Welcome to the official podcast for the Rhode Island Divison of Fish and Wildlife! Topics include all things wildlife, aquatic resources, conservation, science, field research, and more! Episodes are released at the beginning of each month so be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out!
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Scott interviews Master Falconer, Jim Gwiazdzinski, as he discusses what it is like to hunt with falcons and how to get started in the sport.
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Episode 2: Season 2 Episode 2: The Orange Episode
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13:19Join Scott and Dana as they discuss the varying safety orange requirements for hunters and all users of state land management areas and undeveloped state parks. Get all of the details you need for you and your family, friends, and pets to be more visible.
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Episode 1: Season 2 - Episode 1 - Scott and Dana Discuss: Tree Stands and Ground Blinds
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32:43In the Season 2 opener, Scott and Dana discuss the advantages/disadvantages of tree stands and ground blinds as well as the different types available. Safety is always at the forefront of our minds and we will discuss some tips for hunters. Scott also shares a funny hunting story that recently happened to him.…
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Episode 20: Ed Lombardo - Fly Fishing Volunteer and Guide
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42:05Fish and Wildlife's longtime volunteer for the Aquatic Resource Program, Ed Lombardo talks to us about his adventures in fly fishing, various program offerings, and more!
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Episode 19: Madison Proulx and the Matt Light Youth Turkey Hunt
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17:18Join Maddie, RIDEM's RI Division of Fish and Wildlife's Education Office, Administrative Assistant as she talks about the recent Youth Turkey Hunt experience.
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Episode 18: Episode 18: Scott Buchanan, Herpetologist
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58:57Scott joins us in this episode to discuss all things having to do with the conservation and management of amphibians and reptiles in the State of Rhode Island.
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Episode 17: Ice Fishing with Tommy Thompson
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35:46It's a brand new year and we are back with a brand new episode! Tommy Thompson, Senior Fisheries Biologist, discusses ice fishing safety, equipment, and techniques, as well as some fun tidbits about his job!
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Episode 16: Episode 16: Alex Fish, Upland Game Biologist
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24:00The Division of Fish and Wildlife’s newest member, Alex Fish, Upland Game Biologist, discusses his work with upland game, his hunting background, and future plans working for the State of Rhode Island.
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Episode 15: Episode 15: Marine Fisheries Chief, Conor McManus (Part 2)
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32:57In this continuation of Episode 14, Conor McManus will discuss current shark research taking place in Rhode Island as well as some other interesting facts about sharks and the Marine Divison.
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Episode 14: Episode 14: Marine Fisheries Chief Conor McManus (Part 1)
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27:18This month our guest is Marine Fisheries Chief Conor McManus. In this two-part episode, Conor explains what his role is in the Marine Fisheries Division, what the Marine Fisheries Division does, and what the history and current trend in shark activity is in RI.
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Episode 13: Episode 13: Tori Mezebish, Ph.D. Student
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28:58In this episode, we will be talking with Tori Mezebish who is a Ph.D. student in the Natural Resources Sciences Department at the University of Rhode Island. Her graduate research is focused on the different human and environmental factors that influence the movements of waterfowl here in Rhode Island, and, as they migrate across countries and cont…
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Episode 12: Episode 12: Kenneth KC Fernstrom - Fisheries Biologist
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29:35In this episode, KC Fernstrom, RI Division of Fish and Wildlife Fisheries Biologist, explains the function of the various hatcheries located throughout the state as well as stocking efforts, fish species being raised, and more!
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Episode 11: Episode 11: Great Swamp Shooting Range with Branton Elleman
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33:03This month we sit down with DEM's Great Swamp Shooting Range supervisor, Branton Elleman. As well as producing the podcast, Branton oversees day to day operation at the free, public range during the summer months. Discussion includes the capabilities of the renovated range and what is required to become a permitted user.…
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This month we sit down with Susan Estabrook to talk about fishing with local clubs in Rhode Island.
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Episode 9: Episode 9: Gabrielle DeMeillon
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29:19This month we are speaking with Gabrielle DeMeillon, Outreach Support Technician, as she describes the various programs she is involved with as well as fun facts about wildlife!
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Episode 8: Episode 8: Corey Pelletier, Fisheries Biologist
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29:49Corey Pelletier, a RI Division of Fish and Wildlife, Fisheries Biologist, discusses trout in the State of Rhode Island, trout stocking and the Trees for Trout Program.
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Hugh is a Rhode Island native who has authored many articles on nature and conservation including several RI Division of Fish and Wildlife programs. He is also a high school science teacher and has an extensive blog online called scienceandnatureforapie.com
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Episode 6: Episode 6: Wildlife Outreach Program with Mary Gannon
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30:14Join Mary Gannon, Wildlife Outreach Coordinator, as she discusses the many classes that are offered under her program as well as a special segment on Sea Ducks!
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Meet Sean Saville, Campaign Manager for Alliance for America's Fish & Wildlife, Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies, as he discusses the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.
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In this episode, meet our deer biologist, Dylan. We will discuss the current deer population, statistics, check stations, and more.
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Episode 3: Episode 3: Waterfowl with Jenny
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24:47Special guest, Jenny Kilburn, RI Game Bird Biologist, discusses waterfowl, migration, and game birds in the State of Rhode Island.
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Episode 2: Episode 2: Aquatic Resource Education
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14:46Guest speaker Kim Sullivan, Principal Biologist and Aquatic Resource Education (ARE) Coordinator, talks about the ARE programs that are offered both in-person and virtually. Learn about how the programs are funded and how to volunteer!
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Episode 1: Episode 1: Hunter Ed Programming
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21:35In our pilot episode, the State Hunter Coordinator, Scott Travers, discusses the various hunter ed programs offered by the RI Division of Fish and Wildlife, funding sources, and more. Meet the cast and be sure to subscribe.
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