By emphasizing the unique relationship between hunters and wildlife, Mossy Oak rangers provide the best wildlife management practices and science-based information to help you take your wildlife habitat management skills to the next level. Our wildlife management podcast celebrates the leading wildlife research by experts and conservation groups and breaks it down on how information can be applied to the field. Join the Gamekeepers of Mossy Oak for more fun facts and details about North America's most popular wildlife species. Many have likened it to a college-level course, which breaks it down into layman's terms and useful information. Whether it's whitetail, largemouth bass or migratory waterfowl, we'll help you become a better sportsman and most importantly, a better gamekeeper.
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By emphasizing the unique relationship between hunters and wildlife, Mossy Oak rangers provide the best wildlife management practices and science-based information to help you take your wildlife habitat management skills to the next level. Our wildlife management podcast celebrates the leading wildlife research by experts and conservation groups and breaks it down on how information can be applied to the field. Join the Gamekeepers of Mossy Oak for more fun facts and details about North America's most popular wildlife species. Many have likened it to a college-level course, which breaks it down into layman's terms and useful information. Whether it's whitetail, largemouth bass or migratory waterfowl, we'll help you become a better sportsman and most importantly, a better gamekeeper.
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gamekeepers@mossyoak.comThe episode
This week we have an intense discussion on turkeys with two fanatics, Jason Hart and Doc Weddle. Doc, a carpenter by trade, takes four months off every spring to hunt for food. He has completed 3 US-Turkey Slams (all 49 states) and only has a small handful of gluttons left to complete his 4th and 5th place!!! Doc shares some great advice on hunting on public land and how he's learned to make the most of every hunt. It's a good thing you don't want to miss. Listen, learn and...
Duration:01:19:56
This week, the Gamekeeper crew talks to Dr. Chad Lehman, South Dakota's renowned wildlife, fish and parks biologist, on the turkeys found in his state. We learn how important the ponderosa pine is to Merriam's tough but beautiful turkey, hear about past restoration efforts, and learn about the Black Hills and what to look out for when planning a trip to hunt Merriam's turkey. Chad is a great guest and topics vary widely throughout the conversation. Listen, learn and...
Duration:01:17:15
In this BONUS podcast, we interview Tetra's Lucas Mashtare to understand how a hearing aid protects and improves our hearing. Turkey hunters rely on their ears, and during this brief but insightful discussion, we learn how a game warden's many activities can damage their hearing without the proper protection. Hearing Learn, enjoy and protect your hearing.Show Notes:TETRA Hearing: https://tetrahearing.com/Support the ShowStay connected with...
Duration:00:35:07
This week, the Gamekeeper crew enjoys a lively discussion on the Rio Grande subspecies of wild turkey. dr Oklahoma State University's Dwayne Elmore explains the habitat, sleeping habits and general behavior of the lusty, often-devouring bird we all love to hunt. We learn why their food sounds different, and a theory on why killing them right from the roost can be difficult. Many turkey-obsessed hunters hunt Rios every year, and if you don't, you might want to consider it. listen, learn...
Duration:01:19:14
In this week's BONUS podcast, we talk about western hunting trips and the daunting process of applying for tags. Joining us in the studio are OnX's Jared Larsen and Lake Pickle, who explain the new features of their app to eliminate confusion about where/when to apply. It's a time-consuming process made easy by the magic of their technology. If you've ever been interested in traveling to hunt wild turkey and/or big western game, give this one a shot...
Duration:00:49:20
This week comes Dr. Marcus Lashley aka Dr. Disturbance joined us from the University of Florida Deer Lab to talk about turkeys. We consider Marcus a homeboy and are happy to talk to him whenever the opportunity arises. It doesn't take long for the conversation to turn into a discussion about the Osceola subspecies of wild turkey. Rich in legend and lore, the Osceola is a remarkable bird that lives in a beautiful and unique habitat. We touch on a lot of information that every turkey hunter will find ...
Duration:01:19:34
Joining us this week is Mike Chamberlain as we discuss nothing less than our beloved wild turkey. It's a campfire style conversation where we ask questions and Mike shares his knowledge. It's an in-depth conversation ranging from scenarios on which turkeys to shoot to the latest research and insights into current turkey issues. The turkey world now has many people concerned about habitat, population levels, nesting and chick survival. We hope this podcast adds fuel...
Duration:01:30:11
This week we are honored that Dr. Dana Morin, an applied population ecologist with the Carnivore and Population Ecology Lab at the Forest and Wildlife Research Center in Mississippi, sits among the turkeys and explains many facts about coyotes. We learn that they are a fascinating animal that deserves our respect very much, although we still seem to want to capture or shoot everyone we see. You haven't always been to the eastern half of the US, but have you ever wondered how they...
Duration:01:25:20
In this BONUS episode, Neill and Daniel Haas join us to break down the details of the long-awaited Mr. Fox Vest. It's been a bit of a mystery up until now, but listen and you can find out the story behind it, why and how you can acquire your own piece of turkey hunting history. It's evident that a lot of thought went into designing the vest AND making sure that as many people as possible would have the opportunity to collect one. Listen, learn and enjoy. Support the showStay...
