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Have you ever wondered how wildlife agencies catch ducks and geese? Are you curious about what happens inside a fish hatchery? "Wild," a podcast produced by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, answers these questions and provides insights into the work that Utah does to protect and manage its fish and wildlife. A new episode is released the third Tuesday of each month and features an inside look at different fish and wildlife species in Utah and projects and jobs within Utah's wildlife agency.
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- 2 weeks ago35 min
Ep. 80: The impact of nonnative species
In this episode, DWR Aquatics Section Assistant Chief Randy Oplinger and Native Herpetology Coordinator Alyssa Hoekstra talk about some of the species found in the Beehive State that are not native to Utah — how they got here, the negative impacts they have on native species and what Utahns can do to help.
- Apr 21, 202646 min
Ep. 79: Rosy-finch banding
In this episode, DWR Wildlife Conservation Biologist Shawn Pladas talks about a small, high-elevation bird found in Utah that researchers are trying to learn more about — the rosy-finch. Listen in to learn fun facts about this not-very-commonly-seen bird, what methods biologists are using to study this species and ways you can help. Correction: During the introduction, a bird was referred to as a blue jay, when it was in fact a Steller's jay.
- Mar 17, 202643 min
Ep. 78: What anglers should know about Utah's future fish stocking
In this episode, DWR Aquatic Section Chief Drew Cushing and Aquatic Section Research Coordinator Robert Shields talk about the new 30-year plan for fish production and stocking in Utah. Continued population growth in Utah has created increasing demands on the water infrastructure, and combined with the ongoing drought conditions reducing the amount of water available, it has required the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to proactively plan for a few changes in order to ensure angling opportunities and native species conservation efforts into the future.
- Feb 17, 202649 min
Ep. 77: Fishing for catfish
In this episode, DWR Central Region Outreach Manager Michael Packer and Central Region Aquatics Manager Chris Crockett share their knowledge about catfishing in Utah. (No, not that kind of catfishing…) Listen in to learn more about catfish, where to fish for them, tried-and-true baits and other fishing tips!
- Jan 20, 202628 min
Ep. 76: Shed hunting in Utah
In this episode, DWR Once-In-a-Lifetime Species Coordinator Rusty Robinson takes us into the world of shed hunting (aka antler gathering). Join in for shed hunting tips, Utah's requirements and some fun stories!
- Dec 16, 202551 min
Episode 75: Wildlife gone wild
In this episode, DWR Central Region Wildlife Biologist Rod Nielsen, Southern Region Native Aquatics Biologist Erik Woodhouse and Northern Region Urban Wildlife Biologist Randall Mcbride talk about when and how the DWR responds when certain wildlife species end up on a freeway or in your backyard.
- Nov 18, 202553 min
Ep. 74: Processing and cooking wild game
In this episode, DWR Communications Team Coordinator/ Local Food Writer and Editor Darby Doyle and DWR Southern Region District Wildlife Biologist Morgan Hinton explain the process of what to do after you harvest your animal. They go into equipment and tips for field dressing, processing, storing and cooking your game meat. Tune in for this mouth-watering discussion!
- Oct 21, 202528 min
Ep. 73: Commercial Hunting Areas
In this episode, DWR Wildlife Biologist Devri Tanner and Hatt Ranch Incorporated President Royd Hatt talk about the Commercial Hunting Area Program in Utah: what they are, how they work and how to take advantage of these unique hunting opportunities.
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Have you ever wondered how wildlife agencies catch ducks and geese? Are you curious about what happens inside a fish hatchery? "Wild," a podcast produced by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, answers these questions and provides insights into the work that Utah does to protect and manage its fish and wildlife. A new episode is released the third Tuesday of each month and features an inside look at different fish and wildlife species in Utah and projects and jobs within Utah's wildlife agency.
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