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Since 1914, the New Mexico Wildlife Federation has been protecting our state’s wildlife, habitat and public lands for all to enjoy. Now the federation is kicking off a new chapter, launching the Ahi Va Podcast to present information to inform and inspire New Mexicans to conserve our resources for future generations. Stay connected to learn about important issues and ways to take action.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Ep. 45: Zulu Archery & Outdoors

    At Zulu, they believe that everything is better in hiking boots. Zulu Archery & Outdoors is a veteran-owned business that supports all local outdoor communities and provides outdoor experiences that can accommodate any explorer. Their outdoor services provide life-skill experiences through hiking, land navigation, camping adventures, and guided hunts. They specialize in creating outdoor experiences that help their customers grow in their physical abilities, confidence, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt to different situations in nature. Zulu also provides Level 2 USA Archery Instruction that helps elevate the shooting skills of all ages and experience levels. In this episode, Jesse Deubel sits down to talk with Chris Myers, the owner and CEO of Zulu Archery & Outdoors. Chris has more than 20 years of hunting experience in rural mountainous terrain. Having grown up in Texas and traveling the world with the Air Force, Chris has learned the importance of public lands. The serenity that being outdoors on public lands provides to him is something that he wants everyone to experience. The life lessons learned from hiking, camping, and basic survival skills have helped him overcome difficult terrain both literally and figuratively. Enjoy the listen!  For more info:  Zulu Archery  NMWF

    1h 14m

  2. 12/14/2024

    Ep. 44: Halt the Heist - The Fight of Our Lives

    URGENT: The very existence of public lands in the United States of America is under the greatest threat conceivable. What would the loss of public lands mean for you, your family and the activities you enjoy? What if the road leading to your favorite trailhead or camping spot was gated and locked? What if you were blocked from your favorite hiking or fishing spot by "PRIVATE-NO TRESPASSING" signs. Whether you enjoy visiting National Parks, wildlife refuges, lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management or the United States Forest Service, all of these places are currently at risk of becoming private property. The elimination of federally managed public lands in the United States would have drastic and far-reaching consequences for the quality of life for all Americans. If you hunt and fish on public land you should be hyper aware of the current efforts spawned by the state of Utah. If you make a living grazing cattle on public lands the ramifications of Utah succeeding in this heist will severely impact your livelihood. In this very important conversation, Aaron Kindle, Director of Sporting Advocacy for the National Wildlife Federation sits down with Jesse Deubel to discuss the latest updates in the case, how we got here and what you can do to get involved. If you love public lands and all the opportunities they provide this is not an episode you will necessarily enjoy listening to. This one isn't for entertainment. Please listen to this emergency 45 minute episode to become informed so you can join the fight. In this episode Aaron Kindle refers to this issue as "the fight of our life."  HELP NOW! HALT THE HEIST! CLICK HERE!

    45 min

  3. 12/01/2024

    EP. 43: Seek Outside - "Built For Life"

    Seek Outside designs and manufactures performance-built backcountry products in Western Colorado. The mission of Seek Outside is founded in their passion for the outdoors, wild places and the experiences they provide. The company exists to improve the all season backcountry experience, and to help protect and conserve the wild places we all love. In mid-October, Jesse Deubel had the opportunity to put some Seek Outside gear to the test during a muzzleloader elk hunt in the Gila. After the hunt he sat down with Kevin Timm, the founder and owner of Seek Outside to discuss the origins of the company, the products and the conservation ethic the company is so well known for. As you'll hear, Kevin and the team at Seek Outside have a passion for big adventures in wild places. That is is why Seek Outside proudly supports groups that teach, mentor and protect these special places. They have earned multiple achievements including winning the Larry Fisher Award for their commitment to conservation. Through the years, they have supported many grassroots conservation causes such as A Year in The Wilderness. Seek Outside not only provides all season backcountry performance gear, but also protects the interests of the sportsman and the recreational adventurer. This conversation will educate you about the process of designing, building and testing some of the best backcountry gear on the market. Enjoy the listen!  For more info: Seek Outside Seek Outside FB Seek Outside Youtube NMWF

