Arizona State Parks and Trails Podcast
71 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago -Do you enjoy outdoor recreation, or want to learn more about Arizona’s outdoor scene? You know…Camping, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, wildlife and bird watching, and more! Join us every other Wednesday as we discuss adventure, beautiful places, and hidden treasures in Arizona’s state parks! Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor veteran or someone looking to get into outdoor recreation, there’s something in this podcast for you!
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Natural Restorations- Cleaning Up Arizona!
March 15, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBLearn about how a vision became a way of life designed to make Arizona a better place for everyone! Natural Restorations is cleaning up Arizona one project at a time and we recently had the pleasure of discussing their vision and successes on the podcast with Nicole Corey, Executive Director and Co-founder. Be prepared for a touching story on this episode in addition to learning about all the great things Natural Restorations is doing and how you can help them! Natural Restorations Website...
Natural Restorations- Cleaning Up Arizona!
March 15, 2021 21:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBLearn about how a vision became a way of life designed to make Arizona a better place for everyone! Natural Restorations is cleaning up Arizona one project at a time and we recently had the pleasure of discussing their vision and successes on the podcast with Nicole Corey, Executive Director and Co-founder. Be prepared for a touching story on this episode in addition to learning about all the great things Natural Restorations is doing and how you can help them! Natural Restorations Website...
Sustainable Tourism- What is it, and why does it matter?
March 02, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBAre you a sustainable tourist? What does that even mean? Neil and Randee dive deep this week with Christine Vogt, a Professor at ASU’s School of Community Resources and Development, Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions. Listen and find out how we can all do our part to ensure we’re traveling safely with the well-being of Earth and other humans in the forefront of our thoughts. Learn about what we’re doing at the park level to help out on multi-agency sustainable projects a...
Bark up a good time with Nikki Reck from Pima Animal Care Center!
February 01, 2021 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBBark up a good time with Pima Animal Care Center (PACC)’s Public Information Officer, Nikki Reck! Neil and Randee talked with Nikki about their pandemic outreach programs, like free pet food, temporary fosters, and free veterinary care, plus the awesome “Hiking with the PACC” program in partnership with Arizona State Parks, which lets fosters take adoptable dogs out on the trails of nearby state parks to socialize and maybe even meet their forever home! PACC is doing amazing work in Pima Cou...
Bark up a good time with Nikki Reck from Pima Animal Care Center!
February 01, 2021 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBBark up a good time with Pima Animal Care Center (PACC)’s Public Information Officer, Nikki Reck! Neil and Randee talked with Nikki about their pandemic outreach programs, like free pet food, temporary fosters, and free veterinary care, plus the awesome “Hiking with the PACC” program in partnership with Arizona State Parks, which lets fosters take adoptable dogs out on the trails of nearby state parks to socialize and maybe even meet their forever home! PACC is doing amazing work in Pima Cou...
Hit the Trail With Arizona's Statewide OHV Coordinator– Matt Eberhart
January 19, 2021 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBTake a ride through Arizona’s backcountry with statewide OHV Coordinator Matt Eberhart! This is a really fun, upbeat episode that’s packed with information about OHV programs, places to ride, and of course safety! The OHV community is a tight-knit group that likes sharing their love of the outdoors with new off-road users…And really, it’s easier than you think to join them on the trail! Listen and learn about this exciting division of Arizona State Parks and Trails and how they're helping im...
Arizona's Tribal Monitor Program
January 04, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBNeil and Randee had a chance to sit down with Nanebah Lyndon and LeRoy Shingoitewa to discuss the Tribal Monitor Program and what they’re doing to conserve and protect areas of cultural significance to Arizona’s tribes. Members of this innovative program consider themselves the “eyes and ears” of their communities when surveying and protecting the vast amount of history and culture found in Arizona’s gorgeous outdoor landscape. Please give this powerful episode a listen to understand the pli...
Birding in Arizona With Vera Walters- Birder Extraordinaire
December 14, 2020 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MBArizona's diverse habitats are home to a wide variety of birds for your viewing pleasure! Come along with us as we learn the finer points of birding in this amazing state while talking to a seasoned birding professional. Vera is one of our amazing volunteers at Lost Dutchman State Park and has been leading the super popular bird walks for a number of years. Listen and learn about birding in Arizona right from someone who has put a lifetime of love and effort into this exciting past time. Lea...
Birding in Arizona With Vera Walters- Birder Extraordinaire
December 14, 2020 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.37 MBArizona's diverse habitats are home to a wide variety of birds for your viewing pleasure! Come along with us as we learn the finer points of birding in this amazing state while talking to a seasoned birding professional. Vera is one of our amazing volunteers at Lost Dutchman State Park and has been leading the super popular bird walks for a number of years. Listen and learn about birding in Arizona right from someone who has put a lifetime of love and effort into this exciting past time. Lea...
Elevate Your Park Experience- With special Guest, Dan Roddy!
