Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast

Making the Switch

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 Doves

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.backcountryhunters.org/arizona_events

 

 

AZ Milkweeds for Monarchs

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

Affiliate Spotlight: Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society

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: A Wild and Scenic River

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.azwildlife.org/

https://www.americanrivers.org/the-upper-verde-river-a-wild-and-scenic-river/

All About Mearns Quail: Hunting, Habitat, and Management with Dave Brown Outfitters

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/ 

Everything Gould's Wild Turkey

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/

Meet Trica! Your New Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast Cohost.

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 makes her a natural fit for the show. Listen in and learn all about Trica and her plans for the podcast! 

https://www.azwildlife.org/

Lion Hunting

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.

 

https://www.azwildlife.org/ 

https://azhuntingguide.com/about/ 

 

 

Arizona's Native Pollinators!

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.

https://www.azwildlife.org/

https://www.azwildlife.org/Advocacy-Coordinator

https://www.azwildlife.org/garden-for-wildlife

https://monarchwatch.org/waystations/

Stephen Buchmann buchmann.stephen@gmail.com

Bruce Taubert abtaubert@q.com