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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Threatened and endangered	01 Sep 2024	00:42:05
In this episode of the award-winning Wildtalk Podcast, we talk with Ashley Cole-Wick from Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) about the work they do for Michigan's rare species. Then, we fly away with a discussion about the trumpeter swan, and wrap up the episode with a chat about the northern long-eared bat. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of September. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) Michigan threatened and endangered species list Report a rare species Karner blue butterfly All things feathers Trumpeter swan All things fur Northern long-eared bat Lake States Forest Management Bat Habitat Conservation Plan Nuisance wildlife information Hunting season calendar Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	U.P. GEMS, grouse and the chipmunk	01 Aug 2024	00:46:43
In this episode of the award-winning Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Heather Shaw and Tom Seablom about habitat work on GEMS in the Upper Peninsula, fly away with a discussion about the ruffed grouse, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about the eastern and least chipmunk. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of August. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat GEMS maps MiHunt hunting lands locators State Forest Management Plan info All things feathers Ruffed grouse Drumming grouse video All things fur Eastern chipmunk Least chipmunk Mug me Spiny softshell turtle Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Michigan Natural Features Inventory, bird migration and the white-tailed deer	01 Nov 2023	00:38:55
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Jesse Lincoln from Michigan Natural Features Inventory about all things habitat, fly away with a discussion about bird migration and die-offs from window collisions, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about what is perhaps Michigan’s most iconic fall mammal, the white-tailed deer. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) Allegan State Game Area map (PDF) All things feathers Merlin app All things fur Michigan.gov/Deer Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Spooky season: Southeast Lower Peninsula habitat work, and nocturnal owls and skunks	01 Oct 2023	00:37:20
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Joe Robison about all things habitat in the Southeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan, fly away with eastern screech-owls as we talk all things feathers, and we discuss the odorous, striped skunk in our all things fur segment. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Michigan.gov/WetlandWonders All things feathers Eastern screech-owl (All about birds) All things fur Striped skunk (iNaturalist) Nuisance wildlife information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Northern Lower Peninsula habitat work, sharp-tailed grouse and the Ursus americanus	01 Sep 2023	00:38:20
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Mike Parker about all things habitat in the Northern Lower Peninsula of Michigan, fly away with sharp-tailed grouse as we talk all things feathers, and we discuss the Ursus americanus in our all things fur segment. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Michigan.gov/Hunting Michigan.gov/Deer All things feathers Sharp-tailed grouse All things fur Black bears Nuisance wildlife information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Southwest Michigan, piping plovers and huge squirrels	01 Aug 2023	00:29:25
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Kristin Wildman about all things habitat in Southwest Michigan, fly away with piping plovers as we talk all things feathers, and talk about Michigan's largest squirrel in our all things fur segment. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat About prescribed fire Karner blue butterflies All things feathers Piping plovers Call Sleeping Bear Dunes Headquarters to volunteer to join the Piping Plover Patrol at 231-326-5134 All things fur Woodchucks Hunting information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate	01 Jul 2023	00:23:27
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our popular interviews about the challenges a changing climate poses to wildlife. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner, Holly Vaughn and Hannah Schauer Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Managed Waterfowl Areas iNaturalist eBird Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Seek app Great Lakes Integrated Sciences and Assessment Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science National Climate Assessment Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Ticks, ticks, ticks!	01 Jun 2023	00:34:53
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our most popular interviews about one of everyone's least favorite woodland insects — the tick. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Michigan.gov/Lyme Radio Lab Podcast - Meat Allergy Episode The Tick App Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Plan A: Leave Wildlife B	01 May 2023	00:44:17
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our most popular interviews on the importance of leaving wildlife in the wild. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	The Northern Lower Peninsula, wild turkeys in the spring and the little brown bat	01 Apr 2023	00:21:25
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk about habitat projects happening in Michigan's Northern Lower Peninsula, fly away with a discussion about spring wild turkey behavior, and have a high-flying discussion about little brown bats. Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Michigan elk hunting information Good neighbor authority All things feathers Nuisance wildlife information Michigan turkey hunting information All things fur Michigan bat information Rabies information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	UP habitat improvements, GEMS birding and preventing conflicts with bears	01 Mar 2023	00:25:52
