (Faxon, 1914) of the western United States.” PeerJ, vol. 6, 27 Sept. 2018, https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.5668. Goldfarb, Ben. “Beavers Are the Ultimate Ecosystem Engineers.” Sierra Club, 3 July 2018, www.sierraclub.org/sierra/2018-4-july-august/feature/beavers-are-ultimate-ecosystem-engineers. Goldman, Jason. “Once Upon A Time, The Catholic Church Decided That Beavers Were Fish.” Scientific American, 23 May 2013, www.scientificamerican.com/blog/thoughtful-animal/once-upon-a-time-the-catholic-church-decided-that-beavers-were-fish/#:~:text=Since%20the%20semi%2Daquatic%20rodent,a%20fish%20for%20dietary%20purposes. Horn, Susanne, et al. “Mitochondrial genomes reveal slow rates of molecular evolution and the timing of speciation in Beavers (castor), one of the largest rodent species.” PLoS ONE, vol. 6, no. 1, 28 Jan. 2011, https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0014622. Kitchener, Andrew. Beavers. Whittet, 2001. Learn, Joshua. “Beaver Dams Control Nitrogen Flow in Northeastern Rivers.” The Wildlife Society, 19 Nov. 2015, wildlife.org/beaver-dams-control-nitrogen-flow-in-northeastern-rivers/. “N. America's Earliest Beaver Found Near Dayville.” KTVZ, 19 Sept. 2011, web.archive.org/web/20110925014013/http:/www.ktvz.com/news/29230615/detail.html. Rozell, Ned. “Beavers Not Always to Blame for Beaver Fever.” University of Alaska Fairbanks, 19 Aug. 2021, www.uaf.edu/news/beavers-not-always-to-blame-for-fever-8-19-21.php. Tyrrell, Ethan. “How 200,000 Beavers Took over Part of Argentina.” Cracked.Com, Cracked.com, 24 Jan. 2022, www.cracked.com/article_32484_how-200000-beavers-took-over-part-of-argentina.html. “Why Super-Sized Beavers Went Extinct: Earth.” EarthSky, 2 June 2019, earthsky.org/earth/why-giant-beavers-went-extinct/. Wright, Samantha. “Parachuting Beavers into Idaho's Wilderness? Yes, It Really Happened.” Boise State Public Radio, Boise State Public Radio, 14 Jan. 2015, www.boisestatepublicradio.org/environment/2015-01-14/parachuting-beavers-into-idahos-wilderness-yes-it-really-happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reducing negative impacts associated with wildlife is a common concern of many residents of New York's Hudson Valley. In this first part of an informative discussion, we explore how to peacefully coexist with black bears, white-tailed deer, and coyotes. White tail deer are becoming a more common issue in rural and suburban communities with deer/vehicle collisions and their over-abundance is often associated with damage to forests and gardens. Black bears frequently have been regarded by humans as nuisances, but the reality is that they tend to steer clear of humans, unless food (often garbage) is left around for their perusal. Coyotes also have a reputation for targeting pets in the Hudson Valley. In reality, they view dogs as competitors within their territory and thus small dogs should be kept on a leash to minimize contact with coyotes. Learning about these animals and their behaviors can help us understand how to peacefully co-exist with them and learn how to control any damage created by their presence. When residents need help with their non-human neighbors, licensed wildlife control operators can help. Learn about the on-line training that is available to become a wildlife control operator and some of the issues they encounter. Paul Curtis is a Professor and Department Extension Leader focused on Natural Resources and the Environment at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He joins the Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley podcast team in an enlightening discussion about living with wildlife in New York State. Paul obtained his Ph.D. in Zoology from North Carolina State University in 1990. He is a co-author of the National Wildlife Control Training Program, and a Certified Wildlife Biologist® with The Wildlife Society. During the past 30+ years, Paul has provided leadership for the Wildlife Damage Management Program at Cornell's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He has published more than 80 papers dealing with the management of human-wildlife interactions. His research interests have included resolving wildlife conflicts in suburban, forested, and agricultural landscapes, wildlife fertility control, and managing community-based wildlife issues. He is currently working on methods to better monitor deer impacts to forest regeneration and enhance biodiversity. Listen to the first of a two-part discussion about living with other wildlife on the podcast, Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley. Hosts: Tim Kennelty and Jean Thomas Guest: Paul Curtis Photo by: Cornell University Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski Resources

Listen, follow and share with your community.  HOWL got to chat with Tom Opre, a visionary filmmaker, wildlife conservationist, communicator and leader of the "Shepherds of Wildlife Society".  Tom has decades of encounters where hunting, wildlife, conservation and social issues converge. His team presents educational and compelling stories through powerful visual communication. Mike and Tom talk extensively about the need for hunting as a conservation tool, as well as the need for the hunting community to talk with and gain alignment from non-hunters. We dig into the meaning and threat of "reWilding" and how wildlife and ecosystems may suffer the most if human participation is removed from our natural world.   Listen, follow and share with your community.  Shepherds of Wildlife / Instagram The Last Keeper  Killing the Shepherd  HOWL for Wildlife / Instagram  #rewilding #trophyhunting #wildlifemanagement #wildlife #society #wilderness #hunting #sustainability #wildgame #humanity #thelastkeeper #killingtheshepherd #howl #conservation #africa #northamericanmodel   

Matt Rinella was invited to speak at the Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society's 2024 annual conference. The theme of this conference was, "Cultivating Respect for Nature without Destroying What We Seek". This is bootleg recording of his lecture.

