Episodes

  • 130 Lukas Madsen – Alberta, Canada

    130 Lukas Madsen – Alberta, Canada
    Jul 13 2024
    130 Lukas Madsen – Alberta, Canada Ahead of NAWEOA 2024 in British Columbia, Canada, Wayne discusses warden life across the border with special guest Sgt. Lukas Madsen, a Fish & Wildlife officer in the neighboring province of Alberta. Sgt. Madsen discusses his path from growing up in the rugged beauty of the Northwest Territories to becoming a game warden, Alberta’s many outdoor opportunities, and shares a few adventures he’s had along the way. 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: · What Canadian accent? · Originally set out to become a biologist · Growing up in Yellowknife; one road north, one road south · Great Slave Lake is one of the deepest in Canada · Outdoor experience creates an advantage · Education never stops · Had to build experience to be hired full-time · Working as a park ranger - aka the Party Police · Adventures in bear trapping · Sometimes euthanasia is the only option · The Western Conservation Law Academy · “The best job in the world.” · Alberta has an abundance of wildlife · A couple of unethical outfitters · Wildlife crimes in another country can result in big problems · NAWEOA: “We all have the same stories.” · Always move forward, always try to do better Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • 129 Jason Blaylock – Mississippi – Officer-Involved Shooting

    129 Jason Blaylock – Mississippi – Officer-Involved Shooting
    Jun 30 2024
    When an officer-involved shooting occurs, we often hear a lot about the victim, but what happens to the person who pulled the trigger? 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: · Officer-involved shooting: no one knew how to handle it · Systemic problems · You’re never the same person · One trauma can be a huge setback · Fit for duty · Stigma created by the word “homicide” in media · Called to investigate a suspected night hunter · Suspect fired at a citizen · The chase · Suspect stops, then rams Blaylock’s truck and flees · Vehicle does not stop at a roadblock · Suspect again rams officers’ vehicles · “I’m not making it home tonight.” · Less a decision than a reaction · Driver was a 15-year-old male · Praying for the driver · A helpless, solitary feeling · Driver recovered, and was later convicted only of night hunting · Officer Blaylock is immediately cleared of wrongdoing · Months of interviews and uncertainty · A single counselling session · “You have to talk about it. You cannot hold it in.” · Nearly eleven months off work · Stress and its impacts on the body · The entire family is affected · Friends - and even fellow officers - don’t know what to say · Law enforcement, PTSD and alcoholism · It’s okay to not be tough · Subjects went on to commit more felonies · “We don’t know how to handle needing a helping hand.” · The importance of being proactive · Learning what to expect, how to heal, and how to help Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • 128 Father & Sons - with Bill, Wayne, and Aaron Saunders

    128 Father & Sons - with Bill, Wayne, and Aaron Saunders
    Jun 18 2024
    Bill Saunders' legacy is a testament to the enduring bond between family and nature. His love for the wilderness, deeply instilled in his sons, has blossomed into a tradition that transcends generations. This Father's Day, we explore their story; it's a legacy of living off the land, teaching the next generation to hunt ethically, and nurturing a passion that would one day set a young man on a familiar career path. A family's tradition, flourishing under the canopy of the great outdoors. 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: Dad grew up fishing and hunting Snakes! The story of the cowboy in the woods Growing up on roadkill “I’d arrest Mom if I had to.” Adventures with Uncle Warren Learning never to waste a resource The deer that kept standing up Aaron’s first deer Bonding with your kids in the outdoors Hunting hazards: hand injuries and dented tailgates The duck that crash landed Walking through the woods with your kids; it’s about the experience Wildlife populations have changed over the years “If you’re gonna shoot it, you’re gonna eat it.” Porcupines and perch eggs Being related to a game warden can sometimes change your point of view The outdoor legacy continues in Wayne and Aaron’s children Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Twitter YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • 127 Jason Blaylock - Mississippi

