Call of the Outdoors

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Call of the Outdoors Podcast

Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!

  1. 7 FEB

    Episode 39: Sharp & Pointy Teeth: Black Bear Biology & Management

    Did you know more than half of black bears in Pennsylvania den on top of the ground in a thicket that resembles a giant bird nest? Black Bear Program Manager Emily Carrollo joins host Matt Morrett to bust some common bear myths, share her firsthand experience visiting dens, and explain what to do if you encounter a bear in the wild. She also provides insight into the Game Commission’s new black bear management plan and how proposed changes to hunting seasons would help the black bear population in Pennsylvania.

    48 min

  2. 4 SEPT

    Episode 48: R3-Preserving Pennsylvania’s Hunting Heritage

    With participation numbers trending downward nationwide, efforts to recruit, retain, and reactivate hunters are more critical than ever. Hunter-Trapper Education and Outreach Division Chief Courtney LaCivita joins host Matt Morrett to detail what the Game Commission is doing to create new hunters in the Commonwealth, and Environmental Education SpecialistBrian Collett shares his personal tips for finding places to hunt without access to private land. Episode Highlights: Resources: Access resources to get started hunting. Join the PA Wild Women Facebook Group. Find state game lands near you. Email mentoredhunting@pa.gov with questions. Access resources to get started hunting. Join the PA Wild Women Facebook Group. Find state game lands near you. Email mentoredhunting@pa.gov with questions.

    1h 4m

  3. 7 AUG

    Episode 47: Full Quiver: Pennsylvania NASP Introduces 120,000 Students to Archery

    Did you know Pennsylvania proudly claims an elite archery program and a 2024 NASP world champion? Shooting Sports Division Chief Todd Holmes joins host Matt Morrett to discuss how participation in Pennsylvania NASP has skyrocketed over the last decade, and competitor Madi Rhinevault shares her firsthand experience rising to the top of the life-changing program. Episode Highlights: Resources: Learn more about Pennsylvania NASP. Check out our spotlight of a top Pennsylvania team.  Explore Outdoor Insiders.

    39 min

  4. 3 JUL

    Episode 46: The Other Pennsylvania Lottery: Elk Hunting & Conservation in the Keystone State

    Did you know the sixth-largest non-typical bull on record was harvested in Pennsylvania? Elk Biologist Jeremy Banfield joins host Matt Morrett to discuss how the Game Commission’s reintroduction and careful management have resulted in a thriving population of world-class wapiti here in the Commonwealth. They also share a behind-the-scenes look at the elk license drawing, tips for applying, and what survival studies have taught us about this iconic species. Episode Highlights: Resources: Learn more about the history of elk in Pennsylvania. Review elk hunting seasons and zones. Apply now for an elk hunting license. Find more details on how to be ELK SMART.

    43 min

  5. 13 JUN

    Episode 45: Offseason Scouting & Prep for Public Land Hunting

    Bowhunting big woods bucks isn’t just a fall hobby — it’s a year-round grind. Beau Martonik of East Meets West joins host Matt Morrett at the Total Archery Challenge in Seven Springs to discuss ways to improve your archery skills in the offseason, effective summer scouting strategies, and how to take advantage of the millions of acres of public land available to Pennsylvania hunters. Episode Highlights: Resources: Find state game lands near you. Learn more about Lyme disease and prevention. Explore East Meets West.

    50 min

  6. 5 JUN

    Episode 44: Antlerless Licenses Guaranteed for Most PA Residents

    With nearly a million passionate hunters in Pennsylvania, the new process for purchasing antlerless licenses led to high demand and longer-than-expected wait times last year. So the Game Commission made some key changes for the upcoming license year to streamline the process and guarantee antlerless licenses for most residents. Deputy Director of Field Operations Dave Mitchell joins host Matt Morrett to share what’s new for 2024, answer the most common questions about buying antlerless licenses, and explain how funds from these licenses directly benefit wildlife habitat throughout Pennsylvania. Episode Highlights:             Resources: Learn more about antlerless deer licenses. Review the new license year...

    47 min
  7. Episode 43: Introducing PGC’s New Executive Director Steve Smith

    15 MAY

    Episode 43: Introducing PGC’s New Executive Director Steve Smith

    The future is bright at the Pennsylvania Game Commission! New executive director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to provide Pennsylvanians with an update on the latest changes within the agency. Learn how 30 years of public land hunting and legislative expertise ultimately led Steve to this pivotal role and gain insight into his vision for the future of wildlife conservation. Episode Highlights: Resources: Learn more about the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Check out Pennsylvania Game News.  Explore the state game lands system.

    26 min
  8. Episode 42: Fact or Fiction: Busting the Biggest Wildlife Myths

    17 APR

    Episode 42: Fact or Fiction: Busting the Biggest Wildlife Myths

    Have you heard whispers that the Pennsylvania Game Commission is in cahoots with car insurance companies to reduce the deer herd or the agency trades our turkeys to other states in exchange for coyotes? Captain Chad Eyler and Furbearer Biologist Tom Keller join host Matt Morrett to dispel the most common myths swirling around social media and hunting camps. Episode Highlights: Resources: Explore our frequently asked questions. Find details on road-killed deer permits and contact information for region offices. Report wildlife crimes to Operation Game Thief.

    1h 11m
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About

Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!

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  • Creator
    Pennsylvania Game Commission
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2020 Call of the Outdoors Podcast
  • Show Website
    Call of the Outdoors

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