Parhaat Naturalist Podcastit (2024)

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The Omnivorous American Black Bear 42:42

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Send us a text In Episode #50 of Season #4, I will discuss the American Black Bear, Ursus americanus. Your host is Tommy Fowler. I have a biology degree from the University of Kentucky and a high passion for the outdoors. I am "The Amateur Naturalist". We will talk about: In tonight's episode we will talk about the American Black Bear. I will discu…

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Keystone Plants with Doug Tallamy 58:18

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What do oak trees, goldenrod, willows, and ceanothus all have in common? They all belong to the group of roughly 14% of plants supporting 90% of caterpillar species. In other words, they’re all keystone plants. Join me and Doug Tallamy as we discuss the vital role these plants play in their native ecosystems and how we can bring them home to welcom…

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Episode 225: Getting Squirrely - A Hmong Perspective 38:22

14d ago38:22

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Kao Thao, Outreach Naturalist from Fort Snelling State, wanders with us to discuss the history of squirrel hunting in Hmong Culture and why this makes squirrel hunting just as important as deer hunting for them. He shares how squirrel hunting gets the entire family outside, challenges to hunting and some possible answers from technology, and what h…

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Eco-Friendly Holidays: Food, Decorations, and Gifts 24:58

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, hosts Debbie and Laurie explore ways to celebrate the holiday season while making environmentally-friendly choices. From sustainable food options to eco-conscious decorations and thoughtful gift-giving, thi…

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Saving Species: Insights into the Endangered Species Process with Sara Schweitzer 28:01

11d ago28:01

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie welcome Sara Schweitzer from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission to discuss the intricate process of identifying and protecting endangered species. Sara shares insights into how federal a…

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Episode 224: Getting Squirrely - City Squirrels 27:27

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Why do squirrels do so well in our cities and suburbs? Doctorate student Charlotte Devitz from the University of Minnesota joins us to talk about her research trying to answer this question. From chipmunks realizing her live traps are nice safe shelters to finding squirrels taking food from one house's trash and caching it in another house's mailbo…

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Episode 223: Getting Squirrely - What is a Squirrel? 31:33

14d ago31:33

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Wander with us as we head into the treetops and explore the unique world of tree squirrels! Why are they so good at getting into your bird feeders? Do they really need to keep chewing on things or die? What happens if they fall from a plane? Come with us as we explore the unique adaptations all squirrels have, and some of the specific skills Minnes…

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Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees: Which is Better for the Planet? 11:06

18d ago11:06

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this festive episode of The Backyard Naturalists podcast, hosts Laurie and Debbie explore the lively debate between real and artificial Christmas trees. With environmental impact, sustainability, and holiday traditions on the table, they discuss th…

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Amazing Animal Adaptations with Stan Tekiela 26:27

25d ago26:27

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie are joined by renowned nature photographer, author, and wildlife expert Stan Tekiela to explore the incredible world of animal adaptations. From polar bears' heat-absorbing fur and bats’ e…

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Burrowing Owls with Phil Unitt 1:01:28

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What do fake rattlesnakes, California ground squirrels, odd eye bones, bubonic plague, bizarre choices in home decor, and regurgitated mouse bones have to do with burrowing owls? Join me and Phil Unitt as we venture into an urban canyon in San Diego to find out. Helpful links: Phil Unitt’s page Rattlesnake owl noise Urban Burrowing Owls piece by Cl…

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#54: Exploring Intelligent Software with Dick Stottler 46:35

28d ago46:35

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Dick co-founded Stottler Henke in 1988 as a software company dedicated to providing practical solutions to difficult problems by skillfully drawing upon a large repertoire of artificial intelligence technologies. Under Dick’s leadership, Stottler Henke has grown steadily and profitably into a 60-person research and software development company with…

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Turning Your Backyard into a Food Forest with Dr. Jason Crean 23:50

1M ago23:50

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists podcast, we dive into the world of food forests with Dr. Jason Crean, a biologist and animal nutrition expert. After moving to Florida, Dr. Crean transformed his suburban yard into a thriving “food oasis” to…

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#53: Conversations with NDM Award Winners 59:28

