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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 57 MIN

Ice storm, northern shrike and elk in "The Big Wild"

from The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast · host Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division

In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, Eric and guest host Shelby Adams start off the show with a discussion of the impacts to wildlife habitat from the 2025 ice storm. That's followed up with a chat about the northern shrike, before finally talking about Michigan elk and changes to hunting regulations this year. Episode Hosts: Shelby Adams and Eric HilliardProducer/editor: Eric HilliardAll things habitat2025 Ice storm recoveryAll things feathersNorthern shrikeAll things furMichigan.gov/ElkQuestions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email [email protected].

In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, Eric and guest host Shelby Adams start off the show with a discussion of the impacts to wildlife habitat from the 2025 ice storm. That's followed up with a chat about the northern shrike, before finally talking about Michigan elk and changes to hunting regulations this year. Episode Hosts: Shelby Adams and Eric Hilliard Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard All things habitat2025 Ice storm recoveryAll things feathersNorthern shrikeAll things furMichigan...

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