Conservation Unfiltered

In today's episode, Jason talks with Jim Feaga and Jeremy Mercer of Ducks Unlimited. Jim is the Regional Biologist for PA, NJ, Long Island, and Coastal CT, who holds a B.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from PSU and M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from Mississippi State University. Jeremy is DU's fundraising and volunteering guru who has been working for the Ducks since 2002. Jason, Jim, and Jeremy discuss how DU got started, the conservation work DU has been able to implement, and how you can help support all wetland dependent species, especial ducks. To learn more about Ducks Unlimited, check out their website: www.ducks.org

This week, Jason is joined by another born and raised Pennsylvania guy, Corrie Bigelow. Corrie is a SW PA native who currently works as an army recruiter in Kentucky. They discuss his journey into bird dogs, tips for getting the most out of your dog, and his new passion: Bluegrass Uplanders. To find Bluegrass Uplanders content, find them on Instagram and Facebook: @bluegrassuplanders I want to say a big thank you for taking the time to listen and an even bigger thank you to those of you who have reached out with your comments and suggestions. This podcast doesn’t get to 50 episodes without great guests and even better listeners!

This week Jason takes a slightly different path. He has tried to model this podcast in a way to bring listeners information from experts in the fields associated with conservation. But, this time, let’s talk to an average person, Dale Wilsey. Dale is a PA guy who I met through social media. Dale will give you his background to start the conversation which is pretty important. It’s important because stay at home orders have made a huge impact on people’s lives. For some, it has caused some physical, mental, and emotional stress. We have both found outdoor activities to help us relax and recenter ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. So, why not talk to some psychological expert? Because it’s the average person, like Dale, who can relate the best to the benefits that outdoor activities provide. You can find Dale on Instagram @d.wilsey.jr

In today's episode, Jason talks with Marcus Lashley. Marcus is an assistant professor at the University of Florida where he has focused his extension program on understanding the role of soil disturbance and fire ecology in managing wildlife habitat, particularly of game species. Since spring has sprung, or is trying to, mother nature is providing us with a lot of green scenery. The annual green up and last week’s podcast got Jason thinking about how mother nature never leaves the ground bare. To that end, how can we provide good, nutritious vegetation for wildlife with as little effort as possible. To talk about just that, Jason spoke with Marcus over the phone.  Fire isn’t something that is widely used in northern states so we have a lot to learn from the south states how to use prescribed fire to benefit turkey, deer, and other wildlife. You can find Marcus on Twitter and at ufl.edu.

It’s the time of year that every habitat manager lives for: Spring! If you’re like me, you spent all winter thinking about what you need to do in 2020 as part of your habitat plan. Many of you may be planning to plant food plots and if you are, I have a guest who will be talking about a different approach to food plotting. Today’s guest is Jason Snavely of Drop-Tine Consulting, Drop-Tine Seed Company,  and the Drop-Tine Podcast. This guy knows his stuff! Jason fills us in on what Regenerative Agriculture can offer habitat managers, how we can get started, and the importance of soil health. I want to give you all a quick warning that this is a long episode, but the information makes it well worth it! Honestly, Jason and I are just scratching the surface of this topic. You can contact Jason at: www.droptineseed.com or www.droptinewildlife.com Find him on Instagram, Facebook, or Facebook again.

In today's episode, Jason will be talking with Kayla Fratt, the communications and outreach coordinator with Working Dogs for Conservation. Kayla is a trained biologist and experienced dog handler. After receiving her degree from Colorado College, she discovered she could link her love of biology with conservation detection dogs. Listen in for details on what working dogs for conservation does, how dogs are helping the conservation mission, and how you can get help WD4C. To learn more about WD4C, visit them: wd4c.org Find WD4C on social media: Faceboook, Instagram, YouTube

On today's episode, Jason shares a little political talk, but without the politics. He is talking about the wildlife found in the Sky Island. Sky Island is located in Southeastern Arizona and Northwestern Mexico. The US-Mexico border crosses right through this beautiful country. Our tour guide is the Program Director for the Sky Island Alliance, Emily Burns. Emily has a 15 year resume of helping wildlife. She has worked for the Save the Redwoods League, started the citizen science project: Fern Watch and now, is the lead scientist of a wildlife study at the proposed site of a new section of border wall. Listen in as I talk with Emily about how the study is being conducted, why we even need this study, and what the Sky Island Alliance hopes to do with the information. To find out more information, visit the Sky Island Alliance Follow Sky Island Alliance on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook

In today's episode, Jason talks with Eric Lance. Eric is a professionally certified wildlife biologist and natural resource professional. He owns and operates a private consulting company that focuses on helping private landowners manage their properties. Eric is also a professor at Kent State University in the Dept. of Biological Sciences. To learn more about his business and reach out for consultation, visit www.lansourceconsulting.com