In this expert-heavy episode, I find myself a bit out of my league as we poke through some heavy topics. Recorded at the Western Hunt Expo in Salt Lake, we discuss a wide variety of topics from wolf management, mule deer conservation, public perceptions versus reality in wildlife management, ballot box biology, and a host of other hot button talking points. Jim Heffelfinger is the Wildlife Science Coordinator with the Arizona Fish & Game, Author of the book "Deer of the Southwest," and world-renowned research scientist. His expertise is tapped by multiple agencies and hunting platforms, and for good reason. Ed Arnett is the CEO of The Wildlife Society, a Certified Wildlife Biologist, Professor, writer, and hell of an articulate guy who knows what he stands for. Like Heffelfinger, he brings serious expertise both as a hunter AND biologist for some unshakeable credibility on these subject matters.   Ike Eastman, owner of Eastmans Journals, has a lifetime of hunting, hunting media, dedicated conservation work, and has helped build one of the strongest brands in the industry. One of my favorite things about Ike is his unwavering commitment to results-oriented conservation, and how down to earth he is despite the big brand name.  Jim Heffelfinger on Instagram Ed Arnett on Instagram Ike Eastman on Instagram Wildlife Society Website Show Sponsors! Phelps Game Calls - The game call company of The Western Huntsman! https://phelpsgamecalls.com/  -Use Promo Code “Huntsman10” for 10% off! Silencer Central - Get started with a suppressor for your next hunt by going to the website here: https://www.silencercentral.com/ They make it very easy to get licensed, purchased, and set up so you can find out why getting a suppressor from Silencer Centrals is so popular! Hoffman Boots - Best hunting boots you'll ever own. Specifically, check out the Hoffman Explorers, hands down the finest mountain boot for Western big game on the planet, I guarantee it! Use promo code “HUNTSMAN10” for 10% off! https://hoffmanboots.com/hoffman-mountain-boots Spypoint Cameras - as a trail camera junkie, I am fairly picky about my cameras. Whether setting cell-cams around the property or regular cameras in the backcountry, Spypoint has delivered! Excellent photo quality, video, functionality, and my favorite part… Easy to use! Check it out at Spypoint.com! Savage Arms - Don't skimp on your next big game rifle. Savage Arms has redefined high-performance rifles built specifically for guys and gals like us! Check out the 110 with Accu-Trigger, I promise you won't regret it. www.savagearms.com Barnes Bullets - Since 1932, Barnes Bullets has been a leader in hunting ammo. The world-famous X-Bullet was the first expanding all-copper bullet known for its exceptional knock down power and performance. I have personally been using Barnes Bullets since 1998 and wouldn't recommend them if I didn't know for sure how well they perform. Check them out at www.barnesbullets.com Eastmans Hunting Journals - What Western Hunter doesn't know Eastmans Hunting Journals?? I've been a fan and subscriber to the magazine since I was a kid, and you should too. Between the magazine, Eastmans TagHub, and the new Mule Deer eCourse, Eastmans has something for everyone and the tools every Western Hunter should have! Check it out at https://www.eastmans.com/ Hit me up at jim@thewesternhuntsman.com  

This week, we are talking about the increase of hunters in the West, the increase in population in the Western states, and what it means for the future of wildlife and their habitats. Also, we talk about some of the friction between non-resident and resident hunters. In Washington, the bill to make hunting and fishing a constitutional right is making progress. The bill passed out of the Ag committee and moved onto the Rules committee. In Utah, seven different structures were recently completed to help fish and wildlife in the state. The TRCP recently posted a call to action to comment on the new U.S. Forest Service amendments to their nationwide management plans, particularly the promotion of old-growth forest conditions. An interesting article recently published by the Wildlife Society summarized a research project trying to understand how widespread the impacts of Renewable energy could be from analyzing carcasses or birds found at Solar and wind farms. Read about Washington's right to Hunt and Fish here https://www.howlforwildlife.org/wa_right_to_hunt_fish Contact info for WA Senate Rules Committee https://leg.wa.gov/Senate/Committees/RULE/Pages/MembersStaff.aspx Read the TRCP post on Forest Management here https://www.trcp.org/2024/01/23/weigh-in-on-forest-management-to-support-hunting-and-fishing/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Opre is a renowned figure in the world of wildlife conservation and media. As a film director, cinematographer, television producer, and past president of the Professional Outdoor Media Association, Tom has dedicated his life to educating the public about the crucial intersection of wildlife conservation and stewardship. Tom has had an extraordinary journey, from producing award-winning television shows, like the highly acclaimed "Eye of the Hunter" on NBC Sports, to directing feature documentaries. Tom's commitment extends beyond the camera. As the executive director of Shepherds of Wildlife Society, he is at the forefront of global wildlife conservation efforts, advocating for sustainable habitat stewardship and raising awareness through his work on various non-profit boards, including African Children's Schools. https://www.shepherdsofwildlife.org/ The Speed of War Comic Series: https://www.thespeedofwar.com/ Check out the newest Cleared Hot Gear here: https://shop.clearedhotpodcast.com/  

Chad Ellis is the CEO of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust (TALT), which is one of the nation's leading ag-focused conservation organizations. TALT's mission is “to conserve the Texas heritage of agricultural lands, wildlife habitats, and natural resources,” but at its core, TALT's work is built on the foundation of long-term, trusting, mutually respectful relationships. - Given the small proportion of public lands in Texas compared to other western states, much of the responsibility for landscape-scale ecological health falls on the shoulders of private landowners. And since 2007, TALT has helped these landowners find ways to not only protect their family legacies, but to improve the overall quality of grasslands, water, air, and wildlife for all Texans. - Chad was raised in rural Texas, and from a very early age, he felt a deep connection to land, agriculture, and wildlife. While his entire career has been devoted to thoughtfully and effectively stewarding natural resources, you'll quickly realize that at his core, Chad is a relationship builder. During his tenures at the NRSC, the Noble Research Institute, and now as the leader of TALT, Chad has implemented many cutting-edge conservation solutions– but, as you'll hear him explain, none of these projects would be successful without solid, trusting relationships between all stakeholders. - Longtime listeners will recognize Chad from an earlier appearance on Mountain & Prairie– back in 2023, he was one of the panelists in an episode called “Landscape-Scale Management in a Private Land State,” which was recorded live at the Texas Chapter of the Wildlife Society's annual meeting. In this episode, we dig more into Chad's personal and professional journey in conservation– why he has devoted his career to such a challenging-yet-critical cause, and how he approaches his work from both practical and philosophical perspectives. We discuss his love of entrepreneurial approaches, his leadership style, mentors, the storied legacy of TALT's founder Blair Fitzsimons, supporting the next generation of conservationists, his favorite books, and much more. - If you haven't already, I'd encourage you to check out TALT's website and follow its work on social media– TALT is a constant source of inspiration for me and all of the Western conservation community. Thanks for listening! --- Texas Agricultural Land Trust Chad on LinkedIn Chad's first M&P appearance: Landscape-Scale Management in a Private Land State TALT on Instagram Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/chad-ellis/ Ed's upcoming Rogue River Trip --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 4:30 - Where Chad grew up 7:45 - Chad's work with PERC 10:15 - Where Chad's entrepreneurial background came from 16:15 - How Chad moved up in the NRCS ranks 18:45 - Chad's time with Mobil Foundation 21:45 - Chad's personal vision 24:30 - Chad's motivation to strengthen people's connection to the land, instead of just supporting the land itself 27:15 - How Chad hires for a passionate team 29:15 - Chad's work securing federal funding 32:45 - How Chad thinks about failure 34:45 - How Chad presented his vision for TALT to an already accomplished director, Blair Fitzsimons 40:30 - Chad's goal to support the next generation of conservationists 44:30 - How Chad interprets the threats facing conservation in Texas 51:30 - How Chad prioritizes his allocation of resources 58:45 - Exploring Chad's level of patience, as well as the various ways that people learn and work 1:03:30 - The importance of relationships 1:07:45 - Chad's book recommendations 1:09:15 - Chad's parting words of advice --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