Duration:00:38:14
This week we welcome Duke Traps owner Bill Duke and world-class trapper Cody Shows to the studio to sit among the turkeys and talk trapping. It's almost time for turkeys to nest, and control over egg-eating predators is all the rage. We get some great insight from the guy whose company actually developed the famous Duke Dog Proof Trap and probably talks to more trappers than anyone else on the planet. Then Cody Shows shares his wisdom to help us all become better predator hunters....
Duration:01:10:49
This week we're ending duck season in style with some of our favorite duck stories, great duck hunting advice and insights into imprinting waterfowl. At the end, Chris Paradise and Dudley tell a few more stories that make your hair stand on end. These are terrifying spiritual experiences shared by lifelong friends and family members in a duck blind. They left us speechless and with tears in our eyes. Joining us are Spence Halford, Brooks Tinsley, Bill Gibson, Mark Prudhome, Bill Sugg and...
Duration:01:23:00
This week on the GameKeeper Podcast we're excited to finally have Kyle Lybarger and Jake Brown of the Native Habitat Project in the studio - covering as much of the basics as we can on native and non-native flora, wildlife habitats, combustion, savannas and other ecosystems and more. We got downright philosophical and really "annoyed" with some cool topics like: What was the landscape like 500 years ago and how can we look like that again, but what would your modern ...
Duration:01:38:51
This week we're getting serious about a duck hunting story that came very close to a bad ending. As many of us would like to do, Jason Cook found himself duck hunting during a major freeze. When his dog fell through the ice on a long retrieve and couldn't get out...like we all would, he went to his dog to save him. It's a dangerous situation and when Jason falls through the ice himself and can't touch the ground, things get worse. We recorded this podcast in hopes of reminding...
Duration:00:32:27
This week we discuss the art of calling coyotes. FOXPRO's veteran caller Jon Collins joins us to explain the many calls and techniques he's learned through years of hunting the wily creatures. Ole Wiley can be found all over the country and as game rangers we look after our fawns and turkeys. We all knew that they are formidable predators, but we have learned that they are vulnerable year-round and regularly killing them requires skill. It's an interesting discussion. By the way, did you...
Duration:01:09:57
This week we welcome Jessica Crawford, an incredibly knowledgeable archaeologist from The Archaeological Conservancy, to discuss all things related to our Native American cultures from thousands of years ago to the present day. What kind of tools did they use and how did they make them? What types of sites have they inhabited? Did they practice any type of game herding, similar to what we do today? Where do I look for artifacts, and what are the ethical and/or legal means of doing so, and...
Duration:01:47:56
In this additional episode we learn how to care for and care for waterfowl and deer. Dust, sunshine, bugs and more will degrade your stuffed mounts and Full Circle Waterfowl's Tyler Coleman helps us understand how to care for them. If you have mounts, it's worth a listen. Game wardens also have to take care of their prepared trophies. Listen, learn and enjoy.Show Notes:Thanks to Tyler Coleman for joining us on the show!Discover the GoWild App: Learn more hereUncle...
Duration:00:28:01
In this week's episode we talk about taxidermy and how it has been part of our culture for many years. Who hasn't seen a large deer head hanging on the wall and wanted one for themselves? It's a way to pay tribute to the animal and a particularly memorable hunt. Guest Rett Kelly of Kelly Taxidermy has been in the business for over fifty years and knows a thing or two about it. He also explains some simple tips that will help any Taxidermist return you the best mounts. Listen, learn and...
Duration:01:10:05
In this BONUS episode, we help game wardens understand what happened to their feeding fields and why many are dead in light of recent record high temperatures. It was the worst fall and winter on record for properties that started with the drought and ended with unrelenting, single-digit temperatures for several days. These conditions were brutal. Guests Dustin Wiseman and Mitt Wardlaw, both crop specialists, advise farmers on a daily basis and explain what happens with a...
Duration:00:36:19
EP:127 (CLASSIC EP:68) "Creating Whitetails Hotspots" We're taking a break this week to spend time with our families over the holidays and revisit a classic episode, EP:68 "Creating Whitetails Hotspots". The discussion revolves around ways to improve deer hunting of adult bucks on your property. Our celebrity guest, eccentric wildlife biologist Mark Thomas, dives deep into some of his best strategies including: ecotones, his Interspersion Index Enhancement AKA (Hub and Spoke), and increased...
Duration:01:05:07
In this week's episode, Dr. Mike Brasher, senior waterfowl scientist at Ducks Unlimited, an update on the bird flu currently affecting waterfowl. We want to understand what it is, how it spreads, the risk to humans and of course our dogs. While we learn that the overall risk to dogs and humans remains low, experts are highlighting areas of potential concern and advising on steps hunters can take to further reduce their exposure and risk. Game wardens need to know. listen, learn...
Duration:00:58:55