New Mexico Wildlife Podcast
New Mexico Department of Wildlife
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Join the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast, the official podcast of the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, for coverage on all things outdoors in the land of enchantment! From hunting and fishing to bird watching and wildlife photography, we have got you covered!
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This Week in Wildlife - 5
This episode provides a weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, highlighting upcoming events like the National Archery in the Schools Championship, hunter education classes, and the Outdoor Adventure Show with calling contests.
·3m - 2
Episode 19 (Feb. 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success w/Casey Cardinal, Turkey/Upland Game Biologist
This episode discusses the upcoming turkey draw application deadline, results timeline, and new turkey season regulations in New Mexico for 2023-24 with biologist Casey Cardinal.
·26m - 3
Episode 13 (Sept 2021) Bowhunting Basics
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast covers bowhunting basics and tactics for beginners, featuring an interview with Game and Fish specialist Larry Garcia.
·57m - 4
Episode 31: SWAP, SGCN, Gila Monster, Lesser Prairie Chicken & Ptarmigan
This episode features an interview with Jenny Seamster from the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish discussing species conservation efforts, habitat restoration projects, and the Saving Our Species campaign.
·55m - 5
Episode 37: Restoring the Wild: A Conversation on Conservation
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast discusses conservation efforts, upcoming events like the Game Commission meeting and Fishing Challenge, and engages outdoor enthusiasts in wildlife-related activities in New Mexico.
·51m - 6
Episode 25 (August 2023): All About Bears and Cougars with Nick Forman
This episode features an interview with Nick Foreman, the Carnivore and Small Mammal Program Manager at the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, discussing bear and cougar management, hunting regulations, and current field work.
·33m - 7
Episode 15 (Nov 2021) Wildlife Health & Diseases
This episode explores chronic wasting disease and other wildlife health issues with New Mexico's wildlife health specialist Dr.
·57m - 8
Episode 27: Archery in the Schools of New Mexico
This episode introduces the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast and announces upcoming outdoor events and safety programs, with a focus on archery in schools.
·54m - 9
Bonus Episode: Let's Talk Draw!
This episode provides essential guidance on New Mexico's big game tag draw process, featuring experts who explain deadlines, common mistakes, and hunter education requirements.
·50m - 10
Episode 18 (Jan 2023) Drawing Your Path To Success #1 - 2023-24 Big Game Draw
·40m - 11
Episode 20 (Feb. 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success with Caitlin Ruhl, Bighorn Sheep Biologist
This episode features an interview with bighorn sheep biologist Caitlin Ruhl discussing changes to hunting regulations and draw applications for the 2023-2024 season in New Mexico.
·21m - 12
Episode 23 (March 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success with Tony Opatz, Pronghorn Biologist
This episode discusses pronghorn hunting updates for 2023-2024 in New Mexico, including application deadlines and rule changes.
·27m - 13
Episode 11 (July 2021) Oryx and Ibex Management in New Mexico
This episode explores the history and current management of Oryx and Ibex in New Mexico, featuring an interview with wildlife biologist Kevin Rotten about these introduced species and hunting opportunities.
·1h 4m - 14
TWIW week 11 - 3/13/2026
This episode provides weekly updates from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, covering big game draw deadlines, hunter education classes, a turkey hunting workshop, and an upcoming Game Commission meeting.
·4m - 15
This Week in Wildlife - 4
This episode provides a weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, covering upcoming deadlines for the Fish Art Contest, hunter education classes, the Outdoor Adventure Show, and an ATV safety class.
·3m - 16
Become a Conservation Officer!
This episode promotes a career as a wildlife conservation officer in New Mexico, detailing job responsibilities, updated eligibility requirements, and the application and training process.
·4m - 17
Episode 40: The Return of the Narrow-headed gartersnake
This episode explores the recovery of Whitewater Creek's ecosystem after a 2012 fire and subsequent floods, focusing on efforts to reintroduce the endangered narrow-headed gartersnake.
·48m - 18
Episode 39: Fish New Mexico- IFish, Fishing Challenges, & Fishing Tips
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast focuses on fishing in New Mexico, featuring discussions on fishing challenges, tips, and opportunities with guest Melissa Garnett.
·47m - 19
Episode 38: Raised Outside, A Father's Day Special
This Father's Day special episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast features a personal interview with the host's father and role models who instilled a love for the outdoors.
