Episode 12
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The Salmonfly Hatch
We talk to ODFW fishing ambassadors Chris Clogston and Loui Alvarado about their passion for the salmonfly hatch
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Beaver State Podcast
The Beaver State Podcast is a product of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife that takes a look at hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing in Oregon through conversations with Oregonians, ODFW staff and luminaries throughout the conservation world.
Each 30-45 minute podcast will explore complex fish and wildlife topics broadly and in detail, and future episodes will feature weekly information from the Recreation Report.
Recent Episodes
Episode 11
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How the controlled hunt draw works
It's among the most complex systems anywhere, and we break it down with Linda Lytle, ODFW's license services manager
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Episode 10
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Just for the halibut
We explore the history of the fishery, how to fish for halibut and some amazing ways to prepare them
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Episode 9
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Western Oregon Channel Catfish
ODFW has been stocking ponds and freeway lakes with channel catfish in Western Oregon for more than 30 years
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Episode 8
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Talking Turkey
We cover their biology, geography, a new tool for hunters to access turkey hunting on private land and why turkeys gobble in this episode
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Episode 7
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It's the economy, stupid!
We talk to Dr. Allen Molina, senior economist at ODFW, about the hunting and fishing economy in Oregon
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Episode 6
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Recreation during the Covid-19 crisis
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department Spokesperson Chris Havel talks about the process of deciding to close state parks and what that mean for recreation opportunities in Oregon during the duration of this crisis
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Episode 5
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Bears
We cover their biology, social habits and habitat needs in a wide-ranging conversation about one of our favorite critters
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Episode 4
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Wildlife Disease and Coronavirus
We spent some time at ODFW's Wildlife Health and Population Lab Program with state wildlife veterinarian Dr. Colin Gillin and wildlife veterinarian Dr. Julia Burco
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Episode 3
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Beaver State Podcast: About Us
This is a listener's guide to the Beaver State Podcast
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Episode 2
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History
We introduce the host of The Beaver State Podcast, Tim Akimoff, and talk to ODFW Director Curt Melcher about the history of the agency
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Episode 1
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Steelhead week
We talk to ODFW Fish Chief Ed Bowles about steelhead. What they are, how they are managed and what the future holds for these amazing fish
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