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The Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, with its host Michael Cravens, brings you the stories of wildlife, wild places, and those people who value them the most. From hunting and angling to birding and gardening, we‘ll keep you informed of issues, events, and activities from around the beautiful and diverse state of Arizona. Since 1923, Arizona Wildlife Federation has united Arizonans and decision makers around science-based solutions to conserve our state’s wildlife, wildlife habitat, and public lands for generations to come.
Episodes
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Bear Hunting in Arizona with the Dialed in Hunter
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
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 of the best bear hunters that I know and his thoughtful way of relaying his experience and expertise in all of his media is sure to make you a better bear hunter. Listen in for tips to help you in the upcoming season or just to simply just get a glimpse into the exciting world of bear hunting!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ItIjVnltPYvPWohOPk0dQ
https://www.facebook.com/dialedinhunter/
https://www.instagram.com/dialedinhunter/?hl=en
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Garden for Wildlife
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
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.nwf.org/home/garden-for-wildlife
https://www.backcountryhunters.org/4th_annual_dove_hunt_with_arizona_bha
https://www.backcountryhunters.org/4th_annual_dove
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Trapping in Arizona with the Arizona Trappers Association
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
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://arizonatrappersassociation.com/index.html
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
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://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/national-wildlife-federation-outdoors/id1403554700
https://www.backcountryhunters.org/arizona_events
https://www.votsqf.com/calendar.html
https://aztrail.org/
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Falconry in Arizona and Beyond
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Listen in as we discover the complex and rich world of Falconry with Arizona's own Nathan Danforth from Sky Island Falconry Experience.
https://skyislandfalconry.org/
https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/elk-clinic
Hunter Education Volunteer Contact:
DANIELLE KLAAS | HUNTING & SHOOTING SPORTS PROGRAM MANAGER
ARIZONA GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT
PHONE: 480-318-9430
EMAIL: dklaas@azgfd.gov
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
Sunday Jun 04, 2023
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.
Monday May 22, 2023
Bearizona - the Relationship Between Animal Care and Conservation
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
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://www.azwildlife.org/BOW
Sunday May 07, 2023
Conservation and Fly Fishing with Tom Rosenbauer
Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
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 purchase at the Phoenix Orvis store with a donation of ten dollars to the Arizona Wildlife Federation!
Arizona Wildlife Federation
Orvis Phoenix
https://stores.orvis.com/us/arizona/phoenix
Arizona Antelope Foundation - Big Lake Grassland Ecosystem Fence Modification
Sign up online at https://azantelope.org/event-5254746 or call Dave Cagle at (928) 242-9871 or info@azantelope.org
Arizona Elk Society - Dickenson Flat Habitat Project
Volunteer online at http://arizonaelksociety.activehosted.com/f/92 or for questions call: 623-444-4147
Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
All About Birding in Arizona
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
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 world of bird watching.
https://www.backcountryhunters.org/arizona_events
https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/annual-events
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Spring Turkey Hunting in Arizona with the NWTF
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
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 spring.
Arizona Wildlife Federation
National Wild Turkey Federation
Fish AZ Network
https://register-ed.com/programs/arizona/239-fishaz-network
AZGFD Spring Gould's Turkey Survey
Contact John Millican at j2dbmill@msn.com or Officer Brit Oleson at boleson@azgfd.gov
Earth Day Work at SAQF Habitat Project
Contact Zack May 520-301-8135 or Jim Littlejohn 520-490-1374
Arizona Predator Callers
Contact jerry.d.thorson@gmail.com or call 602-292-6337
The Huachuca Gould’s Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation Introductory Event
Pre-register or information: www.nwtfhuagoulds.org or contact David Kemnitz at 678-520-4287, or Wayne Kaiser at 520-678-9827
Marvin Robbins Youth Turkey Camp
https://register-ed.com/events/view/183117
Arizona Trail Association Administrative Director Position
https://aztrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/admin-director-employment-opportunity.pdf