    127 Jason Blaylock - Mississippi
    May 23 2024
    With record-high wildlife populations, Mississippi’s generous bag limits make it an attractive destination for hunters of all kinds, and game wardens are busy almost year-round. After 23 years with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks (MDWFP), Lt. Jason Blaylock has made substantial contributions to wildlife conservation and law enforcement in the Magnolia State, and was recently named the National Wild Turkey Federation Conservation Officer of the Year by the MDWFP. Lt. Blaylock joined us at NAWEOA. 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: · Mississippi wardens are busy with game issues for much of the year · Working the famous river · Close to 200 officers in MS · Passing knowledge to the next generation of officers · Teaching methods have changed with technology advancements · Started school in a pre-med program · “I can’t see myself not being outside.” · A coincidence that led to a career · Many rural game wardens are ‘the’ local law enforcement · Opening day is like Christmas · Snakes! · MS game wardens used to sell licenses from their trucks and homes · Bag limits in Mississippi · No deer tags required · 250+ spotlighting cases · 13-year-old night hunters · Thanksgiving 2017: an unforgettable night hunting case · The repeat, repeat, repeat young offender · Suppressors are becoming more common in MS · Technology advancements are changing the way game wardens do business · The diversity of Mississippi provides a multitude of opportunities Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Twitter YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • 126 For the Fallen: Julian Keen – Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission

    126 For the Fallen: Julian Keen – Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission
    May 16 2024
    126 For the Fallen: Julian Keen – Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission Florida FWC Officer Julian “Batman” Keen was known for his bright smile, relentless enthusiasm, and deep commitment to the people and wildlife of his home state. On a quiet Sunday morning in 2020, he heard a crash outside his home and looked out to see a truck driving recklessly. He gave chase without hesitation, eventually intercepting the hit and run suspect - who escaped - but inexplicably returned to the scene, opened fire and sped away. Officer Keen was 30 years old. His friend and mentor, FWC Lt. Pam Steelman shares the legacy of a remarkable young man, determined to fulfil a lifelong dream, and give back to the community he loved - and who loved him so dearly in return. “It is not how these officers died that made them heroes; it is how they lived.” ~ National Law Enforcement Memorial, Washington, DC 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 Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Twitter YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • A Game Warden's commentary on Christopher Alexander post World Class Ohio Buck

    A Game Warden's commentary on Christopher Alexander post World Class Ohio Buck
    May 13 2024
    I did this game warden commentary regarding Christopher Alexander, who allegedly poached a world-class buck in Ohio. I have heard so much speculation regarding this buck through social media that I had to engage on the side of the game wardens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • 125 Maple Syrup – With Chris Simmons & Ken St. Pierre

    125 Maple Syrup – With Chris Simmons & Ken St. Pierre
    Apr 25 2024
    Late winter and early spring can find a New England game warden with a little more free time than they’re used to, and many have found a sweet way to tap into one of the nature’s greatest springtime gifts. As maple syrup season draws to a close, we catch up with Maine’s Chris Simmons, of Simmons and Daughters Sugar House, and Ken St. Pierre, of Big Lake Maple in New Hampshire, to learn just what it takes to run a successful sugar house. 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: · Chris got started making syrup with his brothers on the family farm · Tapping and processing with whatever they could find · Ken was inspired by a colleague who tapped · “That’s an awful idea.” · Rebuilding a 100-year-old evaporator · The expense of expansion · Buckets vs. tap lines · Weather has made this season’s sap run unpredictable · Syruping can be an activity for the whole family · Can be as basic or as complex as you want it to be · “A heat source, a thermometer, a vessel, and sap.” · Make room for friends and neighbors! · Chris’ recipe for maple hot dogs · Natural syrup is an antioxidant · More than a topping: cooking with maple · Travel-sized containers can come in handy · Where to find Chris and Ken’s websites Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Art & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Twitter YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • TGL038 Annie Teall

    TGL038 Annie Teall
    Apr 19 2024
    Annie Teall is a seasoned emergency services dispatcher renowned for her calm and effective handling of crisis situations. With over 27 years of experience in dispatch, Annie has become a pivotal figure in emergency response within the San Bernardino community. She gained national recognition during the tragic terrorist attack at the Inland Regional Center on December 2, 2015, where she was the primary police dispatcher. During this critical event, Annie managed the intense flow of emergency communications, demonstrating exemplary professionalism and composure under pressure. Her efforts not only facilitated the rapid response of law enforcement and emergency services but also underscored the vital role dispatchers play in managing public safety crises. Annie's career reflects a profound commitment to public service and safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 41 mins