Natural Resources University
362 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 103 ratingsNatural Resources University is a podcast network focused on delivering science-based natural resource management. The series housed within this network aim to deliver expert-based knowledge for their corresponding genre of natural resource management.
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Wild Turkey Science - MO update | #165
June 26, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77 MBMarcus and Will sit down at the Southeast Wild Turkey Working Group Meeting with Nick Oakley, Wild Turkey Biologist for Missouri. Join as Nick discloses the state’s turkey history and trends, current status and hunting guidelines, and a breakdown of the ongoing research to assess what’s driving production. Resources: MO Wild Turkey Brook Survey Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (tur...
Wild Turkey Science - Which plants? | #164
June 19, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 99 MBMarcus and Will recap Dr. Harper’s dense episodes by discussing indicator plants to evaluate success in brood field management. Resources: iNaturalist Seek Forest Plants of the Southeast and Their Wildlife Uses Wildlife Food Plots and Early Successional Plants GeFellers, James Wade, et al. "Seeding is not always necessary to restore native early successional plant communities." Restoration Ecology 28.6 (2020): 1485-1494. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. ...
Fire University - Introducing co-host of Fire University | #163
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBWe welcome Dr. Carolina Baruzzi, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology & Management at the University of Florida, who joins Marcus as our new co-host of Fire University! Hear about their previous work together, Dr. Baruzzi’s research interests, and their ideas for the series moving forward. Resources from the episode: Baruzzi, C., et al. "The pyrogenic bunchgrass Aristida beyrichiana is negatively affected by soil biota when planted outside of its home soil." Plant and Soil (2022): 1-1...
Fish University - Gulf Red Snapper Management | #162
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBAs the Gulf of Mexico Red Snapper fishing seasons kick off for 2023, Wes sits down with Dr. Marcus Drymon, and Assistant Extension Professor with extensive experience in Red Snapper research and management. Marcus tells the history of Red Snapper fishing, some of the controversies and conflicts that have arisen between recreational and commercial anglers, managers, and scientists, and they discuss the status of Red Snapper research and management. Tune in an let Fish University dispel some o...
Wild Turkey Science - What is TFT about? | #161
June 12, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 93 MBTurkeys for Tomorrow Legal Council and board member Carter Weeks joins us to discuss how TFT got started, the vision of the organization, and how you can get involved to make a difference. To learn more about TFT, check out turkeysfortomorrow.org. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Aubur...
Deer University - Burn baby burn! | #160
June 07, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBThere’s no doubt that prescribed fire is good for wildlife habitat, but what’s the best time of year to burn? What are the pros and cons of burning during the dormant season (winter) and the growing season (spring and summer)? In this episode Bronson and Steve visit with MSU Deer Lab graduate student Luke Resop and discuss the findings from his research where he examined the response of vegetation to dormant and growing season fire. Which is the best? You guessed it…IT DEPENDS. Chec...
Wild Turkey Science - Brooding and nesting cover (Part 2/2) | #159
June 05, 2023 11:50 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBDr. Craig Harper joins to disclose step-by-step instructions on how to implement better brooding and nesting cover on your property. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. Dr. Craig Harper (Website) Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund This podcast is ...
Wild Turkey Science - Brooding and nesting cover (Part 1/2) | #158
May 29, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBDr. Craig Harper joins to disclose step-by-step instructions on how to implement better brooding and nesting cover on your property. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. Dr. Craig Harper (Website) Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund This podcast is m...
Habitat University - Getting kids engaged in habitat management through WHEP | #157
May 25, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBIn this episode, Jarred and Adam explain the Wildlife Habitat Education Program, which engages kids from throughout the country in wildlife habitat management through 4-H and FFA. Adam and Jarred first discuss the structure of the program and how it’s implemented in states across the country, and then they explore the national competition, including featuring voices of competitors from the 2022 National Competition in Kentucky. If you’re interested in starting a WHEP club in your communi...
Timber University - Financial considerations for forestland investment | #156
May 24, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBForestland and its subsequent management are still sound investments! Join us in this episode of Timber University as we discuss some of the things you should consider when investing in natural resources. We also discuss how timber value varies depending upon a different location and onsite factors. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Be sure to subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Wild Turkey Science - Status of turkeys in FL (Part 2/2) | #155
May 22, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBFWC Wild Turkey Management Program Coordinator Buddy Welch discloses details on the previous and on-going research conducted on wild turkeys. Then, discussion of Florida landowner resources, cost-share programs, and habitat characteristics unique to the state that are vital for turkey population. This is Part 2 of this episode. Resources from the episode: FWC Wild Turkey Summer Survey (opens June 1) Florida Wildlife Corridor Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 2022 Annual...