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk about habitat projects happening in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, fly away with a discussion about birding on Grouse Enhanced Management Sites (GEMS), and dive into tips on avoiding conflicts with black bears this spring. Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Assistant producer/editor: Caleb Edge All things habitat Portage Marsh State Wildlife Area Au Train State Wildlife Management Area Wildlife Habitat Grant Program All things feathers Grouse Enhanced Management Sites (GEMS) All things fur Nuisance wildlife information How to keep wildlife wild Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Southwest Michigan habitat, bird declines and backyard predators	01 Feb 2023	00:17:30
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to John Niewoonder about all things habitat in Southwest Michigan, fly away with a discussion about what can be done concerning bird population declines as we talk all things feathered, and dive into fox and coyote conflict prevention tips in our all things fur segment. Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat State Game Areas Commercial timber sales All things feathers Forestry for Michigan Birds Initiative Waterfowl hunting information Michigan DNR Hunt Fish mobile app All things fur Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/SmallGame Nuisance wildlife information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Turtles, opossums, ring-billed gulls and more	01 Jul 2024	00:38:29
In this episode of the award-winning Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Greg Hochstetler about turtle conservation work, fly away with a discussion about the ring-billed gull, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about the Virginia opossum. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of July. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Muskegon State Game Area map Spotted turtle Wood turtle Michigan Natural Features Inventory All things feathers Ring-billed gull Avian influenza info Eyes in the field All things fur Virginia opossum Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Southeast Michigan, snow buntings and more	01 Jan 2023	00:19:56
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Terry McFadden about all things habitat in Southeast Michigan, fly away with Snow Buntings as we talk all things feathered, and dive into winter hunting and trapping opportunities in our all things fur segment. Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Managed Waterfowl Areas Monitoring waterfowl populations from the sky Invasive Buckthorn Removal/Stewardship Day All things feathers Snow bunting Michigan.gov/Turkey All things fur Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/SmallGame Learn to hunt information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Raccoons, elk and the Pure Michigan Hunt	01 Dec 2022	00:19:26
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the dark-eyed junco, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southwest Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Assistant Producer/editor: Caleb Edge Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Raccoon Elk Season Recap Michigan.gov/Elk Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Deer Pure Michigan Hunt Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Juncos, Southwest Michigan and getting lost in the swamp	01 Nov 2022	00:29:04
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the dark-eyed junco, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southwest Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Chad Fedewa Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Dark-eyed junco Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Deer Current reported harvest totals DNR Hunt Fish App Timber sales Wetland Wonders Michigan Natural Features Inventory Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Mailbag Links Michigan snakes Nuisance wildlife prevention Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/Deer Bald eagles Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Blue Jays, birding trails, white tails and enforcement tales	01 Oct 2022	00:40:29
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the Blue Jay, find out what habitat work is happening in the Upper Peninsula, talk deer with Chad Stewart and Brian Frawley, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Bill Scullon Interview guests: Chad Stewart and Brian Frawley Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Blue Jay Red-shouldered hawk Red-tailed hawk Around the State Links Shore to shore birding trail Interview Links Michigan.gov/Deer Current reported harvest totals Michigan.gov/CWD Michigan.gov/BovineTB DNR Hunt Fish App Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Deer Michigan.gov/Trapping Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Elk, events, rescues and reporting	01 Sep 2022	00:28:37
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the elk, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southeastern Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Kaitlyn Barnes Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Elk Elk viewing guide Around the State Links Port Huron State Game Area Walk and Talk Pointe Mouillee Waterfowl Festival Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Mailbag Links Waterfowl hunting info GEMS Locations Deer harvest reporting information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Toads, dams, small fish and barrels	01 Aug 2022	00:23:13
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the American toad, find out what habitat work is happening in the Northern Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Brian Mastenbrook Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Eastern American Toad Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Prescribed burn information Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Mailbag Links Five-lined Skinks Michigan.gov/Bear Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Ticks, ticks and more ticks	01 Jul 2022	00:52:36