1M ago59:28

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Learn more about the guests: ⁠Mohammadreza ⁠Jordan Nishtha ⁠Kari Where to find the hosts: Brian Moon ⁠⁠Brian’s website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Brian’s LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Brian’s Twitter⁠⁠ Laura Militello ⁠⁠Laura’s website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Laura’s LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Laura’s Twitter⁠⁠

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Life on the Last Frontier - Laurie's Alaskan Homestead Childhood 38:54

1M ago38:54

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this captivating follow-up episode, Laurie takes listeners back to her childhood years growing up on a remote homestead in Alaska. From age 6 to 18, she experienced life off the grid, where survival skills, hard work, and a deep respect for nature …

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Episode 222: Veterans in Nature - A Personal Story 23:02

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Daniel and Amanda Crawford share their personal story of how the trauma from Daniel's service in the Marine Corp impacted their family, and how 23rd Veteran helped him in living a happier, healthier life. Daniel shares the struggles he went through and what his path to his current life took. Amanda shares what she learned as she supported Daniel th…

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Episode 221: Veterans in Nature - 23rd Veteran 38:03

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Joining us from 23rd Veteran is the Executive Director Mike Waldron and the Program Manager Matt Rosky. They share with us how their personal experiences have shaped 23rd Veteran, how the 14 week program works, and why nature helps veterans living with trauma live happier, healthier lives.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 220: Veterans in Nature - Why Nature Helps Continued 23:41

1M ago23:41

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We are back to finish our conversation with Brandon Harding as he talks about the successes, he saw in using nature to cope with trauma. Find out why shared suffering played an important role, and why Brandon prefers the term Combat Stress Injury to PTSD.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 219: Veterans in Nature - Why Nature Helps 23:28

1M ago23:28

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Veterans and active-duty military members can struggle with trauma from their service. Former military chaplain Brandon Harding joins us to discuss what inspired him to start using nature as part of the retreats he led to help veterans and active military members cope with that trauma.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Plant ID Made Easy: Exploring the Best Apps for Nature Lovers 22:32

2M ago22:32

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Laurie and Debbie dig into the world of plant identification apps! They review several popular options, including Picture This, Plant Snap, Leaf Snap, Flora Incognita, Plant Net, iNaturalist, and Garden Ans…

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Sea Level Rise and the California Coast: Imagining a Better Future with Rosanna Xia 1:14:52

2M ago1:14:52

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The sea is rising, and I have a lot of questions. Questions about sand movement, seawalls, nature-based climate solutions, ecosystem engineer plants, sand dunes, climate literature, and how we can harness the power of our collective imaginations to adapt to a changing world together. Join me and environmental reporter Rosanna Xia at Point Dume in M…

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Fun and Festive Fall Flowers 26:48

2M ago26:48

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we dive into the joys of fall gardening! With cooler temperatures and colorful leaves setting the stage, now is the perfect time to plant native perennials that will thrive through the season and beyond. Le…

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Leave the Leaves: A Simple Way to Support Wildlife with David Mizejewski 38:42

2M ago38:42

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we welcome David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation to discuss the "Leave the Leaves" campaign for October. David shares the surprising ecological benefits of keeping fallen leaves on your pro…

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BONUS: Leave the Leaves with David Mizejewski 51:55

2M ago51:55

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It's fall! And all around the country, tidy piles of raked leaves rest on the corners of lawns, ready to be bagged up and thrown away. But throwing away leaves means throwing away free mulch and fertilizer. It also means throwing away habitat and belching methane into the atmosphere. Join me and National Wildlife Federation naturalist David Mizejew…

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How Leaves Change Their Colors 15:58

2M ago15:58

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. As fall has officially arrived in the Carolinas, The Backyard Naturalists take a closer look at one of the season's most magical transformations: the changing colors of leaves. In this episode, we revisit some fun facts from grade school science class…

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Tule Elk with Orlando Rocha and Tom Batter 1:21:57

2M ago1:21:57

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How is the story of tule elk tied to the story of California? What’s the difference between a grazer and a browser? Why do tule elk have such big feet? How much grazing is the right amount of grazing? Why do elk bugles sound like something straight out of a horror movie? Come with me and Orlando Rocha as we strike out in search of tule elk in the G…

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Kicking Off Our FOURTH Season of all Things Connected with Nature ! ! ! 43:13

