Warden's Watch

Fans of Joe Pickett rejoiced at the news that the 24th offering in the bestselling series would be available in early 2024. Now on the eve of the book’s release, celebrated author CJ Box returns to Warden’s Watch to discuss “Three-Inch Teeth”, a pulse-pounding tale that sees Joe join Wyoming Game & Fish’s Predator Attack Team on the hunt for a rampaging killer grizzly - but in true Box style, the bear may not be the biggest threat in the high country. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·        Inspiration for the latest book ·        Unprovoked bear attacks seem to be on the rise ·        A tragic ambush that killed an experienced guide ·        Same bear attacked the investigators’ helicopter ·        Investigators could not determine any reason for

Warden News - January 2024 Pennsylvania: Drone case https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/lancaster-county/pa-man-first-cited-recovering-deer-drone-lawmaker-proposes-change/521-001ae710-0f20-488e-88b2-baca39e45f36 Alaska: Hunters Pay 'Deerly' for Violations Alaska Wildlife Troopers, along with assistance from US Forest Service Law Enforcement, increased their enforcement presence during the Southern Southeast Sitka Blacktail deer “rut” in early November of 2023. This operation included the use of increased manpower, 12 patrol vehicles, 4 patrol vessels, 5 artificial wildlife, and a lot of rain gear. The program targeted two main areas of concern that the public has made complaints about over the last couple of years: Spotlighting and shooting from the roadway, and resulted in multiple charges. Southeast hunters pay deerly for violations in large-scale joint state-federal operation | Juneau Empire New Hampshire: Hiker Recovered from Mount Guyot Hiker Recovered from Mount Guyot – NH Fish and Game Departmen

Since its inception in 1984, International Game Warden Magazine has become known as the industry standard trade publication for wildlife professionals worldwide. Published in association with the North American Wildlife Enforcement Officers Association (NAWEOA), each quarterly issue is jam packed with features ranging from emerging technologies and detailed case investigations to book reviews and recipes. In this episode, editor Marshall Nych highlights some of the first-rate content you’ll receive when you subscribe. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·        Submitted first story to the magazine in 2010 ·        Joined IGW staff in 2015, became editor in 2021 ·        Full-time teacher, part-time Deputy Game Warden (Ret.) ·        Game wardens have the best stories, they just need

Our first return guest on the Thin Green Line Podcast, Bill Bodner! Bill Bodner is a recently retired law enforcement official known for his work with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in the United States. He served as the Special Agent in Charge of the DEA's Los Angeles Field Division. In this role, Bodner was responsible for leading DEA operations in seven counties of Southern California, focusing on combating drug trafficking and related crimes. His career with the DEA spans several years and includes various positions, where he has been involved in drug enforcement operations, investigations, and policy development. Bodner's expertise and leadership in drug law enforcement have made him a notable figure in the field, especially in the context of addressing drug-related issues in one of the largest metropolitan areas in the U.S. His work often involves collaboration with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations to combat drug trafficking and abuse. Learn more about your ad choi

The Department of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is the Canadian equivalent to both the US Fish & Wildlife Service and the Environmental Protection Agency, and like the US agencies, ECCC is responsible for the protection and conservation of both the environment and wildlife for future generations. As a Law Enforcement Specialist and Operations Manager for ECCC, Martin Thabault’s responsibilities can extend from the Artic, Pacific, and Atlantic Oceans to the longest undefended border in the world.  Our Sponsors:  Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: What is the Wildlife Enforcement branch of Environment & Climate Change Canada? Martin’s background and path to Ottawa ECCC Wildlife Enforcement branch currently has nearly 100 officers Main mandate is illegal wildlife trade and protectio

Warden News 12-23 Headless Poached Deer https://www.wibw.com/2023/11/27/headless-buck-found-over-thanksgiving-weekend-spurs-hunt-poacher/ Bobcat- Mountain Lion hunting ban https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/colorado-mountain-lion-bobcat-hunting-ban/ Duck Hunter Saved  https://jcpost.com/posts/9072b71d-6939-473d-b6f8-96e2c793df91 DEC Deer Poaching  https://www.news10.com/news/greene-county/deer-poaching-incident-under-investigation-in-greene-county/ Moose https://www.newsbreak.com/news/3247622147170/soldotna-man-pleads-guilty-to-improper-harvest-of-bull-moose?_f=app_share&s=i4&pd=0GcVPKOx&lang=en_US&send_time=1701349449&trans_data=%7B%22platform%22%3A0%2C%22cv%22%3A%2223.48.2.3%22%2C%22languages%22%3A%22en%22%7D Interpol  https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/eggs-primates-ivory-seized-wildlife-trafficking/ PA-Drone https://www.lancasterfarming.com/country-life/outdoors/drone-operator-charged-by-pennsylvania-game-commission-in-sting-operation/article_4324f05a-a0ee-11ee-9ab7-3bdf5d9c7aaa.html Holly

