Flatlander Podcast

Bald Eagle populations in Kansas have grown considerably since 1989 when the first nest in Kansas was reported. In 2020, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks partnered with Conservation Science Global, the U.S. Geological Survey, and Evergy, to conduct a three year study to learn more about the movements of Kansas' bald eagles. Tanna and Lyndzee are  joined by Zac Eddy, KDWP Terrestrial Ecologist, and Dr. Tricia Miller, Executive Director at Conservation Science Global to tell us more about this exciting project, how it got started, and what we're learning about the movements of bald eagles.

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
Conservation Science Global
Bald Eagle Telemetry Project - Kansas (CSG)
Bald Eagle Telemetry Project - Kansas (KDWP)
Chickadee Checkoff
KDWP Wildlife Diversity Facebook page

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The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) is proud to announce the launch of Go Outdoors Kansas – KDWP’s all-new licensing and boat registration system designed to provide outdoor recreationists with an improved customer service experience. Tanna and Lyndzee are joined by Shanda Knapic, KDWP Chief of Licensing, who tells us what the new system is all about, what new features it has, and how you can start using it today!

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine,

Sources

 Go Outdoors Kansas

• Purchase Licenses, Permits, and Tags
• Boat Registrations
• Limited Draws
• Harvest Reporting

Go Outdoors KS Mobile App

• Android Devices
• Apple/iOS Devices
• Customer Support Phone Number: 833-587-2164

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Cast a line and hook a prize! The second annual Great Kansas Fishing Derby kicked off May 15, 2022 with more than 700 tagged fish ready for catching across 34 water bodies in the state.  David Breth, KDWP Sportfishing Education Coordinator, joins Tanna and Lynzdee to tell the tale of how the derby came to Kansas and what to expect this year and hopefully years to come.

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
Derby information, tag redemption, lake locations, sponsors, FAQ, and more;

• The Great Kansas Fishing Derby - English
• The Great Kansas Fishing Derby - Spanish

Fishing Reports and Tagged Species
Where to Fish in Kansas
2022 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary

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Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
Poison Pill: The Mysterious Die-Off of India’s Vultures | Science History Institute
American Burying Beetle | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Carrion flowers: Current Biology 

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Did you know Kansas has its own endangered species law? Join hosts Laura and Lyndzee and special guest, biologist Ed Miller as we learn about the Kansas non-game threatened and endangered species law. We cover how the law came to be, why it is special and unique among the states, how it functions, how the public can get involved in the species listing process, and why it matters for anyone enjoying the outdoors.

Hosts
Laura Mendenhall, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
KDWP Threatened and Endangered Wildlife
The Chickadee Checkoff
KDWP Wildlife Diversity Facebook page

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Spring is in the air and many of us are thinking about what to plant in our yards. Let us help you decide! In this episode, Laura and Lyndzee are joined by Brad Guhr, educator at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains in Hesston, KS, to talk about the importance and advantages of incorporating native plants into your landscaping - and how to do it without upsetting your neighbors!

Hosts
Laura Mendenhall, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
Dyck Arboretum of the Plains
National Wildlife Federation Native Plant Finder
Garden for Wildlife

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The Fallen Outdoors (TFO) mission is to organize outdoor adventures for veterans past and present, from every generation and from all branches of the military. Robert Lovell, TFO Kansas team lead, joins Flatlander to share how this organization connects soldiers, airmen, sailors, and marines with like-minded individuals along with teaching them skills and passion they can continue for a lifetime.

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
The Fallen Outdoors
The Fallen Outdoors Midwest All Veteran Facebook Community Page
The Fallen Outdoors Facebook Support Page (open to all)
The Fallen Outdoors Catfish Tournament - April 23 at Milford Lake
Connect with The Fallen Outdoors Team Kansas
KDWP Track Chair (ASK Program)

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We're bugging out with Amy Bousman, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner at the Atma Clinic in Lawrence. Lyndzee and Tanna chat with Amy about entomophagy, the practice of eating insects,  to understand the role that insects can play in our evolutionary diets. Together we'll learn about entomophagy in  cultures around the world, the potential of insects to serve as the sustainable protein source of the future, and helpful tips for finding, cooking, and consuming these creepy crawlies turned culinary caches.

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Lyndzee Rhine

Sources
Eat Like a Human – Dr. Bill Schindler
Eating on the Wild Side – Jo Robinson
Cricket Flour
Sustainable Protein Snacks

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We're back with part two of our short series on civic engagement and in this episode we're talking about the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission. Listen to part one if you haven't already.

Laura and Nadia are joined by KDWP Assistant Secretary, Mike Milller, and Commissioner Lauren Queal Sill, to learn about how the Commission works, how they set regulations, and also how we can get involved in making change. 

Hosts
Laura Mendenhall, Nadia Reimer

Sources
About the Commission
Contact Commissioners
Commission Meetings (Dates and Agendas)
Pending Draft Regulations

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Who are the apex predators in Kansas?

Hosts
Tanna Fanshier, Laura Menhenhall

Sources
Furharvester Education
Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Damage Control 

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