Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast

On this special episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, we're excited to introduce you to your new cohost of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast! While Trica Oshant Hawkins' official role is Conservation Programs Director for the Arizona Wildlife Federation, her passion for conservation, and all things wild, along with her natural ability to communicate those passions to others mak...

Lion hunting brings about strong emotions in a lot of folks. Regardless of your feelings about the hunting of lions, or other predators, it’s important to have an understanding of the pursuit and those who love it. Listen in to this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast where we sit down with Doug Boykin of Boyken Guides and Outfitters and explore the fascinating world of lion hunting...

What do you do when you come across a hive of Africanized bees? How do pollinating insects relate to hunting? Are insects disappearing? Learn these answers and more on this fascinating episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast with UA Research Scientist in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Stephen Buchmann and Author, Photographer, Teacher, retired Game and Fish Biologist, Bruce Taubert....

Join us as we dive into the complex and sometimes controversial topic of hunting bans with our guest John Stallone of Howl for Wildlife.   https://www.howlforwildlife.org/ https://azwildlife.org/ https://aztrail.org/  

Why would anyone want to limit themselves by turning their backs on modern technology in hunting equipment? Find out on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast with traditional bowhunter and conservationist, Greg Munther.   https://azwildlife.org/

It’s wintertime in Arizona and for many that means one thing, quail hunting! In this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, I get to sit down with Brian Lathrop from Valley of the Sun Quail Forever and Jim Littlejohn from Southern Arizona Quail Forever and talk all about quail hunting and quail conservation. Listen in and learn all about chasing these amazing little birds and the grea...

Arizona's waters are vital to our wildlife and our quality of life. Listen in and learn what's in store for our state’s waters and water policy following the Sackett v. EPA Supreme Court case with Chuck Podolak, Director of the Arizona Water Infrastructure Finance Authority.   https://azwildlife.org/

While fall in Arizona is great for a multitude of outdoor activities, fishing should have a prominent place near the top of the list. Listen in and learn all about Arizona’s ample fishing opportunities. From bluegill in your local community lake, to giant flathead catfish, to trophy bass and trout, we cover them all in this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.   https://azwildlife.o...

We are blessed in Arizona to have ample public lands to support wildlife and wildlife habitat. Still, challenges persist in regards to habitat fragmentation from roadways and energy transmission. Listen in with Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Statewide Connectivity Biologist, Jeff Gagnon, and discover some of the science behind wildlife migrations and how we are working to mitigate the impacts...

Even for those the furthest removed from our amazing wild places and wildlife, bears stir up deep and powerful emotions in us all. This couldn’t be truer for those that enjoy pursuing these magnificent animals to bring home to the dinner table. If you're one of these hunters, or even if you're just curious about bear hunting, this podcast is for you. Josh Kirchner, aka the Dialed in Hunter, is one...

Listen in and learn all about the National Wildlife Federation's Garden for Wildlife Program. From an apartment balcony, to a suburban yard, all the way to an entire community, improving and creating habitat around our space not only benefits wildlife but also enriches the quality of our lives. https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.nwf.org/home/garden-for-wildlife https://www.backcountryhunters....

Trapping for food and fur is an ancient pastime that is still practiced today by many. Despite this, the general public and even some in the sporting community, know little about it. Listen in on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation and learn all about trapping in Arizona and maybe even clear up a few misconceptions.   https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://arizonatrappersassociation.com/i...

The Arizona Wildlife Federation serves as the state affiliate for the National Wildlife Federation, the largest conservation organization in our Country. Listen in with my Guests Lew Carpenter and Aaron Kindle and learn all about this relationship and how it benefits our wildlife, habitat, and public lands in Arizona and across our Nation.    https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.nwf.org/ https:...

Listen in as we discover the complex and rich world of Falconry with Arizona's own Nathan Danforth from Sky Island Falconry Experience.   https://azwildlife.org/ https://skyislandfalconry.org/ https://azwildlife.org/BOW https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/elk-clinic Hunter Education Volunteer Contact: DANIELLE KLAAS | HUNTING & SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM MANAGER ARIZONA GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT  PH...

Listen in with Scott Garlid of the Arizona Wildlife Federation and Nate Reese of Trout Unlimited as we discuss the proposed Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Grand Canyon National Monument, what this means for the sporting community, and the work being done to ensure access for hunting and angling.

Please join us on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast as we sit down with Dave O’Connell of Bearizona. This conversation goes way beyond the walls of this impressive facility and their amazing animals as we explore the roles that zoos and aquariums play in the conservation of our wildlife. https://bearizona.com   https://www.azwildlife.org https://azantelope.org/event www.nwtfh...

Inspired by Orvis’s commitment to conservation, today we are sitting down with Orvis’s own Tom Rosenbauer to chat about fly fishing and conservation. Tom’s easy going personality, conservation ethos, and commitment to teaching have made him an iconic and much loved figure in the fly fishing community. For the whole month of May, during the Orvis Give Back Days, you can save ten percent on your pur...

No matter how you spend your time enjoying Arizona's great outdoors, including a field guide and a pair of binoculars in your pack for pursuing our diverse array of bird species is sure to add to your fun. Whether you’re already a seasoned pro or you’re just getting into birding, you're bound to learn something new from our expert guests Tice Supplee and Jennie MacFarland about the captivating wor...

Spring is in the air and, to many, this congers up dreams of thundering gobbles ringing across the Arizona landscape. Spring gobblers are one of the most exciting, and challenging, game species to pursue in our state. Listen in as Roy Crane and Jesse Warner of the National Wild Turkey Federation give you all the tips, tricks, and knowledge that you'll need to be successful in the turkey woods this...

Join me as I sit down with AJ Murosky of Valley of the Sun Quail Forever and Nathan Fyffe of the Arizona Game and Fish Department as we dig into the whats and hows of the Arizona Small Game Challenge. You'll not only learn all about this amazing challenge but you'll also be taken along on the race to be the first person to finish it.    https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.votsqf.com/ https://w...

Our public lands are the foundation of hunting, angling, and all outdoor recreation in Arizona and beyond. Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is on the front lines fighting back against throes that wish to privatize and profit from them. Find out why I, and so many others, love this great conservation organization in this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast with President and CEO, Land...

In this important episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, we sit down with Daniela Zavala and Max Trujillo of HECHO (Hispanics enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors) to talk about the why’s and how’s of connecting the different demographics in the sporting and outdoor recreation spaces for the betterment of wildlife, habitat, public lands, and people.   https://www.azwildlife.org...

Today's show is all about fire!   There is so much to learn in this episode that I don't even know where to start. How do these devastating wildfires get started? More importantly, how can we prevent them from starting in the first place? With that, why on earth is the Forest Service out there lighting some fires on purpose? Ever drive by a logging project and wonder what's going on? What's all th...

On this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, I sit down with Ben O'Brien as we chat about and dissect several aspects of hunting and some of the complexities that accompany it like taking children into the field, trophy hunting, predators, and the pros and cons of social media.  https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/wild-in-the-city https://www.register-ed.co...

Trout Unlimited brings together diverse interests to care for and recover rivers and streams, so our children can experience the joy of wild and native trout and salmon. Join me as I sit down with Jim Walker and Nate Rees of Trout Unlimited as we learn about the good work this organization does across our state and our nation.   https://www.azwildlife.org/ https://az-tu.org/ https://azflycasters.o...