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USFWS/NCTC Thoughts From Home: Your Conservation Podcast from the National Conservation Training CenterUSFWS/NCTC Thoughts From Home: Your Conservation Podcast from the National Conservation Training Center Author: NCTC Podcasts
Welcome to Thoughts From Home: Your Conservation Podcast from the National Conservation Training Center. Were located along the Potomac River in historic Shepherdstown, WV and are home to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Throughout this series, well be talking with experts, authors and a variety of other guests to bring you the most up-to-date information, events, and happenings here at the National Conservation Training Center. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy. For transcripts of our podcasts, go to https://ow.ly/gxll50PwHLN Language: en Genres: Government Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Managing Deer Populations at NCTC.
Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
In this episode of Thoughts from Home, host Cecilia Melton sits down with Rob Chapman, Natural Resources Management Biologist at the National Conservation Training Center (NCTC), to discuss the annual deer hunt and its vital role in ecosystem management. Rob explains the ecological challenges posed by high deer populations in Jefferson County, West Virginia, and how controlled hunting helps maintain biodiversity and forest regeneration. Listeners will learn about the logistics of participating in the hunt, including orientation, regulations, and biological data collection. Rob also shares insights from his previous experience at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge and recounts some memorable stories from past hunts. Whether you're a conservation enthusiast or a curious listener, this episode offers a fascinating look into wildlife management and the balance between nature and human stewardship.