·1h 10m - 20
Episode 22 (March 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success with Orrin Duvuvuei, Deer Program Manager
This episode features an interview with Orrin Duvuvuei, the deer program manager for New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, discussing important deadlines for draw applications and new regulations regarding scopes on muzzleloaders for deer hunters.
·56m - 21
Episode 21 (Feb. 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success with Travis Zaffarano, Elk Program Manager
This episode features an interview with Travis Zaffarano, Elk Program Manager, discussing new elk hunting regulations and deadlines for New Mexico's upcoming season.
·31m - 22
This Week in Wildlife - 9
This episode provides updates on the Share with Wildlife program's call for proposals for habitat enhancement, research, education, and wildlife rehabilitation projects focusing on species of greatest conservation need, with deadlines and funding details.
·4m - 23
Episode 29: How to become a Game Warden with NMDGF
This episode provides an inside look at becoming a New Mexico game warden, covering responsibilities, qualifications, and the application process through insights from department officials.
·59m - 24
This Week in Wildlife week 13 - 3/27/2026
This episode provides weekly updates from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, including an ATV safety class for young riders and a hunter education instructor training workshop.
·3m - 25
Episode 24 (March 2023) Drawing Your Path to Success with Nicole Tatman, Big Game Program Manager
This episode features Nicole Tatman, Big Game Program Manager, discussing 2023-2024 hunting regulation changes for species like oryx, barbary sheep, ibex, and javelina in New Mexico, including license increases and new hunt opportunities.
·22m - 26
Episode 12 (Aug 2021) All Things Black Bears
This episode features an interview with Rick Winslow, a bear and cougar biologist with New Mexico Game and Fish, discussing black bear management and safety tips for camping in bear country.
·42m - 27
Episode 17 (Jan 2022) New Year Resolutions - NMDGF Challenges
This episode discusses New Mexico's fishing challenges like the Bass and Trout Challenges as potential New Year's resolutions, featuring an interview with a Game and Fish department official.
·46m - 28
Episode 14 (Oct 2021) Deer Management in New Mexico
This episode features an interview with Oren DeBouvier, New Mexico's state deer biologist, discussing deer population management strategies during hunting season.
·1h 6m - 29
This Week in Wildlife - 10
This episode provides a weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, covering hunter education classes, turkey hunting workshops, and important deadlines like the Big Game Draw applications.
·3m - 30
Episode 43: Big Game Draw 101 - How the System Works
This episode explains how New Mexico's hunting draw system works, featuring an interview with Chad Nelson, the Chief of Licensing, who details the application process and random sequencing method.
·50m - 31
Episode 41: 2026 NM Birding Big Year!
This episode introduces a new birding challenge from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife and features an interview with assistant chief of education Kurt Kaufman about his background in wildlife education.
·56m - 32
Episode 36: Responsible Boating Summer 2025!
This episode discusses responsible boating practices in New Mexico, covering safety regulations and preventing aquatic invasive species with experts from Game and Fish and State Parks.
·49m - 33
Episode 16 (Dec 2021) Native Fish Program - Colorado River Basin
This episode discusses native fish management in New Mexico's Colorado River Basin, featuring an interview with a fish biologist about tracking methods like pit tags.
·46m - 34
Episode 32: Operation Game Thief
This episode discusses Operation Game Thief, a program to combat poaching and wildlife crime in New Mexico, featuring an interview with a conservation officer.
·40m - 35
Episode 33: Conservation in Action: Collaboration for New Mexico's Elk
This episode discusses conservation efforts for elk in New Mexico, including hunting regulations and deadlines, and promotes an outdoor adventure show.
·1h 7m - 36
Episode 28: Wildlife Management Areas, Land Stewardship
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast discusses wildlife management areas and land stewardship while also announcing upcoming state fairs, hunting seasons, and conservation events across New Mexico.
·51m - 37
Episode 44: Urban Wildlife Conservation
This episode features an interview with two New Mexico conservation officers discussing their roles, backgrounds, and experiences in urban wildlife conservation.
·1h 4m - 38
Episode 35: Shaping Future Hunters: Volunteer with Hunter Education
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast discusses volunteer opportunities in hunter education, current hunting regulations for turkey and bear seasons, and upcoming Game Commission meetings, while promoting wildlife conservation in the state.
·45m - 39
This Week in Wildlife - 3
This episode provides updates on New Mexico's Big Game Draw deadlines, hunter education classes, and the launch of the state's first big birding year in 2026.
