Wild About Arizona

Arizona Game and Fish Department•www.azgfd.gov

Discover new ways to enjoy the great outdoors and learn about the 800 species looked after by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. From wildlife watching and hunting and fishing, to off-road riding and boating safety we discuss what the great state of Arizona has to offer for you and everyone in your family.

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Rattlesnakes in Arizona

With 13 species of rattlesnake, Arizona is home to more species of the reptile than any other state. From common myths and misconceptions to interesting facts you probably never knew, we sit down with Tom Jones, Amphibians and Reptiles Program Manager for the Arizona Game and Fish Department and dive into the world of the Arizona rattlesnake. Follow this link to learn more about living with wildlife!...

Jun 25, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 108

Boating in Arizona

Arizona is home to 128 lakes and five major rivers, on this episode of Wild About Arizona we discuss the amazing boating opportunities the Grand Canyon state has to offer. From paddlesports and powerboats to staying safe on the water, we break it all down with Josh Hoffman, Boating Safety Education Coordinator at the Arizona Game and Fish Department. You can lean more at www.azgfd.gov/boating

May 06, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 107

Off Highway Vehicles in Arizona

On this episode of Wild About Arizona we go off road with one the fastest growing outdoor activities, off highway vehicles. Kim Jackson, Boating and OHV Education Program Manager for the Arizona Game and Fish Department, discusses the places to go and things to see all while riding and operating safely. You can lean more at www.azgfd.gov/ohv

Apr 02, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 106

Learning About Wildlife At Home

Learn more on the Arizona Game and Fish Department's Focus Wild Page! HERE is a good resource for students and teachers as well. Today we explore how teachers, parents and students can learn about Arizona wildlife from a virtual or at-home environment. Eric Proctor, Wildlife Education Coordinator with the Arizona Game and Fish Department walks us through our education programs and teaches us a thing or two along the way....

Mar 02, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 105

Ben Avery Shooting Range

On this episode we explore the Ben Avery Shooting Facility, one of the largest publicly operated ranges in the country. Founded in 1957, the range sits on 1,650 acres in north Phoenix, directly behind Arizona Game and Fish Department headquarters. It averages more than 120,000 shooters per year. From outdoor archery to rifle/pistol and the clay target shotgun center, range manager Christopher Dean and range master Carl Cowgill take us through it all. Visit the Ben Avery Shooting Facility website...

Feb 08, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 103

Social Media at Arizona Game and Fish

Follow us online: Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , and YouTube Please leave a comment and share this show with your friends and family. On this episode of Wild About Arizona, we dive into the world of social media at the Arizona Game and Fish Department. A full-time gig for our social media specialist Amy Gleich, we discuss some of the ways we engage with people on our social media platforms and how they can engage with the department, as well as some of the incredible photos and stories we've b...

Jan 12, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 104

Desert Tortoise Adoption

Make sure to check out our Wildlife Cameras HERE for your viewing pleasure!Please leave a comment and share this show with your friends and family. On this episode of Wild About Arizona, we sit down with Stacey Sekscienski, wildlife conservation education center manager at AZGFD, and learn about the department's desert tortoise adoption program. Nothing at a slow pace here! Learn how to build a burrow for your desert tortoise, how to adopt one, what to do if you encounter one in the wild, and wh...

Jan 11, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 102

Watchable Wildlife

On this episode of Wild About Arizona, we discuss the watchable wildlife program with Jeff Meyers, the watchable wildlife manager at the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Arizona is home to more wild species than any other inland state, and viewing that wildlife can be anything from a hobby to a profession. We discuss some of the most-viewed Arizona wildlife, wildlife viewing cameras and some of the best places to catch a glimpse. Learn more about wildlife watching in Arizona on the Arizona Game...

Jan 04, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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