Summary In this episode, host Elaine interviews Ed Arnett, CEO of the Wildlife Society, about hunting, conservation, and the importance of knowing where our food comes from. They discuss the changing attitudes towards hunting and the role of hunters in conservation. Ed also shares the story behind his annual Beast Feast, a celebration of food and hunting heritage. They also touch on Ed's experience hosting the television show “This American Land” and the importance of running a nonprofit like a business. Discussions about Beast Feast start at the 12:00 mark! Guest • Ed Arnett, PhD: CEO of the Wildlife Society, wildlife biologist, TV show host Topics discussed • Current attitudes on conservation and hunting • Disconnect between urban folks and nature • Support for hunting as a means of food procurement • Hunters as the original conservationists • How hunters self-regulate and contribute to conservation through laws and taxes • The importance of family traditions and experiences in hunting and conservation • The history and significance of the Beast Feast • Tips for wild game cooking • Ed's experience hosting the TV show “This American Land” Key takeaways • Hunting has been a part of human existence since the beginning, and it is still supported by a majority of Americans, especially for food procurement. • Hunters have played a crucial role in conservation, self-regulating through laws and taxes, and contributing to conservation efforts through funding. • Family traditions, experiences, and a love for nature often inspire individuals to become wildlife biologists and conservationists. • The Beast Feast is a celebration of hunting heritage and a way to share the harvest with others. • Hosting the TV show “This American Land” has allowed Ed to communicate complex conservation issues in a concise and relatable manner. Notable quotes • “There can be nothing more organic than going out and harvesting your own food and procuring it with your own two hands.” - Ed Arnett • “I don't know any sporting individuals that dislike wildlife.” - Ed Arnett • “Be flexible and watch for those opportunities that are just right in front of you and land in your lap.” - Ed Arnett Entities mentioned • The Wildlife Society • Aldo Leopold • This American Land • Author Hank Shaw Keywords hunting, conservation, food, attitudes, urban, disconnect, support, organic, celebration, heritage, wildlife, family, Beast Feast, TV show, nonprofit, business

While at the Dallas Safari Club @officialdsc Convention Kyle welcomes Catherine Semcer a Dphil (PhD Student) in Biology at University of Oxford to the podcast. Catherine is incredibly knowledgeable relating to hunting in Africa. We just skim the surface on many subjects but we focus primarily on Africa. Catherine's PhD is multi-faceted and there is an emphasis on Game Rangers on the dark continent. We discuss poaching and the African wildlife model and how it differs from North America. While this podcast is Africa centric we do get a chance to discuss North America's Wildlife Management Model and if we are on track with this effective model.Catherine currently serves as a member of the Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCru) at the University of Oxford where she is pursuing a DPhil in Biology. She serves as a research fellow with the African Wildlife Economy Institute at Stellenbosch University in South Africa and is chair-elect of The Wildlife Society's International Wildlife Management Working Group. Catherine sits on the advisory board of the Game Rangers Association of Africa, and is a member of the Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Working Group of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). For more on Catherine and her work visit: www.wildcru.org and www.gameranger.orgTalk is Sheep is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, MTNTOUGH Fitness Labs.We partnered with MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab to help get you in shape and mentally stronger. Whether you are a veteran hunter or just starting, the MTNTOUGH app will take you to the next level. We've personally trained using the MTNTOUGH programs and we believe in it so much that we want to give you 6 weeks for free using code: SHEEPBC. Visit: http://lab.mtntough.com/checkout/subscribe/purchase?code=sheepbc&plan=monthlyTalk is Sheep is the Official Podcast of the Wild Sheep Society of BC. The official sponsor of the Wild Sheep Society of BC is SITKA Gear and our Conservation Partners - Frontiersmen Gear, Gunwerks, Precision Optics, Schnee's, Stone Glacier, Swarovski Optik, Wild TV and YETI.

