Episode Archive: Land Owner

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Episode 140 - From the Woods Today - Tax Tips for Woodland Owners
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss a few tips that you should know when planning for tax filing. We also have some important information about the upcoming spring wildfire hazard season.
Episode 135 - From the Woods Today - What is a Private Lands Biologist?
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we go over the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Private Lands Program and the technical guidance they provide landowners. Learn how to get in touch with your biologist, what to expect during and after the visit, and possible funding sources to help you along the way. We also have our Tree of the Week segment.
Episode 129 - From the Woods Today - Environmental Quality Incentives Program
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the work they do with private forest landowners to provide technical and financial resources to improve their woodlands. We also have friend of the show, Anna Wiker, on to share some fun DIYs to make your outdoor space into a winter wildlife haven.
Episode 127 - From the Woods Today - Common Wildlife Issues in Kentucky
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss some common wildlife issues that you might be seeing on your property and some resources to help. We also have the return of our beloved Tree of the Week segment, as well as a video showcasing this year's Outstanding Forest Steward Award recipient.
Episode 110 - From the Woods Today - Golden Eagles
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss golden eagles in Kentucky and conservation initiatives, habitat use, migrations, and the importance of places like Bernheim Forest for wildlife. We also have our Tree of the Week segment, as well as some information about an upcoming program for Kentucky woodland owners.
Episode 104 - From the Woods Today - Common Kentucky Mushrooms
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Megan Buland shares some common mushrooms you might find in your woodlands and how to identify them. We also have current KWOA President, Doug McLaren, with us to discuss what the organization does and how you can get involved!
Episode 99 - From The Woods Today - Prescribed Fire
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss prescribed fire and why it's used. We also take you through what a forest management plan looks like and why landowners should have one. Lastly, we celebrate Woods & Wildlife for Your Wallet, a forestry event that has grown into one of the largest forestry and wildlife educational events in Kentucky.
Episode 87 - From The Woods Today - Mass Timber Overview
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Chad Niman gives an overview of mass timber building. He also discusses ongoing research efforts to integrate the use of underutilized hardwoods into the building codes for these mass timber components and the benefits for sustainable forest management. We also have our beloved tree of the week segment, as well as a discussion about storm damage and some resources to help you take action.
Episode 65 - From The Woods Today - Options for Woodlands Owners
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about some woodland management options available to Kentucky’s woodland owners. We also have our Tree of the Week segment and our monthly mushroom highlight.
Episode 63 - From The Woods Today - Great Native Alternatives
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss some attractive native plants to use in your landscapes and why they better support ecological systems than non-native plants. We have our monthly Pesky Plant segment, as well as a tree of the week video. We also go over our July upcoming programs.
Episode 49 - From The Woods Today - Pesticide Safety
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Ric Bessin teaches us how to be safe while using pesticides in woodlands. We have our tree of the week segment, as well as a video demonstration on herbicide application methods.
Episode 47 - From The Woods Today - Forestry 101 Part 7
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Muller shares the final part in his Forestry 101 series. We have our much loved tree of the week segment, as well as an important segment on ice damage to your trees or woodlands and some resources to help.
Episode 38 - From The Woods Today - Forestry 101 Part 6
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we have the 6th part of Dr. Muller's Forestry 101 series. We have a segment on ways to recycle your old Christmas tree to benefit wildlife as well as our tree of the week segment.
Episode 30 - From The Woods Today - Forestry 101 Part 5
This week's From the Woods Today episode is a Halloween special. We have part 5 of Dr. Muller's Forestry 101 series, a creepy things from the forest segment, and a spooky themed wildlife sounds game. We also have our tree of the week segment.
Episode 27 - From The Woods Today - Virtual WOSC
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we share our new virtual woodland owners short course program that is available now. We have our reoccurring tree of the week segment and a brief discussion about the GMO American Chestnut open comment period.