Mustafa Speaks is an American actor, writer, and producer, known for his roles in the Netflix series "Seven Seconds," the USA Network series "Unsolved," and the Spectrum original series "Joe Pickett." He played Nate Romanowski in "Joe Pickett," a master falconer and special forces officer. In addition to his acting career, Speaks is also known for his work as a producer and writer. He has a background in marine and environmental science, having earned a B.S. in the field from Hampton University, and was recognized for his groundbreaking work with shark behavior before transitioning to show business. Speaks also had a brief stint in football before moving on to pursue acting, where he found success and a passion for the arts. He has been in the entertainment industry for over fifteen years and sees himself as a creator, hustler, and entrepreneur, with plans to expand his career into directing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roy Brown was a Federal Conservation Law Enforcement officer for over 30 years, most of which he spent as a Special Agent Criminal Investigator with postings in Montana, Tennessee, Alabama, Utah and finally Wyoming. Working with a variety of state, local, and federal agencies to fight wildlife crime, he has been a certified firearms instructor and armorer, criminal investigator, and taught crime scene investigation techniques both at home and in Southern Africa. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·        Launched career on a Montana wildlife refuge ·        Preserving the white bison ·        “Cowboy stuff” and a shrewd horse ·        Waterfowl enforcement in Tennessee ·        The dirty dozen ·        Not all marijuana growers are clever… ·        St

Warden’s News November 2023 A hunter in Hanson legally killed Pumpkin the bear, MassWildlife sayshttps://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/pumpkin-bear-hanson-killed-hunter-police/ A $20K reward was offered for information regarding poaching of bull elk in Shannon County, MO https://www.kfvs12.com/2023/11/16/20k-reward-offered-information-regarding-poacher-bull-elk-shannon-county-mo/ The Exotic Wildlife Trade Is Thriving in Texas https://www.texasmonthly.com/travel/exotic-wildlife-trade-smugglers-texas/ Are Animal-Rights Activists Hijacking Our Wildlife Commissions? https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/animal-rights-wildlife-commission-takeover-podcast/ WILDLIFE OFFICERS MAKE DISTURBING AUTOPSY DISCOVERY AFTER EUTHANIZING SICK BEAR: ‘IT’S A CALL WE WISH WE NEVER HAD TO MAKE’https://www.thecooldown.com/outdoors/telluride-colorado-trash-bear-plastic/ Upstate NY hunters charged with illegally spotlighting deer Upstate NY hunters charged with illegally spotlighting deer - newyorkupstate.com Wyoming's ann

Ben Shank is a trailblazer in the world of television production and the Chief Content Officer at Engel Entertainment. With a career highlighted by co-founding York and Wilder Studios and his innovative work on "Casey Anthony’s Parents Speak" for the A&E Network, Ben has been a driving force in the industry. His career spans over 200 hours of content for networks like Discovery and Animal Planet, with standout work on series such as "Lone Star Law" and "North Woods Law." At Engel Entertainment, Ben is leading the charge on a range of new projects. These include a design challenge show, a docu-soap about expats living in Lisbon, Portugal, and a factual series on US government agencies. Additionally, he's overseeing the development of "Women on Death Row," a sober reality series set to premiere on A&E. This project reflects his commitment to creating content that is not only engaging but also socially relevant. Join us in this episode as we explore Ben Shank's journey, his vision for the future of television pr

For twenty years, Bill Livezey led a double life rubbing shoulders with some of Maine’s worst wildlife offenders; the kinds of people who not only live by the poacher’s mantra “if it’s brown, it’s down,” but many who were dangerously unstable felons, alcoholics, and drug abusers - his success at putting bad guys out of business stemming largely from his early years as one of them. Since retiring in 2020 as the Maine Warden Service’s longest-tenured covert operative, he has co-written Let’s Go For a Ride, a captivating chronicle of both a life undercover, and a life transformed. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·        “Let’s go for a ride” - the universal bad guy code ·        Desire for wealth sent his father down a dark road ·        From successful businessman to meth dealer ·   

Warden News is a collection of current game warden-related news stories gathered from news sources worldwide. These stories are compiled and read by Warden's Watch podcast producer Jay Scott.  October 2023 Kansas: Game Wardens attempt to identify individuals caught on Kansas City trail camera Vermont: Poacher’s car, crossbow seized from 2020 deer jacking case Texas: GAME WARDEN REPORTS Somerset, England: Illegal poachers cause 'extensive damage' to farmland Missouri: Jefferson County Sheriff's Office issues warning about keeping deer as pets "In addition to being illegal to take in Missouri wildlife by the Wildlife Code of Missouri without the proper permits, it’s not good for the animal either."  Pennsylvania: Game Commission Sting Operation Results in Charges for Market Owners Iowa: DNR officer fired for using state database to check background of potential dates Kansas: Group of hunters found over the limit after stashed birds recovered by K9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.

