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Natural Resources University

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Natural 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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Episode 54 - Fire University: How Does Burning Outside of the Dormant Season Affect Pine Survival and Growth?

September 21, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MB

Due to concerns of damaging tree productivity, most prescribed burning has become limited to the dormant season, a practice that is inconsistent with the historical pattern of lighting-initiated fire. How different are the effects of seasonal biennial burning and which factors play the biggest role in survival? In this episode, Dr. Marcus Lashley turns to experts Dr. Morgan Varner, Director of Fire Research at Tall Timbers, and John Willis, Forest Researcher with the U.S. Forest Service, to ...

Episode 53 - Habitat University: Habitat Management: Reflections from a College Classroom

September 14, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MB

Adam and Jarred are joined in this episode by award-winning instructor, Dr. Liz Flaherty, to chat about teaching undergraduate students all about habitat management. Dr. Flaherty is an Associate Professor of Wildlife Ecology & Habitat Management at Purdue University. Take a listen to learn about the insights you can take from a college classroom and apply on your own property. Help us improve the podcast by taking this Habitat University Listener Feedback Survey: https://purdue.ca1.qualtri...

#53 | Habitat University - Habitat management: reflections from a college classroom, ft. Dr. Flaherty

September 14, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MB

Adam and Jarred are joined in this episode by award-winning instructor, Dr. Liz Flaherty, to chat about teaching undergraduate students all about habitat management. Dr. Flaherty is an Associate Professor of Wildlife Ecology & Habitat Management at Purdue University. Take a listen to learn about the insights you can take from a college classroom and apply on your own property. Help us improve the podcast by taking this Habitat University Listener Feedback Survey: https://purdue.ca1.qualtri...

Episode 52 - Deer University: Timber Harvesting & Wildlife Management, Part 2: Hardwoods

August 31, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Dr. Brady Self rejoins the Deer University team for their second installment of timber harvesting, this time focusing on hardwoods. Tune into today’s episode to discover what you need to know for successful hardwood management on your land.

#52 | Deer University -Timber harvesting & wildlife management, Part 2: hardwoods ft. Dr. Brady Self

August 31, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Dr. Brady Self rejoins the Deer University team for their second installment of timber harvesting, this time focusing on hardwoods. Tune into today’s episode to discover what you need to know for successful hardwood management on your land.

Episode 51 - Fire University: What to do When You Can't Burn

August 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

What do you do if you can’t use fire on your land but want to improve your deer and turkey habitat? In today's episode, Dr. Marcus Lashley inquires upon what landowners can do when faced with prescribed burn limitations. He turns to wildlife experts Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab and Dr. Craig Harper of UT Knoxville to discuss the factors and techniques that will help you get around prescribed fire restrictions. 

#51 | Fire University - What to do when you can't burn, ft. Dr. Craig Harper & Dr. Bronson Strickland

August 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

What do you do if you can’t use fire on your land but want to improve your deer and turkey habitat? In today's episode, Dr. Marcus Lashley inquires upon what landowners can do when faced with prescribed burn limitations. He turns to wildlife experts Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab and Dr. Craig Harper of UT Knoxville to discuss the factors and techniques that will help you get around prescribed fire restrictions. 

Episode 50 Special - We’re Only Just Getting Started!

August 17, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 16.8 MB

In this special 50th episode, the NRU team sits down with one another to share lessons they’ve learned over these last 8 months, reflect on their favorite episodes, and chat about what you can look forward to for the future.   Do you have a topic you want us to cover? Send us your feedback! Email: [email protected]   Don’t forget to cast your vote on your favorite NRU episode! https://twitter.com/NR_University Deer University: https://deeruniversity.libsyn.com/ Habitat Unive...

NRU Special 50th Episode – We’re Only Just Getting Started!

August 17, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 16.8 MB

In this special 50th episode, the NRU team sits down with one another to share lessons they’ve learned over these last 8 months, reflect on their favorite episodes, and chat about what you can look forward to for the future.   Do you have a topic you want us to cover? Send us your feedback! Email: [email protected]   Don’t forget to cast your vote on your favorite NRU episode! https://twitter.com/NR_University Deer University: https://deeruniversity.libsyn.com/ Habitat Unive...

