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From the Woods Today - Spotted Lanternfly

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss an invasive pest, spotted lanternfly, and how their potential arrival poses a threat to various industries of Kentucky. We also have a segment on tree of heaven, an invasive plant that is the preferred host of the spotted lanternfly.

From the Woods Today - History of the American Chestnut

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn the history of the American Chestnut, how it used to be all over Kentucky's landscapes, and what you can do to help save it. We also walk you through the process of hunting for and reporting American chestnut trees you find in the wild using the Tree Snap app.

From the Woods Today - Spotted Lanternfly and Spongy Moths

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Jonathan Larson discusses two invasive species that pose distinct hazards to Kentucky woodlands and shares information about a citizen science effort to report sightings of them or their hosts to help monitor for these hungry critters. We also have our monthly Pesky Plant segment, as well as our Tree of the Week.

From The Woods Today - Reforest the Bluegrass

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about the important work done by a community reforestation program called Reforest the Bluegrass. We also discuss the eastern hemlock tree and Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, a pest that threatens the health and survival of the trees. Laurie Thomas also shares information about some upcoming youth programs.

From The Woods Today - Reclaimed Mined Land

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how the Green Forests Work organization is working to re-establish healthy and productive forests on formerly mined lands in Appalachia. We also have our tree of the week segment, as well as a bounty out on some invasive plants!

From The Woods Today - Adopt A Tree

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how adopting a Kentucky tree is a simple way to recognize a favorite tree and the ecosystem benefits it provides to your home, school or community. We also have our Tree of the Week, as well as a our monthly Pesky Plants segment.

From The Woods Today - Safety in the Woods

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we have guests Mike Poynter and Craig Caudill with us to discuss safety and survival in the woods. They also share some tips on how to be prepared for any unexpected event.

From The Woods Today - Christmas Traditions

This episode of From the Woods Today is a holiday special! Join us as we talk about the tradition of Christmas trees. We have a festive tree of the week, as well as segments on mistletoe and the annual Christmas Bird Count event.

From The Woods Today - 5 W's of Woodland Management

In this episode of From the Woods Today, co-host Billy Thomas shares the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of woodland management in Kentucky. We also have a segment on Project Feeder Watch - an interactive survey of birds that visit your backyard, as well as an exciting segment of What's Bugging My Tree featuring fungi.

From The Woods Today - Pesky Plants

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Crocker shares information about another invasive species and how through some citizen science efforts we were able to slow the spread. We also have a segment on wildfire season in Kentucky, as well as a segment on deer collisions.

From The Woods Today - What's Wrong With My Oak?

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Ellen Crocker goes over some common oak problems you might be seeing in your woodlands. We have an important update about an unexplained bird illness that has been popping up in parts of the state, as well as our fan favorite Tree of the Week segment.

From The Woods Today - Watersheds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Water Quality Specialist Amanda Gumbert shares how citizens and landowners can serve as leaders and create a lasting impact on Kentucky’s watersheds. We have our popular tree of the week segment, as well as another video from our What's Bugging My Tree series.

From The Woods Today - Elk Research: Capture

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we share some information and footage from an ongoing elk reproduction and survival project. We also have our tree of the week segment, as well as a forest health citizen science opportunity viewers can participate in.

From The Woods Today - Food Plots Part 3

In this episode of From the Woods Today Dr. Springer presents the final part of his food plot series. We have our tree of the week segment as well as some information about our acorn collection program and how you can get involved.

From The Woods Today - Growing Trees from Seeds

In this episode of From the Woods Today we talk about how to grow tree seedlings and where to find seeds. We have our regular tree of the week segment as well as a demonstration on how to measure trees and some information about the Tree Snap app.

From The Woods Today - White Oak

In this episode we discuss the importance of White Oak in Kentucky and introduce the White Oak Initiative. Dr. Ellen Crocker also shares some Citizen Science opportunities to participate in.

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