This is a special live episode that was recorded in Austin, Texas, in November of 2023 at the 50th Anniversary Endangered Species Act Symposium. As you may know, 2023 marked 50 years since the passing of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), which is one the most influential and impactful pieces of conservation legislation in United States history. This symposium gathered together an impressive and wide range of ESA experts from governmental, non-profit, and for-profit organizations, and we spent the day discussing the ESA's fascinating and complex past, present, and future.   In this episode, we'll hear from four leaders who have worked in the trenches of conservation for decades, and each of them brings a unique perspective on both the challenges and opportunities that the ESA creates for on-the-ground conservation. The panelists are:   Gary Frazer, Assistant Director for Ecological Services at the US Fish and Wildlife Service Peg Romanik, a recently retired high-ranking attorney from the Department of Interior Jimmy Bullock, Senior Vice President at Resource Management Service LLC Leo Miranda-Castro, Former USFWS Director and current Executive Director of Conservation without Conflict All four of these distinguished panelists have worked extensively within the frameworks of the Endangered Species Act, and they bring a wealth of practical and philosophical knowledge about the ESA's impact over the past 50 years… and its expected impacts in the future. But perhaps more importantly, these four panelists helped me to appreciate the humanity behind the historic, powerful legislation– the smart, dedicated, conservation-minded leaders whose work has allowed the act to effect change and evolve over the past five decades. We covered a lot during this hour-long discussion, and highlights include: How the ESA switched from a more punitive to a more collaborative approach; concrete examples of productive, collaborative conservation; working with the extreme opinions about climate change; hopes for the future of market-incentivized species conservation; examining potential political threats to the ESA; the evolution of using the ESA for single species conservation to using it for landscape-scale conservation, advice for young people in the conservation field, and much more. This episode was the last panel discussion of the day, so if you'd like to listen to the first three panels, you can do so on this episode's webpage: www.mountainandprairie.com/esa. Those earlier sessions include discussions with everyone from one of the ESA's authors to some of today's most renowned conservation thought leaders– I really can't imagine having a more impressive group of conservation practitioners in one room. You can check out the episode notes for a link to the Symposium's program, which includes all the details of the day's event and speaker bios. And one more thing: This symposium was organized by the fellows of the James G. Teer Conservation Leadership Institute, which is sponsored by The Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society. The mission of the Teer Institute is to ensure a future legacy of well-trained conservation leaders by providing professional training in leadership skills and contemporary conservation. I was so impressed with all the fellows and left this event feeling very optimistic about the future of conservation in Texas and beyond. A huge thank you to the fellows and to Dr. Roel Lopez of Texas A&M University for inviting me down to Austin to moderate this panel. It was an honor to be in the same room with all these amazingly inspiring folks. Hope you enjoy! --- Episode notes and recordings of other panels: https://mountainandprairie.com/esa James G. Teer Conservation Leadership Institute Texas Chapter of the Wildlife Society --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 4:00 - Introduction 10:15 - Peg describes when the ESA switched from a more punitive to a more collaborative approach 14:45 - Leo's example of good collaborative conservation 21:00 - How Gary handles extreme opinions about climate change 27:00 - Examples of Jimmy's work with the ESA that became financially sustainable 31:30 - Hopes for the future of market-incentivized species conservation 34:45 - Examining the security of the ESA 39:00 - Discussing the evolution of using the ESA for single species conservation to using it for landscape-scale conservation 44:30 - The panel's advice for young people in this field 53:15 - Wrapping up and acknowledgments --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

In Episode 401 of District of Conservation, Gabriella sits down with Tom Opre - CEO/founder of Shepherds of Wildlife Society. SWS is recently know for its wildlife successful and award-winning film "Killing the Shepherd." Tom and Gabriella discuss his forthcoming film, The Last Keeper, if his organization will have any North American films in the works, the dangers of rewilding efforts, and more. Tune in! SHOW NOTES Website - Shepherds of Wildlife Society Killing the Shepherd The Last Keeper Connect with Tom Opre --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/district-of-conservation/support

Chris Jennings and Dr. Mike Brasher discuss updates from across the world of waterfowl. Reports are emerging of minor avian flu outbreaks across the US. What do you need to know? How have recent weather patterns influenced migration and hunting. What's behind above average duck counts in Missouri and record lows in Louisiana? Get the latest update on duckDNA, and learn about new science on the dogs of Chernobyl. Lastly, we dispel myths about HIP certification and harvest estimation.www.ducks.org/DUPodcast

Join us for a very passionate part 1 of our discussion on coyotes! In this episode we discuss some coyote basics and just a few of the things that make them so badass.Find us on all the things! linktr.ee/bearsandbrewspodcast Links We Discussed:https://projectcoyote.org/https://www.predatordefense.org/coyotes.htmhttps://urbancoyoteresearch.com/ Sources Cited:Black, Riley. How Extinction Changed the Coyote, Scientific American, 12 Oct. 2016, blogs.scientificamerican.com/laelaps/how-extinction-changed-the-coyote/. Bryant, Charles, and Josh Clark. “How Coyotes Work.” Stuff You Should Know, iHeart Media, 21 Oct. 2022, https://stuffyoushouldknow.com/episode/how-coyotes-work/. Calfa, John, and Stephen Rivera. The Wolf Connection, 17 June 2022, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-80-project-coyote-promoting-compassionate-conservation/id1521180246?i=1000566875778. “Coyote.” Project Coyote, 31 May 2023, projectcoyote.org/carnivores/coyote/#kill. Draheim, Megan M. “Why Killing Coyotes Doesn't Make Livestock Safer.” Scientific American, 31 May 2017, www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-killing-coyotes-doesn-rsquo-t-make-livestock-safer/. Flores, Dan. Coyote America: A Natural and Supernatural History. Basic Books, 2017. Goldman, Jason G. “Urban Coyote Evolution Favors the Bold.” Scientific American, 11 Apr. 2019, www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/urban-coyote-evolution-favors-the-bold/. Kobilinsky, Dana. “To Chart Coyotes' Expansion, Study Looks Back 10,000 Years.” The Wildlife Society, 8 Jan. 2023, wildlife.org/to-chart-coyotes-expansion-study-looks-back-10000-years/. Meachen, Julie A., et al. “Ecological changes in coyotes (canis latrans) in response to the ice age megafaunal extinctions.” National Academy of Science, vol. 9, no. 12, 2014, https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0116041. Terry, Lynne. “State Wildlife Officials Ban Wildlife Killing Contests on Public Land.” Oregon Capital Chronicle, 19 Sept. 2023, oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2023/09/19/state-wildlife-officials-ban-wildlife-killing-contests-on-public-land/#:~:text=The%20rule%20makes%20it%20%E2%80%9Cunlawful,New%20Mexico%2C%20Vermont%20and%20Washington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

READ https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/post/bird_dog_mule_talk LISTEN to A Break in the Action Podcast featuring Durrell Smith, Charlie Jordan and Reid Bryant | Ryan Doughty ​​https://www.abreakintheaction.com/podcast/episode/7a78f6fd/best-quail-gun-a-panel-discussion-with-reid-bryant-durrell-smith-and-charlie-jordan Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU     WELCOME DOUBLE G's Rich Boy   MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!   Check out the latest Episode with Colby Kerber and Ashley Chance as we discuss this years Learn to Hunt Upland Experience. EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe   Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrell's “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s

READ https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/post/bird_dog_mule_talk LISTEN to A Break in the Action Podcast featuring Durrell Smith, Charlie Jordan and Reid Bryant | Ryan Doughty ​​https://www.abreakintheaction.com/podcast/episode/7a78f6fd/best-quail-gun-a-panel-discussion-with-reid-bryant-durrell-smith-and-charlie-jordan Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU     WELCOME DOUBLE G's Rich Boy   MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!   Check out the latest Episode with Colby Kerber and Ashley Chance as we discuss this years Learn to Hunt Upland Experience. EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe   Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrell's “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s

Ed Arnett of the Wildlife Society is back on the podcast and he and Todd Helms take a detailed look at the real world of Conservation Funding. This one will make some folks uncomfortable but it's an incredible conversation that runs hard into reality of wildlife funding. Todd and Ed don't pull punches and get into a seriously tough topic to tackle. If you care about wildlife and wild places this is one episode you can't miss!