#50 | NRU 50th Special - We’re only just getting started!

August 17, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 16.8 MB

In this special 50th episode, the NRU team sits down with one another to share lessons they’ve learned over these last 8 months, reflect on their favorite episodes, and chat about what you can look forward to for the future.   Do you have a topic you want us to cover? Send us your feedback! Email: [email protected]   Don’t forget to cast your vote on your favorite NRU episode! https://twitter.com/NR_University Deer University: https://deeruniversity.libsyn.com/ Habitat Unive...

Episode 49 - Habitat University: Exploring the Challenges of Invasive Species

August 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

 Ask anyone what they’re doing for wildlife habitat and you’re sure to hear mention of the challenges of invasive species. From aquatic invasive species that restructure entire food webs of Great Lakes to carpets of exotic grasses changing fire regimes in the west, invasive species are everywhere. In this episode, Jarred and Adam first dig in on the science of invasive species and discuss the challenges they present for wildlife and wildlife habitat. Then, we feature short discussions with D...

#49 | Habitat University - Exploring the challenges of invasive species, ft. Dawn Slack & Dr. Bronson Strickland

August 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

 Ask anyone what they’re doing for wildlife habitat and you’re sure to hear mention of the challenges of invasive species. From aquatic invasive species that restructure entire food webs of Great Lakes to carpets of exotic grasses changing fire regimes in the west, invasive species are everywhere. In this episode, Jarred and Adam first dig in on the science of invasive species and discuss the challenges they present for wildlife and wildlife habitat. Then, we feature short discussions with D...

#49 | Habitat University - Exploring the challenges of invasive species

August 10, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

 Ask anyone what they’re doing for wildlife habitat and you’re sure to hear mention of the challenges of invasive species. From aquatic invasive species that restructure entire food webs of Great Lakes to carpets of exotic grasses changing fire regimes in the west, invasive species are everywhere. In this episode, Jarred and Adam first dig in on the science of invasive species and discuss the challenges they present for wildlife and wildlife habitat. Then, we feature short discussions with D...

Episode 48 - Deer University: Armyworms and Food Plots

August 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Dr. Angus Catchot and Dr. Bronson Strickland visit the Mossy Oak GameKeepers Podcast team to discuss management of armyworms in wildlife food plots and duck holes.  In this episode, you’ll learn exactly what armyworms are and what you can do about them. Special thanks to Bobby Cole, Lannie Wallace, Dudley Phelps, and Toxey Haas for sharing this episode of GameKeepers with the Deer University podcast and helping us get the word out.  Find this episode and others at the Mossy Oak GameKeepe...

#48 | Deer University - Armyworms and food plots, ft. Dr. Angus Catchot

August 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Dr. Angus Catchot and Dr. Bronson Strickland visit the Mossy Oak GameKeepers Podcast team to discuss management of armyworms in wildlife food plots and duck holes.  In this episode, you’ll learn exactly what armyworms are and what you can do about them. Special thanks to Bobby Cole, Lannie Wallace, Dudley Phelps, and Toxey Haas for sharing this episode of GameKeepers with the Deer University podcast and helping us get the word out.  Find this episode and others at the Mossy Oak GameKeepe...

Episode 47 - Pond University: What's in My Water? Understanding Water Chemistry for Better Pond Management

August 03, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.3 MB

In this week's episode, the Pond University team talks with Assistant Professor Jake Hosen from Purdue University. Jake is an aquatic scientist and limnologist with expertise in building sensors to measure water quality parameters. Jake talks to us about some of the basics of water chemistry and how things like salinity and pH can influence pond management. He also talks to us about the exciting technology that he is currently developing, including the potential for digital sensors for pond ...

#47 | Pond University - What's in my water? Understanding water chemistry for better pond management

August 03, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.3 MB

In this week's episode, the Pond University team talks with Assistant Professor Jake Hosen from Purdue University. Jake is an aquatic scientist and limnologist with expertise in building sensors to measure water quality parameters. Jake talks to us about some of the basics of water chemistry and how things like salinity and pH can influence pond management. He also talks to us about the exciting technology that he is currently developing, including the potential for digital sensors for pond ...

