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Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!
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- 4 weeks ago1h 13m
Ep. 72 | Public Land on Mission: PA’s State Game Lands System
Did you know Pennsylvania is home to enough state game lands (SGL) that each hunter could have two acres to themselves? Public Lands Section Chief Curtis Noll and Land Management Group Supervisor Rodney Mee join host Matt Morrett to highlight 106 years of the SGL system, the habitat projects that make these lands primed for wildlife, and how we can all keep the 1.5 million acres of SGL wild. Episode Highlights: History of Pennsylvania’s SGL system Differences between SGL, state forests, and state parks How the Game Commission manages wildlife habitat on SGL Breakdown of the SGL road system Updated regulations and signage on SGL Resources: Visit the Game Commission’s mapping center to explore SGL near you. Review the latest SGL regulations.
- Jun 3, 202634 min
Ep. 71 | Celebrating the Hunt All Year Long: 2026-27 Seasons & License Sales
Executive Director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to discuss the 2026-27 license year, including guaranteed antlerless licenses for residents, expanded Sunday hunting, turkey season updates, elk applications, and more opportunities than ever to get out in Penn’s Woods. Episode Highlights: 2026 hunting licenses go on sale June 22, and residents are guaranteed antlerless licenses More Sunday hunting opportunities Spring gobbler wrap-up and turkey season future Elk application reminder and new changes Do your part and take someone new into Penn’s Woods Balancing opportunities with sustainability Resources: Log in to your HuntFishPA account. Learn more about antlerless license sales. Find state game lands and public shooting ranges near you. Apply now for an elk license. Become a mentor today!
- May 13, 202634 min
Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Applying for the hunt of a lifetime just got easier. Elk Biologist Jeremy Banfield joins host Matt Morrett to provide an update on the Pennsylvania elk herd, explain all the changes to elk hunting for 2026-27, and share tips for getting a glimpse at bugling bulls in elk country. Episode Highlights: Overview of the current status of PA’s elk population How the simplified elk application process will work Details on updated elk hunt zones and seasons Tips for safe elk viewing Resources: Review changes to the elk application and seasons for 2026-27. Learn how to be ELK SMART. Apply to hunt PA elk at huntfish.pa.gov.
- May 6, 202654 min
Ep. 69 | Spring Gobbler’s Golden Era: A Conservation Comeback
Are we living in the golden era of the wild turkey? The godfather of turkey hunting thinks so. Pennsylvania native and former NWTF CEO Rob Keck joins host Matt Morrett to discuss his role in the turkey hunting boom, from talking conservation with U.S. presidents to expanding opportunity to millions of new hunters. Episode Highlights Rob’s PA roots and early days hunting Penn’s Woods History of turkey call technology and innovation Conservation successes under his leadership at NWTF His role in expanding the turkey range in the Keystone State How he became the first to complete the Canadian Super Slam Tips for a successful spring gobbler season Resources Learn more about turkey hunting. Find places to hunt turkeys.
- Apr 15, 202636 min
Special Update: Changes for 2026-27 Hunting Seasons
Following the Board of Game Commissioners April meeting, Executive Director Steve Smith joins host Matt Morrett to discuss expanded Sunday hunting opportunities, updates to big game seasons and bag limits, and the expansion of the Certified Hunter Program. Episode Highlights: Details on Sunday hunting dates for 2026-27 Why migratory game birds won’t be included in Sunday hunting opportunities Changes coming to spring gobbler season Elk hunting and application process highlights Updates to CWD regulations Certified Hunter Program statewide expansion after pilot year success Resources: Learn more about 2026-27 seasons and other updates from the April 2026 Board of Game Commissioners meeting. Contact the Board of Game Commissioners with your comments.
- Apr 1, 202639 min
Ep. 68 | Speaking Spring Gobbler: Turkey Man’s Calling Tips
Turkey hunting icon and champion caller Eddie Salter joins longtime friend Matt Morrett to share stories chasing gobblers with the greats, calling strategies for fooling toms, and wisdom from decades of tagging longbeards. Episode Highlights: How Eddie got his start turkey hunting and building calls at 10 Insights from winning dozens of turkey calling contests Tactics for success in the turkey woods The truth behind common turkey hunting myths Resources: Learn more about turkey hunting. Find places to hunt turkeys.
- Mar 4, 202656 min
Ep. 67 | Forged by Fire: Prescribed Burns for Better Habitat
Prescribed fire is a HOT topic in Pennsylvania! Fire Program Manager Bryan Whitmore and Southcentral Assistant Regional Forester Brent McNeal join host Matt Morrett to discuss the value of prescribed fire as the ultimate habitat management tool that directly benefits game species and how meticulous practices ensure safety and promote healthy native wildlife habitat. Episode Highlights: Current status of the 15-year PGC fire program What an ideal burn day looks like What a burn plan is and why it’s so important Why prescribed fire is an effective habitat management tool The difference between prescribed fire and wildfire Driving the future of the fire program through refinement Resources: Learn more about the PGC prescribed fire program. View our online mapping system for upcoming prescribed fires. Sign up for prescribed fire notifications in your area. Check out the Pennsylvania Prescribed Fire Council.
- Feb 4, 202637 min
Ep. 66 | Conservation Legislation: Tags, Tradition, and Title 34
Growing up with Yellowstone as your backyard gives you a unique appreciation for the great outdoors — just ask Senator James Malone. The minority chair of the Senate Game & Fisheries Committee joins host Matt Morrett and Executive Director Steve Smith to discuss his journey from subsistence hunting in Wyoming to serving Pennsylvania’s top county for hunting licenses sold. He also shares details on a new bill that could boost hunter recruitment and how outdoorsmen can get involved with the legislative process. Episode Highlights: Senator Malone’s background in the outdoors and how he got into politics Why he believes hunting is critical to conservation How the legislative process works with input from the public Details on his new initiative to promote hunting for future generations When and how to contact senators to make your voice heard Resources: Learn more about Senator Malone’s first-time hunter deer tag initiative. Donate to Hunters Sharing the Harvest.
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About Call of the Outdoors
Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!
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