WildOhio

Anyone can learn to hunt at any stage in life. When Greg Hitzhusen’s son, Eli, wanted to learn to hunt, the pair embarked on a journey that changed their lives. Together they attended learn-to-hunt programs, practiced with their hunting implements, navigated plenty of trial and error, and found a new love for their local outdoor spaces. Hear Greg’s story as he chats with our hosts about how hunting has shaped him and Eli into better conservationists and people. Send us Fan Mail

Ohio Wildlife Officer Mark Williams, assigned to Franklin County, chats with Abby, John, and Jordan about the Creek Kings deer poaching case. The Division of Wildlife investigation, in collaboration with Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks, resulted in 20 guilty pleas from William I. Bethel, 28, of Columbus, and Justin A. Booth, 23, of Columbus. The two central Ohio men were known on YouTube as Creek Kings Outdoors Send us Fan Mail

Solomon 'Bass Man' Curtis joins our hosts to talk about all things bass fishing and to discuss the positive impact that fishing and outdoor recreation have on people's lives. He even discloses a few of his favorite and most productive bass fishing hotspots! Send us Fan Mail

Spring is a busy time for birds as they migrate north. Learn what the Lights Out initiative does to help protect birds, what organizations are doing, and what you can do at home. Send us Fan Mail

In this special episode at Magee Marsh Wildlife Area John and Jordan with the Division of Wildlife's Will Babb, publications editor, and Meredith Gilbert, assistant communications manager, about spring bird migration and birding along the Lake Erie coast. This episode highlights two options for outdoor enthusiasts to contribute to wildlife conservation right here in Ohio - the Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp and Ohio Wetlands Habitat Stamp. Funds from both stamps contribute directly to wildlife and habitat conservation in the Buckeye State. Purchase your stamp today at wildohio.gov. Send us Fan Mail

Human intervention is always a wild animal’s LAST hope for survival, NEVER its best hope. Learn why in this episode of the WildOhio Podcast with permits coordinator, Stormy Gibson. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we are joined by mushroom enthusiast and Ohio Wildlife Officer, Brad Buening. Officer Buening explains the ins and outs of morel mushroom hunting, what to be aware of when you’re out, and how to stay safe. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast, we talk about the ins and outs of steelhead. Fisheries management supervisor, Curt Wagner, talks to us about life history, current management practices, and fishing techniques of steelhead in Ohio. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast, we are joined by Wildlife Biologist Katie Dennison who talks about the life histories of once extirpated furbearers. We end the episode with a recap on our first year of podcasting. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we are joined by Education and Outreach Manager, Jen Dennison, who tells us all about conservation education programs at the Division of Wildlife. We are then joined by ecology and environmental science teacher, Jim Reding, who tells us the story of the nearly 100 acre land lab and the amazing impact it has on Granville students, community members, and wildlife conservation. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we are on location at the 2025 Farm Science Review. We chat with Adam Sharp, Executive Vice President of the Ohio Farm Bureau and our own Private Lands Administrator, John Kaiser. We discuss what the Farm Science Review is, the importance of partnerships, and the many programs that landowners can participate. Send us Fan Mail

In this packed episode of the WildOhio podcast we are joined by Turn In A Poacher (TIP) representative Mike Gregg who gives us a rundown on how the TIP program works. We then get an update on Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease in Ohio with Deer Biologist, Clint McCoy, and end the podcast with Wildlife Officer Supervisor, Josh Shields, on the upcoming hunting season. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we are joined by Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Mary Mertz on the opening day at the Ohio State Fair. Topics include the angling, the importance of conservation, and our favorite fair food. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we sit down with Public Lands Administrator, Mike Ervin, about the history of waterfowl in Ohio, how regulations work, and what falls under the category of "waterfowl". Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we chat with Law Enforcement Program Administrator, Jim Quinlivan, about the upcoming Wildlife Officer Training Academy and what it takes to become a wildlife officer in the state of Ohio. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the WildOhio podcast we chat with wildlife biologist, Mark Wiley, about all things turkey. We hit it all, from the natural history to the biology, and differences in hunting seasons. Tune in! Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of the Wild Ohio podcast, we have Inland Fisheries Program Administrator, Rich Zweifel, talk about the ins & outs of producing saugeye. We're then joined by amphibian expert Abby Ditomassi who talks about the role of vernal pools in the amphibian lifecycle. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of The Wild Ohio Podcast, we have Ohio Division of Wildlife Avian Education Coordinator, Jamey Emmert, talk about the Wildlife Diversity Conference and the updated Lake Erie Birding Trail. We wrap up the episode chatting about skunks. Send us Fan Mail

To help kick off the very first episode of Your Wild Ohio Podcast, we have Ohio Division of Wildlife, Chief Kendra Wecker, and deer biologist, Clint McCoy. Send us Fan Mail