2M ago43:13

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Welcome to Season 4 of The Backyard Naturalists! In this special premiere, hosts Debbie and Laurie reflect on an incredible journey that’s grown beyond their wildest expectations — now with over 72,000 listeners across 125 countries! From bird-feeding tips and the benefits of planting trees to unique nature trivia and guest experts sharing their pa…

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[Greatest Hits] Central Valley Water and Wetlands with Ellen Wehr 1:09:07

3M ago1:09:07

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Did you know that California's Central Valley once contained a vast inland sea and was home to camels, 400 lb. saber-toothed salmon, and tiny four-tusked mastodons? Or that, just a couple of hundred years ago, it was a network of wetlands, peat bogs, riparian forests, and shallow lakes? So how did this place that was once so defined by an abundance…

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#52: The Power of Asking “What Might Go Wrong?” with Tandi Bagian 51:00

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Tandi Bagian earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Washington in 1979. She was employed by NASA’s Johnson Space Center and served as Lead Instructor for Astronaut Crew Training; Flight Projects Manager for the Space Biomedical Research Institute; and Head of the Crew Interface Analysis Section. This last position involved…

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Episode 218: Intriguing Bats of Minnesota - Endangered Species 27:05

3M ago27:05

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The Northern Long-eared Bat is a Federally Endangered Species. Jill Utrup from USFWS manages the recovery team for the Northern Long-eared Bat. She talks with us about what it takes for a species to be federally listed, how that changes its protections, and the work done to help the species recover.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 217: Intriguing Bats of Minnesota - White-nose Syndrome 21:21

3M ago21:21

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Dr. Christine Salomon from the University of Minnesota joins us to discuss her research on controlling white-nose syndrome. Come spelunking with us as we learn what it is, why it is so dangerous, and possible hope for the future.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 216: Intriguing Bats of Minnesota - Not so scary 30:09

3M ago30:09

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It's spooky season and Melissa Boman with the MN DNR joins us to talk about the creature of the night, bats! From what bats live in Minnesota, to how they survive winters, and the adaptations that should make you say "cool" instead of "eww" we soar through the night listening for bats.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Benefits of Trees 20:50

3M ago20:50

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, we dive into the many reasons why trees are invaluable to our health, environment, and economy. A recent study conducted by the University of Louisville shows that planting trees can significantly reduce he…

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A Very Recognizable Predator - The Hammerhead Shark 44:16

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Send us a text n Episode #49 of Season #4, I will discuss the Hammerhead Shark which is a very unique and interesting shark. Your host is Tommy Fowler. I have a biology degree from the University of Kentucky and a high passion for the outdoors. I am "The Amateur Naturalist". We will talk about: In tonight's episode we will talk about the Hammerhead…

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Celebrating Success: Engaging Non-Nature Lovers in the Great Outdoors 35:11

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this celebratory episode of The Backyard Naturalist podcast, hosts Debbie, Laurie, and Chris share their excitement over winning the Best of the Weeklies podcast award from the readers of the Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly for the second consecutive yea…

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Embracing Fall: Nature Activities and Wildlife Tips for the Season 16:43

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this fall-themed episode of “The Backyard Naturalists,” hosts Debbie and Laurie, based near Charlotte, delve into the wonders of the autumn season. They discuss the changeable weather and share their favorite aspects of fall. The episode is packed …

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Wildlife Crossings with Ben Goldfarb 1:00:25

3M ago1:00:25

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Some animals plod across roads without hesitation. Others dart across quickly, while still more freeze at the sight of an oncoming car. A final group avoids roads altogether. Four distinct approaches, yet roads can have devastating impacts on animals regardless of their type of response. Thankfully, wildlife crossings can help. Join me and award-wi…

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Top 10 California Native Species: BONUS Episode with Griff Griffith and Michael Hawk 1:14:44

3M ago1:14:44

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What are your top ten favorite California native species? Join me, Griff Griffith, and Michael Hawk as we joyously compile our collective top ten list (a veritable menagerie meets botanical garden) and discuss how we can help each species. Don’t forget to follow Nature’s Archive and Jumpstart Nature wherever you’re listening now. Learn more about t…

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From Farm to Skin: The Natural Healing Journey of Barn and Bee Botanicals 25:40

