Artemis

Artemis

Meet the adventurous, accomplished women who are redefining conservation through their lives in the field and on the water. Filled with humor, audacity, empathy, and intelligence, Artemis brings you new voices from our public lands. Whether you're snagging flies or tracking big bucks, Artemis introduces you to women from all walks of the sporting community. We discuss hunting, fishing, public lands, and conservation. Join us to be a part of the movement.

Episodes

October 16, 2025 27 mins
In this episode of the Artemis Podcast, we sit down with Artemis co-founder Maggie Heumann, Director of Engagement Partnerships at Trout Unlimited, to explore how America’s Roadless Rule protects critical fish habitat. Maggie breaks down what roadless areas are, how roads affect trout and salmon populations, and why these wild, undeveloped landscapes are vital for the future of our fisheries. From the headwaters of Idaho to the sal...
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In this episode of the Artemis Sportswomen Podcast, host Annita Lucchesi sits down with Tanner Saul, Public Lands and Sporting Digital Coordinator and wildlife biologist for the National Wildlife Federation, and Gloria Tom, Senior Policy Advisor with the National Wildlife Federation and a member of the Navajo Nation, for a deep and heartfelt conversation about the Roadless Rule—what it is, why it matters, and what’s at stake if it’...
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In this episode of the Artemis Podcast Artemis Coordinator Paige McMahon sits down with ambassadors Alexis Cummings (Florida) and La’Tonya Blanding (South Carolina) for a lively conversation about all things fishing. From catching bonnethead sharks on Barbie poles to competing in major bass tournaments, these women share how they fell in love with fishing, the species that have their hearts, and the unforgettable stories—both trium...
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Meet Arianna Iappini – Artemis Ambassador, apprentice falconer, and edible ecosystem designer In this episode, Arianna takes us on a journey into the heart of habitat restoration and ecological gardening. With her unique lens as a falconer and ecosystem educator, she shares practical, regenerative practices that help us garden in harmony with nature—and reveals why these choices matter far beyond our backyards. Learn more about ...
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Join Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi for a powerful conversation with Artemis Ambassador Kate Ahnstrom and the National Wildlife Federation’s Aviva Glasser. Together, they unpack the Farm Bill—what it is, why it matters, and how it directly impacts hunters, anglers, and the broader outdoor community. From Kate’s journey as a “late-onset adult hunter” to Aviva’s work shaping conservation policy, this episode explores the in...
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Explore the lives of cowgirl sportswomen! Join Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi as she chats with Artemis ambassadors Stevie DeSomber, Bianca Thomas, and Emma Brown about their unique journeys in the ranching world and as sportswomen. Learn how these incredible women connect their passion for the outdoors with their commitment to food security, holistic wellness, and wildlife conservation. From regenerative bison ranching a...
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In this special Pride Month episode of the Artemis Podcast, Program Manager Annita Lucchesi is joined by Artemis co-founder Jess Johnson and ambassadors Jayne Henson and Gabriele Rolland for a powerful conversation about identity, belonging, and leadership in the sporting and conservation world. Jayne and Gabriele share their experiences as queer individuals navigating the outdoor and hunting spaces—offering honest reflections on ...
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What’s really standing in the way of good science—and what does it mean for hunters? Join hosts Annita Lucchesi and Paige McMahon as they sit down with bat biologist and Artemis ambassador alum Dr. Dana Green for a candid conversation about the unseen pressures facing conservation researchers today. From fieldwork to policy battles, this episode serves as a powerful call to action for sportswomen to advocate for the protection of p...
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This episode of Artemis, Program Manager Annita Lucchesi sits down with Mary Lynn, Artemis Lease Manager in Crab Orchard, Tennessee, and Kelly Ott, a passionate hunter and mentor, to talk about the power of place—and what it means to have access to land and a community that uplifts women in the outdoors. Mary and Kelly share the story behind Artemis’ 1,700-acre lease in Tennessee, how it’s creating opportunities for women to learn ...
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Join Artemis’ Mary Lynn, lease manager and passionate outdoorswoman, for a behind-the-scenes tour of Artemis Sportswomen’s Tennessee hunting lease. Nestled in the Cumberland Mountains, this 1700-acre property is a hub for learning, connection, and hands-on conservation. From a sustainable, hand-built camp to a gear closet stocked for every outdoor pursuit—deer hunting, turkey calling, fly fishing, and more—this episode showcases ho...