Episode 46 - Deer University: Timber Harvesting & Wildlife Management, Part 1: Pine Stands

July 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

Dr. Brady Self is an Extension Forestry Specialist at Mississippi State University. In this episode of Deer University, Dr. Strickland and Dr. Demaris chat with Brady on the ins and outs of pine management and how it may impact management of wildlife species.

#46 | Deer University - Timber harvesting & wildlife management, Part 1: pine stands, ft. Dr. Brady Self

July 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

Dr. Brady Self is an Extension Forestry Specialist at Mississippi State University. In this episode of Deer University, Dr. Strickland and Dr. Demaris chat with Brady on the ins and outs of pine management and how it may impact management of wildlife species.

Episode 45 - Fire University: How Does Fire Affect Predators?

July 20, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MB

We use fire to manage lands for specific species, but can this management technique also be used to alter the behavior of predators? Tune into today's episode of Fire University as Dr. Marcus Lashley chats with Dr. Michael Cherry of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute and PhD student Marcelo Jorge of the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources as they discuss how fire can help decrease predator abundance on your land.  ▬▬▬▬▬ UF DEER Lab Social Medi...

#45 | Fire University - How fire affects predators, ft. Dr. Michael Cherry

July 20, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MB

We use fire to manage lands for specific species, but can this management technique also be used to alter the behavior of predators? Tune into today's episode of Fire University as Dr. Marcus Lashley chats with Dr. Michael Cherry of the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute and PhD student Marcelo Jorge of the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources as they discuss how fire can help decrease predator abundance on your land.  ▬▬▬▬▬ UF DEER Lab Social Medi...

Episode 44 - Habitat University: The Roots of Wildlife Habitat

July 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

When you’re managing habitat for wildlife do you think more about plants than wildlife? Yeah, us too. So who better to chat with than one of the nation’s leading researchers and educators on plant-wildlife interactions? In this episode, Jarred and Adam chat with author and University of Tennessee Extension Wildlife Specialist Dr. Craig Harper. Tune in for a masterclass on the importance of plants and plant id for all habitat managers. But, don’t worry, you don’t have to be a botanist for thi...

#44 | Habitat University - The roots of wildlife habitat, ft. Dr. Craig Harper

July 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

When you’re managing habitat for wildlife do you think more about plants than wildlife? Yeah, us too. So who better to chat with than one of the nation’s leading researchers and educators on plant-wildlife interactions? In this episode, Jarred and Adam chat with author and University of Tennessee Extension Wildlife Specialist Dr. Craig Harper. Tune in for a masterclass on the importance of plants and plant id for all habitat managers. But, don’t worry, you don’t have to be a botanist for thi...

#43 | Pond University - Tips for managing aquatic vegetation in your pond, ft. Dr. Joseph Morris

July 06, 2021 15:21 - 1 hour - 91 MB

In this episode of Pond University, we talk with Professor Joe Morris from Iowa State University. Joe has worked in pond management and aquaculture for a long time and has a wealth of knowledge and experience on lots of different topics, including aquatic vegetation identification, management and control. Joe is also the director of the North Central Regional Aquaculture Center. Joe talks to us about some of the major considerations when managing aquatic vegetation and some specific manageme...

Episode 43 - Pond University: Tips for Managing Aquatic Vegetation in Your Pond

July 06, 2021 15:21 - 1 hour - 91 MB

In this episode of Pond University, we talk with Professor Joe Morris from Iowa State University. Joe has worked in pond management and aquaculture for a long time and has a wealth of knowledge and experience on lots of different topics, including aquatic vegetation identification, management and control. Joe is also the director of the North Central Regional Aquaculture Center. Joe talks to us about some of the major considerations when managing aquatic vegetation and some specific manageme...

Episode 42 - Deer University: Can Supplemental Feeding Impact the Plant Community?