    1h 23m

  4. 11/01/2024

    Ep. 42: Pattern Energy and the Intersection of Wind, Wires and Wildlife

    Anyone who has driven through New Mexico recently has seen the large installations of wind turbines popping up across the landscape. If you've been next to a semi-truck carrying a single blade for use on one of those turbines you can appreciate the massive size of these windmills. These modern structures are drastically different from the old, rickety, wooden stands that might stretch 40' into the air and support a metal bladed pinwheel designed to pump water from the ground. These modern, power-producing, engineering marvels have caused concern for wildlife enthusiasts since their introduction. Pattern Energy is one of the largest developers, owners, and operators of high-quality wind, solar, transmission, and energy storage projects in all of North America.  During this episode of the Ahi Va podcast Jesse Deubel sits down with Adam Cernea Clark who's the Director of Permitting & Policy Strategy, as well as Quentin Hays who is a Senior Wildlife Ecologist and the Wildlife and Renewables Program Director for GeoSystems Analysis, Inc. The trio does a deep dive into how Pattern Energy continues to address the concerns of wildlife advocates in New Mexico as they work to power our future. The conversation drifts from the dangers of lead ammunition to the importance of wildlife crossings to reduce wildlife/vehicle collisions. There is plenty of discussion about bats and the agave plants they pollinate. This episode is full of valuable information and it just might change the way you look at wind turbines? Enjoy the listen!

    1h 22m

  5. 09/03/2024

    Ep. 41: Behind the Scenes at NMWF

    Join NMWF's executive director Jesse Deubel as he talks with the president and president-elect of NMWF's board of directors. After spending his career with the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, John Crenshaw has invested twelve years leading NMWF as a board member and perhaps as the longest serving president of the board. John shares some very interesting history about the organization and numerous issues that hunters and anglers in New Mexico care about. As John prepares for his second retirement, Jason Kerkmans has been elected to lead NMWF as the new board president. Jason recalls his first interaction with the organization and shares some intriguing facts about his significant contribution to NMWF long before he was even a member. John, Jason and Jesse engage in discussion that provides a peek behind the curtain as to how NMWF operates and the way decisions are made. If you're inspired by what you hear, give NMWF a call at (505) 299-5404 or send an email to nmwildlife@nmwildlife.org to inquire about how you can increase your level of involvement in New Mexico conservation. Enjoy the listen!   For more info: NMWF

    1h 8m

  6. 08/01/2024

    Ep. 40: The Trail Less Traveled

    Mandela Leola van Eeden sits down with Jesse Deubel to discuss "The Trail Less Traveled" and a wide array of global conservation topics. "The Trail Less Traveled," hosted by Mandela, is dedicated to documenting humanity & planet earth by gathering stories & sounds from the most remote locations around the world.  Growing up, Mandela spent a season in South Africa, a season in Montana & various seasons traveling the world with her flight attendant mother & vagabond father. At an early age Mandela fell in love with juxtapositions between cultures, music, food & weather of the northern & southern hemispheres.  Mandela was raised on a nature reserve at the most southern point of South Africa. Growing up in the bush cultivated a passion for wildlife conservation & human rights which is a consistent theme in her broadcasts & outreach programs. For the past decade Mandela has worked on a series focused on the genocide of African elephants & rhinos, the slaughter of protected species of sharks in Australia, the use of 1080 by the New Zealand government to control invasive predators & heritage theft/illegal wildlife trade across Asia. Mandela's captivating stories thrill and engage audiences by taking them to places they would never go, sharing the stories of people they could never meet & learning about our mysterious, sometimes dangerous, world filled with wildness, diverse cultures, hardship, courage & alternative ways of living and surviving. Enjoy the listen!  For more info:  Trail Less Traveled Website Trail Less Traveled Podcast Game Rangers International New Mexico Wildlife Federation

