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From the Woods Today - 12 Days of Christmas Birds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. DJ McNeil uncovers the hidden bird-related meaning behind one of the most beloved Christmas songs. Plus, we take a moment to celebrate World Soil Day.

From the Woods Today - Thanksgiving Birds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explore the birds that grace our tables and discover the fascinating relatives they share. We also give thanks to Kentucky woodlands, their owners, and those who support them.

From the Woods Today - Creepy Things From the Forest: Nocturnal Insects

This episode of From the Woods Today is a Halloween spectacular filled with creepy crawlers and spine-chilling tales! Join entomologist, Dr. Larson, as we explore the mysterious world of nocturnal insects and their fascination with light. We’ll also dive into the ecological importance of bats and uncover why they’ve become Halloween’s favorite icon. Plus, Dr. Steve Price shares a spooky forest ghost story!

From the Woods Today - Reptile Awareness Day

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate National Reptile Awareness Day with Dr. Steve Price, Professor of Stream and Riparian Ecology. Learn all about reptiles and why they are so cool!

From the Woods Today - Amphibian Week

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate Amphibian Week by highlighting some of the species found in Kentucky, their natural history, and management activities that can benefit our amphibian populations. We also have another installment of our Tree of the Week series

From the Woods Today - Defining "Birds"

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we delve into the essence of birds, discussing their defining characteristics and the evolutionary path that brought about these feathered, beaked creatures. Additionally, we shine a spotlight on Forest Stewardship Week.

From the Woods Today - Gardening for Bats

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn how to spice up your garden and give back to bats for helping control mosquitoes. We also have our monthly Wings of Kentucky segment on early spring migratory birds.

From the Woods Today - Improving Forest Habitat

This episode of From the Woods Today highlights a collaborative partnership in eastern Kentucky that is working to improve forest habitat for declining wildlife, and how forest landowners can get involved. We also have our Tree of the Week segment.

From The Woods Today - World Wildlife Day

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate World Wildlife Day by highlighting the wildlife diversity in Kentucky. We also have a segment about invasive plant awareness.

From The Woods Today - Winter Insect Survival

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explain how insects avoid cold temperatures and return the next year to start their life cycles over again. Dr. Matt Springer also joins us to discuss wildlife and their adaptations and other neat tricks that allow them to survive the winter.

From The Woods Today - Attracting Birds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss attracting birds by adding essential habitat components to your outdoor space. We’ll also discuss resources to help you identify the species you encounter, and ways to report your sightings to citizen science projects like the Great Backyard Bird Count.

From The Woods Today - 12 Days of Christmas

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about some of the bird-themed gifts from the song 12 Days of Christmas. We also have a segment about foraging materials for the holidays.

From The Woods Today - Invasive Species Given to Others

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explore that while we seem to encounter a new invasive species every week, the US has also donated many species to other nations. Join us to learn which of our native species are causing headaches elsewhere.

From The Woods Today - Benefits From Our Forests

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate trees and all their benefits. We also discuss the role of birds in Thanksgiving traditions. Additionally, we give thanks to some of the forest products derived from trees as well as express gratitude for the water quality benefits of forests.

From the Woods Today - Spooky Forestry Folklore

This episode of From the Woods Today is a Halloween Special! Join us as Drs. Luke Dodd and Jonathan Larson share the history behind some of the popular creepy forestry tales and mysteries.

From the Woods Today - Fall Migratory Birds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. McNeil discusses a few of the common birds that we can see during fall migration in the woods across Kentucky. We also have the first installment of a new series about mapping and geographic information systems (GIS).

From the Woods Today - Vernal Pools

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about what a vernal pool is, why they are important, and some techniques for restoring vernal pools that look and function like natural wetlands. We also have our monthly What's Bugging My Tree segment.

From the Woods Today - Forestry Curriculum

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss UK Forestry's undergraduate degree, which is Kentucky’s only professional degree program accredited by the Society of American Foresters. We also share some information about an upcoming habitat management symposium.

From the Woods Today - World Rivers Day

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate the world’s waterways for World Rivers Day. We also have segments on river otters and Kentucky maple syrup production

From the Woods Today - Wood Expo

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss the upcoming Kentucky Wood Expo and some activities you can take part in. We also have a segment about how logging can be an excellent tool for helping some of Kentucky's most at-risk bird species.

From the Woods Today - Tree Identification

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Laurie Thomas teaches us the basics of tree identification. We also have our What's Bugging My Tree segment, as well as a segment about late summer birds.

From the Woods Today - Climate: Science, Education, & Communication

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explore some sources of climate-related data and opportunities for learning more about our changing world. We also have a segment on hummingbirds, as well as our monthly Pesky Plant highlight.

From the Woods Today - Tree Improvement Program

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how the sustainability of white oak can be promoted through the development of high quality, fast growing seedlings for reforestation and how the White Oak Genetics and Tree Improvement Program (WOGTIP) was created to develop these seedlings for use throughout the eastern US. We also have a segment on the avian breeding cycle.

From the Woods Today - Timber Treatments for Birds

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how different timber management regimes affect Kentucky's native bird species. We also have a segment about food plots for wildlife.

From the Woods Today - Wildlife Diseases

In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Springer gives a brief overview of some common wildlife diseases. We also have our Wildlife Sounds segment, as well as some more information about the upcoming 2023 Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course.

From the Woods Today - Wildfire Response

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss research on wildfire in Kentucky and the implications of the results in the context of climate change. We also have our Tree of the Week segment, as well as a presentation about neotropical migratory birds.

From the Woods Today - All Things Earthy!

It's Earth Day! Join us on this episode of From the Woods Today as we dive into the origins of Earth Day and activities viewers can participate in to celebrate. We also have members of the UK Forestry Extension team to discuss key components such as water, soil, wildlife, and native plants and how they play a critical role in Earth's ecosystems.

From the Woods Today - Spring Bird ID

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss a few of the earliest spring migratory birds that have returned to Kentucky after their winter vacations. We also have a Tree of the Week segment, as well as information about an upcoming workshop series for Kentucky landowners.

From the Woods Today - Leveraging Community Tree Inventory Data

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about how community tree inventories (and the resulting data) may be used to inspire social and environmental change. We also have another Wildlife Sounds - Birds Edition segment, as well as some information about an upcoming Kentucky Master Naturalist Conference.

From the Woods Today - Maple Syrup in Kentucky

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explore maple syrup production in Kentucky and see how it is bringing communities together through efforts such as the Kentucky Maple Day. We also have a new Bird of the Month series highlighting woodpeckers, their biodiversity, and how to identify each of our native woodpecker species.

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