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Hello and welcome to Fish and Game Radio Diner!

Welcome to Fish and Game Radio Diner, the behind-the-scenes look at your wildlife agency, NH Fish and Game. In this 31 minute podcast, John Magee, fisheries habitat biologist, talks about healing the Nash Stream after a serious dam blow out years ago. Get the inside scoop on what might happen as a result of this habitat restoration at this major public property in the Stark area. Also, enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, we learn how we can open doors to happier, healthier lives by getting outdoors with the timely suggestions from Marilyn Wyzga, the convener of the NH Children and Nature Coalition Check it out! Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. Let me know what’s on your mind. I hope you get a chance to get outside and enjoy some paddling, fishing, hiking, camping or just taking a walk outdoors, New Hampshire style. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and send a link to this podcast to your friends and family! New – find us on Facebook! at www.facebook.com/nhfishandgame

• Listen now – Click the “play” arrow for the August podcast  

• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – August 2010 – click to download for MP3 player

Hello and welcome to Fish and Game Radio Diner!

In the rebroadcast of June 2009’s 27-minute podcast, learn about the many recreational saltwater fishing opportunities the short, but sweet New Hampshire coastline has to offer. We go behind the scenes to learn about the Marine Division’s role in managing fisheries in the ocean. Doug Grout has some helpful tips on saltwater fishing tackle and tactics. Also, enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, Mike Marchand, a wildlife biologist, joins me to talk about turtles. Did you know that you can help a turtle cross the road? It’s true – and Mike tells us some turtle secrets too! Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and spread the word! www.facebook.com/nhfishandgame

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• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – June 2009 – click to download for MP3 player

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In this 26 and a half minute podcast, we are talkin’ turkey with biologist Ted Walski, who explains the new N.H. turkey flock online survey. When are turkeys like a New York street gang? Listen and find out the answer. Also, enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, Rick Fink, chief of Lands and Facilities for Fish and Game, shares important information on how and where to get on the water in the Granite State. Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. Let me know what’s on your mind. I hope you get a chance to get outside and enjoy some relaxation, New Hampshire style. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and send a link to this podcast to your friends and family!

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iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – April 2010 – click to download for MP3 player

Hello and welcome to Fish and Game Radio Diner!

In this 25 minute podcast, learn more about why wildlife needs young forests. In our diner special this month, I chat with Charlie Bridges, habitat and diversity administrator, about woodcock, their special habitat needs, and some new programs that will benefit many local critters. Also, enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, Scott Decker, fisheries administrator, joins me to talk about the history and rationale behind New Hampshire’s fish stocking program. Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. Let me know what’s on your mind. I hope you get a chance to get outside and enjoy some relaxation, New Hampshire style.. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and spread the word!

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iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – March 2010 – click to download for MP3 player

In this 22-minute podcast, learn what we are doing to keep common species common with John Kanter, the nongame and endangered wildlife coordinator at Fish and Game. Also, enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, Rob Calvert joins us to chat about New Hampshire’s black bears – where are they? How do we make sure they stay wild, and stay out of our back yards? Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and spread the word!

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• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – July 2009 – click to download for MP3 player

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In this 29-minute podcast, we meet Dr. Fish, Joel Bader, the one and only fish pathologist at Fish and Game. Find out what his job is like and what advice he has for anglers and water to keep our fish safe from the growing number of threats to their health. You won’t want to miss this important advice to protect the great fisheries we have here in the Granite State. Enjoy regular features on places to go and upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Later in the show, returning guest, Wildlife Division Chief, Steve Weber, talks about the tough winter and how that impacts whitetail deer in New Hampshire. We learn what the winter severity index and deer yard visits tell us about their health. Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. Have an idea for a future podcast – tell us more! From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and spread the word!

• Listen now – Click the “play” arrow for the April podcast  

• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – April 2009 – click to download for MP3 player

In this 20-minute podcast, I sit down with fisheries biologist John Viar to talk about “hard-water” fishing. We talk about getting started as a beginner, and — for the more experienced — some of the finer points of ice-fishing. Have you ever fished by moonlight? You gotta hear this. Enjoy the regular features on places to go and an expanded version of upcoming events for the outdoor enthusiast. Mark Beauchesne drops in to talk about the Rotary Derby in Meredith next month, and a big outdoor show later in Worcester, Massachusetts. We hope you’ll come out to our classes and clinics and get to know the people who manage New Hampshire’s wildlife for you. Don’t forget, you can comment on this podcast by clicking on the headline above and using the “Leave A Reply” box at the bottom of the page. From your host, Judy Stokes, and the NH Fish and Game team – thanks for listening and spread the word!

• Listen now – Click the “play” arrow for the January podcast  

• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – Jan. 2009 – click to download for MP3 player

Hello and welcome to Fish and Game Radio Diner!

We bring the outdoors to your earbuds, with the latest news and tips from fish and wildlife biologists, Conservation Officers, and others who — like you — can’t get enough of fishing, hunting, wildlife watching, hiking, paddling, and all the wild things New Hampshire has to offer.

All the best for an exciting and safe season — from your host Judy Stokes and the crew at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

NOTE: The first podcast is 30 minutes long, with several different topics. Those who use iTunes will be able to listen by chapter. We will be experimenting with the format and RSS subscription options in the months to come…stay tuned!

• Listen now – Click the “play” arrow for the October podcast  

• iTunes version (with chapters): NH Fish and Game Radio Diner – Oct. 2008 – click to download for MP3 player