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If one wants to learn to play the guitar, a quick search on Google will likely reveal a variety of instructors in your state willing to provide lessons. If you have a guitar, and maybe even if you don't, the process of beginning to learn how to pick the strings is relatively easy. A quick internet search, a couple phone calls and a few dollars later, one will likely be receiving professional coach...

Join Big Addison and Jesse Deubel as they discuss the history and magnificence of Columbus, NM and the vast public lands surrounding this quaint community. Today, most visitors to Columbus are there for a short stop while en route to Old Mexico. Situated just a few miles north of the port of entry to Palomas, MX visitors often stay on the US side of the border and walk over to Mexico for shopping,...

"I'm only one person so I can't make a difference...said eight billion people." "A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they know they shall never sit." Both of these quotes came up during this great conversation between Jesse Deubel, Matthew Monjaras, Justin Trussell and Anthony Lucero. This dynamic group discusses a variety of topics including waterfowl hunting, water mana...

Description: There are numerous barriers to entry for new hunters and those returning to the activity after a long absence. Recruiting a good mentor can help shorten the learning curve. Access to knowledge provided by a mentor can provide guidance regarding when, where and how to pursue our quarry. It's also important to be equipped with the right gear when entering the field, especially in remote...

In the last episode [episode 30] Jeremy Romero and Jesse Deubel covered the pre-hunt planning and preparation that ultimately contributed to confidence and success during the hunt. In this episode, the conversation turns to the series of events that occurred in the backcountry while pursuing the bull of a lifetime. The conversation continues on to discuss meat care, the pack-out and an array of ot...

In spring of 2023 Jeremy Romero, Regional Connectivity Coordinator with the National Wildlife Federation received the news that he had drawn a coveted public land elk tag through New Mexico's big game public draw. Jeremy immediately went to work on building a plan so he could make the most of this tremendous opportunity. Hall of fame automobile racer Bobby Unser said, "Success is where preparation...

In this episode Jesse Deubel interviews his good friend Matthew Monjaras about the tremendous work Matt is doing as the founder of Impact Outdoors. The mission of Impact Outdoors is to impact communities through education, conservation, and meaningful outdoor opportunities. Their team achieves this mission through strong relationships, community involvement, dedicated volunteers, and a strong pass...

In the summer of 2022 the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish successfully acquired nearly 55,000 acres of previously private land and added it to the Marquez Wildlife Management Area. This public land expansion has already proven to provide significant benefits to wildlife and to New Mexico's human residents. This property was purchased by a willing buyer from a willing seller. In this episode...

Dr. Blair Wolf is a professor of biology and as an ecological physiologist-animal ecologist is interested in how animals cope with challenges of desert environments. He is also a long-time member of the board of directors of the New Mexico Wildlife Federation. Recently, Blair Wolf helped to recruit the newest member of NMWF's board. Blair refers to Dr. Carlos Martinez del Rio as one of his mentors...

In this episode Jesse Deubel shares a conversation recently had by Randy Newberg and Shane Mahoney. Herein, these two conservation leaders begin a deep dive into Conservation Vision's "Wild Harvest Initiative." This discussion is the first in a five-part series. The New Mexico Wildlife Federation is a proud partner of the Wild Harvest Initiative. We are honored to introduce you to the most compreh...

New Mexico has become the poster child for the privatization of wildlife in the United States. The privatization, commodification and commercialization of wildlife, which is supposed to be managed as a public trust resource has countless consequences to the future of hunting. How is it that this state, with such a deep hunting culture and tradition allowed the opportunity to pursue wild game to be...

In this episode Jesse Deubel and John Stallone talk about the importance of reclaiming the wolf. As apex predators, human hunters and wild wolves have much in common. Over the years though, many hunters have perceived wolves as competition for the prey species that human hunters also pursue to feed our families. Perhaps because of this relationship that some hunters view as adversarial, the image...

In a major victory for public access, the Supreme Court of the United States has declined to hear arguments from landowners who claimed that a New Mexico court ruling upholding the public’s right to access rivers and streams that flow over private property amounted to an impermissible government taking. The supreme court on Monday denied a petition filed by Chama Troutstalkers, LLC and Z&T Cat...

