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WildOhio episodes

September 16 Lake Sturgeon and Eastern Hellbender Conservation Efforts at the Toledo Zoo with Matt Cross
The podcast crew is on-location at the Toledo Zoo with Matt Cross, Director of Vertebrate Conservation. Matt discusses the zoo's conservation and reintroduction efforts for lake sturgeon and eastern hellbenders, two of Ohio's endangered species.
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31 min
August 14 A Father and Son's Learn to Hunt Journey with Greg Hitzhusen
Anyone can learn to hunt at any stage in life. When Greg Hitzhusen’s son, Eli, wanted to learn to hunt, the pair embarked on a journey that changed their lives. Together they attended learn-to-hunt programs, practiced with their hunting implements, navigated plenty of trial and error, and found a new love for their local outdoor spaces. Hear Greg’s story as he chats with our hosts about how hunting has shaped him and Eli into better conservationists and people.

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58 min
July 17 Creek Kings Deer Poaching Case with Wildlife Officer Mark Williams
Ohio Wildlife Officer Mark Williams, assigned to Franklin County, chats with Abby, John, and Jordan about the Creek Kings deer poaching case. The Division of Wildlife investigation, in collaboration with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, resulted in 20 guilty pleas from William I. Bethel, 28, of Columbus, and Justin A. Booth, 23, of Columbus. The two central Ohio men were known on YouTube as Creek Kings Outdoors
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50 min
June 15 Bass Fishing with Solomon Curtis
Solomon 'Bass Man' Curtis joins our hosts to talk about all things bass fishing and to discuss the positive impact that fishing and outdoor recreation have on people's lives. He even discloses a few of his favorite and most productive bass fishing hotspots!
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50 min
May 15 Lights Out Ohio with Ohio Bird Conservation Initiative Program Coordinator Matt Shumar
Spring is a busy time for birds as they migrate north. Learn what the Lights Out initiative does to help protect birds, what organizations are doing, and what you can do at home.
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39 min
May 14 Special Episode: Spring Migration at Magee Marsh
In this special episode at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area John and Jordan with the Division of Wildlife's Will Babb, publications editor, and Meredith Gilbert, assistant communications manager, about spring bird migration and birding along the Lake Erie coast.
This episode highlights two options for outdoor enthusiasts to contribute to wildlife conservation right here in Ohio - the Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp and Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp. Funds from both stamps contribute directly to wildlife and habitat conservation in the Buckeye State. Purchase your stamp today at wildohio.gov.
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33 min
April 15 Born Wild, Stay Wild with Ohio Division of Wildlife's Permit Coordinator, Stormy Gibson
Human intervention is always a wild animal’s LAST hope for survival, NEVER its best hope. Learn why in this episode of the WildOhio Podcast with permits coordinator, Stormy Gibson.
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33 min
March 26 Morel Mushroom Madness with Wildlife Officer Brad Buening
In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we are joined by mushroom enthusiast and Ohio Wildlife Officer, Brad Buening. Officer Buening explains the ins and outs of morel mushroom hunting, what to be aware of when you’re out, and how to stay safe.
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45 min
February 23 Steelhead with Fisheries Management Supervisor Curt Wagner
In this episode of the WildOhio podcast, we talk about the ins and outs of steelhead. Fisheries management supervisor, Curt Wagner, talks to us about life history, current management practices, and fishing techniques of steelhead in Ohio.
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50 min
February 09 Furbearers of Ohio with Wildlife Biologist Katie Dennison
In this episode of the WildOhio podcast, we are joined by Wildlife Biologist Katie Dennison who talks about the life histories of once extirpated furbearers. We end the episode with a recap on our first year of podcasting.
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1 hr 21 min

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The WildOhio podcast is a production of the Ohio Division of Wildlife. You'll hear from experts from across the state on all things hunting, fishing, and more. Join us for insights on fish and…