Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast

Arizona’s public lands generate billions for our economy and provide unmatched access for outdoor recreation and wildlife conservation. But what happens if those federal lands are handed over to the state? Find out on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast. Read from the report, "Fiscal Impact of Transferring Federal Lands to Arizona" here.

In this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, host Michael Cravens sits down with Christian Fauser, a rising conservation leader at the Arizona Wildlife Federation. Christian shares his journey from growing up in Tennessee to discovering the wild west and Arizona. The conversation dives into his love for our outdoors and wildlife and into his new role as the Public Lands Coordinator...

The Records of Arizona Big Game is the oldest running state record book in our nation. Its pages are filled with records, data, and amazing stories going back to 1970!  Find out why this exceptional book belongs on the bookshelf of every hunter and wildlife enthusiast in Arizona in this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.   https://azwildlife.org/ https://azwildlife.org/records-of-...

Join us in "streaming" this conversation with Alicia Marrs, Director of Western Water for the National Wildlife Federation. You'll learn about Low Tech Process Based Restoration (LTPBR), which is a very practical, hands-on technique for improving degraded watersheds using natural materials to slow the flow of water. LTPBR helps restore habitats by reducing erosion, increasing infiltration, and res...

Tyler Sladen is a falconer who specializes in the intense and complex art of chasing desert qual with pointers and a goshawk. Listen in as we talk about this and many other aspects of the rich endeavor of falconry.   https://azwildlife.org/   https://www.instagram.com/quail_hawk/   https://www.facebook.com/tyler.sladen   https://www.outdoorlife.com/hunting/photos-falconry-quail-bird-dogs/ https://...

Fireflies are having a moment in Arizona! Given their association with, and reliance on, moist soils and riparian habitats, it's no wonder they are a species of special interest here in our mostly arid state. Join Trica and her guest, Rachel Laura, to hear about Arizona's fireflies and their amazing life histories. You'll also learn about ways you can get involved in the conservation of these amaz...

Listen in with Russell Kuhlman, of the Nevada Wildlife Federation, and I as we talk about the recent fight to keep the sale of our public lands out of the reconciliation bill and what you can expect going forward. https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.ndow.org/  

Listen in as we sit down with Wren House Brewing to learn all about this exciting project that incentivizes public land owners to engage with their representatives in the best way possible! https://www.wrenhousebrewing.com/ https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.backcountryhunters.org/arizona  

Join Trica as she chats with Annita Lucchesi, Program Manager for Artemis,  the National Wildlife Federation's outdoor women's program. You'll hear all about resources, opportunities, access, and support for women in the outdoors. You'll also learn about "Storytelling for a Purpose" and "Grumpy Grandpas!" So tune in! Find out more about Artemis: https://artemis.nwf.org/ Connect with Annita: Lucche...

Our public lands are facing greater threats than ever before. Listen in as we dig into the wild world of public lands policy with MeatEater’s Ryan Callaghan and learn all about why these lands are worth fighting for, current threats to them, and how you can help keep public lands in public hands. https://azwildlife.org/2025-Arizona-Bill-Tracker https://www.themeateater.com/listen/cals-week-in-revi...

Join host, Trica as she chats with Woniya Thibeault about Woniya's time on the Alone show, her book Never Alone: A Solo Arctic Survival Journey, connecting with nature and "seeing with wild, more capable eyes," survival skills, the ethics and value of hunting, and about her upcoming online skills gathering.  For a special discount code to Woniya's current online skills gathering, listen to the pod...

Credited with bringing many iconic North American species back from the brink of extinction and maintaining healthy and robust wildlife populations throughout our country, the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation has proven to be an astounding success. Still, there are politics and policies at play that threaten to dismantle this critical science based model of conservation in Arizona and...

In this episode, Trica chats with Chay Venrick, an outdoor ambassador who is totally fit to inspire. Chay shares how she found inspiration and health in nature, changed her life, and began helping others find fitness and happiness through inclusive outdoor activities. Follow Chay on Instagram - @easydoesithiking Outdoor Afro - www.outdoorafro.org Girl Trek - www.girltrek.org Getting Closer Everyda...

Listen in as we explore conservation on private land and learn all about Arizona’s Babbitt Ranches with our special guest Billy Cordasco.   https://www.azwildlife.org/   https://www.babbittranches.com/ https://www.babbittranches.com/podcast  

Join us on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast as we discuss all things fly fishing, kids, and a dynamic program that brings them together: The Mayfly Project.   https://themayflyproject.com/ https://www.azwildlife.org/  

Listen in as your host, Trica, chats with wildlife biologist, Cheryl Mollohan, to learn all about Bobcats in Tucson. Be amazed with the results from this study of bobcats living along the urban/wildlands interface! Learn more about Bobcats in Tucson here: https://bobcatsintucson.net/ Reach out to Cheryl or submit bobcats photos and sightings at bobcatsintucson@gmail.com   Remember to support AWF!...

Join Trica for her first episode of the AWF podcast as she and her guests discuss the Desert Fence Busters, a collaborative group of conservation organizations and agencies who share the common mission of removing outdated barbed wire fencing from the landscape to enhance wildlife movement and safety.   Sign up for a Desert Fence Busters event:  https://volunteer.azgfd.gov/agency/detail/?agency_id...

Arizona is a hotspot for reptile diversity in our nation. Like the iconic western diamond-backed rattlesnake, some species are well known, but others, like the little New Mexico ridged rattlesnake, are much more obscure. Listen in as we explore conservation and recovery efforts underway for one of Arizona’s most seldom encountered rattlesnakes!  

Is non-lead ammunition effective for hunting? How does lead affect humans, birds of prey, and other wildlife? Why aren’t we all shooting non-lead ammo? Listen in and learn the answers to these questions and more with our guest, President and CEO of the Peregrine Fund, Chris Parish. https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://peregrinefund.org/ https://www.backcountryhunters.org/arizona_events  

September 1st is a highly anticipated date here in Arizona as well as across our nation. Hunters young and old look forward to fast action wing shooting and dove poppers sizzling on the grill! From scouting, to gear, to processing and cooking, learn all about this fun method of grocery shopping on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast. https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.back...

Are monarch butterflies imperiled? Where do monarchs overwinter? Can you grow milkweeds in your garden? Where can you buy milkweeds? Learn the answers to these questions and so much more on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast! https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://in.nau.edu/greenhouse/projects-and-activities/milkweeds-for-monarchs

From the natural history of bighorn sheep in Arizona to the efforts to keep them on the landscape today, learn all about these amazing animals, hunting for them, and their conservation on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.   https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://adbss.org/

The upper Verde River isn’t only a valuable resource to those that enjoy recreating on Arizona’s public lands and waters, it’s also the home and habitat to countless species of wildlife including several that are threatened and endangered. In this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, learn all about this amazing river and the effort to designate it as Wild and Scenic. https://www.az...

Mearns, or Montezuma, quail are a little bird with a big game reputation in the sporting community. Listen in as one of Arizona’s premier upland guides gives his perspectives on Mearns quail management and conservation.   https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.davebrownoutfitters.com/  

Listen in while we deep dive on the Gould's wild turkey! From their natural history, to hunting, to their successful reintroduction to Arizona, we cover it all with our guest John Millican on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast!   https://azwildlife.org/