Higher Calling Wildlife (Chester Moore)

An unsettling case of deer poaching is suburban areas involves a man setting up an account as a female nature photographer and targeting deer in suburban areas. This is one of the most shocking poaching cases on record and it shows the great work done by law enforcement officials from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation.

People are reporting seeing wild-looking cats throughout America that don't match with native wildlife. Chester Moore shows that many of these are what can be considered exotic or "designer" cats.

Join host Chester Moore as he discusses the confirmed great white shark off the Texas Coast, expanding great white numbers in Texas waters and the "x-factor" thats making it possible. Also, learn how the "Jaws Effect" has inspired interest in great whites and other sharks.

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Is poisoning feral hogs the only way to control them? We talk with an expert on the issue from Texas Agrilife and ask the tough questions.

Did you know there are multiple feral monkey populations in America? Did you know there have been many reports of orangutan-like animals in Florida and other locations? Could these be linked to the Bigfoot phenomenon? Check out this wild episode of Higher Calling Wildlife.

Have you ever dreamed of catching one of the super-sized speckled trout of the Lower Laguna Madre at South Padre Island?

Listen to part 3 of the Speckled Trout Saga series from Higher Calling Gulf Coast and listen to an in-depth interview with Capt. Brian Barrera and Capt. Luis Flandes III as they talk about how to catch the biggest trout of your life out of the South Padre region of the Lower Laguna Madre.

For more information on fishing at South Padre Island visit the South Padre Island Convention & Visitor's Bureau (www.sopadre.com)

Guide Contact Info

Capt. Luis Flandes III @Capt-Luis Flandes III on Facebook and @Captain_Flandes On Instagram. (www.onthedriftfishing.com)

Capt. Brian Barrera @Brian Barrera on Facebook and @Capt_brianbarrera on Instagram (www.inshorefishingsouthpadre.com)

Join host Chester Moore as he discusses black bears in East Texas with Dr. Daniel Scognamillo and Sarah Fuller of the Arthur Temple College of Forestry & Agriculture at Stephe F. Austin University. Learn the the history of bears in the region and the chances of establishing viable populations.

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Join host Chester Moore and guest Jeff Stewart as they discuss the mysterious horse killings in Texas. Is there a "bush meat" trade involving horse meat developing in the US? Are other horse killings related to terrorizing the owners?

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Chester Moore talks with Tim Fallon of the FTW Ranch about his cutting-edge breeding program for Asian mountain ungulates such as the markhor.

A Montana man has been charged with trafficking and conspiracy under federal law for cloning a Marco Polo sheep as well as breeding and selling its offspring and DNA across several states.

Marco Polo sheep inhabit Central Asia's Pamir Mountains in nations such as Mongolia, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan and can only be imported as trophies with strict permitting.

Here the interesting facts of this case that could have far-reaching impacts on wildlife law.

In this wild episode, host Chester Moore interviews Ben Novak of Revive & Restore about wildlife cloning, cloning for conservation and bringing back the thylacine.

It's a can't miss episode if you want to know what's really going on at the highest levels of wildlife research.

Join host Chester Moore as he discusses the groundbreaking cloning of "Elizabeth Ann", a black-footed ferret with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Black-Footed Ferret Recovery Coordinator Pete Grober. Learn how she was cloned from a ferret that died in 1988 and what this could mean for ferret recovery moving forward.

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Join host Chester Moore as he talks with Capt. Bruce Shuler, one of the top guides and lodge owners ever on the Texas Coast. Learn some high-level, in-depth tactics for catching trophy trout from a lifetime of the fishing Lower Laguna Madre. Higher Calling Gulf Coast is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.

In the final installment of our five-part series, we talk about the future of feral hogs in Texas and beyond.

Join award-winning wildlife journalist Chester Moore as he talks with Jack Evans of Bear Trust International about bear conservation information and issues impacting bears around the globe.

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Texas has a native elk population in the Trans Pecos region and most people are not aware of it. There are also however two other small pockets of elk in the state.

Pete Muller of the National Wild Turkey Federation joins the program and discusses the group's forthcoming virtual convention and how NWTF is making a huge difference in wildlife conservation throughout America by restoring turkeys into areas like East Texas and conserving hundreds of thousands of acres of habitat.