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what habitat work is happening in the southwest part of the state, learn everything you probably ever wanted to know about ticks, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a sample of conservation officer activity reports from the field. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Holly Vaughn, Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Mark Mills Main Interview Guest(s): Dr. Jean Tsao, Dr. Megan Porter and Dr. Dan O'Brien Law enforcement segment host: Katie Gervasi Wildlife Spotlight Links Tiger salamander Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Maple River State Game Area Map Prescribed burn information Interview Links Michigan.gov/Lyme Radio Lab Podcast - Meat Allergy Episode The Tick App Mailbag Links Turtle information Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/Wildlife Conservation Officer Reports Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Avian influenza	01 Jun 2022	00:42:48
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Upper Peninsula, learn about avian influenza with Wildlife Veterinarian, Dr. Megan Moriarty, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about muskrats and how to avoid potential conflicts with them. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Karen Sexton Main Interview Guest(s): Dr. Megan Moriarty Wildlife Spotlight Links Spotted turtle Herps of Michigan Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Black terns Interview Links Wildlife Diseases Avian influenza Avian influenza testing numbers Eyes in the field Wildlife Disease Lab - 517-336-5030 MDARD (domestic poultry) - 1-800-292-3939 or 517-373-0440 (after-hours) Mailbag Links River otters Michigan.gov/lyme Nuisance bear information Red squirrels Wildlife is Everywhere Links Muskrats Nuisance wildlife removal companies Michigan.gov/trapping Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Please Leave Wildlife in the Wild	01 May 2022	01:02:39
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Southeastern Lower Peninsula, learn about why natural resource agencies remove wildlife from people keeping them as pets or rehabilitating them without a license, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about how to handle nuisance geese. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Terry McFadden Main Interview Guest(s): Dr. Dan O'Brien, Dr. Kimberly Signs and Dr. Jim Sikarskie Wildlife Spotlight Links Mallard Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Interview Links Wildlife Diseases Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator Directory Michigan.gov/Rabies Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses Michigan.gov/Wildlife Landowners Guide Audubon plants for birds database Wildlife is Everywhere Links N/A Misc. Why the American Woodcock's Ears Are Below Its Big Eyes Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Spring birding	01 Apr 2022	00:34:34
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula, talk about birds with MiBirds coordinator, Erin Rowan, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about avoiding conflicts with migratory birds. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Rex Ainslie Main Interview Guest(s): Erin Rowan Wildlife Spotlight Links Turkey vulture Around the State Links Elk management plan Elk hunting info Dam management Interview Links MiBirds MiBirds Facebook Page Birds mentioned: Red-winged Blackbird Sandhill Crane American Robin Killdeer Song Sparrow American woodcock Northern Cardinal Wilson's Warbler Yellow Warbler Rose-breasted Grosbeak Audubon plants for birds database Audubon Kirtland's Warbler webinar Global Bird Collison Mapper app Audubon Great Lakes Facebook Page Michigan DNR Stewardship Division Audubon Climate Watch Summer Global Big Day Michigan.gov/Birding Mailbag Links Nuisance turkey information Turkey hunting information Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses Wildlife is Everywhere Links Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	June Loons, beavers and Northern Michigan habitat	01 Jun 2024	00:37:40
In this episode of the award-winning Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Brian Mastenbrook about all things habitat in the Northern Lower Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about the common loon, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about the American beaver. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of June. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Prescribed burns Bovine tuberculosis All things feathers Common loon All things fur American beaver Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Bear with us for a moment	01 Mar 2022	00:30:58
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest Lower Peninsula, talk about bears and large carnivores with Cody Norton, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about how you can save yourself and the wildlife around your home from headaches this spring. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Mark Sargent Main Interview Guest(s): Cody Norton Wildlife Spotlight Links Fox Squirrels Around the State Links Managed Waterfowl Areas Gourdneck State Game Area Map Interview Links Michigan.gov/Bear Michigan predator-prey study Michigan Natural Resources Commission Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/HunterSafety Michigan.gov/Hunting Michigan.gov/Elk Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Wildlife Information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate	01 Feb 2022	00:40:33