In today's episode, Jason talks with Mike Chamberlain. Mike is a professor of wildlife ecology and management at the University of Georgia. He conducts applied research on various species, but specialize in work on wild turkeys. Topics discussed include trapping and GPS tracking, habitat management for turkey, nesting trends, and how turkey respond to hunting pressure. Interested in learning more about his research? Find him on Twitter: @wildturkeydoc

In today's episode, Jason talks with returning guest: Brian Keyser. Brian is a State Wildlife Investigator for the Ohio Division of Wildlife and was previously on episode 9. Brian tells us about a recent poaching case he wrapped up, how to effectively catch a wild swarm of honey bees, and how to start and maintain your own hive.

In today’s episode, Jason talks with Lindsay Persico, a modern day badass. Lindsay is a lifelong hunter and mountaineer in Idaho, who also spent time as an early mother in a one room cabin without running water or electricity. Recently, Lindsay was a participant on the Alone: The Beast TV show on the History channel. Jason and Lindsay talk about her experience on the show and how it changed her.

On today's episode, Jason talks with Talan about what they have been up to lately. Listen in as they discuss house moving, cabin fever, maple syrup, venison roasts, PGC biologists, habitat improvements, and spring turkey season!

In today's episode, Jason talks with Linda Ordiway of the Ruffed Grouse Society. Linda in the Mid-Atlantic, Southern, and Appalachian Regional Biologist for the RGS. Established in 1961, the Ruffed Grouse Society is North America’s foremost conservation organization dedicated to preserving our sporting traditions by creating healthy forest habitat for ruffed grouse, American woodcock and other wildlife. RGS works with landowners and government agencies to develop critical habitat utilizing scientific management practices. To join RGS or AWS, go to ruffedgrousesociety.org and click the membership tab at the top of the page.

In today's episode, Jason talks with Kyle Campbell. Kyle is an outdoor photographer and videographer for Wired Outdoors. Jason and Kyle discuss some times for filming hunts, gear you may need, and what differences he noticed most when he moved from Missouri to Pennsylvania. Wired Outdoors a Pennsylvania based, outdoor media company that includes Tooth and Claw TV and Living to Fish TV as affiliated shows. You can find these shows on YouTube, Amazon Prime, and Roku.

In today's episode, Jason and Jeff discuss their day at the Great American Outdoor Show. The GAOS is held in Harrisburg, PA every year in February. It is billed as the largest consumer outdoor show, the sprawling 24 indoor acres of the PA Farm Show Complex. Before attending the show, both Jason and Jeff volunteered at the QDMA booth. Listen in as they discuss the show, what keeps drawing them back to the show, and why Jason decided to volunteer on his birthday.

In today's episode, Jason talks with Matt Ross of the QDMA. Matt is the Assistant Director of Conservation at QDMA. Matt brings us news on some price changes for the Deer Steward program, what you’ll learn taking the in-person Deer Steward 2 course, and where you can find an in-person module in 2020. If you want to take your deer and habitat knowledge to top shelf level, you’ll want to register for one of these in-person courses ASAP! Registration opens February 3rd and the spots fill up fast, so register at www.qdma.com soon!

On today’s episode, Jason talks with Neil Hoefs. Neil is a bird dog owner, dedicated upland bird hunter, and long time Pheasants Forever member. Listen in they discuss training a new bird dog, why pheasants are such a cool bird to hunt, and the awesomeness that is Pheasants Forever.

On today's episode, Jason and Talan detail what you should expect from Conserve The Wild during this year. They introduce an increase to content across the board, some new initiatives, and big steps being taken in pursuit of conservation. To reach out to us to volunteer or learn more about the new initiatives, check out our website!

In today's episode, Jason talks with Jared Wiklund of Pheasants Forever. Jared Wiklund is the Public Relations Manager for Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever headquartered in St. Paul, MN. Jared’s primary responsibilities include writing press releases, articles for the Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever websites/journals, fostering relationships with outdoor media outlets and journalists, and being a co-host on the On the Wing Podcast. Pheasants Forever is a conservation organizations that is dedicated to the conservation of pheasants, quail and other wildlife through habitat improvements, public awareness, education, and land management policies and programs. Their main focus is restoring habitat for Pheasants and Quail through conservation efforts and educating landowners of management programs available to them. To learn more and become a member of Pheasants Forever, visit their website.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! In today’s episode, Jason recounts his disappointing trip to North Dakota for a DIY pheasant hunt. Listen in to see how the trip went and what’s in store for for 2020!