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The Ranger Gareth Podcast

by Gareth Villanueva

Alberta's favorite nature podcast. We cover topics from regional environmental news, to fishing and camping, to survival basics. Part explainer series, part interviews with guests.

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Episodes

  1. Back to School Special!

    I'm back! Did you miss me? In today's episode we discuss data centers, infill housing, record-setting rainfall, and what the heck happened to our summer?

  2. More April 2026 Nature Updates!

    Bison for dinnner? Year round ski resorts? More gondolas than you can shake a stick at? Too much is happening!

  3. April 2026 Nature Updates!

    German wolf attacks? Billionaire lawsuits? People eating pangolins? All this and more on your monthly nature news update!

  4. Ogopogo: Legend of the Lake

    What do the Ogopogo, the Loch Ness Monster, and Mugwump all have in common? They're all fake! Or are they? Join me as I explore Canada's various lake monsters and dive into the history of the infamous Ogopogo!

  5. March 2026 Nature Updates!

    What's happening in the world? Canada? Alberta? Your backyard? I dive deep into the topics that affect my incredibly niche micro-audience (love you guys). Subscribe to my mailing list on www.rangergareth.com to never miss another episode!

  6. Valley of the Headless Men

    When 2 brothers go missing, a search party finds their beheaded bodies at camp. What could be lurking in northern Canada? Sign up for my mailing list at www.rangergareth.com

  7. February 2026 Updates

    Alright, alright, enough already. If I hear ONE MORE PERSON tell me I should start a podcast, I'll...finally get around to recording another episode. This month we have updates on bear attacks in Hokkaido, roadblocks in Kananaskis, and invasive fish in Edmonton! Please like and subscribe if you...

  8. A Playground for Birds - My conversation with Melissa Penney!

    I had the privilege of interviewing Melissa Penney, author of "A Playground for Birds: How to turn your backyard into an urban bird oasis". We discuss how she got into backyard birding, what it takes to make your yard appealing to birds, and easy steps anyone in Alberta can take to make a the...

  9. The States of Canada's Forest: Redux: Revengeance

    The government told us about the state of Canada's forests. Then the NGOs told us about their view on the state of Canada's forests. Now I'm telling you about the state of Canada's forests. Hopefully this message gets through.

  10. Hail Scars, Wildfires, and the Return of the Ranger

    I'm back! After an absurdly long hiatus, I have returned with good news, fun videos, harrowing tales, and receding gums!

  11. October 2024 Updates

    Cloned sheep? Grizzly hunts? GOLDFISH INVASIONS? The hits just keep coming! Episodes are also available on YouTube! Intro and Outro music provided by Bryan J Nelson music: https://soundcloud.com/bryan-nelson-4 You can support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Rangergareth Don't forget to...

  12. Halloween Bigfoot Special!

    The boys decide to embrace Spooky Season and dive into the craziest Bigfoot attacks, mysterious disappearances, and abandoned towns (in between several segues, ramblings, misdirections, and conspiracies). You can support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Rangergareth Don't forget to...

  13. September 2024 Updates

    For our latest update, Abuma and I discuss the American takeover of Canadian parks, salmon treaties, and other fresh environmental news topics! Please consider supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Rangergareth Check me out at www.rangergareth.com

  14. ABC Radio Bigfoot Breakdown

    I'm joined by Bigfoot aficionado Chase Callahan to provide an introduction to cryptozoology and the study of unconfirmed creatures. We discuss the many varieties of apemen around the globe, and set up future episodes in this exclusive mini-series! Please consider supporting me on Patreon:...

  15. August 2024 Updates

    Poop powered cities? Melting glaciers? Road kill stats? We've got it all on the August Updates episode! Please consider supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Rangergareth You can also find my podcast and sign up for my mailing list at www.rangergareth.com Music provided by Bryan J...

  16. What's the Buzz?

    Despite blatantly stealing the title from a song in Jesus Christ Superstar (please don't sue me), I still had an excellent conversation with the founder of YEG Honeycomb. I went from being a mental larva to full-fledged genius GIGA-drone after picking her brain on topics such as best practices in...

  17. What Shall We Do With A Drunken Sailor?

    So my friend decided "hey, let's go to the driest province in Canada and take up sailing". And he actually did it. The absolute madman. Episode is also available at: https://www.rangergareth.com/ Please support me on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/Rangergareth Outdoor/environmental book...

  18. This Podcast ROCKS!

    The painfully obvious pun leads into a conversation with my friend (and rock climbing enthusiast) Rob. We discuss types of rocks, types of rock climbing, and where to find the rocks to climb! Please consider supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Rangergareth You can also find my…

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  19. January Upd00ts

    Hello, Garthamaniacs. Starting 2024 off with some more wild nature news. And I FINALLY had a co-host for an episode! Yayyyy! You can also sign up for my mailing list at www.rangergareth.com Special thanks to Bryan J. Nelson for the intro and outro music. Follow him on Soundcloud:...

  20. Pls Stop Killing Trees, Thanks: ERVCC - Ranger Gareth Podcast

    The Edmonton River Valley Conservation Coalition (quite the mouthful) wants to save our river valley, duh. *sorry for the audio, it was my first time recording OUTSIDE* >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Please consider supporting me on Patreon:...

  21. WildNorth: Saving Animals as a Full-time Job - Ranger Gareth Podcast

    This ABSOLUTE CHAD saves ANIMALS and there's NOTHING you can do to STOP HIM! Today, I have a conversation with Dale Gienow, Executive Director of WildNorth, the largest wildlife rehabilitation center in Alberta. Please consider donating to their efforts at https://wildnorth.ca/support/donate/

  22. Coyotepocalypse Now: Ranger Gareth Podcast

    The coyotes know too much. They've overrun our outposts. God save our souls. }]}]}]}]}]}]}]}]}]}]}] A conversation with Dr. Colleen Cassady St Clair about urban wildlife, wild wildlife, and semi-urban wildlife!

About this show

Alberta's favorite nature podcast. We cover topics from regional environmental news, to fishing and camping, to survival basics. Part explainer series, part interviews with guests.

Hosted by

Gareth Villanueva

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Ranger Gareth Podcast have?

The Ranger Gareth Podcast has 22 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 25, 2026.

What is The Ranger Gareth Podcast about?

Alberta's favorite nature podcast. We cover topics from regional environmental news, to fishing and camping, to survival basics. Part explainer series, part interviews with guests.

How often does The Ranger Gareth Podcast release new episodes?

The Ranger Gareth Podcast publishes about every 54 days, based on its 22 episodes since August 2023.

Who hosts The Ranger Gareth Podcast?

The Ranger Gareth Podcast is created and hosted by Gareth Villanueva.
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