Join me for a conversation with conservationist Joe Trudeau as we take a deep dive into Arizona's conservation landscape. From national monument and Wild and Scenic River protections to the ongoing debate over feral horses and the challenge of balancing competing interests, we cover a wide range of issues shaping the future of Arizona's public lands in the 78th episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.

https://azwildlife.org/

https://www.wildverderiver.org/ 

Arizona Wild and Scenic Rivers - Lifeblood of the Desert II PDF: https://kinetichorizons.com/support/AZ-WSR/Arizona%20Wild%20and%20Scenic%20Rivers%20-%20Lifeblood%20of%20the%20Desert%20II-sm.pdf 

Arizona’s public lands generate billions for our economy and provide unmatched access for outdoor recreation and wildlife conservation. But what happens if those federal lands are handed over to the state? Find out on this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.

Read from the report, "Fiscal Impact of Transferring Federal Lands to Arizona" here.

The Records of Arizona Big Game is the oldest running state record book in our nation. Its pages are filled with records, data, and amazing stories going back to 1970!  Find out why this exceptional book belongs on the bookshelf of every hunter and wildlife enthusiast in Arizona in this episode of the Arizona Wildlife Federation Podcast.

https://azwildlife.org/

https://azwildlife.org/records-of-arizona-big-game 

Join us in "streaming" this conversation with Alicia Marrs, Director of Western Water for the National Wildlife Federation. You'll learn about Low Tech Process Based Restoration (LTPBR), which is a very practical, hands-on technique for improving degraded watersheds using natural materials to slow the flow of water. LTPBR helps restore habitats by reducing erosion, increasing infiltration, and restoring natural wetland functions. A bonus of this conservation strategy is that it can actively involve volunteers, including kids and families, in the installation of these LTPBR structures.

You can reach out to Alicia Marrs directly at [email protected]

Find the National Wildlife Federation's Western Waters webpage at:

https://www.nwf.org/Northern-Rockies-and-Pacific-Region/Conservation/Western-Water

Website for Arizona Cross-Watershed Network:

https://www.azcrosswatershed.net/

Did you count the number of water related puns in this episode? If so, send the number of puns, along with the specific pun words to Trica at [email protected]. The first person to submit all the correct responses will win a special prize! We'll announce the winner in a future episode (with permission of course). Have fun!

Tyler Sladen is a falconer who specializes in the intense and complex art of chasing desert qual with pointers and a goshawk. Listen in as we talk about this and many other aspects of the rich endeavor of falconry.

https://azwildlife.org/ 

https://www.instagram.com/quail_hawk/ 

https://www.facebook.com/tyler.sladen 

https://www.outdoorlife.com/hunting/photos-falconry-quail-bird-dogs/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWp7XcPc1gg

Fireflies are having a moment in Arizona! Given their association with, and reliance on, moist soils and riparian habitats, it's no wonder they are a species of special interest here in our mostly arid state. Join Trica and her guest, Rachel Laura, to hear about Arizona's fireflies and their amazing life histories. You'll also learn about ways you can get involved in the conservation of these amazing, bioluminescent beetles. 

To learn more about AWF or to make a contribution go to: www.azwildlife.org/donate

To connect with our guest, Rachel Laura, for any questions or to get on her volunteer list for the next field season, you can email her at [email protected]

Friends of the Verde River, our Affiliate organization where Rachel works, also has volunteer opportunities, including Low Tech Process Based Restoration projects. You can find out about their volunteer opportunities at www.verderiver.org

To learn more about Firefly Atlas, including how to identify different firefly species and contribute information to their database, visit www.fireflyatlas.org

To find out when Tumacacori National Historical Park is offering their summer firefly tours, give them a call at 520-366-5060

Listen in with Russell Kuhlman, of the Nevada Wildlife Federation, and I as we talk about the recent fight to keep the sale of our public lands out of the reconciliation bill and what you can expect going forward.

https://www.azwildlife.org/

https://www.ndow.org/

Listen in as we sit down with Wren House Brewing to learn all about this exciting project that incentivizes public land owners to engage with their representatives in the best way possible!

https://www.wrenhousebrewing.com/

https://www.azwildlife.org/

https://www.backcountryhunters.org/arizona

Join Trica as she chats with Annita Lucchesi, Program Manager for Artemis,  the National Wildlife Federation's outdoor women's program. You'll hear all about resources, opportunities, access, and support for women in the outdoors. You'll also learn about "Storytelling for a Purpose" and "Grumpy Grandpas!" So tune in!

Find out more about Artemis:

https://artemis.nwf.org/

Connect with Annita:

[email protected]

Connect with Artemis on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtemisSportswomen

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artemis_sportswomen

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@artemissportswomen