Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast

Sep 30 2024 61 ep. 71 mins 39

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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.

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Desert Fence Busters

Sep 30 2024 64 mins

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Busters, a collaborative group of conservation organizations and agencies who share the common mission of removing outdated barbed wire fencing from the landscape to enhance wildlife movement and safety.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

Conservation and Recovery of the New Mexico Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake

Sep 16 2024 76 mins

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

Aug 27 2024 71 mins

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_e

September Doves

Aug 12 2024 59 mins

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/

AZ Milkweeds for Monarchs

Jul 15 2024 87 mins

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

Jul 01 2024 67 mins

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

Jun 03 2024 57 mins

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

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

May 13 2024 70 mins

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

Apr 22 2024 78 mins

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.

Apr 08 2024 50 mins

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 passio