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, talk about climate change and wildlife adaptation with Chris Hoving, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about avoiding nuisance skunk issues. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Holly Vaughn, Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Bill Scullon Main Interview Guest(s): Chris Hoving Wildlife Spotlight Links Trumpeter swan Around the State Links Forest compartment review Michigan.gov/Wolves Deer Wintering Complexes Black Terns Sharptailed Grouse Interview Links Managed Waterfowl Areas iNaturalist eBird Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Seek app Great Lakes Integrated Sciences and Assessment Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science National Climate Assessment Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/Turkey Michigan.gov/Hunting Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Wildlife Information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Harvesting the Fur	01 Jan 2022	00:35:31
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southeast Region, talk fur harvesting with Adam Bump, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about the approaching breeding activities of coyotes and foxes. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Terry McFadden Main Interview Guest(s): Adam Bump Wildlife Spotlight Links Gray Fox Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Interview Links Michigan.gov/Trapping Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/SOS Wildlife is Everywhere Links Snowy Owls Nuisance Wildlife Information How To Haze a Nuisance Coyote (Video) Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Michigan: A Winter Wonderland	01 Dec 2021	00:33:42
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula Region, talk winter activities at Michigan State Parks with Maia Turek, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about winter bird watching activities and animal track identification in the snow. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Rex Ainsle Main Interview Guest(s): Maia Turek Wildlife Spotlight Links Bald Eagle Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/Elk Manistee River State Game Area Map Ducks Unlimited Interview Links Michigan.gov/WinterFun Michigan.gov/Fishing midnrreservations.com Michigan.gov/StateParks Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/MiHUNT Michigan.gov/RecSearch Michigan.gov/DNRDigests Nuisance Bear Information Michigan.gov/Deer Wildlife is Everywhere Links All About Birds Project Feeder Watch Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	The Deer Time of Year	01 Nov 2021	00:45:42
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest Region, talk deer with Ashley Autenrieth and Chad Stewart, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with some helpful hunter safety tips. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: John Niewoonder Main Interview Guest(s): Ashley Autenrieth and Chad Stewart Wildlife Spotlight Links Cottontail Rabbit Michigan.gov/SmallGame Around the State Links Maple River SGA Map Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Interview Links Michigan.gov/Deer Michigan.gov/CWD Michigan.gov/BovineTB Michigan.gov/WDM Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Hunting Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses Green Frog Squirrel Pox Wildlife is Everywhere Links Michigan.gov/HunterSafety Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	The Legend of the Michigan Dogman	01 Oct 2021	00:36:26
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what fall work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, talk mythical creatures in Michigan folklore with Rachel Clark from the Michigan History Center, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about having a wildlife friendly Halloween. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Karen Sexton Main Interview Guest(s): Rachel Clark Wildlife Spotlight Links Star-nosed Mole Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife MUCC On-the-Ground Interview Links Michigan Dogman Song Michigan.gov/MHC Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/SmallGame Michigan.gov/DNRDigests Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	This Land Is Your Land	01 Sep 2021	00:42:53
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what fall work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southeast Lower Peninsula, talk about public lands with Kristin Wildman, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about fall elk viewing and bird watching. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Nate Levitt Main Interview Guest(s): Kristin Wildman Wildlife Spotlight Links Broad-Winged Hawk Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/WetlandWonders Turkey Tracts Interview Links State Game Areas Public Input Opportunities Local Biologist Contact Info Public Hunting Land Maps Michigan.gov/MiHunt Michigan.gov/DNRAccessibility Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Bear Michigan.gov/GEMS Michigan Lizards and Salemanders Michigan.gov/Invasives Wildlife is Everywhere Links Ebird All About Birds Elk Viewing Guide Elk Viewing Guide (Plain Text) Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Moose Extravaganza	01 Aug 2021	00:48:20
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what summer work is happening for Wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula, talk about Michigan Moose with Chad Stewart and Bill Scullon, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion on how fencing can help to reduce your wildlife conflicts. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Rex Ainsle Main Interview Guest(s): Chad Stewart, Bill Scullon Wildlife Spotlight Links Moose Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/GEMS State Game Areas Michigan.gov/BovineTB Michigan.gov/ELK Ducks Unlimited Interview Links Moose in Michigan Michigan Moose Lift (Video) Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Bear Michigan.gov/Turkey Michigan.gov/Deer Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Wildlife Information Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Bug Man	01 Jul 2021	00:57:57
