Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!
Call of the Outdoors
Claim This Podcastby Pennsylvania Game Commission
4.7(135 reviews)
76 episodes
Updated Bi-weekly
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Imagine sitting around a campfire listening to a group of friends share their passions, stories and connections to the great outdoors. At the Pennsylvania Game Commission, our passion is WILD, and “Call of the Outdoors,” the agency’s podcast, is all about wildlife, hunting, habitat and conservation efforts in the Keystone State. Each episode includes a unique look into a Pennsylvania wildlife-related subject, a few laughs, and is sure to leave listeners with a renewed sense of knowledge and pride in the work being done on behalf of wildlife. Join the campfire and explore lots of ways to promote and enhance Pennsylvania’s wildlife resources for current and future generations!
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Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
Ep. 71 | Celebrating the Hunt All Year Long: 2026-27 Seasons & License Sales
Host Matt Morrett interviews Executive Director Steve Smith about exciting 2026-27 hunting season updates, including guaranteed antlerless licenses and expanded opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
May 13, 2026
Ep. 70 | Luck of the Draw: Elk Application & Hunting Updates
Applying for the hunt of a lifetime just got easier. Elk Biologist Jeremy Banfield joins host Matt Morrett to provide an update on the Pennsylvania elk herd, explain all the changes to elk hunting for 2026-27, and share tips for getting a glimpse at bugling bulls in elk country. Episode Highlights: Overview of the current status of PA’s elk population How the simplified elk application process will work Details on updated elk hunt zones and seasons Tips for safe elk viewing Resources: Review changes to the elk application and seasons for 2026-27. Learn how to be ELK SMART. Apply to hunt PA elk at huntfish.pa.gov.
May 6, 2026
Ep. 69 | Spring Gobbler’s Golden Era: A Conservation Comeback
Are we living in the golden era of the wild turkey? The godfather of turkey hunting thinks so. Pennsylvania native and former NWTF CEO Rob Keck joins host Matt Morrett to discuss his role in the turkey hunting boom, from talking conservation with U.S. presidents to expanding opportunity to millions of new hunters. Episode Highlights Rob’s PA roots and early days hunting Penn’s Woods History of turkey call technology and innovation Conservation successes under his leadership at NWTF His role in expanding the turkey range in the Keystone State How he became the first to complete the Canadian Super Slam Tips for a successful spring gobbler season Resources Learn more about turkey hunting. Find places to hunt turkeys.
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