Fish University - How to kill fish | #154
May 17, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes - 73 MBYou know what to do when your pet cat or dog is sick, but have you ever thought about who to call when your pet fish are under the weather? In this episode, Wes chats with Dr. Jessie Sanders, a mobile aquatic veterinarian and author, to talk fish health. From sick Koi and goldfish to whether fish get constipated, no discussion is out of bounds. Join in for a fun and informative discussion about your aquatic scale babies. Do you have questions or comments? Follow the Fish University Faceboo...
Wild Turkey Science - Status of turkeys in FL (Part 1/2) | #153
May 15, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBFWC Wild Turkey Management Program Coordinator Buddy Welch joins us to disclose details on the state’s season frameworks, restocking history, and harvest trends. Then, a look into the previous and on-going research studies conducted on wild turkeys across Florida. This is Part 1 of this episode. Resources from the episode: FWC Wild Turkey Summer Survey (opens June 1) Florida Wildlife Corridor Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission 2022 Annual Wild Turkey Hunting Status Report...
Working Wild U - Colorado wolf reintroduction and the great divide | #152
May 12, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBWe’ve covered a lot this season: wolves, working lands, and some of the ideas and management practices that divide and unite the people of the American West. In our final episode of the season, Alex and Jared are headed to Colorado, where a ballot initiative, passed in 2020, requires Colorado Parks and Wildlife to reintroduce wolves to the western part of the state by the end of 2023. Full show notes: https://workingwild.us/season-one/13-colorado-wolf-reintroduction-and-the-great-divide/
Wild Turkey Science - Wild turkey populations in PA (Part 2/2) | #151
May 08, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBPA Game Commission wild turkey biologist Mary Jo Caselena joins us to disclose details on their state’s mark recapture study, population trends, and private landowner incentive programs. Then, a look into the largest conducted, multi-state mid-Atlantic hen population study. This is Part 2 of this episode. Resources from the episode: PA Landowner Programs Casalena, M. J., et al. "Understanding the new normal: wild turkeys in a changing northeastern landscape." Proceedings of the Nationa...
Wild Turkey Science - Wild turkey populations in PA (Part 1/2) | #150
May 01, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBPA Game Commission wild turkey biologist Mary Jo Caselena joins us to disclose details on their state’s mark recapture study, population trends, and private landowner incentive programs. Then, a look into the largest conducted, multi-state mid-Atlantic hen population study. This is Part 1 of 2 for this episode. Resources from the episode: PA Landowner Programs Casalena, M. J., et al. "Understanding the new normal: wild turkeys in a changing northeastern landscape." Proceedings of the ...
Wild Turkey Science - What's changed in MS? (Part 2/2) | #149
April 27, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBWildlife Biologist John Gruchy gives us his fastball pitch on adjusting old fields, even food plots, into poult-rearing cover. This is Part 2 of Monday's episode. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a gra...
Timber University - Forest taxes for the forest landowner | #148
April 26, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBForest tax is a very specialized area in the tax codes. Many forest landowners, CPAs, and lawyers are often not well versed with this type of taxation. This episode of Timber University is recorded with the intent of highlighting some of the more pertinent areas of tax law that concern landowners and their forest management. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Be sure to subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, a...
Wild Turkey Science - What's changed in MS? (Part 1/2) | #147
April 24, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBWildlife Biologist John Gruchy joins the show to discuss the timeline of landscape changes across Mississippi, consequences of earlier management decisions, and what we’ve got to eradicate moving forward. Check back Thursday for Part 2 of this episode. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , A...
Wild Turkey Science - Bonus episode | #146
April 21, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBMarcus and WIll jump back on to correct literature data on exotic grasses from Monday’s episode, clarify a few points on CRP and burning during nesting, and swap turkey hunting stories. Referenced paper: Barnes, Thomas G., Stephen J. DeMaso, and Matt A. Bahm. "The impact of 3 exotic, invasive grasses in the southeastern United States on wildlife." Wildlife Society Bulletin 37.3 (2013): 497-502. Get your call: https://honeycombcustomcalls.com/collections/our-partners/products/chasing-t...
Wild Turkey Science - Has turkey habitat changed? | #145
April 17, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this episode, we discuss the large-scale habitat changes that may have contributed to wild turkey decline, key management strategies that shifted the landscapes, what changes contributed to habitat loss, and what we can do to save the poults moving forward. Papers: Barnes, Thomas G., Stephen J. DeMaso, and Matt A. Bahm. "The impact of 3 exotic, invasive grasses in the southeastern United States on wildlife." Wildlife Society Bulletin 37.3 (2013): 497-502. Carmichael Jr, D. Breck. "...