LISTEN to A Break in the Action Podcast featuring Durrell Smith, Charlie Jordan and Reid Bryant | Ryan Doughty ​​https://www.abreakintheaction.com/podcast/episode/7a78f6fd/best-quail-gun-a-panel-discussion-with-reid-bryant-durrell-smith-and-charlie-jordan Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU WATCH GAME HAWKER featuring Shawn Hayes  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfCaLMGmSxQ       WELCOME DOUBLE G's Rich Boy     MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!   Check out the latest Episode with Colby Kerber and Ashley Chance as we discuss this years Learn to Hunt Upland Experience. EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe   Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrell's “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s  

TSLN EP. 172 | Paying More Attention: After the GAME HAWKER screening with Shawn Hayes   LISTEN to A Break in the Action Podcast | Ryan Doughty ​​https://www.abreakintheaction.com/podcast/episode/7a78f6fd/best-quail-gun-a-panel-discussion-with-reid-bryant-durrell-smith-and-charlie-jordan Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU WATCH GAME HAWKER featuring Shawn Hayes  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfCaLMGmSxQ       RIP POLISHED RUGER WELCOME DOUBLE G's Rich Boy     MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!   Check out the latest Episode with Colby Kerber and Ashley Chance as we discuss this years Learn to Hunt Upland Experience. EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrells “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s   THE SHOW DISCUSS:  AMERICAN SOIL | AMERICAN SOUL recap Hotboy/ Joker/ Ícaro in the Sandhills Hunting off horseback Bird dogs at Angola Prison Teaching cowboys Pointers in the Sandhills Working and learning Jim Lowe Mecate Rein Style- Spanish influence (Buckaroo style of cowboying- hat styles- Bastardization of the Vaquero)- call them “chinks” - summer time/hotter The use of the “Chaparral “ He has shotgun chaps- winter time How does Spanish culture contribute to inject itself into the uplands How do you figure out that style of reining? / Raul Torres Taking a horse, a prey animal, and making it a predator/ what is it that does that? (Pressure and release) Hunting in the Sandhills is very 4-dimensional  Why can't we shoot hen pheasants but we can shoot hen grouse Atwater's Prairie Chicken—- raising these birds in captivity (Ed) Only real bird hunters know that there are 2 extinct species of grouse  I don't want an off switch I want a battery (Matt)

Sign Up for the Learn to Hunt Experiences Here: MN- https://pfqf.myeventscenter.com/event/Minority-Outdoor-Alliance-Adult-Learn-To-Hunt-83391?redir=1 CO- https://pfqf.myeventscenter.com/event/Minority-Outdoor-Alliance-Adult-Learn-To-Hunt-81596 TX- (coming soon) AL- (coming soon) WI- (coming soon) SC- (coming soon) Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU     MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!  We will be in 6 states this year:  Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Carolina, Texas, Alabama, and Colorado.  So check out the links in the show notes to find out more information on events, locations, and times.  EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrells “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s  

Subscribe to the Original Dogman Substack Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU     MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!  We will be in 6 states this year:  Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Carolina, Texas, Alabama, and Colorado.  So check out the links in the show notes to find out more information on events, locations, and times.  Current dates and locations at the links below: (TBD) EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information  https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/   And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate   THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/   TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrells “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance    Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s   THE SHOW DISCUSS: “My soul is imprinted with the yearning to be more Just as a flower bends toward the sun, I bend toward the lure of spirit. In my heart I am restless, for I know I am called to the greatness of my true being. Let me not tarry in my weaker places.” -Marianna Williamson (follow on Substack) Hunting and conservation has taken me to places that have exposed and challenged the greatness of my being and my awareness of the presence of a higher Being. As the flower bends toward the sun, we too should bend toward the vibrancy of our calling.  Honor that call by responding to it. I was just on the phone with Michael O'Casey from TRCP and Brian Grossenbacher and we all have been blessed to work and display our passions every day in nature.  Our work takes us places when, just a year ago I was in a classroom. But bending toward MY sun was what put me on a path out of the classroom and onto a journey that has truly filled my spirit, from TEACHING in a new capacity (LTH with PFQF and BHA) to Guiding hunts and TEACHING and SHOWCASING my ART, DOGS, and KNOWLEDGE to people who seek new experiences in the Deep South. I am RESTLESS- seeking to explore new types of bird dogs, planning to go to France to look at an older breed of French Pointer (we will see), and investing my passions into getting Ícaro through the NAVDHA Utility Test down the road.  My Sporting Life is a life of inquisition and exploration and I am grateful and blessed for that.