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Join host Chester Moore as he interviews Logan Young, Executive Director of Bear Trust International and they talk about the overlooked topic of bear conservation and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation.

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Sci-Fly Fishing is a new 3-4 minute segment that will be added to all future Higher Calling Wildlife episodes. It will explore the outer limits of shore, stream, wade, flats & flyfishing.

To show you what this is all about we've posted this clip as a stand-alone. It focuses on what Chester Moore believes is the ultimate sign that leads to flounder on the Gulf Coast.

Host Chester Moore interviews Gray Thornton, President & CEO of The Wild Sheep Foundation.

In this program learn about the group's mission to put and keep wild sheep on the mountain. Hear about their funding initiatives for research projects across North America and learn how contending with disease is still a major priority for sheep management.

Chester Moore lays out how javelina have been wiped out of nearly half of their Texas range in less than 100 years and ask an expert if hog toxicants will have an impact on them.

Host Chester Moore interviews Dr. Bret Collier, Professor of Ecology at Louisiana State University. They discuss a program of LSU, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the U.S. Forest Service that tracks Eastern wild turkey movements and examines a very unique situation related to Hurricane Laura damage in the Kisatchie National Forest.

Wildlife habitat from sea flats to alpine tundra is being decimated at an alarming rate. Listen to a thought-provoking roudtablle discussion from the Hunt-Fish Podcast Summit talking about key points on wildlife habitat loss and how to get involved with saving it.

Special guests include Andrew Austin, Turner Rowland, Jake Hill, Joe Richardson and Kanyan Klein.

Host Chester Moore interviews documentary filmmaker Jesse Bone at the 2023 Sheep Show in Reno about his award-winning documentary Transmission.

In part two of our Jaguar Revival series, Chester Moore talks with Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellín, Instituto de Ecologia, UNAM about the latest in jaguar research. Learn about the incredible range of the species, how poaching is having an impact and a new project that could allow for "Jaguar Safe" beef. And you thought "Dolphin Safe" tuna was cool!

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Join host Chester Moore as he talks with Matt Mancino and Stacy PIerce about TRWD Flyfest, a huge, fun, family event taking place Sat. March 11 in Fort Worth, TX.

Listen to the show for all the details and learn more at www.trwdflyfest.com

Higher Calling Wildlife is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.

In this exclusive episode, we take a look at pursuing the giant trout of the South Padre and Lower Laguna Madre area.

Higher Calling Wildlife is brought to you by Texas Fish & Game.

Hear the amazing story of a black bear that was photographed near Bay City, TX which is hundreds of miles from their known modern range.

Where did this bear come from? Listen as Chester details its potential epic journeys.

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Join Chester Moore as he discusses the current freeze-related kill of speckled trout and other fish along the Texas Gulf Coast with Dr. David McKee, professor of biology and mariculture and author of Fishes of the Texas Laguna Madre. Learn about the similarities between this freeze event and other major freezes, a story of three 15-pound trout caught in a past survey and why we should not assume the worst of this freeze has shown up in the bays just yet.

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In the maiden voyage of Higher Calling Gulf Coast, host Chester Moore interviews CCA President, fishing book author and former guide Pat Murray about the hidden secrets of catching truly big speckled trout. Higher Calling Gulf Coast will focus on series on in-depth topics of fishing and conservation along the Gulf Coast from flounder in the bays to bonefish on the flats, tarpon in the surf and billfish in the blue water.

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Cue the “Jaws Theme”

Great white sharks are making a notable return to the Gulf of Mexico. Once rare in these waters, their presence is increasing, signaling a positive shift in our marine ecosystem.

These apex predators play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our oceans. By controlling the populations of other species, they help ensure ecological balance.

If you spot or catch a great white shark, your observations are invaluable. Please report any sightings to GulfGreatWhites.com. Your contributions aid ongoing research and conservation efforts, helping to protect these magnificent creatures and our marine environment.

Remember, while great white sharks are returning, attacks on humans remain extremely rare. By respecting their space and staying informed, we can safely share the Gulf waters with these incredible animals.

Stay aware, stay safe, and support marine conservation. Visit GulfGreatWhites.com for more information and to report sightings."

