S4EP79 Trevor Hubbs Returns To Talk About Wisconsin's Conservation Congress

Summary

In this episode, Brian Maze interviews Trevor Hubbs, who is involved in various conservation initiatives. They discuss the upcoming BHA Rendezvous event, where volunteers are celebrated and awards are given to individuals who have contributed to public lands and waters. They also talk about a proposed bill in Wisconsin that would allow running dogs all year round in the Northwoods. Trevor explains the background and potential implications of the bill, highlighting the need for further research and data before making a decision. The conversation covers various topics related to hunting and conservation in Wisconsin. The discussion revolves around the balance between community responsibility and the need for expansion in hunting opportunities. Concerns are raised about potential risks and the importance of doing things right. The impact on bird populations, safety concerns with wolves, and challenges of grouse hunting are also discussed. Additionally, the need for a pike spearing season and a veterans waterfowl season is highlighted. The conversation covers various topics related to hunting and conservation in Wisconsin. The chapters include discussions on the opportunity for waterfowl hunting, early season hunting and conservation, waterfowl population and conservation, support for veterans in hunting, rifle deer hunt during the rut, county deer advisory committees, deer population management, additional rifle season for deer, controversy around deer harvest, and bear bait identification.

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Takeaways

The hunting community needs to balance the ability to expand hunting opportunities with the responsibility to protect the environment and wildlife.
It is important to consider potential risks and listen to precautionary measures raised by experts and community members.
Support for well-trained hounds is crucial for ensuring the safe and regulated hunting of bears and other wildlife.
Taking the time to do things right and protect the resources is essential to avoid negative consequences and potential backlash against hunting.
The expansion of hunting opportunities should be approached with caution to prevent negative impacts on bird populations and other wildlife.
Safety concerns with wolves and the need to educate oneself about wolf depredation are important considerations for hunters.
Grouse hunting can be challenging but also rewarding, and it is important to manage expectations and appreciate the experience.
The need for a pike spearing season and a veterans waterfowl season is recognized to provide additional opportunities for hunters and show appreciation for service members.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Trevor's Background
07:04 Overview of BHA Rendezvous
26:05 Status of the Bill and Potential Implications
33:03 Balancing Community Responsibility
34:01 Potential Risks and Concerns
35:00 Support for Well-Trained Hounds
36:29 Importance of Doing It Right
37:25 Impact on Grouse and Woodcock
38:51 Increased Pressure on Bird Populations
40:15 Safety Concerns with Wolves
41:43 Understanding Wolf Depredation
43:11 Challenges of Grouse Hunting
45:34 Takeaways from Grouse Hunting
47:26 The Need for Pike Spearing Season
51:44 Veterans Waterfowl Season
01:06:39 Opportunity for Waterfowl Hunting
01:07:36 Early Season Hunting and Conservation
01:08:33 Waterfowl Population and Conservation
01:09:32 Support for Veterans in Hunting
01:10:03 Rifle Deer Hunt during the Rut
01:12:25 County Deer Advisory Committees
01:14:49 Deer Population Management
01:16:43 Additional Rifle Season for Deer
01:18:21 Controversy around Deer Harvest
01:20:41 Bear Bait Identification