In this episode, Hugh Markey and Casey Merkle wade into the world of waterfowl  monitoring with experts from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RI DEM). Jenny Kilburn, Principal Wildlife Biologist, explains how annual waterfowl counts help track species trends, inform conservation efforts, and guide regulations.

Whether you’re a birdwatcher, hunter, or conservationist, this episode provides valuable insights into how RI DEM works to protect waterfowl and their critical habitats across our Wild and Scenic Rivers watershed (and beyond).

Looking to volunteer with RI DEM as a wildlife monitor? Visit https://dem.ri.gov/node/19801 or contact Wildlife Outreach Coordinator Jennifer Brooks at [email protected].

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