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Tennessee WildCast

Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agencywww.tnwildcast.com
Tennessee WildCasts are weekly podcasts brought to you in both video and audio formats. These podcasts provide information on the mission of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, outdoor events and activities from hunting, fishing, boating and just about anything Outdoors. Come back each week and thanks for tuning in!

Episodes

TW 315 - Hunting Deer Sign & Staying Mobile In The Fall

Adrian Wilson from Tethrd Nation joins us this week to talk hunting. He is excited to share some tips and tactics for hunting big bucks this time of year. Adrian will also discuss how his strategies change as we move into the muzzleloader season. Don’t miss it. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #deerhunting #wildlifemanagement #tnhunting tnwildlife.org

Oct 28, 202229 min

TW 314 - Wildlife Investigators Training Alliance

This week we are excited to have Stephanie Durno Karns back in the studio but for something very different from our previous discussions. We will learn about her new adventure as the Director of Operations of the Wildlife Investigators Training Alliance (WITA). WITA offers hands-on, reality-based training founded on sound science, proven methods, and innovative techniques to fight transnational wildlife trafficking globally. Don’t miss it! Visit witatrain.org to learn more and find ways to help....

Oct 20, 202229 min

TW 313 - Mysterious TN Cave Salamander

Regional Biodiversity Coordinator, Dustin Thames, stops by this week to share his knowledge of Tennessee’s State Amphibian, the Tennessee Cave Salamander. This creature is hard to find sometimes, but research has determined they live in over 90 sites in Tennessee, Alabama and Northwest Georgia. Join us as we learn more about the Tennessee Cave Salamander. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #nongame #wildlifemanagement #salamander tnwildlife.org

Oct 14, 202229 min

TW 312 - Mississippi Bottom Land Hunting

This week we meet up with Wildlife Manager Chris Park and Technician David Vandegriff to talk about a few of the WMAs in West Tennessee that they manage. One of those is the premier Presidents Island Wildlife Management Area. Tune in to learn a few things you need to know when hunting the bottoms of West Tennessee. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #waterfowl #hunting #wildlifemanagement #ducks #deer #tnwildcast tnwildlife.org

Oct 07, 202229 min

TW 311 - Wood Duck Banding Legend

TWRA Wildlife Technician, David Vandegriff, joins us this week to talk about his legendary career and recent recognition for banding over 12,000 Wood ducks in Tennessee. David was also instrumental in restoring the turkey populations in west Tennessee. Don’t miss this fun conversation and look back on a career that continues to make an impact! #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #woodduck #waterfowl #hunting #wildlifemanagement #ducks tnwildlife.org

Sep 30, 202229 min

TW 310 - Let’s Go Fishing

We want you to get out and enjoy the sport of fishing! We also want to help you along the way if you don't know where to start. Join us this week as we sit down with Outreach Program Manager, David Lowrie, to learn about the TWRA programs available for everyone across the state. Don’t miss it. To contact David for more information, email us at [email protected]. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tnfishing

Sep 24, 202229 min

TW 309 - The Most Deadly Call In The Fall

Dale Outdoors joins us again with more tips for hunting turkey in the fall. This week it is all about the call. Many of you know turkeys do not have the same behaviors in the spring and fall. Their vocal behavior changes too! To make fall turkey hunting successful, Matt Dale will show all the tricks in this episode of #TennesseeWildCast. Don’t miss it. #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #turkeyhunting #tnhunting #turkey #fall

Sep 15, 202229 min

TW 308 - Huntin’ Turkeys When They Ain’t Gobblin’

Hunting turkeys in the fall can be a challenge. A turkey's behavior and habits in the fall are much different than in the spring. Matt Dale of Dale Outdoors joins us in the studio to teach us a thing or two so we are ready to chase these birds in the fall. Check out Matt's content on YouTube at www.youtube.com/channel/UCjpXYy_qrMdFeCzRw_oglKg 2022 Fall Turkey Season Bag Limit: 1 bearded turkey per county, only in counties open to fall turkey hunting. Archery: Sep. 24 - Oct. 28, 2022, Oct. 31 - N...

Sep 10, 202229 min

TW 307 - This Is Ranger Keith

This week @thisisrangerkeith, Keith Paluso, joins us in the studio to share his love for birding in Tennessee. Once a park ranger, Keith is now the lead singer for @bsandtband. His time on @NBCTheVoice landed him this awesome gig, but he still finds time to teach people about birding and nature in the wild place in Tennessee. Join us as we talk about birding, music and so much more. Don’t miss it!