·3m - 40
This Week in Wildlife week 12 - 3/20/2026
This weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife covers hunting license deadlines, big game draw results, and an upcoming ATV safety class.
·3m - 41
Episode 30: #SaveOurSpecies Native Rio Grande Fish
This episode explores the Save Our Species campaign, focusing on native Rio Grande fish conservation efforts in New Mexico through interviews with fisheries biologists.
·59m - 42
Episode 26: Beaver Dam Analogs Revitalize Rio Chamita
This episode discusses how beaver dam analogs are being used to revitalize the Rio Chamita and improve wildlife habitat in New Mexico.
·41m - 43
Episode 34: RideNM: Responsible Off-Roading with NMDGF
This episode discusses responsible off-roading with OHVs in New Mexico, covering rules, gear, and trail recommendations with experts.
·1h 3m - 44
This Week in Wildlife - 6
This episode provides weekly updates from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, covering deadlines for big game draw applications and harvest reports, hunter education classes, cougar and bear zone closures, and an upcoming outdoor adventure show.
·3m - 45
Episode 42: New Mexico Bighorn Sheep (Sheep Week 2026)
This episode features interviews with two bighorn sheep experts discussing their backgrounds and roles in managing bighorn sheep populations in New Mexico.
·1h 12m - 46
Episode 10 (June 2021) Catfishing New Mexico
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast focuses on catfishing in New Mexico, featuring an interview with warm water sports fish supervisor Sean Denny.
·1h 1m·5 clips - 47
Episode 8 (April 2021) Talkin' Turkey - How to Call Spring Gobblers
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast focuses on turkey calling techniques during spring hunting season, featuring expert guest Storm Mustry.
·1h 7m·6 clips - 48
Episode 9 (May 2021) Spring and Summer Walleye Fishing
This episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast features an interview with Michael Pittman, Assistant Chief of Fisheries, discussing walleye fishing in New Mexico, including record catches and his career background from Pennsylvania to Yellowstone.
·51m·5 clips - 49
This Week in Wildlife Week 16 - 4/17/26
A weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife covering license sales, rule booklets, public meetings, and outdoor safety classes.
Apr 16, 2026·3m - 50
Episode 45: Boots on the Ground Biology
An interview with the Assistant Chief of Wildlife about her role and the work of the Wildlife Division at the New Mexico Department of Wildlife.
Apr 15, 2026·58m - 51
This Week in Wildlife week 15 - 4/10/26
This episode provides a weekly update on hunting and fishing licenses, a public meeting, and a turkey hunting camp from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife.
Apr 10, 2026·3m - 52
This Week in Wildlife week 14 - 4/3/2026
This episode provides weekly updates from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, including license sales, harvest report deadlines, and upcoming events.
Apr 6, 2026·4m - 53
This Week in Wildlife - 7
A weekly update from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife covering upcoming meetings, events, and deadlines.
Feb 13, 2026·2m - 54
New Mexico Wildlife Podcast Trailer
A podcast exploring New Mexico's wildlife, featuring expert interviews and outdoor activities.
Jul 18, 2024·1m - 55
Episode 7 (March 2021) How to Have A Career in Wildlife: Insights from NMDGF’s Assistant Director
An interview with the retiring assistant director of Game and Fish, reflecting on his career and passion for wildlife.
Mar 31, 2021·30m - 56
Episode 6 (Feb 2021) History of Hatcheries and their Benefits to Anglers
Feb 26, 2021·57m - 57
Episode 5 (Jan 2021) The Big Game Draw
Jan 22, 2021·58m - 58
Episode 4 (Dec 2020) Sportfish Program and All Things Ice Fishing
Dec 15, 2020·54m - 59
Episode 3 (Nov 2020) Upland Game Program and Quail Hunting Forecast
Oct 29, 2020·59m - 60
Episode 2 (Oct 2020) Open Gate Program and DIY European Skull Mounts
James Pittman interviews Gary Calkins from New Mexico Game and Fish about his career in wildlife management across Texas and New Mexico.
Sep 30, 2020·47m - 61
Episode 1 (Sept 2020) Conservation Education and Fall Turkey Hunting
An interview with a game and fish officer discussing his career and experiences in wildlife management and outdoor recreation in New Mexico.
Aug 31, 2020·51m