Warden's Watch

Lt. Anthony Rigoli is an Environmental Conservation Officer (ECO) who works for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). In this episode, he takes us through his time as an ECO based in the last place anyone would expect to run into a game warden - New York City! Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Hunt Regs SecureIt Gun Storage XS Sights “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Maine's Operation Game Thief International Wildlife Crimestoppers   Here’s what we discuss: ·        The Great American Outdoor Show ·        Many new officers begin in New York City ·        “It’s a unique experience.” ·        Assigned to Marine Enforcement Unit ·        Specialized training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) ·        Encountering high-end watercraft ·        “Being a cop is dangerous. Being out on the ocean is dangerous.” ·        Many people are unaware there are game wardens in NYC ·        Checki