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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
Sunday Jan 29, 2023
Sunday Jan 29, 2023
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.arizonaelksociety.org/wild-in-the-city
https://www.register-ed.com/programs/arizona/170-outdoor-skills-network
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
Sunday Jan 15, 2023
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.arizonaelksociety.org/
http://www.saquailforever.com/
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
If you’ve been curious about fly fishing, but just don’t know how to get started, then this is the episode for you! Listen in and learn how you can get hands-on and in-person instruction with one of Arizona’s premier fly fisherman, Jim Strogen.
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Sunday Dec 18, 2022
Javelina are one of the most interesting, fun, and tasty animals running around Arizona. Listen in while I sit down with DJ Zor as we not only clear up some common misconceptions but also cover a lot of tips and techniques for hunting, processing, and cooking these magnificent animals.
https://www.register-ed.com/programs/arizona/170-outdoor-skills-network
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Waterfowl hunting in Arizona can be a bit of a mystery to many of our state's hunters. In this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, Colin Shepherd, Area Chairman of Scottsdale Ducks Unlimited not only sheds some light on waterfowl hunting in our state but also tells us all about Scottsdale Ducks Unlimited, the good work that they do, and how you can get involved.
https://www.facebook.com/ScottsdaleDU/
https://arizonapredatorcallers.com/
https://www.register-ed.com/programs/arizona/170-outdoor-skills-network
https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/event/be-outdoors-arizona-open-house/
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Most of us eat meat but few of us obtain it for ourselves. Taking to the field to kill and harvest your own meat can be an overwhelming and emotional endeavor for many. On this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Podcast, we sit down with a new hunter who just harvested her first deer to explore the emotions and feelings that accompanied the experience.
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Water is an invaluable resource to all Americans and it’s a resource that demands protections. Listen in and learn all about water protections in Arizona and the United States, learn what’s at stake, and learn about the current threats to this precious resource that we all depend on.
https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/wild-in-the-city
Trout in the Classroom - Contact Jim Walker at James.L.Walker@cox.net
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Children harbor a strong natural curiosity about the outdoors and wildlife and they can benefit greatly from time spent in wild spaces. On this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast, we talk with Tim Hepworth, of Tim and Wren on Instagram, about the wonders of getting children into the outdoors and even navigate some of the questions and difficulties that can arise when doing so.
https://www.instagram.com/timandwren/
The famous video! https://www.instagram.com/p/CV7zv1lpV2n/
Arizona Elk Society
Youth Event
Click here to volunteer: https://arizonaelksociety.activehosted.com/f/33
For more information: https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/wild-in-the-city
Houston Draw Fence Removal
Southern Arizona Quail Forever
Scaled Quail and Turtle Surveys
To RSVP or for more information please contact Zack May at soazqf@gmail.com
Sunday Oct 09, 2022
Sunday Oct 09, 2022
Feral horses are a growing problem in Arizona and their management is fraught with issues. Find out just how these animals are detrimental to our native wildlife and some of the challenges associated with getting the situation under control in this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast with Bob Vahle and John Koleszar.
https://www.azwildlife.org/BOW
https://www.arizonaelksociety.org/
https://beoutdoorsarizona.org/
https://azsfwc.org/
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Squirrel hunting, overlooked by some and dearly loved by others. Whether you're new to squirrel hunting or you're a seasoned pro, you're bound to walk away with some new tips and insight after listening to this discussion with Johnathan O'Dell.
https://www.azwildlife.org/
Fly Fishers Arizona Contact: John Doss - 623-229-8335
http://www.saquailforever.com/
https://paysonrimcountry.com/adult-programs/
https://www.register-ed.com/programs/arizona/170-outdoor-skills-network