Sep 02, 202229 min

TW 306 - Hunting in Unit CWD? What You Need To Know!

As deer season approaches, the WildCast and CWD crews wanted to bring you an update on all things Chronic Wasting Disease for the 2022-23 season. We will be covering what counties are in Unit CWD, bag limits, movement restrictions and incentive programs. Also this year TWRA has updated their CWD testing procedures for wild deer and elk in Tennessee to follow the best available science and to ensure the most proactive response for CWD detection. We will cover all this and more. Don’t miss it! #ou...

Aug 26, 202229 min

TW 305 - Hunting We Will Go, What’s New for 2022-23

The Hunting and Trapping Guide is now available online and at license vendors near you. This week, we highlight the “what’s new” section and new opportunities in Middle Tennessee. Region 2 Communications and Outreach Coordinator Barry Cross will join us for the conversation. He is excited to share info on some of his latest projects. Don’t miss it! Online guide: https://www.tn.gov/twra/guide.html #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #tnhunting #duckhunting #waterfowl #de...

Aug 19, 202229 min

TW 304 - Therapy On The Fly

In this episode, we stop by for a visit with ARCH Academy. ARCH transforms lives, giving hope and healing to teens and families affected by drugs and alcohol. This year the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation has partnered to help make fishing part of this healing time. Join us as we visit with ARCH Executive Director Dean Porterfield and Primary Therapist Kenny Davis to learn more. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams #bass #largemouth #sma...

Aug 12, 202229 min

TW 303 - Into The Weeds On Spinner Baits

Jason Holland Fishing joins us this week with tips for choosing the right spinner bait. We are coming to you from the 2022 ACI conference with our first live studio audience. Don’t miss this jam pack show with spinner bait tips you can take to your favorite fishing hole! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams #bass #largemouth #smallmouth www.tnwildlife.org

Aug 04, 202229 min

TW 302 - Musky, Jack Fish, TN’s Nessie… Which is it for you?

This week, TWRA Region 3 Fisheries Program Manager Mark Thurman joins us to talk about musky in Tennessee. Folks from all over the country come to Tennessee to chase these fish. Because of the size and fight of these fish, they are a blast to catch. Today Mark will share about the work TWRA is doing to improve this fishery, the economic impact of this fish, where you can catch them and so much more. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #fishing #musky #tnf...

Jul 29, 202229 min

TW 301 - Fighting Invasive Carp

This week, TWRA Aquatic Nuisance Species Coordinator Cole Harty and Regional Invasive Carp Manager Kristen Chestnut-Faull join us for an update on the fight against invasive carp. We will learn where these fish came from, how they got here, and their impact on our native fisheries. These guys are on the water all the time. They will share about the research and work taking place to slow the movement and better understand these fish. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tenn...

Jul 23, 202229 min

TW 300 - Sharing His Passion, Executive Director Jason Maxedon

This week, our new TWRA Executive Director, Jason Maxedon, joins us for Tennessee WildCast episode 300! We are taking the show on the road to visit Gooch WMA, one of the areas in west Tennessee Jason hunted at an early age and worked on during his 22 year career in the field. Jason has now taken the reins to lead the agency and is excited to share his passion and vision for the future. We will also cover some of the work we are doing to prepare for Waterfowl season and answer some of the questio...

Jul 15, 202229 min

TW 299 - Boat Sober Tennessee

Join us this week as we discuss the importance of boating sober. We are joined by representatives from NASBLA, the creators of the Operation Dry Water campaign, and TWRA Boating Investigator, Captain Matt Major. Tennessee Wildlife officers are on the water every weekend looking for impaired boaters, but they can’t find them all. Help educate and do your part to make boating in Tennessee safer by having a designated driver or just leaving the booze at home. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennes...

Jul 09, 202229 min

TW 298 - Whoa Tide! STOP Alabama Bass Movement

Have you heard? Alabama bass are on the move and can ruin our native fisheries. These fish are easily confused with our spotted bass and an hybridize with our native species. Help stop the movement of fish in Tennessee. Tune in and learn how you can help! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams #bass #largemouth #smallmouth #alabamabass #alabama www.tnwildlife.org

Jul 02, 202229 min

TW 297 - Be On The Lookout, Report Wild Turkeys

Turkey season has come to a close but the work doesn’t stop! The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has set next year's regulations and the biologist are still collecting data. Join us as we recap next year's changes and learn about new ways YOU can help contribute to data collection. Don’t miss it! Contribute to the survey: tn.gov/twra/turkeyobs #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #wildlife #nongame #watchablewildlife #nature #habitat #conservation #wildturkey #tur...