    1h 18m

  7. 07/01/2024

    Ep. 39: Gila Wilderness Centennial

    On June 3rd, 1924 the Gila Wilderness became the world's first ever administratively designated wilderness. Forty years later when the Wilderness Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson the National Wilderness Preservation System was established and the Gila became a congressionally designated wilderness. Remarkably, even four decades before the United States Congress had the ability to designate wilderness, a U.S. Forest Service employee by the name of Aldo Leopold had a vision for the idea of wilderness protection. Leopold's unwavering commitment to protecting the Gila in its natural state led to the original designation. That initial, administrative designation began what would later become one of the most celebrated forms of permanent land protection in the United States. There are still some people who oppose the idea of designated wilderness areas, or other land protections. That was also the case when Leopold dreamed up his idea of wilderness and when the Wilderness Act was eventually passed. According to the historian James Trefethen, author of An American Crusade for Wildlife, consistent opposition was found in the House by the Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. “The wilderness proposal was bitterly opposed by a coalition of western commercial interests, including the mining companies, timber corporations, and livestock associations.” These same industry groups continue to oppose ongoing land protection campaigns today. With history as our teacher though, we can clearly see that permanently protecting wild places for future generations pays off and in the long run these victories are overwhelmingly appreciated. Listen in as Dr. Karl Malcolm from the United States Forest Service moderates a panel consisting of Jeremy Romero of the National Wildlife Federation, Tisha Broska of NM WIld and Jesse Deubel of the New Mexico Wildlife Federation. This group of modern-day conservationists share personal stories as they reflect on the world's first ever designated wilderness. Happy 100th birthday to the Gila Wilderness. Enjoy the listen!    For more info: National Wildlife Federation United States Forest Service NM Wild New Mexico Wildlife Federation

    1h 4m

  8. 06/01/2024

    Ep. 38: SHIRAS

    On this special episode, Jesse Deubel talks with Brandon Butler about all things conservation including Brandon's newest film, "SHIRAS: A Nonresident Montana Moose Hunt." Brandon Butler is a syndicated outdoor newspaper columnist and freelance magazine writer. His column, Driftwood Outdoors, has appeared in over 50 different newspapers and magazines, and currently runs in over 30 publications. He has won many awards for his outdoor communication work. Butler has established himself as a conservation and outdoor media leader of his generation. He is currently the chief executive officer of Retrieving Freedom, Inc. Retrieving Freedom, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization passionately committed to enhancing the lives of Veterans and children with autism through their specialized Service Dog training program. Brandon also spent five years as the executive director of the Conservation Federation of Missouri. He created and taught Conservation Communications at the University of Missouri. Butler is actively involved in conservation organizations. He is a life member of CFM, NRA, Boone & Crockett Club, Trout Unlimited, Fly Fishers International and Missouri Hunting Heritage Federation. He holds a B.S. in Organizational Leadership from Purdue University, a M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University and is currently completing an Executive M.B.A. at the University of Missouri. Jesse and Brandon talk about the new film and the ongoing challenge of separating politics from conservation. Brandon also provides a very exciting sneak peak into his next project, "In District Outdoors." Enjoy the listen!  Watch SHIRAS: A Nonresident Montana Moose Hunt HERE! For more info: Driftwood Outdoors Driftwood Outdoors Facebook Driftwood Outdoors Instagram NMWF

    1h 19m
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Since 1914, the New Mexico Wildlife Federation has been protecting our state’s wildlife, habitat and public lands for all to enjoy. Now the federation is kicking off a new chapter, launching the Ahi Va Podcast to present information to inform and inspire New Mexicans to conserve our resources for future generations. Stay connected to learn about important issues and ways to take action.

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  • Creator
    Driftwood Outdoors
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    45
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    © Copyright Driftwood Outdoors
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