June 30, 2021 18:32 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MB

Supplemental feeding has become a common practice, but deer biologists are often concerned about the indirect effects and how the practice could degrade habitat quality and impact the native plant community. In this episode we interview Beau Navarre, a graduate student in the MSU Deer Lab, about his research where he measured all sorts of plant data around feeders that concentrated deer. So, does feeding affect the native plant community? Well, it depends. Listen to find out!

#42 | Deer University - Can supplemental feeding impact the plant community? ft. Beau Navarre

June 30, 2021 18:32 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MB

Supplemental feeding has become a common practice, but deer biologists are often concerned about the indirect effects and how the practice could degrade habitat quality and impact the native plant community. In this episode we interview Beau Navarre, a graduate student in the MSU Deer Lab, about his research where he measured all sorts of plant data around feeders that concentrated deer. So, does feeding affect the native plant community? Well, it depends. Listen to find out!

Episode 41 - Fire University: Promoting the Poults: How to Create High-Quality Brooding Cover

June 22, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB

In today’s episode of Fire University, Dr. Marcus Lashley sits down with returning guest John Gruchy of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks to discuss brood rearing and nesting cover of wild turkeys and northern bobwhites. Join them as they discuss what makes for good brood rearing and nesting cover when managing for turkey poults and bobwhite chicks. ▬▬▬▬▬ UF DEER Lab Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/UFDEERLab ►Instagram: https://www.instagram....

#41 | Fire University - Promoting the poults: How to create high-quality brooding cover, ft. John Gruchy

June 22, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MB

In today’s episode of Fire University, Dr. Marcus Lashley sits down with returning guest John Gruchy of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks to discuss brood rearing and nesting cover of wild turkeys and northern bobwhites. Join them as they discuss what makes for good brood rearing and nesting cover when managing for turkey poults and bobwhite chicks. ▬▬▬▬▬ UF DEER Lab Social Media ▬▬▬▬▬ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/UFDEERLab ►Instagram: https://www.instagram....

#40 | Habitat University - The moneyball problem

June 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

What do baseball and wildlife habitat management have in common? Take a listen to this week’s episode as Adam and Jarred discuss what Adam calls “the Moneyball problem” of habitat management. They chat about how lessons learned from the best-selling book (and movie) - Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game – can be applied to habitat management. Help us improve the podcast by taking this Habitat University Listener Feedback Survey: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5oteinF...

Episode 40 - Habitat University: The Moneyball Problem

June 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

What do baseball and wildlife habitat management have in common? Take a listen to this week’s episode as Adam and Jarred discuss what Adam calls “the Moneyball problem” of habitat management. They chat about how lessons learned from the best-selling book (and movie) - Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game – can be applied to habitat management. Help us improve the podcast by taking this Habitat University Listener Feedback Survey: https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5oteinF...

#39 | Pond University - The blue-green monster: How to manage harmful algal blooms

June 08, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

In this episode of Pond University, we talk with Ciera Baird. Ciera is an Aquatic Ecotoxicologist with Aquatic Control and is an expert on harmful algal blooms. Ciera talks to us about the difference between regular “green” algae and blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, and the types of conditions that can lead to harmful algal blooms. Ciera also discusses the negative impacts of these blooms and how to prevent and manage them in your pond or lake. We hope you enjoy this episode! Also, please...

Episode 39 - Pond University: The Blue-Green Monster: How to Manage Harmful Algal Blooms

June 08, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

In this episode of Pond University, we talk with Ciera Baird. Ciera is an Aquatic Ecotoxicologist with Aquatic Control and is an expert on harmful algal blooms. Ciera talks to us about the difference between regular “green” algae and blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria, and the types of conditions that can lead to harmful algal blooms. Ciera also discusses the negative impacts of these blooms and how to prevent and manage them in your pond or lake. We hope you enjoy this episode! Also, please...

Episode 38 - Deer University: Can Supplemental Feeding Increase Disease Risk?

