Author: Steve
Our Friends the Reptiles
“I’m waiting,” taunted Darrell, his threatening mug now two inches from my face. My stomach churned and my heart pounded furiously as adrenaline coursed through…
Back to My Old Stomping Grounds
Thank you to the Altacal Audubon Society for the invitation and warm welcome last week. It was great to be back in Chico, where I…
We’ve Moved My Author Blog to a New Location
In preparation for the release of my new book in March, we’ve moved my author blog to steventcallan.com.
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Poaching in the Parks
The recent killing of Hwange National Park’s beloved icon, Cecil the Lion, has brought to mind a number of outrageous poaching incidents that occurred right…
Those Wonderful Wildlife Caregivers
One of the more disheartening, sometimes discouraging, aspects of a wildlife officer’s job is dealing with injured, orphaned, or imprinted wildlife that cannot be released…
On the Road Again
Kathy and I are on the road again with Badges, Bears, and Eagles. We’re having a ball!
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“Best Outdoor Magazine Column” Award 2015
It was a thrill and a great honor to recently receive the “Best Outdoor Magazine Column” award from the Outdoor Writers Association of California for…
A Jewel in the Desert
In late April, before summer set in, Kathy and I decided to spend a few days in the land of blistering sands and sharp thorns….
Marijuana Wars and the California DFW
Just after daylight in September 2014, four California Department of Fish and Wildlife officers and four Nevada County Sheriff’s deputies quietly locked their vehicles and…
2015 Book Tour Off to a Great Start
The 2015 book tour is in full swing and off to a great start! Kathy and I have enjoyed making many new friends, and we…