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what summer work is happening for Wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest, talk bugs with entomologist Howard Russell (Michigan State University’s bug man) and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion on how to handle foxes in the hen house! Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Mark Mills Main Interview Guest(s): Howard Russell Wildlife Spotlight Links Monarch Butterfly Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/Invasives Michigan.gov/MiMorels Michigan Native Species What is prescribed burning? Michigan.gov/Hunting Michigan.gov/Waterfowl DNR Shooting Ranges Interview Links MSU Department of Entomology bugman@msu.edu Scientific American: Brood X Cicadas Are Emerging At Last Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/SmallGame Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses Michigan.gov/Turkey Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Wildlife Information Michigan.gov/Trapping Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Plan A: Leave Wildlife B	01 Jun 2021	01:11:44
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Upper Peninsula, learn about why natural resource agencies remove wildlife from people keeping them as pets or rehabilitating them without a license, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion on how to handle Canada Geese if they become a nuisance on your property. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Bill Scullon Main Interview Guest(s): Dr. Dan O'Brien, Dr. Kimberly Signs and Dr. Jim Sikarskie Wildlife Spotlight Links Canada Goose Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Nuisance Wildlife Information Michigan.gov/Invasives Michigan.gov/GEMS Michigan Birding Areas What is prescribed burning? Michigan.gov/Hunting Interview Links Wildlife Diseases Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator Directory Michigan.gov/Rabies Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/SmallGame Michigan.gov/Wildlife Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Canada Goose Information Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Baseball birds, red foxes and UP habitat work	01 May 2024	00:35:38
In this episode of the award-winning Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Bill Scullon about all things habitat in the Upper Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about the indigo bunting, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about the red fox. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of May. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat Portage Marsh spring birding tour Shore to shore birding trail Michigan.gov/Bats Michigan.gov/Wolves All things feathers Indigo bunting All things fur Red fox For Pete's sake Hunting regulation summary booklets Michigan.gov/Turkey Michigan.gov/MIMorels Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Wildtalk Bonus: Showcasing the DNR - Between the pages, a history lies	11 May 2021	00:08:46
This narrated Showcasing the DNR story, originally written by Katie Urban, can be found online here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/2c3da64 Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Ticks, Ticks, Ticks	01 May 2021	01:04:12
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, learn everything you probably ever wanted to know about ticks, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion what to do if you’re having problems with deer eating your gardens and flowers. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Holly Vaughn, Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Around the State Guest: Terry McFadden Main Interview Guest(s): Dr. Jean Tsao, Dr. Megan Porter and Dr. Dan O'Brien Wildlife Spotlight Links Blanding's Turtle Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/Turkey Michigan.gov/ShootingRanges Black Terns Mallard Ducks Interview Links Michigan.gov/Lyme Radio Lab Podcast - Meat Allergy Episode The Tick App Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Trapping Michigan.gov/EGLE How To Keep Beavers From Plugging Culverts Michigan.gov/Wildlife Local Wildlife Biologist Contact Info Michigan.gov/Bear Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance White-tailed Deer Information Michigan.gov/Deer Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Well Grounded	01 Apr 2021	00:36:50
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk about on-the-ground projects with the Michigan United Conservation Club’s Makhayla LaButte, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion what to do if you’re dealing with feisty, nuisance turkeys this spring. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Main Interview Guest(s): Makhayla LaButte Wildlife Spotlight Links Eastern Wild Turkey Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Prescribed Burn Information Michigan.gov/Invasives Subscribe to DNR Updates Michigan.gov/Bats Interview Links Michigan United Conservation Clubs On-the-Ground Events Ruffed Grouse Society National Wild Turkey Federation The Nature Conservancy Mailbag Links Nuisance Bear Information Bear SMART Brochure Bear SMART Brochure (Plain Text Accessible) DNR Field Office Contact Information Licensed Nuisance Wildlife Control Business Directory Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Turkey Information Michigan.gov/Turkey Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Let's Make History	01 Mar 2021	00:41:09
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk about Michigan History and the DNR Centennial with the Michigan History Center’s Tobi Voight, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about baby wild animals that will soon be everywhere as spring approaches and the dos and don’ts if you happen to run across them. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Main Interview Guest(s): Tobi Voigt Wildlife Spotlight Links Northern Short-tailed Shrew Around the State Links Michigan.gov/DNR Subscribe to DNR Updates Forest Management for Wildlife (Timber Sales) Wildlife Division 2020 Annual Report Interview Links Michigan.gov/MHC Michiganology.org COVID Story Collection Project Cambridge Junction (Walker Tavern) Historic Site Hartwick Pines State Park Logging Museum Fayette Historic State Park Mailbag Links Frog and Toad Survey Information Nuisance Bear Information Michigan Natural Resources Commission Wildlife is Everywhere Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Wildlife Rehabilitator Contact Information Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	The Wildlife Division's New Chief	01 Feb 2021	00:44:34