June 07, 2021 15:35 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MB

Supplemental feeding of deer has become a common practice throughout most of the white-tailed deer’s range. Deer biologists often warn of the potential risks of supplemental feeding related to transfer of disease among deer, other wildlife, and people.  In this episode we interview Miranda Huang, a graduate student in the MSU Deer Lab, about her research where she quantified disease risk from parasites and aflatoxins.  The results were surprising!  

#38 | Deer University - Can supplemental feeding increase disease risk? ft. Miranda Huang

June 07, 2021 15:35 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MB

Supplemental feeding of deer has become a common practice throughout most of the white-tailed deer’s range. Deer biologists often warn of the potential risks of supplemental feeding related to transfer of disease among deer, other wildlife, and people.  In this episode we interview Miranda Huang, a graduate student in the MSU Deer Lab, about her research where she quantified disease risk from parasites and aflatoxins.  The results were surprising!  

#37 | Fire University - Using fire to manage for deer, ft. Dr. Will Gulsby & Dr. Bronson Strickland

May 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

In today's episode of Fire University, Dr. Marcus Lashley sits down with Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab and Dr. Will Gulsby of Auburn University to chat about deer habitat, timing of fire, and all the nuances of using fire as a tool to manage for deer. Tune in to learn how using prescribed fire can help you create both high quality cover and forage for your deer! Dr. Bronson Strickland, MSU Deer Lab: https://www.msudeer.msstate.edu/ Dr. William Gulsby: http://wp.auburn.edu/de...

#37 | Fire University: Using fire to manage for deer, ft. Dr. Will Gulsby & Dr. Bronson Strickland

May 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

In today's episode of Fire University, Dr. Marcus Lashley sits down with Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab and Dr. Will Gulsby of Auburn University to chat about deer habitat, timing of fire, and all the nuances of using fire as a tool to manage for deer. Tune in to learn how using prescribed fire can help you create both high quality cover and forage for your deer! Dr. Bronson Strickland, MSU Deer Lab: https://www.msudeer.msstate.edu/ Dr. William Gulsby: http://wp.auburn.edu/de...

Episode 37 - Fire University: Using Fire to Manage for Deer

May 25, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

In today's episode of Fire University, Dr. Marcus Lashley sits down with Dr. Bronson Strickland of the MSU Deer Lab and Dr. Will Gulsby of Auburn University to chat about deer habitat, timing of fire, and all the nuances of using fire as a tool to manage for deer. Tune in to learn how using prescribed fire can help you create both high quality cover and forage for your deer! Dr. Bronson Strickland, MSU Deer Lab: https://www.msudeer.msstate.edu/ Dr. William Gulsby: http://wp.auburn.edu/de...

Episode 36 - Habitat University: Aldo's Tools Revisited 88 Years Later

May 18, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

Aldo Leopold’s defined his 5 tools of game management when he wrote Game Management over 80 years ago. But what tools did he miss, or what tools have been developed in the 88 years since the book was published? Join Adam and Jarred as they share their thoughts on the habitat management tools that should be added to the list. What tools would you add to Aldo’s list? Also, listen as Jarred tries to convince Adam that his toolbox analogy isn’t complete nonsense. Help us improve the podcast by...

#36 | Habitat University - Aldo's tools revisited 88 years later

May 18, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

Aldo Leopold’s defined his 5 tools of game management when he wrote Game Management over 80 years ago. But what tools did he miss, or what tools have been developed in the 88 years since the book was published? Join Adam and Jarred as they share their thoughts on the habitat management tools that should be added to the list. What tools would you add to Aldo’s list? Also, listen as Jarred tries to convince Adam that his toolbox analogy isn’t complete nonsense. Help us improve the podcast by...

#35 | Pond University - Teach a person to fish: Tips for managing pond fish populations

May 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

In this episode, the Pond University team talks with Wes Goldsmith. Wes is a Fish Management Specialist with Aquatic Control and is an alumnus of Purdue’s Aquatic Sciences program. Wes talks to about assessing and managing fish populations, including how to fix common problems. We hope you enjoy this episode! Also, please consider taking our anonymous listener survey so that we can improve the podcast and include topics that you are interested in.   Anonymous Listener Survey: https://p...