BUY Cries of the Savannah HERE Read the PRESS RELEASE HERE Visit the TSLN Shop Subscribe to the BACK AT IT Newsletter  View more of our hunts on our TSLN Youtube Channel https://youtu.be/o3fRP57OemU     MINORITY OUTDOOR ALLIANCE We are looking forward to MOAFEST at McKinney Roughs Nature Park this year where we will be uniting communities for joy and conservation.  I want to express how monumental it is for MOA , Texas Parks & Wildlife, and Eukanuba Sporting Dog come together to produce such an awesome event that will bring local college and university students together with conservation professionals seeking to create new career opportunities for the next generations. Visit MOA at  https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/ to learn more about how we are Cultivating Inclusivity for a Healthier Outside  Purchase tickets to MOAFest ‘23 at McKinney Roughs Nature Park BELOW: https://www.minorityoutdooralliance.org/events/moafest-23 PHEASANTS FOREVER | QUAIL FOREVER Check out Upcoming “Learn to Hunt Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance for interested adult onset upland hunters looking to take their upland hunting to the next level for folks that look like you!  We will be in 6 states this year:  Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Carolina, Texas, Alabama, and Colorado.  So check out the links in the show notes to find out more information on events, locations, and times.  Current dates and locations at the links below:   EADY SMITH WEALTH MANAGEMENT Securing your family's future is easy at ESWM! We provide you with peace of mind by providing exceptional services for reasonable prices.  Estate Planning Tax Return Preparation  Tax Planning  Asset Protection Tax Controversy Visit https://www.eadysmithwm.com/ for your free consultation!  ORVIS ADVENTURES And, a great additional educational experience for sportsmen and sportswomen alike are our Sporting Life Notebook Guided Hunts.  Enlist the services of Orvis-endorsed guide Durrell Smith and staff at The Sporting Life Notebook on your wingshooting trip to Georgia's Red Hills region chasing the most noble, King Bobwhite Quail!  Experience stellar bird and dog work behind class working and field trial pointers and setters, as well as a true public lands wild bird adventure. Click BELOW to Request more information    https://www.orvis.com/durrell-smith-the-sporting-life-notebook-llc/3GSE.html On my next adventure across the country, I'll be taking those trips with the best of the outdoor and sporting industry with our Partners at Beretta USA and Benchmade Knife Company. BERETTA USA  I will be taking the 486 28 gauge back out to the sandhills soon as the season is back upon us!  I'll be hitting the Sandhills of Nebraska again for the second BHA Auctions Hunt I've been a part of with my buddy Ed Arnett of The Wildlife Society. Beretta.com - The Renowned Italian Company Offering Clothing & Accessories! Click the  link below and use the BUSA Promo code: TSLN for 15% off Clothing and Accessories using code TSLN15 https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-291534-282291-147027 Check out Durrell's latest interview on the Beretta Blog https://blog.beretta.com/q-and-a-with-durrell-smith  Stay tuned for the upcoming #BerettaTribe film with featuring Durrell Smith   BENCHMADE KNIFE COMPANY Check out your next CSTM Knife at https://www.benchmade.com/custom-knife-builder  WATCH Durrell Smith | Benchmade Ambassador https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99qVHUmBiI STUBBEN NORTH AMERICA Although I'm not taking my horse out to Nebraska this season (likely next), I'll be packing my Stubben scout saddle anyway.  Ed Arnett has a friend with horses to loan and dogs to run when we get out there, so I'll be in good company regardless.  But what matters is my seat, and I trust that my stubben scout saddle will take me anywhere and everywhere. Check out custom saddles and equestrian accessories that bring heritage, tradition, innovation, and performance into the horseback bird dog and field trial communities of the uplands.  Check out your next saddle and request a saddle fitting at https://stubbennorthamerica.com/ And you can read about those hunt adventures from the field with my monthly articles published by Hunt & Field Magazine.  Editor and dear friend Lauren Abbott has done a fantastic job giving voice to the next generations finest writers, bird dog handlers and trainers, and historical narratives to we can all look forward to reading both in print and digitally.  So use the link to SUBSCRIBE to the digital and print editions today!      HUNT & FIELD MAGAZINE    Subscribe HERE: https://www.huntandfieldmag.com/subscribe Dakota283 Kennels D283 Promo Code GDN10 for 10% off your next Crate THE CHARLES JORDAN GROUP https://www.charlesjordangroup.com/ TSLN READING LIST FEATURES AND LINKS Cries of the Savannah Mouthful of Feathers   Backcountry Hunters and Anglers  View Durrells “Upland Hunting Elsewhere Seminar and the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers 2023 Rendezvous at the link below https://youtu.be/LIgIjhmH-Gc Check out Upcoming “Explore Hunting Workshops” in partnership with Minority Outdoor Alliance  Check out the current catalog issue of Dogs Unlimited    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Utm7b6DyzcQ&t=13s  

This week we're going to do a deeper dive on Grizzly Bears. Talk about recent attacks, and the increasing frequency we've been running into them. In Nevada, feral horses are in the headlines again after animal advocacy groups are mad about the conditions in which horses are gathered on public land. We continue to see changes for the 2023 hunting seasons as state game agencies account for the toll last winter took on wildlife populations. Recently, both North Dakota and Montana just announced tag reductions. The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation just detailed how over 10.7 million dollars will be spent in Wyoming on wildlife and habitat projects. The Wildlife Society bulletin recently published an article talking about how there is shifting attitudes within it's membership base, particularly with the role of hunting and trapping. Join Fresh Tracks+ For Early Access - https://www.freshtracks.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Rinella talks with Brody Henderson, Spencer Neuharth, Chester Floyd, Max Barta, Austin “Chilly” Chleborad, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics include: Why we need a crafty mirror expert; how Chester budgets for jigging wraps in the family expenses; wielding the priest, aka Brody's little beating stick; rearing Atlantic Salmon in little fish raceways; a hot tip on fulfilling your college credits; when Steve got a bad grade in woodshop class; The Wildlife Society as a great and free resource for wildlife research and news; the irony of folks not actually wanting wild pigs to disappear; a grammatical correction and explanation of past participles from our very own Dr. of English, Jordan Sillars; what exactly happens during a shallow water blackout; the story behind a very old pistol with a weird trigger; our upcoming Campfire Stories #3 about the shit you found; the extinct sea creature that's a buffalo calling stone; testicles the size of a cashew; an antler velvet-lined bra for the wife; and more. Connect with Steve and MeatEater Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake Hill is both a wildlife biologist and forester, having graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2022 with a degree in Forest-Wildlife Management. Hill has been in the natural resource profession for the last six years and has held a wide range of different wildlife and forestry positions with private consulting firms, non-profit conservation organizations, and state wildlife management agencies. He has worked all across Texas as well as in Louisiana, Mississippi, and even Africa. Hill holds official certifications as both an Associate Wildlife Biologist and Candidate Certified Forester under The Wildlife Society and the Society of American Foresters, respectively. He currently holds a range-management position with the East Foundation working on developing better methods for range analysis and stocking rates in South Texas ecosystems. His next career plans are to attend law school at Texas Tech University to focus in natural resource policy and law.  Buy me a coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/Aptitudeoutdoor More Aptitude Outdoors here: https://bit.ly/2YLp82N Get 10% off Absolute Aid Products: https://bit.ly/3px2Jnt Discount Code: APTITUDE10