Wild Turkey Science - OK update (Part 2/2): Reproductive ecology of Rios and Easterns | #144
April 13, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBDr. Colter Chitwood re-joins the podcast to give us an update of the on-going turkey research in the state of Oklahoma. Learn details of the hunter-led work estimating vital rates to increase poult per hen ratios, and learn how state-wide genetics can help us understand turkey movement across the landscape. Dr. Colter Chitwood (Academic Profile) Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysforto...
Habitat University - Farm bill biologists & beyond: Pheasants & Quail Forever's approach to private land conservation | #143
April 12, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 84 MBWhen it comes to getting boots on the ground for private lands conservation, Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever is a leader. This episode we are joined by Quail Forever Tennessee State Coordinator, Brittney Viers, to discuss all the work PF & QF does for wildlife on private lands. From Farm Bill Biologists to Precision Ag & Conservation Specialists, tune in to learn about the wide-ranging roles of PFQF employees, and how they work to create and enhance habitat on private lands. Help us imp...
Wild Turkey Science - Burning during nesting | #142
April 10, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MBDr. Chris Moorman rejoins the podcast to discuss the use of prescribed fire during nesting season. Plus, gain inside details on the studies Dr. Moorman has led concerning burn timing as it relates to ground nesting birds. Papers: Kilburg, Eric L., et al. "Wild turkey nest survival and nest‐site selection in the presence of growing‐season prescribed fire." The Journal of Wildlife Management 78.6 (2014): 1033-1039. Kilburg, Eric L., et al. "Wild turkey prenesting-resource selection in a...
Wild Turkey Science - OK update (Part 1/2): Reproductive ecology of Rios and Easterns | #141
April 06, 2023 11:01 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBDr. Colter Chitwood re-joins the podcast to give us an update of the on-going turkey research in the state of Oklahoma. Learn details of the hunter-led work estimating vital rates to increase poult per hen ratios, and learn how state-wide genetics can help us understand turkey movement across the landscape. Dr. Colter Chitwood (Academic Profile) Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysforto...
Working Wild U - Co-producing technology to reduce conflict | #140
April 06, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBToday, Alex and Jared explore how livestock producers and researchers are working together to adapt old world tools into new world technologies to help reduce conflicts. They’ll look at how innovative solutions can often be simple, and how new tools can help keep people, livestock, and wildlife safe. Full show notes: https://workingwild.us/season-one/12-co-producing-technology-to-reduce-conflict/
Fish University - Gator gar! | #139
April 05, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBDid you know that fish much larger than you with a mouth full of sharp teeth might be swimming just below the surface of your favorite swimming hole? Don’t worry, these ancient creatures do not have a taste for humans. In this episode, Wes interviews Matt Wegener (Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission) and Kayla Kimmel (U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service) about the biology and conservation of one of North America’s largest fish, the Alligator Gar. Do you have questions or comments? Follow the ...
Working Wild U - Old World tools to new world technology | #138
April 04, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode, Alex and Jared dive into techniques that can help ranchers reduce conflicts between wolves and livestock. They’ll explore how a new spin on an old tool increases the effectiveness of fencing, how putting riders back on the range can have a multitude of benefits, and how one valley in Montana is working together to compost carcasses to reduce attractants on the landscape. But applying these tools takes know-how, money, and time. Who pays for conflict reduction efforts that ...
Wild Turkey Science - What we learned from density dependence | #137
April 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe review our recent episodes on the density dependence hypothesis, what we learned from conversations with experts, and implications this may have on management of the wild turkey moving forward. Papers: Bond, Bobby T., et al. "Thirty-year case study showing a negative relationship between population and reproductive indices of eastern wild turkeys in Georgia." Georgia Journal of Science 70.2 (2012): 5. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gu...
Wild Turkey Science - AL update, is there a dominant gobbler? | #136
March 30, 2023 17:49 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn this episode, we give you an update on the ongoing projects in Alabama including preliminary results on which gobblers can breed, the most common predators of nests, effects of hunting on gobbling, and more. Paper: Proportion of tom’s had testes large enough that they could breed Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (turkeysfortomorrow) UF DEER Lab (ufdeerlab) Donate to wild turkey res...
Timber University - Casualty Loss and the Forest Landowner | #135
March 29, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode, we take on the difficult subject of casualty loss. This is a subject no landowner looks forward to, but planning for the worst is sound planning. Join us as we discuss what the IRS considers a casualty, how to determine your loss in the eyes of the IRS, and how best to move forward, from a Forest Tax perspective, after one occurs. Resources: Tips for Landowners Attempting to Salvage Hurricane Damaged Timber For questions or comments, email us at timberuniversity...