Episode 35 - Pond University: Teach a Person to Fish | Tips for Managing Pond Fish Populations

May 13, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

In this episode, the Pond University team talks with Wes Goldsmith. Wes is a Fish Management Specialist with Aquatic Control and is an alumnus of Purdue’s Aquatic Sciences program. Wes talks to about assessing and managing fish populations, including how to fix common problems. We hope you enjoy this episode! Also, please consider taking our anonymous listener survey so that we can improve the podcast and include topics that you are interested in.   Anonymous Listener Survey: https://p...

Episode 34 - Deer University: Deer Management Advice from William McKinley

May 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

William McKinley is a deer biologist and coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks and has been assisting hunters, managers, and landowners with deer management strategies for 20 years.  William has seen a lot of mistakes, but also has many success stories.  Join us for a fun and informative conversation with William.

#34 | Deer University - Deer management advice from William McKinley

May 04, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

William McKinley is a deer biologist and coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks and has been assisting hunters, managers, and landowners with deer management strategies for 20 years.  William has seen a lot of mistakes, but also has many success stories.  Join us for a fun and informative conversation with William.

Episode 33 - Fire University: Managing Quail Habitat Using Prescribed Fire

April 27, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MB

How can you use fire to manage plant communities for quail? This week, Marcus sits down with Dr. James Martin of the University of Georgia and Dr. Mark McConnell of Mississippi State University to discuss the best management strategies using prescribed fire. This episode covers the best management practices including spatial scale, seasonality, and frequency of fire for quail. 

#33 | Fire University - Managing quail habitat using prescribed fire, ft. Dr. James Martin & Dr. Mark McConnell

April 27, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MB

How can you use fire to manage plant communities for quail? This week, Marcus sits down with Dr. James Martin of the University of Georgia and Dr. Mark McConnell of Mississippi State University to discuss the best management strategies using prescribed fire. This episode covers the best management practices including spatial scale, seasonality, and frequency of fire for quail. 

Episode 32 - Habitat University: Aldo's Tools: Aiming High for Habitat with the Gun

April 20, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MB

Our tour of Aldo’s Tools comes to a close in this episode as we consider the last tool: the gun. From controlling certain game populations to engaging hunters in habitat conservation efforts in their own backyard or across the continent, Patt Dorsey, Director of Conservation Operations in the west for the National Wild Turkey Federation, breaks down how the gun does a lot of good for habitat in this wide ranging discussion with Adam. Patt’s long career in conservation and life-time passion f...

#32 | Habitat University - Aldo's tools: Aiming high for habitat with the gun, ft. Patt Dorsey

April 20, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MB

Our tour of Aldo’s Tools comes to a close in this episode as we consider the last tool: the gun. From controlling certain game populations to engaging hunters in habitat conservation efforts in their own backyard or across the continent, Patt Dorsey, Director of Conservation Operations in the west for the National Wild Turkey Federation, breaks down how the gun does a lot of good for habitat in this wide ranging discussion with Adam. Patt’s long career in conservation and life-time passion f...

Episode 31 - Pond University: "Sitting Dockside" to Discuss Pond & Lake Education with Some Specifics on Aeration

April 15, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MB

In this episode, the Pond University team talks with Matt Rayl. Matt is a co-host of another podcast called Sitting Dockside, and is also the co-founder of a non-profit agency for pond and lake management called the Private Water Natural Resources Association. Matt talks about is passion and inspiration for building these educational forums for pond and lake management. He also goes into depth about aeration in ponds, drawing on his more than 20 years of experience in pond management. We enc...

#31 | Pond University - "Sitting dockside" to discuss pond & lake education with specifics on aeration, ft. Matt Rayl

April 15, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MB

In this episode, the Pond University team talks with Matt Rayl. Matt is a co-host of another podcast called Sitting Dockside, and is also the co-founder of a non-profit agency for pond and lake management called the Private Water Natural Resources Association. Matt talks about is passion and inspiration for building these educational forums for pond and lake management. He also goes into depth about aeration in ponds, drawing on his more than 20 years of experience in pond management. We enc...

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