November 30, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBNeil and Randee are reporting to you from Arizona’s west coast in a lakeside cabin at Lake Havasu State Park! Join the conversation with our special guest, Dan Roddy, manager of this super popular Colorado River country park. We think you’ll like Dan’s positive outlook and dedication to your experience while visiting this park…Plus, Dan shares his insights about a variety of relevant and exciting topics that are sure to elevate your next park visit!
Elevate Your Park Experience- With special Guest, Dan Roddy!
November 30, 2020 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBNeil and Randee are reporting to you from Arizona’s west coast in a lakeside cabin at Lake Havasu State Park! Join the conversation with our special guest, Dan Roddy, manager of this super popular Colorado River country park. We think you’ll like Dan’s positive outlook and dedication to your experience while visiting this park…Plus, Dan shares his insights about a variety of relevant and exciting topics that are sure to elevate your next park visit!
Camping Essentials, Hacks, and Tips
November 10, 2020 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBWhat’s on your camping checklist? In this episode, Neil and Randee take a deep dive into camping essentials, hacks, and other fun ideas to elevate your camping experience! Learn about selecting the right tent, sleeping system, effective cooler use, camp cooking, and much more!
Minisode: Recreate Responsibly- Part 3
October 26, 2020 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.43 MBIn this episode, we wrap up our conversation about recreating responsibly outdoors. This three-part minisode covers the basics of recreating responsibly, and how you can pay attention to detail while enjoying Arizona's beautiful places. Check out the entire Recreate Responsibly series, and hit the outdoors with a "Take only pictures, leave only footprints" mindset on your next adventure!
Minisode: Recreate Responsibly- Part 2
October 02, 2020 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBNeil and Randee continue their conversation about recreating responsibly and share examples of how to do it! Pack it In...Pack it Out, Fire Safety, and tons of other awesome outdoor information can be found here! We all need to do our part to ensure the long-term sustainability of Arizona's beautiful places! We're all accountable for our actions, and if we're not careful, we can negatively impact natural beauty as a group. Listen and learn how you can help Arizona's beautiful places stay tha...
Minisode: Recreate Responsibly
September 18, 2020 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.89 MBRandee and Neil are back after a short hiatus to share the first of a minisode series covering responsible outdoor recreation in your parks! In this episode, learn how to think ahead and minimize your impact on the trails, in your campsite, and every day you spend outdoors! Get a sneak peek at future episodes and join the Facebook group at azstateparks.com/recreate-responsibly!
Summertime Hiking Safety
April 23, 2020 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.16 MBWe all love a good hike but should always pay close attention to our safety on the trail. Arizona's summertime desert temps can soar over 100 degrees, and most of us just aren't made to hike on that type of heat! This doesn't mean that desert dwellers should abandon their hiking passion all together, but there are a certain set of hiking safety guidelines they should follow to stay safe on the trail! Check out this short episode and then go over to our website to learn more about staying saf...
Outdoor Photography Tips
March 25, 2020 13:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBJoin Neil and Randee as they discuss the finer points of outdoor photography with Arizona State Parks staff photographer, videographer (and podcast producer) Carlos Ramirez! Listen as Carlos goes into detail about things that will help you step up your photo game while exploring the outdoors. You don't want to miss the section about phone photography! We hope you enjoy, take some pics, and share them with us on social @azstateparks!
Adventure Writer Roger Naylor
February 26, 2020 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWe recently had a great talk with the one and only Roger Naylor! We love Roger's eloquent and entertaining style, and hopefully you've had a chance to experience it through one of his frequent stories in Arizona Highways Magazine, Sedona Magazine, or, The Arizona Republic! Roger has been publishing books and articles about Arizona for decades and just released his new book Arizona State Parks: A Guide to Amazing Places in the Grand Canyon State...Listen as Roger goes into detail about his Ar...
Wildlife Viewing Tips
January 30, 2020 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this episode, things get pretty wild as Neil and Randee talk about some of their favorite wildlife sightings, and how to improve your chances of seeing wildlife in Arizona's state parks! The hosts talk coyotes, tortoises, javelina, and Neil’s favorite, deer! Arizona wildlife is all around, and wide variety of species call your state parks home year-round. Get wildlife viewing tips and learn how to close the distance safely to snap a photo or two!
I ❤️ Lake Havasu State Park
January 29, 2020 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.49 MBNeil and Randee take to the water and discuss Colorado River life in this episode! Kick back and relax as they share all amenities and activities available at Lake Havasu State Park and all along Arizona’s “West Coast!” This popular Spring Break destination is full of so much more, from cabins to boat tours and beyond. Coast along with your hosts and stick around for a chance to win a special Valentine’s Day experience at Lake Havasu in the I ❤️ Lake Havasu State Park sweepstakes!
Benefits of Outdoor Recreation
January 29, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBAre you getting absolutely everything you can out of your outdoor adventures? Do you focus on the "big picture" or are you able to dissect your trip and focus on the intricacies that make Arizona's beautiful places so special? This week Neil and Randee discuss how to slow down and smell the roses (or poppies) while focusing on specific mental and physical benefits of your state park adventure. Whether you're hiking, camping, or just hanging out in the parks, there's distinct advantages to pa...