Jun 24, 202229 min

TW 296 - For Goodness Snakes, LET IT BE

This week Biodiversity Wildlife Survey Managers Mallory Tate and Jesse Eaker join us to cover all things snakes! One snake, in particular, needs extra attention and is sometimes hard to find. Join us as we learn all about the Pine Snake. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #pinesnake #wildlife #nongame #watchablewildlife #snakes #nature #habitat #conservation www.tnwildlife.org

Jun 18, 202229 min

TW 295 - Casting Deep For Bass

Jason Holland Fishing joins us this week with tips for catching bass deep this summer. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #rivers #streams #bass #largemouth #smallmouth www.tnwildlife.org

Jun 10, 202229 min

TW 294 - Partnering for Boating Education

MasterCraft Production Manager, LeAna Warner, and Dan Tremaine, Product Manager joins us to introduce a new partnership between TWRA and MasterCraft Boat Manufacturing. Together we are helping spread the word about safe boating in Tennessee. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #tnboating #theyfloatyoudont #operationdrywater #boating #wakesurfing #wakeboarding www.tnwildlife.org

Jun 02, 202229 min

TW 293 - Kickoff To Boating Season

It is #NationalSafeBoatingWeek, and we want to remind everyone hitting the water this season to be safe, don’t drink and boat, and wear your life jacket. Officers Jeff Roberson and David Holt join us for a lakeside chat to remind us about the basics of safe boating. They will also update us about changes in laws regarding wake surfing and boarding. MasterCraft Production Manager, LeAna Warner, will join us to introduce a new partnership between TWRA and MasterCraft Boat Manufacturing. Together w...

May 28, 202229 min

TN 292 - Emily Buck Joins TWRA Communications

Tune in this week as we chat with TWRA’s new Communications and Outreach Director, Emily Buck. Emily is no stranger to Tennessee and is excited to be home after serving as Washington News Bureau chief for RFD-TV. She will lead effort’s in renewing TWRA’s focus on development, youth engagement, and media relations. We will cover all this and so much more. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

May 21, 202229 min

TW 291 - Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge

This week we are back in Springville, TN to visit with Refuge Ranger Joan Howe at the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge. We will learn more about the refuge and all there is to see and do when visiting. This is a must-see for the whole family and a great stop for school field trips. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast #tennesseenationalwildliferefuge https://www.fws.gov/refuge/tennessee www.tnwildlife.org

May 14, 202229 min

TW 290 - Restoring Snot Otters In Tennessee

This week Biodiversity Chief Josh Campbell and Wildlife Survey Manager Mallory Tate join us once again as we explore and learn more about the Hellbender! These are really cool creatures. Don’t miss it. #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

May 07, 202229 min

TW 289 - Junior Duck Stamp

Join us this week as we stop by the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge to visit with Refuge Ranger Joan Howe to learn about the Tennessee State Junior Duck Stamp contest. This art competition is the culmination of students' study of waterfowl and wetlands conservation, often using the Junior Duck Stamp Program educational curriculum. The winning stamp is produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to recognize the conservation efforts of young people and support environmental and conservation...

Apr 30, 202229 min

TW 288 - Bats And Biodiversity

TWRA biologists not only work with game animals but play a major role in protecting all of Tennessee’s critters. This week Biodiversity Chief Josh Campbell and Wildlife Survey Manager Mallory Tate take us on an educational journey about bats in Tennessee. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Apr 23, 202229 min

TW 287 - Wildlife Rehabilitation, Rescue & Education

This week, we welcome back Debbie Sykes, Director of Nashville Wildlife Conservation Center and Devon Blackburn, Owner of Lillie Birds Wildlife to learn more about what a wildlife rehabilitation facility does. There is so much more involved in wildlife rehab than keeping animals alive and putting them back into the wild. Join us as we dive into some of the details of wildlife rehabbers. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #tennesseewildcast www.tnwildlife.org

Apr 16, 202229 min

TW 286 - TWRA Invites New Recruits to “Join the Family”

The TWRA is looking for new recruits. Today, Col. Darren Rider and his son, Officer Slate Rider, join us to help spread the word about what it takes to become an officer. We will cover everything from education to training to boots on the ground. These guys also share a special bond being able to serve together in the field as a father and son team. Don’t miss it! #outdoors #tnwildlife #gooutdoorstennessee #hunting #fishing #tennesseewildcast #gamewarden www.tnwildlife.org

Apr 09, 202229 min
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