In Appalachian Ohio and beyond, ginseng hunting is a centuries-old tradition. Prized for its medicinal value and prestige, American ginseng was one of America’s first exports to the Far East. Today, highly regulated but harvested to near extinction, its value has only increased, setting the stage for a black market that often results in arrests, prison time, and tragedy. Our Sponsors:  Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: Kevin’s ongoing recovery and recent activities Investigation began in Ohio in 2012, when a family reported an overdue hiker Bobby Joe Grubbs had been dropped off for a walk, but did not return Grubbs was known to police Sherrif’s office pinged cell phone Phone was located on 87-year-old Joseph Kutter’s property Property owner gave police permission to search, but nothing was

The North American Game Warden Museum could not be in a more perfect spot. Nestled amid the pristine forest, prairie, and floral gardens of the US/Canada International Peace Garden, it is the only space in the world dedicated to educating the public, celebrating natural resource protection, and honoring the fallen heroes who lost their lives in the line of duty. In this episode, we speak with board members Tom Caifa and Sheila Paquette about this incredible one-of-a-kind facility.   Our Sponsors:  Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: The term “game warden” NAWEOA rebranding to International Game Warden Association NAGW Museum was first conceived in the 80s US states and Canadian provinces contributed Museum was completed in 2005 The International Peace Garden Passports are required  Past bo

Kirk Kiefer has been a wildlife investigator with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources for the past 15 years. In this episode, he walks us through Operation “Root of All Evil,” a lengthy and complex investigation into the illegal ginseng trade that spanned multiple states, included unmarked vehicles, extended surveillance, buys and sales by undercover officers, and even a fake business. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·       Wild ginseng root is highly valued for its perceived medicinal properties ·       Grows very slowly, taking up to five years to reach maturity ·       One pound can be worth up to $1000 ·       Seeds take over a year to germinate ·       Information campaign helped educate stakeholders on the damage caused by poaching ·       Many poachers are involved in o

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF), founded in 1936, stands as a prominent nonprofit conservation organization in the U.S. With a membership exceeding six million, its mission revolves around the conservation of wildlife and their habitats. The NWF actively addresses critical environmental challenges, notably climate change and sustainable wildlife management, and offers educational resources like the "National Wildlife" magazine. In this context, we're privileged to have Aaron Kindle and Bill Cooksey from the NWF join us. They co-host the "National Wildlife Federation Outdoors" podcast, a platform that bridges sportsmen and women, advocating for fish, wildlife habitat, and ensuring access to fishing and hunting in the wild expanses of public lands and waters. Aaron Kindle, the Director of Sporting Advocacy at the NWF, hails from Wyoming. His previous tenure at Trout Unlimited saw him deeply involved in public lands issues. A graduate from Gunnison, Colorado, with an M.S. from the University of Montana, A

In the summer of 2009, Ian Obenshain and Brad Bailey began observing a colossal white-tailed buck feeding in an Ohio field. The friends had permission to hunt the area and immediately started documenting the huge animal’s growth, with the ultimate goal of Brad filming Ian harvesting ‘Big Boy’ during the fall archery season. Anticipation, however, soon turned to disappointment when the trophy buck suddenly disappeared – and then the story turned even stranger. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: ·       Origin of the name ‘Big Boy’ ·       Ian first spotted the buck in a soybean field near a highway ·       “Have you shown this to anybody?” ·       Big Boy was a world class buck ·       The pursuit and subsequent events brought the two friends closer ·       Brad had guiding experience ·

From a cozy front porch in Utah, Wayne talks with Ohio Wildlife Officer and K9 handler Chris Gilkey. Born, raised - and now based - in the Ohio foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Officer Gilkey shares the remarkable story of Big Boy, the largest typical white-tailed buck taken in North America in 2009 – and for one poacher, more ‘bucks’ than he counted on.  Our Sponsors:  Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: Missed connections and an epic fishing trip Fifteen minutes from West Virginia Ohio is a destination for white-tailed deer hunters – but also for poachers Ethical hunters spotted a huge buck in the summer of 2009 and planned to hunt it in the fall Wanted Officer Gilkey to be involved “Big Boy” disappeared from trail cams shortly before the season Months later, Big Boy is on display at

Originally from Western New York, Ethan Justinger packed up and moved to Utah at just 22 to pursue his dream of being a game warden in the West. Now on the job with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for 5 years, Ethan sits down with Wayne to share his passion for elk hunting, conservation law, and the spectacular beauty surrounding them. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss:  The elk hunt that changed everything  Elevation sickness and bull elk bugling  Hunters are conservationists  A fitness test at altitude – during a forest fire  “One of the greatest jobs on earth.”  Driving from New York to Utah  Adventuring every day  A late-night tip after a long day  Elk poacher was on private property  Carcass covered in sticks and logs  Evidence on a GoPro™  More evidence on

After a short summer break, Warden’s Watch picks things up with a look back at NAWEOA 2023 with Ohio Wildlife Officer Chris Gilkey, and Utah’s Ethan Justinger. Now called the International Game Warden Association, this year’s conference was held in beautiful Provo, Utah in early July, with a jam- packed schedule of activities that included a wide variety of training, speakers, and fun for the whole family. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet Sovereign Sportsman Solutions “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Hunt of a Lifetime Maine's Operation Game Thief Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss:  Game wardens watch – but it’s rough on binoculars  The value of conferences  “Everybody is on the same page.”  Utah conference provided activities for the entire family  What is VirTra training?  “All it takes is one” visit to NAWEOA  Awards are a humbling experience  Youth Room kept kids safe and entertained  Speakers were both intere