Wild Turkey Science - A different perspective on density dependence | #134
March 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBIs density dependence operating on wild turkeys? Dr. Bret Collier walks us through his point of view on density dependence and whether it is responsible for observed changes in turkey populations. We cover a lot of ground and discuss various aspects of wild turkey biology from many studies and regions. Papers Byrne, M. E., Chamberlain, M. J., & Collier, B. A. (2015). Potential density dependence in wild turkey productivity in the southeastern United States. In Proceedings of the Nation...
Deer University - Just how bad is dog hunting on deer? | #133
March 24, 2023 17:03 - 1 hour - 85 MBSeems like you either love dog hunting, or hate it. There’s no in between. But what does the research say about the effects of dog hunting on deer herds? In this episode we visit with Dr. Gino D’Angelo, a professor at the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia. Gino is one of the few biologists that has studied a deer population routinely hunted with dogs. Gino will fill us in on the effects of dog hunting and best management practices if dog hunters ...
Wild Turkey Science - Density-dependence in upland game birds | #132
March 20, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBWhat is density-dependence and could it be driving the patterns we're seeing in declining populations? Dr. Mark McConnell joins Marcus and Will to pull knowledge from research on density-dependence in upland game bird species and how these factors may affect wild turkey populations. Papers: Byrne, Michael E., et al. "Nest site fidelity and nesting success of female wild turkeys." Wildlife Society Bulletin 46.2 (2022): e1279. Guthrie, Joshua D., et al. "Evaluation of a global positionin...
Habitat University - 50 Solutions to the private lands challenge: Idaho | #131
March 16, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBIn this episode, we wrap our mini-segment on approaches to private lands habitat management with a visit to a state with only about 30% private land: Idaho! Sal Palazzolo is the State Wildlife Habitat Program Manager for the Idaho Department of Fish & Game. He works with staff and partners to manage habitat throughout the state on private and public lands and took Adam on a tour of the state and its diversity to admire their unique challenges and share some of their successes! Help us im...
Wild Turkey Science - Which vital rates are most important to turkey populations? | #130
March 13, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBWhat does the available wild turkey research tell us and what gaps need to be filled moving forward? Dr. Chitwood walks us through 50+ years of published literature on eastern wild turkey vital rates. They literally incorporated all of the vital rates published on easterns into a model, to determine the status of population trajectories, and identify which factor was most important in driving those trajectories. This is the first release of the only known, all-inclusive meta-analysis on the ...
Wild Turkey Science - I lease land...what about me? | #129
March 09, 2023 12:00 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBIt’s obvious that we need to do something about poult-rearing cover. What are the opportunities for you to help on land you don’t own? Join Marcus and Will as they discuss what desirable brooding cover looks like, how to achieve it, and how and where our listeners have improved turkey habitat on the places they hunt. This is a bonus episode for the tremendous feedback and questions received related to this topic. Paper: Palmer, William E., et al. "Effect of field borders and nest‐predato...
Timber University - Site preparation for forestland establishment | #128
March 08, 2023 12:10 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBJoin us in this episode of Timber University as we discuss the pros and cons of site preparation in forestry. Many forest managers are familiar with the various mechanical and chemical site preparation methods available, but may not know how they compare with each other in implementation and effectiveness. This episode is intended to familiarize you with the most commonly encountered treatments currently used in forestry. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected]. B...
Working Wild U - Wolf management in the Pacific Northwest | #127
March 07, 2023 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBSo far this season, we’ve been spending a lot of time in the Northern Rockies, in the states where grey wolves first returned to the West – whether by reintroduction or recolonization. But in 2008, dispersing wolves from Idaho denned in both eastern Oregon and Washington, where they hadn’t been seen since the 1940’s. In this episode, Alex and Jared explore how different geography, politics and management goals put wolves in the center of a tough dynamic in the Pacific Northwest. Full sh...
Wild Turkey Science - Which turkey predators? | #126
March 06, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68 MBWhile at the Southeast Deer Study Group, Marcus and Will sit down to reflect on the recent predation episodes. They discuss key takeaways, lessons learned, and where mindsets began to shift. Paper: Palmer, William E., et al. "Effect of field borders and nest‐predator reduction on abundance of northern bobwhites." Wildlife Society Bulletin 33.4 (2005): 1398-1405. Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomo...