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Join Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi and Artemis Coordinator Paige McMahon as they explore a pioneering conservation initiative: an all-women's hunting lease in Tennessee, managed by Artemis. Guests Ashley Chance and Mary Lynn share the story behind the lease, discussing the difficulties women face accessing hunting land, especially in the Southeast. They highlight how this project provides a safe community, builds confiden...
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The Artemis Podcast is back! We’re so excited to share stories with you and explore the millions of ways to be a sportswoman. Join Artemis Coordinator Paige McMahon and Artemis Ambassador Megan Plete as they speak with our new program manager, Annita Lucchesi! Artemis, the sportswomen’s initiative at the National Wildlife Federation, recently welcomed Annita Lucchesi as its new program manager. Lucchesi has over a decade of experie...
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You better be hungry for this episode! Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi shows Artemis Coordinator Paige McMahon and YOU how to make contemporary recipes with Indigenous ingredients such as steelhead, elk, huckleberries, and wild rice.  RECIPE  While these recipes are not traditional to any tribe, they do utilize traditional Indigenous foods. The goal in sharing these recipes is to remind folks that Indigenous foods are more ...
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March 3, 2025 36 mins
Join Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi and Artemis Coordinator Paige McMahon as they speak with Vanessa Castle, a Lower Elwha Klallam angler, mother, fisheries advocate, and conservationist. Vanessa shared with us her nation’s experience undamming and healing their ancestral river in Washington, the cultural and social impacts of tribal fisheries, how tribal communities throughout the Pacific Northwest have resisted colonial ...
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February 26, 2025 34 mins
Join Artemis Program Manager Annita Lucchesi as she speaks with Deleana Otherbull, a Northern Cheyenne and Crow climate justice leader, angler, and hunter living on a floating home on the Columbia River. In this episode, Deleana discusses what wellness practices look like for women in conservation, how conservation work can be healing, and why the conservation world benefits from Indigenous women’s leadership.  As sportswomen, we ...
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What does it mean to be a conservation advocate? It's different for every person. This week, Artemis ambassador Anne Jolliff talks about what she's learned over the past year about how to best advocate for wild spaces. She shares her "why" and her "how," and more on how it's going. 00:20 Artemis 101 and advocacy 1:00 "Go Confident as an Advocate" program 3:00 Ladies and gentlemen... we are hearing from a mother of 5-year-old triple...
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Sarah Tingey is one of the brains behind a small packrafting company called Alpacka Raft. It started as a basement type of operation, fueled by adventures in the Far North, including time spent in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Sarah tells us about her experiences on that incomparable landscape, plus what it's like to travel there with a small child (on a 10-day packrafting trip, of course). Taking kids into the backcountry i...
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Traditional bowhunter Beka Garris joins Artemis this week to talk about what it's like bowhunting with a baby. Yes... literally WITH a small child. Beka tells us about harvesting two deer (and a squirrel) alongside her daughter. She also talks about traditional bowhunting, the skills involved, and how your experience in the outdoors changes when you have a little one in tow.  2:00 Tiny human podcast crashers... #momlife 3:00 The sw...
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This week on the program, a reunion! Mandela van Eeden is leaving Artemis for an epic road trip throughout Africa, where she plans to put her storytelling skills to work on behalf of endangered elephants and rhinoceros. Marcia drops in to talk about what she's been up to ever since leaving Artemis a year ago. We discuss conservation work, burnout, and the powerful feelings of success in what can feel like an up-and-down career.  5:...
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September 21, 2023 87 mins
This week we're revisiting one of our favorite episodes on a timely subject matter: Rifles - they seem so simple, right? You put the bullet in. You pull the trigger. You (hopefully) kill the animal. But there's a lot of nuance in how a rifle performs, and it can often feel overwhelming to new hunters. This week we're talking to two experts from the firearms industry: Rachel Schmidt, formerly of Kimber Manufacturing, and Neal Emery ...
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