EHD, Forest Management & the Art of Tracking | The Sportsmen's Voice – Episode 7

The Sportsmen's Voice – Episode 7In Episode 7 of The Sportsmen's Voice, host Ken Sikora discusses the threats facing Wisconsin's deer herd and forests before sitting down with master tracker Jason Shehow for a fascinating conversation about the art of tracking.Ken begins by examining Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD), a disease capable of having a devastating impact on deer populations. He explains what EHD is, how it spreads, how it differs from CWD, and what can be done to help protect Wisconsin's deer herd.Ken also discusses the importance of forest management and the problems that can arise when forests become overly mature and overgrown. Properly managed forests provide healthier habitat for wildlife while also helping address the growing threat of wildfires. The conversation looks at why active forest management is important for hunters, landowners, wildlife, and the long-term health of Wisconsin's forests.Then, Ken welcomes Jason Shehow, a master tracker, to the show. Jason explains what he does, how he developed his tracking abilities, and shares some of the incredible stories he's experienced while following animals and reading the landscape. It's a unique look at a skill that requires patience, knowledge, observation, and a deep understanding of the natural world.From protecting Wisconsin's deer herd and managing its forests to learning the secrets hidden in an animal's tracks, this episode explores the many different ways sportsmen connect with and protect the outdoors.Follow The Sportsmen's Voice for more conversations about hunting, fishing, conservation, wildlife management, and the politics that shape the sporting life.Connect with The Sportsmen's VoiceEmail Us Questions:[email protected]🌐 Website:wisconsinoutdooralliance.com📘 Facebook:facebook.com/wisconsinoutdooralliance📸 Instagram:instagram.com/wisconsinoutdooralliance🐦 X (Twitter):x.com/WisOutdoor🎵 TikTok:tiktok.com/@wioutdooralliance▶️ YouTube:youtube.com/@WisconsinOutdoorAlliance