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Episode 52: KDWP Pratt Fish Hatchery May 05, 2023

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The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks operates four fish hatcheries across the state located at Farlington, Meade, Milford, and Pratt. Each contributes in its own way to supply the varied needs of Kansas anglers. This system produces approximately 39.5 million fry, 3.5 million fingerling, and 385,000 intermediate fish for stocking in Kansas public waters annually.
Pratt Fish Hatchery manager, Brett Houdyshell, joins Lyndzee and Tanna to tell us about what goes on at Pratt's fish hatchery, how fry are artificially hatched, treated for disease, and readied for stocking or rearing ponds.
Hosts
Tanna Wagner, Lyndzee Rhine
Sources
Learn more about KDWP's fish hatcheries

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Episode 51: What are Aquatic Invasive Species? Apr 21, 2023

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Zebra mussels! Carp! Giant snails! Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are animals and plants not native to Kansas that cause harm to the economy, environment, or human health.
In this episode, Nadia and Laura, are joined by Vanessa Salazar, KDWP aquatic invasive species biologist, to talk about the aquatic invasive species currently found in Kansas, how they effect aquatic ecosystems, and what we should do to prevent or mitigate their spread.
Hosts
Nadia Marji, Laura Mendenhall
Sources
KDWP Aquatic Nuisance Species
Recognize Aquatic Nuisance Species
Clean. Drain. Dry.
Don't Let It Loose

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Episode 50: Audubon of Kansas and Prairie Chicken Lek Treks Apr 07, 2023

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Audubon of Kansas (AOK) is an independent grassroots nonprofit organization that promotes appreciation and stewardship of natural ecosystems in Kansas and the central Great Plains, with special emphasis on conservation of prairies, birds, other wildlife, and their habitat. It is neither funded nor administered by the National Audubon Society.
AOK executive director, Jackie Augustine, joins Tanna and Lyndzee to talk more about the mission of AOK and the annual Kansas Lek Treks Prairie-Chicken Festival.
Hosts
Lyndzee Rhine, Tanna Wagner
Sources
Audubon of Kansas
Audubon of Kansas Facebook Page
AOK Kansas Lek Treks and Prairie-Chicken Festival

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Episode 49: Kansas Hunter Education Mar 24, 2023

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This year 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of Kansas' Hunter Education Program!
KDWP outdoor education supervisor and hunter education coordinator, Kent Barrett, sits down at the mic with Tanna and Lyndzee to tell us about the Hunter Education Program, its history, multiple learning environments, and how to get involved.
Hosts
Tanna Wagner, Lyndzee Rhine
Sources
KDWP Hunter Education
Kansas Hunter Education Upcoming Courses
Become an Instructor
Hunter Education in our Schools

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Episode 48: National Archery in the Schools Program Mar 10, 2023

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The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) is an in-school program aimed at improving educational performance among students in grades 4 – 12. And through it, students are learning focus, self-control, discipline, patience, and the life lessons required to be successful in the classroom and in life.
Flatlander host, Lyndzee Rhine, is our special guest in this episode! She coordinates the program for KDWP and shares what NASP is all about, how it's impacting students across the state, and how to get involved!
Host
Tanna Wagner
Sources
National Archery in the Schools Program
KDWP NASP
NASP Upcoming Classes
NASP Kansas Regional Coordinators
Gary Keehn – NE KS Regional Coordinator
Gary.Keehn@ks.gov
Dave Adams – SE KS Regional Coordinator
David.Adams@ks.gov
Joyce Ellis – NE KS Regional Coordinator
Joyce.Ellis@ks.gov

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Episode 47: Wildlife Viewing Survey Feb 24, 2023

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Wildlife viewing is among the fastest growing outdoor recreation activities in the United States. Wildlife agencies, including KDWP, are interested in gathering data about wildlife viewers (those who intentionally observe, feed, or photograph wildlife; travel to parks, protected areas, or other natural spaces with the purpose of feeding, observing, or photographing wildlife, and those who maintain plantings or natural areas for the benefit of wildlife) behaviors, experiences, perceptions, needs, and preferences. This information is essential for more meaningful and substantive engagement for state agencies with this often underserved constituency.
KDWP wildlife diversity coordinator, Daren Riedle, shares with us a recent study that Kansas participated in to learn more about this significant group and how we can better serve them.
Hosts
Tanna Wagner, Lyndzee Rhine
Sources
Kansas Results of the Wildlife Viewer Survey
Chickadee Checkoff Program
Wildlife Diversity - Facebook page
Learn More About Wildlife Watching

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Episode 46: A Journey into Hunting Feb 10, 2023

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No stranger to the outdoors but rather new to hunting, Garrett Lyon shares his personal journey into becoming an adult on-set hunter. Join Tanna and Lyndzee as we learn about Garrett's perspective on how and why he chose to learn something new, what it's meant for him so far, and as he recounts his first hunting experiences.
Hosts
Tanna Wagner, Lyndzee Rhine

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Episode 45: Blue Catfish Biology Jan 27, 2023

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Today we're talking about big cats, and not the feline variety, with Ernesto Flores, KDWP Fisheries Biologist stationed in Emporia, Kan. Originally native to three rivers in Kansas, blue catfish now inhabit much of the water found in sunflower state. Blue catfish have the potential to reach “River Monster” status and are a great angling opportunity for those fishing in Kansas! Flatlander hosts, Nadia and Laura, learn about the big blue cat, their biology, and how KDWP manages populations.
Hosts
Nadia Marji, Laura Mendenhall

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Episode 44: Vamos A Pescar! (Let's Go Fishing!) Jan 13, 2023

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Vamos a Pescar is a national grant-based program focused on introducing Hispanic families to fishing and providing resources for recreation. Today, hosts Laura and Nadia sit down with Patricia Saenz-Reyes and Phil Taunton, Vamos a Pescar organizers in Emporia, Kan. who tell us about their experience with the program and why it's an important resource for families in our state.
Hosts
Nadia Marji, Laura Mendenhall
Sources
Vamos a Pescar National Website/Resources - Spanish
Take me Fishing Website/Resources - English
Hispanics of Today and Tomorrow (HOTT)

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Episode 43: Waterfowl Conservation with Jim Pitman, Ducks Unlimited Dec 30, 2022

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Favorite duck hunting spot dry this year? Increased hunting pressure got you down? Learn about the state of waterfowl conservation in Kansas, what more needs to be done, and how you can help. Get informed, share your knowledge, and make a difference.
Hosts
Laura Menhenhall, Nadia Marji
Sources
Become a Member of Ducks Unlimited
DU Events List
Climate Change and Waterfowl
Climate Change Projections for Kansas

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