Join host Chester Moore as he talks conservation of California and Rocky Mountain bighorns in Oregon with Oregon Foundation for North American Wild Sheep President Kevin Martin.

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Join host Chester Moore as he talks speckled trout tactics with DOA Lures founder Mark Nichols.

Join host Chester Moore as he gives strategies and locations for catching the Sabine area's big speckled trout from the Neches River to the short rigs.

Chester Moore talks with Kat Hunter from the Women Hunt class of 2022 about the Wild Sheep Foundation's, game-changing women's hunting/conservation program.

In response to the massive freeze-related fish kill on the Gulf Coast, officials with the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) have made sweeping changes to its annual summer-long S.T.A.R. tournament. Host Chester Moore interviews Shane Bonnot, Coastal Advocacy Director of CCA about the changes, where this format is headed and also tackles the importance of trout stocking in response to the freeze and damage to habitat.

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Ever heard of a 94 pound redfish? How about one that is older than the United States retirement age?

Check out this edition of the award-winning program and also learn about a forgotten stocking of black/red drum hybrids in Texas.

Higher Calling Wildlife is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.

Anglers travel the globe fishing for bonefish but did you know some of the biggest bonefish can be caught right outside of Miami, Fl.

Join Higher Calling Gulf Coast host Chester Moore as he talks with Capt. Mo Estevez about the amazing bonefish action in the Miami area’s Biscayne Bay.

Click here to listen.

In this episode learn the following:

*Biscayne Bay’s unique ecosystem

*Catching bonefish on spinning gear

*Catching bonefish on the fly

*The story of a 14-pound bonefish & more!

The National Bighorn Sheep Center is a nonprofit aimed at raising awareness of the conservation of wild sheep, wildlife and wild places.

In an interview for the Higher Calling Wildlife podcast, Chester Moore discussed the recent cloning of a black-footed ferret with Ben Novak of Revive & Restore.

In the conversation about the use of cloning technology to aid the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's ferret program, Moore asked about the potential of using genetic technology to control feral hogs. The discussion was a fascinating one and brings to mind many questions of the potential to fix a major wildlife problem but also raises questions of ethics and negative impacts of the technology.

Enjoy this conversation with Novak, a very bright scientist who has recently made history with the black-footed ferret program.

Join Chester Moore as he talk with a man who has a harrowing tale of being attacked by a wild boar in the woods of East Texas March 13, 2021. Learn about the intense attack, how his dog saved his life and how you can avoid an attack.

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Is there forgotten evidence of an 11 foot 4-inch rattlesnake out there? Chester Moore uncovers a lost gem and digs into another giant rattlesnake story that is far more real than the "fake news" photos circulating on social media in 2020.

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Join host Chester Moore as he interviews kayak tournament angler Joseph Sanderson about kayak bass fishing, new rods from St. Croix and the love of angling from rivers and streams to reservoirs.

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Join host Chester Moore as he talks with longtime friend and rock and roll hunting legend Ted Nugent about the legacy of "Fred Bear" the song and the man behind it.

Learn how this archery trailblazer inspired Nugent and legions of other hunters and how the song that celebrates him resonates in a powerful way 35 years later.

Also learn about the release of the special 12-inch hunter orange vinyl of "Fred Bear" complete with original version, acoustic rendition and other bonus tracks.

Join Chester Moore as he takes a deep-dive into the speckled trout fishery along the Gulf Coast. Learn about the current regulation changes and hear the research conducted to show how trophy fish have declined in most areas. Get a deeper look at the trout fishery here.

Join host Chester Moore as he talks in-depth about a special project that identifies and explores the most isolated locations in the United States. This exhaustive program called "Project Remote" is super detailed, exhaustive and inspiring. In the age of "social-distancing" you don't want to miss this show!

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Will we ever see another state or world record southern flounder?

Join flounder fishing expert and author of Flounder Fever Chester Moore on an interesting look at the upper end of flounder populations.

If you fish on the Gulf or southern Atlantic coasts, this is a can't miss episode.

Chester Moore interviews Lou Marullo, master bowhunting education instructor and author of String Theory For Bowhunters, about a crazy encounter with a bloody, bearded man he encounter in a remote set of woods an hour before daylight and tells more tales of harrowing human dangers in the woods.