Climate Change Exacerbates California's WildfiresNearly all of California's landscapes are naturally fire-dependent or fire-adapted, and this beneficial relationship with fire allows ecosystems to maintain healthy functions and promotes biodiversity. However, high-intensity wildfires disrupt this relationship and cause detrimental damage to these ecosystems as wildfires impact tree regeneration, soil erosion, and water quality. According to modeling by the California Air Resources Board, climate change makes the conditions for high-intensity wildfires – like hot, dry summers – more likely. Extreme Wildfires Hurt WildlifeHigh-intensity wildfires impact wildlife. Many animals cannot move, so die in the fires. Those that can escape, by running or burrowing into the ground, face another challenge when they return: adapting to a new and changing environment. While directly measuring wildlife casualties isn't possible, emergency vets and zoos across California report dramatic increases in their wildlife patients after severe wildfires. During the 2021 fire season, the Wildlife Disaster Network through UC Davis's Veterinary Emergency Response Team cared for more than 2000 injured wildlife and pets. According to estimates by The Wildlife Society, fires the year before had killed between 300 to 600 cougars – 15% of California's cougar population.California's Plan to Increase Fire ResiliencyIn 2021, Governor Newsom signed SB 85, the $536 million Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan, into law to support early action and intervention against wildfires and measures to build resilient communities, restore ecological health, and fund wildfire suppression. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) manages over one million acres of land in the state – many of which are both fire-prone and vital habitats for wildlife. As a result, the CDFW plays a key role in implementing SB 85's goals. As part of that effort, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) undertook “the largest wildfire protection and resilience efforts in its history.” This new support has helped not only safeguard CDFW property, but better protect surrounding homes, communities, and wildlife habitats, as well. SB 85 also allowed CFDW to hire additional staff, afford new equipment, and start over forty new fire control projects like creating fire breaks, removing wildfire fuel, thinning overgrown vegetation, expanding livestock grazing, and more. In January 2023, the U.S. Senate also introduced the Wildfire Emergency Act. This bill has bipartisan support and aims to reduce the risks of catastrophic wildfires faced in California and across the West of the country. The $250 million act would increase forest restoration and wildfire resilience projects.Looking Forward The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) in their 2023 Fire Season Outlook predicts a possible abnormal wildfire season due to mixed temperature and precipitation and flooding anomalies earlier in the year. As a result of these historic storms, critically dry fuel moisture alignments are not expected to be reached for the next four months. However, one concern is that the extreme precipitation may accelerate spring plant growth, which once the moisture disappears and heat sets in, will dry out and become additional fuel, accelerating wildfires. The impact of climate change also varies dramatically across different climates of the state with some regions expecting more extreme drier and hotter months. Wildfire season in California begins in early summer and runs through late fall. Although fire season has not officially begun, CAL FIRE has reported 196 incidents of wildfires resulting in 51 acres burnt already in 2023. As climate change intensifies California's wildfires, the work of the CDFW is even more critical because their efforts protect the health of California's ecological reserves, wildlife, waterways, and communities from the devastating effects of wildfires. About the GuestThe California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), formerly the California Department of Fish and Game, is focused on “improving and enhancing [its] capacity and effectiveness in fulfilling [its] public trust responsibilities for protecting and managing the state's fish and wildlife.” Chuck Bonham has served as the director of CDFW since 2011. Bonham is responsible for overseeing CDFW's wide range of projects, from preventing illegal poaching to protecting California's wildlife from human and environmental conflicts such as drought and fires.  Sources:California Department of Fish and Wildlife Home PageCDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham (ca.gov)Governor Newsom Signs Landmark $536 Million Wildfire Package Accelerating Projects to Protect High-Risk Communities | California GovernorCDFW News | CDFW Initiates Massive Wildfire Protection Effort at Wildlife Areas, Ecological Reserves Statewide2022 Fire Season Outlook (ca.gov)CA Department of Fish and Wildlife: Science: Wildfire ImpactsNational Geographic: What do wild animals do in wildfires?Sierra Club: California's Wildest Wildfire VictimsThe Wildlife Society: California Wildfires may have killed hundreds of cougarshttps://edition.cnn.com/2023/01/26/us/california-rain-wildfire-season-climate/index.htmlCNN: How California's recent flooding could set the stage for a dangerous wildfire seasonUS Senate: Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Preparedness, Reduce Risk for Catastrophic Wildfires

This is the second of two live episodes that were recorded at the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society's 2023 annual meeting in Houston, Texas. The topic of this panel discussion was Achieving Landscape-Scale Management in a Private Land State. As you learned in the previous episode, Texas has very little public land compared to other western states, so large-landscape conservation in Texas brings with it a number of extremely unique challenges and opportunities. In this conversation, we heard from four of Texas's most respected conservation leaders– individuals who are finding ways to achieve ambitious conservation goals using their own unique skillsets and approaches. - I was joined on stage in front of an audience of nearly 600 people by Roel Lopez, Director of the Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute; Chad Ellis, CEO of the Texas Agricultural Land Trust; Terry Anderson, co-founder of Conservation Equity Management and Conservation Equity Partners; and Billy Tarrant, Associate Director of Stewardship Services at Borderlands Research Institute. You can check out the episode notes for more information on each of the panelists and links to their respective bios and organizations. - As you'll hear in the conversation, there are a wide range of innovative approaches and tools– from academic to non-profit to market-based– that are allowing Texas to be a trailblazer in private lands conservation in the United States. So we had a lot to cover in this hour-long session, including: The evolution and use of conservation easements, the importance of building solid relationships with landowners, new conservation tools on the horizon, how Texas has exported is private lands conservation tools to other states, data around population growth in Texas, advice for you and aspiring conservationists, and a long list of books, podcasts, and resources that have influenced these conservation leaders. - And just before this conversation, each of the panelists did a brief presentation that summarized all of the important work they are doing in Texas. If you'd like to listen to those talks and access their Powerpoint presentations, there's a link in the episode notes. However, you don't need to listen to those presentations to get full value out of this episode– but they are there if you want to go a little deeper. - If you're interested in conservation and learning from impressive individuals who have devoted their lives to land, stewardship, and conservation, then I know you'll enjoy this episode. Once again, thanks to John Kinsey and the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society for inviting me down to Houston and for giving me the opportunity to have these meaningful conversations. Enjoy! --- Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society The Wildlife Society Panelists Bios Listen to the pre-podcast presentations Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/landscape-scale/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 3:00 – Introduction 5:00 – Discussing the Conservation Easement as a tool, and how it has evolved 10:30 – The importance of relationships in this work 13:30 – What new tools do we need in private lands conservation 22:00 – Discussing the private lands conservation strategies that Texas has been able to export to other states 27:15 – Whether or not the experts predicted the population numbers and growth that Texas is seeing today 29:45 – Advice for young professionals who want to become better storytellers 40:30 – The importance of building relationships with politicians for conservation work 53:00 – Books, podcasts, heroes, and other resources that have influenced the panelists 56:30 – Where the panelists find hope and motivation --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

