Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast

The Mayfly Project

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/ 

Bobcats in Tucson

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! Visit www.azwildlife.org/donate

Desert Fence Busters

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Busters, a collaborative group of conservation organizations and agencies who share the common mission of removing outdated barbed wire fencing from the landscape to enhance wildlife movement and safety.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=154137

Learn about the Friends of Ironwood Forest:

https://ironwoodforest.org/

Here's more on the Desert Fence Busters:

https://www.sonorandesert.org/learning-more/remote-camera-wildlife-monitoring-project/desertfencebusters/

Here's the Desert Fence Busters training video:

https://www.sonorandesert.org/fencebusters/#/

Additional questions? You can reach Scott at: ssprague@azgfd.gov or Dave at dave@ironwoodforest.org

 

Conservation and Recovery of the New Mexico Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake

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!  

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/