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Join award-winning wildlife journalist Chester Moore as he talks with Jack Evans of Bear Trust International about bear conservation information and issues impacting bears around the globe.

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How does COVID-19's impact on society relate to a problem wild sheep have been facing for 150 years? Find out and learn why award-winning wildlife journalist and conservationist Chester Moore wanted to seek out the higher calling.

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Join host Chester Moore as he engages in a revealing conversation with Aaron Adams, Director of Science & Conservation with the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust. Learn how this freeze could impact tarpon and snook in Texas and how freezes like this one can damage habitat that benefits everything from tarpon to speckled trout.

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This PSA ran on "Moore Outdoors" on Newstalk AM 560 KLVi in 2020.

Chester Moore continues his conversation with Tim Fallon of the FTW Ranch about his cutting-edge Asian wildlife breeding program and the role of hunter-conservationists in helping wildlife globally.

Join host Chester Moore as he and Joe Betar of the Houston Safari Club Foundation get deep into the impacts of COVID-19 on wildlife around the world as access is cut-off to hunting, fishing and ecotourism. With no hunting or ecotourism poaching will go through the roof in many nations.  Also get up to date on wildlife legislative issues at the federal level.

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Join host Chester Moore as he interviews Becky Humphries, Chief Executive Officer of the (National Wild Turkey Federation) in a deep discussion on COVID-19 and it's impact on turkey hunting and NWTF. Learn how you can help the cause and why Chester's favorite quote on turkeys is true. "As turkeys go, so do America's forests."

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Join Chester Moore as he speaks with Sydney Broadaway, membership manager of The Wild Sheep Foundation about why joining this organization makes a difference and about the very special Less Than One Club. If you're a wild sheep fan, this is a must listen.

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Host Chester Moore talks with Sara Bridge and Kendra Young from the National Bighorn Sheep Center from the floor of the Sheep S/how in Reno, NV.

Recording live from the floor of the Wild Sheep Foundation's "Sheep Show", host Chester Moore interviews Froylan Hernandez, Desert Bighorn Program Leader for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.

Here the latest on desert bighorns in Texas, plus a little on the aoudad issue.

Chester Moore talks with Dr. Jack Mayer about a fatal hog attack that occurred in Anahuac, TX in part 2 of a five-part series.

Host Chester Moore and author and hog expert Jeff Stewart talk about the grim reality of feral hog attacks and address hogs invading Montana, North Dakota and other states. This is a can't miss show if you're interested in hearing the unfiltered story on hogs.

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Host Chester Moore interviews Dr. Aaron Adams, Conservation & Science Director for the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust on the misunderstood and mysterious permit. These flats fish thrill (and frustrate) anglers throughout Florida and the Caribbean and are facing a number of conservation challenges. Want to learn more about permit? This is the show for you.

Join Chester Moore as he talks with Brett Prettyman, Communication Director for Trout Unlimited's Science, Western Water & Habitat and Headwaters programs. Learn about the four native trout species in Utah, the thrill of pursuing them as part of Utah Cutthroat Slam and conservation issues impacting these beautiful fish and their habitats. Need "social distancing"? Try pursuing these trout in some of the nation's most remote and beautiful habitat.

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Join Chester Moore and John Millican, president of the Huachuca Gould’s Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation and retired Arizona Game and Fish Department Wildlife Manager as they discuss the mysterious and beautiful Gould's turkey of Arizona, New Mexico and the nation of Mexico. The Turkey Revolution series of Higher Calling podcasts continues.

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The massacre of three fishermen on a remote road in Florida shocked the nation. Polk County, Fla. Sheriff Grady Judd talks about cracking the case and the necessity of self defense for outdoors lovers.

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In an engaging, in-depth interview with top-selling fishing book author and CCA President Pat Murray, Chester Moore digs deep into the secrets of surf fishing for speckled trout. 

Horses are being stabbed, shot and meat harvested mysteriously in Texas, Florida and Louisiana? What is going on and is there a pattern to what's happening in these three states?

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Join host Chester Moore as he interviews Plush vocalist The Voice contestant Moriah Formica as she talks about her passionate love of fishing. Fresh off of a mega tour with Trans-Siberian Orchestra she talks about how fishing for her is a path to peace.

Join Chester Moore as he talks with Chris Johnson of Living Waters Fly Fishing in Round Rock, TX as they discuss the mystery of Texas native trout, the Rio Grande cutthroat, Guadalupe bass, the Texas Guadalupe River trout fishery and the Western Native Trout Initiative.

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A great white shark tagged by Capt. Chip Michalove of Outcast Sport Fishing Charters for the Atlantic White Shark Conservatory just showed up 200 yards off the beach at South Padre Island, TX.

We interview Kevin Hurley of The Wild Sheep Foundation about the impact of the organization's grant-in-aid program and the restoration of desert bighorn sheep into the Franklin Mountains after 100 plus year absence.

In our Stop Poaching In Its Tracks segment we talk about Operation Game Thief and our Wildlife Sounds segment brought to you by Track of the Grizzly Guide Service gives you a chance to win cool decals.

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Did you know there was a 20 plus pound speckled trout hybrid caught in Texas?

That's four pounds bigger than the Texas state record speck and three pounds larger than the world record.

In this intriguing program, host Chester Moore reveals the details behind this catch and a long-forgotten speckled trout hybrid stocking program in his home state of Texas.

Higher Calling Wildlife is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.

Chester Moore discusses a fly color combo he always has in his fly box. He's caught everything from exotic jaguar cichlids in Florida to giant bream and bass in Texas on this combo.

Sci-Fly Fishing is an extension of Higher Calling Wildlife. An exclusive segment airs in every episode of the Higher Calling Wildlife podcast and we post another segment here the channel the following week.

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Host Chester Moore discusses the ultimate in the quest to catch trophy trout-catching record fish from state records to the world record. Hear little known info from each state along the Gulf Coast. Is there a pattern in trophy trout production? Which area could likely produce a record fish? Oh, and what about that 11-pound sand trout? Yep, for real. You don't want to miss this conclusion of our three-part series.

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Join host Chester Moore in the second in a three-part series on trophy speckled trout. In this episode learn about the life cycle of trout, growth rates, migrational studies and strange harbingers of the presence of trophy trout in an area with guest Shane Bonnot. Shane is the Coastal Advocacy Director for the Coastal Conservation Association and work for years with speckled trout in the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's premier hatchery Sea Center Texas in Lake Jackson. You don't want to miss this unique view into the life of trout.

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Host Chester Moore has created and narrated a public service announcement raising awareness to major disease issues facing wild sheep in North America.

Written, narrated and edited by Chester Moore. This will air on Newstalk AM 560 KLVI, Higher Calling Wildlife podcast and be available for any program that wants to use it. E-mail chester@chestermoore.com for more info and to get download link.

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The aoudad is a native of northern Africa that is quite literally taking over areas of the Southwest. With an estimated United States populations of 75,000, the aoudad is a sought after sporting animal and also a concern for native wildlife conservationists.

In this program hear amazing stories of aoudad's survival instincts and even about an aoudad killing a Texas man.

Join host Chester Moore as he interviews wildlife biologist Macey Ledbetter of Spring Creek Outdoors (www.springcreekoutdoors.com) who was fresh off a freeze kill survey of a South Texas ranch. Learn how the nilgai population was impacted, the real story behind the social media photos of truck beds full of dead exotics and how native wildlife faired. Did the freeze impact feral hogs? Will there be a predator boom this year? Learn in this intriguing interview.

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Higher Calling Wildlife founder and "Moore Outdoors" on Newstalk AM 560 KLVI host Chester Moore presents a public service announcement regarding wild turkey conservation.

In part 1 of a five part series on feral hogs, host Chester Moore talks with acclaimed hog expert Dr. Jack Mayer about a monstrous hog caught by dog hunters and asks the question, "How long does it take domestic hogs to go wild?"

Learn why small poppers can catch big bass on small water bodies when other lure types fail. Catch exclusive Sci-Fly Fishing segments on Higher Calling Wildlife in addition to the those posted here.

Join host Chester Moore as he interviews Jason Hardin, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Wild Turkey Program leader about turkeys in Texas. Learn about ongoing Rio Grande research and even restoration, the hard work of restoring Easterns to the Pineywoods and even about the elusive Merriam's turkeys of Texas' Guadalupe Mountains.