This is the first of two live episodes that were recorded at the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society's 2023 annual meeting in Houston, Texas. The topic of this panel discussion was Equitable Access to the Outdoors, a subject that is timely and important in all areas of the West, but especially important in Texas, where 93% of the state's land is privately owned. Whether your interest is outdoor recreation, public health, climate change, or public-private conservation partnerships, the ability for people to have access to parks, trails, open spaces, and wild places is becoming more and more important with each passing year. - For this conversation, I was joined on stage by five Texas conservation innovators– folks who are working hard to ensure that Texans of all stripes have ample opportunities to spend time outside– whether in the cities or in the state's more rural areas. In order of their appearance in this conversation, we had Jaime González, Healthy Communities Director for the Nature Conservancy; Sarah Coles, Executive Director of the Texas Children in Nature Network; Immanuel Salas, Texas Parks and Wildlife's R3 Coordinator for Hunting and Shooting Sports; Neal Wilkins, President and CEO of the East Foundation; and Joseph Fitzsimons, conservationist and owner of the San Pedro Ranch. You can check out the episode notes for more information on each of the panelists and links to their respective bios and organizations. - I could've spent hours talking to each of the panelists individually, but as a group, we had a very informative and educational conversation– one that provided a different perspective from some of my past episodes that focused on equitable access. we covered a lot in this hour-long discussion, including: the importance of building thriving cities with ample parks, trails, and outdoor space; how these organizations are working to reverse some of the disheartening trends around children's health and their access to the outdoors; the importance of collaborative partnerships, the R3 program in Texas– what it is, why it's important, and how it is evolving; the role of private landowners in providing access opportunities; the importance of youth education; the role of government; public land in Texas; the need to engage with elected officials; favorite books; and much more. - I learned a lot from this conversation and was honored to share a stage with such an impressive group of people who are working so hard on this all-important issue. Click the link in your podcast player to access all of the notes and links from this episode– we've listed tons of excellent resources from this episode. - Thanks to John Kinsey and the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society for inviting me to host this event, and thank you for listening. Hope you enjoy! --- Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society The Wildlife Society Panelists Bios Full episode note and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/equitable-access/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED 3:04 - An introduction, and then Jaime discusses his work with TNC in Houston 9:25 - The quantitative way that Jaime and TNC evaluate success in connecting youth with the outdoors 11:25 - Sarah introduces Texas Children in Nature Network 15:55 - Sarah explains TCINN's partnership model 19:10 - Immanuel discusses the R3 program and its importance 26:40 - Neil introduces the East Foundation 30:55 - How the East Foundation's educational programs have shifted over time 32:10 - How Joe became involved in public lands conservation work through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission 38:55 - The panelists' experience in dealing with politics and elected officials 46:40 - The panelists discuss the importance of storytelling 58:40 - Panelists' suggestions for books, podcasts, resources to access, etc --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

In this week's episode, we learn all about the largest land-dwelling species of the family Mustelidae, the wolverine, and why they're so special.Part 1: During her first research project in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Katie Moriarty thinks she might have spotted the impossible: a wolverine.Part 2: Science Journalist Katherine J. Wu interviews wildlife ecologist Katie Moriarty to find out more about these mystical wolverines.Dr. Katie Moriarty is a forest wildlife ecologist. Throughout her career, Katie has studied elusive, forest dependent species such as pollinators, mammals, and birds. She is considered a leading expert on the Pacific marten, a small mammal in the weasel family. She currently works as a senior research scientist with the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc. (NCASI) where her research focuses on balancing the needs of sensitive wildlife species and biodiversity, with the goal of conservation within managed forest landscapes. Moriarty received Associate degrees from Sierra Community College, a bachelors from Humboldt State University, and her master's and PhD from Oregon State University. Dr. Moriarty is active within The Wildlife Society, International Martes Working Group, and the IUCN Small Carnivore Group, working towards small carnivore conservation. Katie currently resides in Corvallis, Oregon with her family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode, we learn all about the largest land-dwelling species of the family Mustelidae, the wolverine, and why they're so special. Part 1: During her first research project in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Katie Moriarty thinks she might have spotted the impossible: a wolverine. Part 2: Science Journalist Katherine J. Wu interviews wildlife ecologist Katie Moriarty to find out more about these mystical wolverines. Dr. Katie Moriarty is a forest wildlife ecologist. Throughout her career, Katie has studied elusive, forest dependent species such as pollinators, mammals, and birds. She is considered a leading expert on the Pacific marten, a small mammal in the weasel family. She currently works as a senior research scientist with the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, Inc. (NCASI) where her research focuses on balancing the needs of sensitive wildlife species and biodiversity, with the goal of conservation within managed forest landscapes. Moriarty received Associate degrees from Sierra Community College, a bachelors from Humboldt State University, and her master's and PhD from Oregon State University. Dr. Moriarty is active within The Wildlife Society, International Martes Working Group, and the IUCN Small Carnivore Group, working towards small carnivore conservation. Katie currently resides in Corvallis, Oregon with her family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices