She is a mom, farmer, conservationist, biologist, leader and now an Upland Slam Champion. Kelsi Wehrman, Pheasants Forever, Inc. and Quail Forever State Coordinator wears many hats. The camouflage and blaze orange stocking hat is worn with pride, because Kelsi and her PF team are dedicated to the conservation of upland game birds. This all ties into hearing about her Upland Slam story!

Nebraskapf.com

Pheasantsforever.org

Don't give up on your deer hunt just yet. Winter hunting is peaceful, crisp and some believe it is easier! Many states extend hunting into January with intentions of regulating the deer population in areas where carry capacity is a concern. Julie Geiser an experienced late season hunter shares her advise.

We think of the traditional Thanksgiving plate full of turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, cranberries and more. Have you thought about slightly changing the menu to include foraged foods? Chicken of the Woods (pictured), really have the texture and taste like chicken! Assemble a salad from weeds: curly dock or lambs quarter. Eat as the Pilgrims did, replace turkey with your own hunted venison, fish or duck.

This episode we brought back a favorite guest, forager Chelsea Ewen Rowcliffe to share her favorite fall season foraging ideas.

Chasing Chicken of the Woods: https://www.mushroom-appreciation.com/chicken-of-the-woods.html

What do you do if you come across a dead buck and want to keep the antlers? Because it is dead, can you just take the antlers? What if you find that deer along the road in March? Did you know you are required to have a salvage tag? But what is that tag and how do I get it? Can I get that tag 24-7? Our guest, a female Conservation Officer fills us in on the details!

Spooky truth - while securely attached to a boat's well, rope, engine or any other crevice, the aquatic invasive Zebra Mussel will multiply by the thousands in just a short amount of time. The creepy thumb size invaders hitchhike their way from one water body to the next, feeding on the ecosystem causing destructive damage. Do scary movies made in the 80's and the Gremlins come to your mind?

Learn about the invasive Zebra Mussel and how we are able to control the spread.

https://stopaquatichitchhikers.org

Is your rifle sighted in for the up coming deer season? Are you unsure how to accurately sight in your rifle? Upcoming workshops will help you set up your scope, along with other helpful hints to prepare you for the deer season. Guest, Hunter Nikolai, Nebraska's Hunter Education Instructor Coordinator has set up in person and virtual deer hunting workshops, including a sight-in session. Meet Hunter and hear what he has all lined up.

Adult Hunter Education Class: https://fb.me/e/1QbT45FLw

Learn to Hunt Workshops: https://outdoornebraska.gov/workshops/

What has Rachel been doing? What kept her away from the microphone? Fall fun frenzy has hit us all. Pumpkins, ghosts and family fun displayed at Nebraska State Parks for everyone to enjoy! And a bombshell is dropped as we explain the reason for last and final SGO subscription box.

Where have we been? What are we doing? Why have we been away from the podcast? After a long period of time, we finally able to sit down to just babble. Tanna and Julia share what they are doing in their states. Grab the ear buds - grab a friend - hear this episode while enjoying the outdoors!

It is September 1, opening day of dove hunting for many states. Dove hunter, Angie Koakes will be taking full advantage of the season. Hear how she got started in hunting and her tips for the beginners. And, yes, September 1 should be a holiday for dove hunters to unite in the field!

After you hear this episode, ready more - http://magazine.outdoornebraska.gov/2022/08/dove-hunting-the-sandhills/

Small game hunting is one of the best ways to get outdoors, exercise and Harvest meat for the family. The Steffen family joins us to chat about squirrel hunting basics and how to get out hunting with the whole family. Follow along for advice on how to bring the aspiring young squirrel hunters into the field with you.