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Call of the Outdoors

Pennsylvania Game Commission
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Conservation
Wildlife Management
Hunting
Turkey Hunting
Wildlife Conservation
Archery
Deer Hunting
Pennsylvania
Sunday Hunting
Habitat Management
Black Bears
Prescribed Fire
Supplemental Feeding
Wild Turkeys
Deer Management
National Archery In the Schools Program
Wildlife
Bird Feeding
White-Tailed Deer

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-rela... more

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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... more

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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.... more

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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 Pr... more

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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.

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Jeremy Banfield
Elk biologist
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Episode: Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Rob Keck
Former leader of the National Wild Turkey Federation, PA native with deep involvement in turkey conservation
National Wild Turkey Federation
Episode: Ep. 69 | Spring Gobbler’s Golden Era: A Conservation Comeback
Steve Smith
Executive Director
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Episode: Special Update: Changes for 2026-27 Hunting Seasons
Eddie Salter
Guest, renowned turkey caller and champion
Southern Alabama, professional turkey caller
Episode: Ep. 68 | Speaking Spring Gobbler: Turkey Man’s Calling Tips
Bryan Whitmore
Fire Program Manager, Pennsylvania Game Commission
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Episode: Ep. 67 | Forged by Fire: Prescribed Burns for Better Habitat
Brent McNeal
South Central Region Fire Program Lead
Pennsylvania Game Commission
Episode: Ep. 67 | Forged by Fire: Prescribed Burns for Better Habitat
Senator James Malone
Minority Chair for the Senate Game & Fisheries Committee
Pennsylvania State Senate
Episode: Ep. 66 | Conservation Legislation: Tags, Tradition, and Title 34
Tom Miranda
Pioneer in outdoor video production, renowned trapper, and motivational speaker.
Episode: Ep. 65 | Trapline to Tree Stand: Tom Miranda’s Outdoor Adventures
Hunter Wallis
Multi-time Grand National World Champion turkey caller
Episode: Call of the Outdoors Episode 57: How To Sweet-Talk the Toughest Turkeys

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Host of Call of the Outdoors; appears across episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
  • Pretty Good

    Pretty good podcast going to keep listening

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Philly P's
    United Statesa year ago
  • Education and Research Findings Make this Winner

    Along with to PA Game News magazine, this podcast is highly recommended to those that want to be informed and knowledgeable about the status of game species and the use of hunting to help conserve and manage these resources. Thanks Matt for this great podcast series.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sanhunter
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show!

    I found this podcast this summer and I absolutely love it! Thank you for doing these!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    woodsguy68
    United States3 years ago
  • I have just thoroughly enjoyed these last two episodes. I suck at calling. Thanks for the trains of thought, and things to work on on my calling.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Gorbatyj Bob
    4 years ago
  • Informative but not enough episodes

    The publishing schedule is too inconsistent and doesn’t cover up to date topics related to harvests, management changes, and efforts of the PGC for current seasons. This could simply be a 15-20 minute mini-episode twice a month or added into the prologue for species specifics.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zayscue
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise accessible, informative discussions with real-world policy implications.
Fans appreciate hearing directly from agency staff and biologists about hunting and habitat decisions.
Some listeners note the schedule can be inconsistent but value the depth of information when episodes release.

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Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Q: When and where are the elk tags awarded?
Tags are awarded on July 25th at the Elk Country Visitor Center in Benazette, with the Elk Expo providing a major event around the process.
Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Q: How does the bonus point system work with the new single application?
Bonus points are now summed across all previous seasons and applied collectively to the current application choices, effectively increasing the number of times a hunter's name goes into the drawing for each additional bonus point they have.
Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Q: What are the big changes for 2026 in elk hunting?
We have a single consolidated elk application, a new four-season structure with a fourth season in early October to spread bull hunter pressure, a general hunting license requirement for all applicants, and a cap on non-residents drawing elk tags per season. There are also new hunt zones that better reflect elk movement.
Ep. 66 | Conservation Legislation: Tags, Tradition, and Title 34
Q: How do we make sure that we keep our waterways clean?
By managing ecosystems effectively to prevent overburdening or devastation.
Ep. 66 | Conservation Legislation: Tags, Tradition, and Title 34
Q: What does conservation mean to you?
Conservation means using knowledge and resources to maintain ecosystems naturally.

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What is Call of the Outdoors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, policy-forward show from a state wildlife agency that frequently centers on habitat management, hunting regulations, and conservation programs in Pennsylvania. Episodes commonly feature agency staff and state lawmakers discussing burn programs, antler-tag initiatives, Sunday hunting, shooting sports funding, and practical habitat restoration, often with real-world case studies and public-facing guidance for landowners and hunters. A standout is the blend of technical detail with accessible storytelling, including procedural explanations, regulatory updates, and hands-on perspectives from biologists, wardens, and program leads. This mix likely appeals to hunters, landowners, conservation professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts see... more

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Recent guests on Call of the Outdoors include:

1. Jeremy Banfield
2. Rob Keck
3. Steve Smith
4. Eddie Salter
5. Bryan Whitmore
6. Brent McNeal
7. Senator James Malone
8. Tom Miranda

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