For many Americans living in urban centers, the barriers of entry into hunting, fishing and spending time in nature can be immense. Arlando Chiles was living in one such environment during a challenging time in his life. A series of unfortunate events had led to him being evicted from his home. As he was packing his belongings and grappling with the fear of having no place to go, his television ra...

"A Lovely Tongue Sandwich" is a recipe found in Hank Shaw's amazing cookbook, "Buck, Buck, Moose" on page 247. Podcast host, Jesse Deubel describes this as his favorite wild game recipe followed by "Liver Mousse" which is on page 323 of "Pheasant, Quail, Cottontail" also written by author, chef and hunter Hank Shaw. In this episode Jesse and Hank are joined by NMWF's very own Ray Trejo as the grou...

Adrian Angulo and Jesse Deubel sit down with Sarah Candelaria and Laura Lewis to talk all about the youth programming offered by the New Mexico Wildlife Federation through Nature Niños New Mexico. Learn how Sarah Candelaria turned her vision into reality by growing New Mexico’s premier environmental education and outdoor learning platform. When a child catches their first trout, sees an eagle take...

The Sandhill crane is believed to be one of oldest living bird species in the world, having occupied our planet for roughly two million years. Throughout their existence migratory Sandhill cranes (Antigone canadensis) have been migrating thousands of miles between their summer and winter ranges. The changes that have occurred along this route over this span of time is difficult to imagine. In rece...

Black Horn Guide Services is a no-nonsense hunting outfitter/guide service that specializes in providing intense outdoor hunting experiences for adventurous appetites. Regardless of your hunting experience, Ryan Gentry and Cole Johnson will teach you things in the field and will push you to your limits. Entering their first year in business, these two entrepreneurs are dedicated to helping people...

As a young boy from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, Gabriel Vasquez had a very negative experience when his father first introduced him to camping, fishing and enjoying the outdoors on public land in New Mexico. Gabe's father was undeterred. The resoluteness displayed by his dad had a profound impact on Gabe who went on to become an avid outdoorsman and a professional conservationist. Currently Gabe works...

Warning: Contains Adult Language Christopher Allen coined the term "Hoodneck" as a play on words to describe himself as a person who grew up in the hood and also identified as a redneck. The term would later become the name of Chris' 501c3 non-profit organization which focuses on the recruitment, retention & reactivation of sport shooters, hunters, anglers & farmers. According to their mission sta...

About 125 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period, Tyrannosaurus roamed the land on continents that were positioned very differently than they are today. Ths skies were filled with Pterodactyls and a variety of other pterosaurs. The oceans teemed with giant sea dinosaurs like Mosasaurs and Elasmosaurids that grew longer than 50 feet. In the freshwaters, fish from the family Polyodontidae s...

On June 3, 1924, the Gila Wilderness became the first officially designated wilderness in the world. Including the acreage from the Aldo Leopold Wilderness and the Blue Range Wilderness, this wilderness complex encompasses 558,014 acres of purely wild and rugged landscape. This 872 square miles of breathtaking wilderness is managed by the Gila National Forest. In anticipation of its centennial bir...

Ivan Valdez is an owner of the Reel Life Fly Shop in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In addition to running a retail operation, Ivan is also a professional Fly Fishing Guide. Gregg Flores is the founder and owner of "Where the River Runs." Where the River Runs or WTRR as it is often referred to is a content creation company. Ivan helps travelers to New Mexico make lasting memories on New Mexico's trout stre...

"Camo at the Capitol" is an event that takes place annually in many states across the West. This concept was actualized by the National Wildlife Federation and its affiliates. In this episode Jesse Deubel sits down with Aaron Kindle from the National Wildlife Federation, Craig Benjamin also from NWF and famed outdoor journalist Tracy Ross. The conversation takes place in Cheyenne, Wyoming immediat...

In this episode Jesse Deubel speaks with Kevin Bixby from "Wildlife For All" and Andre Miller from "Western Resources Advocates." The topic of conversation is conservation funding. Who pays to manage the wildlife that belongs equally to all the residents of New Mexico? How does New Mexico compare to other states? This diverse trio of public land and wildlife enthusiasts examines current funding me...