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, listen to an interview with the Wildlife Division’s new Chief, Jared Duquette, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about coyotes, and how you can think like one to help prevent them from becoming a nuisance. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Main Interview Guest(s): Jared Duquette Wildlife Spotlight Links Coyote Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Deer Deer Wintering Complexes UP Deer Habitat Improvement Grants Northern Lower Peninsula Deer PLAN Grants Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Forest Management for Wildlife (Timber Sales) Interview Links Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/WildlifeSurveys Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Turkey Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses Michigan.gov/Trapping Wildlife is Everywhere Links Nuisance Coyote Information Video: How To Haze A Nuisance Coyote Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Michigan Wildlife Council	01 Jan 2021	00:38:51
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, listen to an interview with the Michigan Wildlife Council's chairman, Nick Buggia, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about squirrels and what you can do if they become a nuisance. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air! Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner Producer: Eric Hilliard Main Interview Guest(s): Nick Buggia Wildlife Spotlight Links Snowy Owl eBird Audubon Field Guide Around the State Links Michigan.gov/Waterfowl Michigan.gov/WetlandWonders Michigan.gov/Wildlife Michigan.gov/Trapping How Timber Sales Help Wildlife Michigan.gov/DNRGrants Michigan.gov/BovineTB Interview Links Michigan Wildlife Council Mailbag Links Michigan.gov/Deer Bird Feeding Tips Michigan.gov/Rabies Michigan.gov/Wildlife Wildlife is Everywhere Links Michigan.gov/SmallGame Michigan.gov/Wildlife Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	2020 In Review	01 Dec 2020	00:38:41
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, look at the year in review with Hannah and Rachel, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about woodpeckers and what you can do if they become a nuisance. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	This Podcast is for the Birds	01 Nov 2020	00:44:25
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk birds with Erin Rowan, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about black bears in Michigan. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Hello Deer	01 Oct 2020	00:57:58
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state segment, talk deer and deer regulations with Chad and Ashley, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about bats in Michigan. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Outdoors	01 Sep 2020	01:04:48
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening in our around the state segment, talk about diversity, equity and inclusion with Alexis, Clay and Ashley, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about urban wildlife and wildlife conflicts. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Flying deer, frogs, herons and Southeast Michigan habitat	01 Apr 2024	00:41:00
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Nate Levitte about all things habitat in the Southeast Lower Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about the Great blue heron, and we wrap up the episode with a chat about wood frogs. Pete Kailing also stops in to talk about hunting and trapping opportunities and more that are available in the month of April. Episode Hosts: Rachel Lincoln and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat State Game and Wildlife Areas Managed waterfowl areas What is prescribed fire? Subscribe to DNR emails All things feathers Great blue heron All things fur (herp takeover) Wood frog Vernal pools Gourdneck SGA frog walk (April 26) MSU springtime frog walk (April 10) For Pete's sake Hunting regulation summary booklets Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Recovering America's Wildlife	01 Aug 2020	00:40:20
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening with deer regulations, talk about the Recovering America's Wildlife Act with Dan Kennedy, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about muskrats. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Accessible Recreation for All	01 Jul 2020	00:40:04
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk accessible recreation with Kristin Wildman and Ryan Soulard, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about Canada Geese. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Mr. Kalejs' Home for Peculiar Peregrines	01 Jun 2020	00:39:28
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk about peregrine falcons with Nik Kalejs, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about deer fawns in Michigan, and why they should be left in the wild. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.
	Enjoying the Outdoors Safely	01 May 2020	00:32:02
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk to DNR Public Information Officer, Ed Golder, about the DNR's response to Covid-19, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about black bears in Michigan during the spring months. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk. Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

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