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Join host Chester Moore and Dr. David Mckee as they talk about the legendary Laguna Madre. Learn about this mysterious ecosystem and why it produces monster trout. What food factor makes trout on average bigger than the Upper Texas Coast? Find out in this informative show. Also learn about the differences between Upper and Lower Laguna Madre and the biggest threats to this fragile ecosystem. This is part 2 of our 10 part series Speckled Trout Saga.

Join host Chester Moore has he talks the many fishing options at South Padre Island with guides Capt. Brian Barrera and Capt. Luis Flandes. Learn about the areas top-end speckled trout and redfish action as well as it's more exotic options such as tarpon and snook.

Host Chester Moore rises early and gives an overview of the Wild Sheep Foundation's "Sheep Show" from the host city, beautiful Reno, NV.

What's the "Sheep Show" about anyway?

The overall mission it to put and keep wild sheep on the mountain.

Listen for a quick update and to learn more about the kind of inspiring effort done to help wild sheep.

Chester Moore interviews Pete Coppolillo from Working Dogs For Conservation about the group's amazing work using dogs for wildlife conservation efforts.

Host Chester Moore digs into some little known scientific studies that unlock the mysteries of big speckled trout. Did you know a leading university says the BIGGEST trout live in the Gulf? Find out what time of year they specifically note. Also, learn the importance of salinity to big trout, what type of bottom a major university says they prefer and much, much more in this final installment of our Speckled Trout Saga series.

Higher Calling Gulf Coast is sponsored by Texas Fish & Game.

The most dangerous thing in the woods isn’t rattlesnakes, bears or wild boars. It’s people.

Increasingly outdoors lovers are coming into contact with criminal elements and even human predators everywhere from suburban green spaces to our national forests.

We shouldn’t enter these areas afraid but we should be aware of potential threats and how to avoid them.

When parking in remote areas, always park with the vehicle facing the direction you would need to retreat. If 80s slasher moves taught us anything it’s that trying to back up and leave a dangerous scene, can end badly.

Carry a remote transponder that can send a distress signal to rescue units if you get a hurt or need help.

Be cautious of strangers approaching YOU for help. If the situation is unclear, offer to go back and call emergency officials.

And finally, go with your gut. If you feel uneasy about a location, don't go there. There are plenty of other options out there.

The outdoors is a place of peace and tranquility but sometimes the outdoors experience goes dark. Keep these tips in mind and always be aware of your surroundings.

Join host Chester Moore as he speaks with Corey Mason, executive director of the Dallas Safari Club about the coronavirus and how it is impacting hunting and conservation efforts globally.

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Are animal rights activists using the COVID-19 situation to scare hunters and anglers into staying home with false reports of hunting and fishing closures? Learn what three state fish and game departments are reporting plus, learn about the global impact of COVID-19 on wildlife and the hunting and fish industry. 

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In the beginning episode of Higher Calling Gulf Coast's Flat's Slam Series, host Chester Moore interviews South Padre Island guide Capt. Brian Barrera and they discuss how and where to catch tarpon on the South Texas coast.

Host Chester Moore discusses unsolved disappearances of people dating back 30 years in a two-county area of Texas with Jerrie Dean of Missing Persons Of America. These tragedies centered on the edges and in some cases in the interior of the Sam Houston National Forest beg the question: What is going on? Hunters, anglers, hikers and birders tune in. We need to ask ourselves what is really going on in the woods.

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Chester Moore talks about early reports of trout, snook and tarpon kills along the Gulf Coast as well as fishing closures related to the historic freeze event. Will there be a massive kill? We don't know yet but things are starting to look that way. Thanks to Capt. Dean Thomas for the accompanying photo and reports from the Port Aransas area.

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In part 1 of our Jaguar Revival series, Chester interviews his friend Dr. Natalie Schmitt, a genetic conservationist who has helped created a technology that can be crucial for saving jaguars and aiding researchers in pursuit of the most elusive and mysterious cat of the Americas.

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in part two of our discussion with Working Dogs For Conservation, we talk about how canines can be used even to sniff out non-indigenous trout underwater in streams.

Higher Calling Wildlife® provides a public service announcement for Newstalk AM 560 KLVI on the awareness of great white sharks in the Gulf of Mexico.