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Wild

Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

Have you ever wondered how wildlife agencies catch and track ducks and geese? Are you curious about what happens inside a fish hatchery? "Wild," a new podcast produced by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, will answer these questions and provide insight into the work that Utah does to protect its wildlife. A new episode will be launched the third Tuesday of each month and will feature an inside look at different projects and jobs within Utah"s wildlife agency.

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35:59

Ep. 15: Great Salt Lake gold

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2020/12/15

In this episode, DWR Great Salt Lake Ecosystem Program Manager John Luft and DWR Conservation Officer Trevor Doman talk about the multi-million dollar industry on the Great Salt Lake that many people may not even be aware exists and how the DWR helps manage this unique resource. This episode was originally recorded in October 2020.

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32:38

Ep. 14: Artificial beaver dams

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2020/11/17

In this episode, DWR Habitat Restoration Biologist Nicole Nielson and Trout Unlimited Project Manager Jordan Nielson explain the innovative and effective method of building artificial beaver dams to help restore river landscapes. This unique technique was actually conceptualized right here in Utah and decreases erosion, raises river levels and even improves water quality!

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30:49

Ep. 13: Sky raptors

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2020/10/20

In this episode, DWR Avian Conservation Program Coordinator, Russell Norvell, talks all about some lesser-known wildlife in Utah: Birds of prey. Ranging from tiny flammulated owls to the large endangered California condors, these birds all have unique characteristics and play a large part in the ecosystem. You will also get a look at the unique sport of falconry — using raptors as a weapon in hunting upland game — as well as ways you can help these incredible birds.

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32:01

Ep. 12: Traveling wildlife

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2020/09/15

In this episode, DWR Wildlife Migration Initiative Coordinator Daniel Olson, talks about why it is important for wildlife to migrate, things that can obstruct that migration, and how the DWR and its partners are helping wildlife to make those necessary movements across Utah — as well as some unique stories of things learned while tracking wildlife!

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Ep. 11: Fighting the STD of the Sea

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2020/08/18

In this episode, DWR Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator Nathan Owens and DWR Aquatic Invasive Species Field Operations Lt. Bruce Johnson talk about quagga mussels in Utah — what they are, why they are bad, how DWR is fighting to keep them from spreading to other waterbodies, and what boaters should know.

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Ep. 10: Blue Ribbon Fisheries

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2020/07/21

In this episode, DWR Sportfish Coordinator Randy Oplinger and Blue Ribbon Fisheries Advisory Council Chair Herbert Ley talk about the Blue Ribbon Fisheries program in Utah — what it is, its purpose, and how these cream-of-the-crop waterbodies are selected and highlighted as some of the best fishing opportunities in Utah.

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Ep. 9: Sunrise dance party

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2020/06/16

In this episode, DWR Upland Game Coordinator Heather Talley talks about one of Utah’s most unique bird species, the sage grouse. There are two different species of sage grouse in Utah, and each species has an incredible mating dance. DWR biologists are lucky enough to see it each spring when they do population surveys of the species.

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Ep. 8: Flying deer

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2020/05/19

In this episode, DWR Big Game Projects Coordinator Kent Hersey explains why the division uses helicopters to catch deer and other big game species each year. This episode was originally recorded in November 2019.

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Ep. 7: Unusual Easter egg hunt

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2020/04/21

Episode notes: In this episode, Jordan Holcomb, a native aquatics biologist for the DWR, talks about frogs in Utah, specifically the Columbia spotted frog. Native to Utah, this frog is on the Utah Sensitive Species List, due to population declines from loss of habitat as development expands across the Wasatch Front. In order to monitor the frog’s population numbers, biologists go on a special kind of “Easter egg hunt” every spring.

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Ep. 6: Inside a fish hatchery

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2020/03/17

In this episode, Brennan Hannifin, the DWR Springville Fish Hatchery Assistant Supervisor, explains all that goes into running a fish hatchery and why they are necessary. He also talks about the different species of fish that are raised in these state hatcheries and the different methods used to stock them around the state.

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Ep. 5: Big game management

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2020/02/18

In this episode, DWR Regional Wildlife Manager Dax Mangus, Big Game Coordinator Covy Jones and Big Game Projects Coordinator Kent Hersey answer some common questions about how big game management works in Utah. They explain how big game hunting permit recommendations are made and how the DWR helps maintain healthy deer populations.

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Ep. 4: Building guzzlers

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2020/01/22

In this episode, Pat Rainbolt, a regional habitat manager for DWR, talks about how the agency helps wildlife access water in dry areas that don’t have a natural water source. This includes building “guzzlers,” which collect rainwater and snow that melt and can be used as drinking water by a variety of species. Some of the areas where these are installed are so remote that the building materials have to be flown in via helicopter or brought in on horseback. This episode was originally recorded in

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Ep. 3: K9s at work

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2019/12/17

In this episode, Matt Burgess, a conservation officer for DWR, explains how poaching cases are investigated and some of the penalties for illegally killing wildlife in Utah. He also talks about his new K9 partner and how these highly-trained dogs can help assist in an investigation. This episode was originally recorded in June 2019.

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Ep. 2: A wild goose chase

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2019/11/19

In this episode, Rich Hansen, waterfowl banding coordinator for DWR, explains why the division catches geese and other waterfowl around the state once a year and puts bands on them. He also talks about the process of catching them (spoiler: airboats are involved!) This episode was originally recorded in June 2019.

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Ep. 1: Catching a bear

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2019/10/15

In this episode, Darren DeBloois, game mammals coordinator for DWR, talks about what it’s like to relocate a black bear. He explains the process of what happens from the moment the employees first get the call about a bear in someone’s yard to how they catch the tranquilized animal when it falls from a tree.

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