Working Wild U - Wolves dispersing in the modern West | #125
March 05, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBWhen wolves disperse, they are increasingly moving through human-dominated landscapes where they often get into trouble. In today’s episode, Alex and Jared explore where wolves are, where different people think they should be, and the tricky business of managing and living with wolves in a changing world. Links from the episode: Gray Wolf Spotted 3 Times In Ventura County Believed To Have Traveled From Oregon Study: Does dispersal make the heart grow bolder? Avoidance of anthropoge...
Wild Turkey Science - NC research update: Largest private land turkey study | #124
March 02, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MB200 private landowners, 25,000+ acres of private land, years of data… on hundreds of birds!?! If you live or hunt in North Carolina this episode is a must-listen! Dr. Chris Moorman joins Marcus and Will to reveal details on a unique, multi-regional wild turkey research project taking place in the state of North Carolina. Stay tuned for a later NC research update for details on how the project is progressing. Dr. Chris Moorman (Academic Profile) Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academi...
Fish University - Developments in bass fishing | #123
March 01, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 73 MBThe world of fishing, and especially bass fishing, has changed considerably in the past 50 years. In this episode, Wes sits down with retired fisheries expert and active angler Dr. Hal Schramm to discuss how the techniques, science, and management of bass fishing has evolved over the past 50 years and what the next great challenges may be. Do you have questions or comments? Follow the Fish University Facebook community and chat with Wes or suggest future episodes! Follow Natural Resour...
Wild Turkey Science - So, you think you know nest predators? | #122
February 27, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBDr. Bret Collier joins Marcus and Will to challenge the status quo of how we view wild turkey nest predation. Bringing a new perspective to how we define predators, Dr. Collier breaks down our conventional approach, while proposing a few new methods, to controlling wild turkey predation. Resources from the episode: Byrne, Michael E., and Michael J. Chamberlain. "Seasonal space use and habitat selection of adult raccoons (Procyon lotor) in a Louisiana bottomland hardwood forest." The Amer...
Working Wild U - The Yellowstone Wolf | #121
February 22, 2023 16:26 - 28 minutes - 39 MBMany people, when they think about wolves, think of Yellowstone National Park. And for good reason; it has some of the best wolf watching in the world. But tensions rose when changes to Montana’s wolf hunt along the Park border were made just before the 2021-22 season. Join Alex and Jared as they explore wolves in and around Yellowstone National Park. They’ll look at how wolves are managed differently depending on where they are on a map, and what that really means for the communities arou...
Wild Turkey Science - Effectiveness of trapping across game bird species | #120
February 20, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBWith limited research on wild turkey predator trapping, Marcus and Will turn to Dr. Dwayne Elmore for his professional and personal experience with predator trapping across various game bird species. Join as they pull and apply concepts from the available body of literature to help us further understand predator control for wild turkeys. Resources from the episode: Ellis‐Felege, Susan N., et al. "Predator reduction results in compensatory shifts in losses of avian ground nests." Journal...
Fire University - Fire coordination and education | #119
February 15, 2023 12:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBMarcus is joined by Jenn Fawcett, Extension Associate & SERPPAS Prescribed Fire Work Group Coordinator for NC State University. Join as they discuss the various avenues of education and coordination available to landowners across the southeast wanting to get fire on their land. Resources from the episode: https://kstate.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=3eacaaf1a3514d3da2e5215b5dd55f9b https://sites.cnr.ncsu.edu/southeast-fire-update/prescribed-burn-associations// https...
Wild Turkey Science - The science on trapping | #118
February 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBMarcus and Will delve deeper into the research on wild turkey predator trapping. Join as they break down key findings, interpret study designs, discuss strengths and limitations, and continue the conversation of controversy surrounding wild turkey predator trapping. Resources from the episode: Speake, Daniel W. "Predation on wild turkeys in Alabama." 4th National Wild Turkey Symposium. Little Rock, Arkansas (USA). 2-5 Mar 1980.. 1980. Williams Jr, L. E., D. H. Austin, and T. E. Peoples...
Timber University - Estate Planning for Forestland | #117
February 08, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MBMr. David Bean is the owner of Advisory Services, Ltd. in Mountain View, Arkansas. Join Brady and Shaun as they talk with David about estate planning with a natural resources spin with topics covering items from construction of wills to trusts. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected]. Be sure to subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Wild Turkey Science - Turkey predators | #116
February 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBWhat eats turkeys? Has the predator context changed? We give you a look from the literature, historical writings, discuss underrepresented predators, and breakdown important concepts in predator prey dynamics. Resources from the episode: Chitwood et al. 2020. Raccoon Vigilance and Activity Patterns When Sympatric with Coyotes Gulsby et al. 2017 Landscape heterogeneity reduces coyote predation on white-tailed deer fawns Kelly et al. 2015. Seasonal and Spatial Variation in Diets of C...