3M ago25:40

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, hosts Debbie and Laurie sit down with Angie Gotta, the passionate owner of Barn and Bee Botanicals. Angie shares her inspiring journey from struggling with health issues to discovering the healing power of …

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Episode 215: Sustaining Oaks - From Acorn to Oak 32:12

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We are joined by Missy Anderson, Propagation Specialist at Three Rivers Park District to talk about how they grow acorns into mighty oak sapling that are planted around the park district. What makes a good acorn? Do mast years have an effect? How do you grow thousands of oaks a year? Wander with us to find out.…

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Episode 214: Sustaining Oaks - Oaks in our Parks 29:12

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Dan Comerford, Forestry Supervisor at Three Rivers Park District, walks us through how oak trees are managed in Three Rivers' parks. From dealing with oak diseases to determining where they are planted, learn what goes into caring for the oaks you can walk by in our parks.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 213: Sustaining Oaks - The Most Powerful Plant 35:27

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Dr. Doug Tallamy, famous author, professor, and more wanders with us to discuss the one plant that can have the biggest impact in your yard, oaks. We discuss why oaks are such a powerful plant for biodiversity and turning your yard into a refuge for wildlife.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Enhance Your Natural Life: Mosquito Deterrents, Bird Care Essentials, and More! 15:23

4M ago15:23

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Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists, the podcast about anything and everything connected with nature. We love to engage with our listeners and have a few fabulous prizes we’d love to share with you. As a part of helping us grow our social media and online presence, we’re giving you an opportunity to score a few of them we talk about in…

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Coastal Wetlands with Empress Holliday 1:01:46

4M ago1:01:46

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Are coastal wetlands the same thing as estuaries? What about salt marshes? How can some plants grow in saltwater? Can I use them to salt my french fries? What’s an endangered river? Why do some birds build floating nests? Why should I visit nature that’s close to home? Join me and Empress Holliday as we explore the Tijuana Estuary to admire plants,…

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Battling Squirrels: Tips and Tricks to Protect Your Bird Feeders 11:21

4M ago11:21

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. One of the questions folks have for the team at Backyard Birds is how to keep those pesky squirrels away from their bird feeders. In this week’s episode, Debbie and Laurie off a few affordable solutions and ideas to keeps our little bushy-tailed frien…

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Benefits of Being in Nature 28:45

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Thanks for listening to The Backyard Naturalists, the podcast about anything and everything connected with nature. We love to engage with our listeners and have a few fabulous prizes we’d love to share with you. As a part of helping us grow our social media and online presence, we’re giving you an opportunity to score a few of them we talk about in…

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State Birds with Nick 25:55

4M ago25:55

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Welcome to a special episode of The Backyard Naturalists podcast! We are thrilled to share that our podcast has been recognized by the readers of The Matthews Mint Hill Weekly as their favorite, earning us the honor of being an award-winning podcast. We are incredibly grateful for the support of our listeners, as we now reach audiences in all 50 st…

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Episode 212: The Hopping Orchestra - Minnesota Locust Plagues 31:34

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A swarm of wings that darkened the sky. Millions of bodies on railroad tracks that kept the trains from moving. Crops, clothes, and anything else organic eating. The Minnesota Grasshopper Plagues of the 1870's devastated the immigrants and settlers in the area. Zack Mohlis from Three Rivers' History Team joins us to discuss the Grasshopper Plagues.…

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Episode 211: The Hopping Orchestra - Grasshopper Songs 31:35

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Dr. Hojun Song, from Texas A&M University's Department of Entomology discusses his research on how grasshopper songs have evolved. From cricket calls that evolved before ears to grasshoppers evolving ears to help them swarm, wander with us as we study the hopping orchestra.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Episode 210: The Hopping Orchestra - Backyard Grasshoppers 33:55

4M ago33:55

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Hop along with us as Marissa Schuh a University of Minnesota Extension Educator joins us to explore the common grasshoppers in the Twin Cities area, and what makes them special.Kirjoittanut Three Rivers Park District

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Mastering Mosquito Control: Eco-Friendly Solutions for Your Backyard 18:31

5M ago18:31

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Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature. In this encore episode of The Backyard Naturalist podcast, Debbie and Lori dive into the world of mosquitoes and share practical tips for controlling these pesky insects. Did you know that mosquitoes are more attracted to people with type O blood, hig…

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