Dr. Gwynn Henderson | Forestry and Natural Resources

Dr. Gwynn Henderson Episodes

From the Woods Today - World Wood Day

March 21, 2023 is World Wood Day! Join us in this episode of From the Woods Today as we take you through the history of wood used by Kentucky's ancient native peoples, how innovation is redefining modern-day wood use, and the impact this material has on our daily lives. We also have our Tree of the Week segment.

From the Woods Today - Just a Pile of Rocks?

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we answer the question: "what is that pile of rocks?" Join Dr. Gwynn Henderson as she discusses the key characteristics archaeologists use when they try to figure out the identity of a “pile of rocks.” We also have a segment about National Serpent Day and highlight some of our upcoming programs.

From the Woods Today - How Native People Used Natural Resources

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we celebrate this year’s Native American Day and Kentucky Archaeology Month by discussing the many ways Kentucky’s diverse indigenous peoples used the natural environment. We also have a segment on the wildlife benefits of managing cedar and information on upcoming workshops for private landowners on cedar management.

From the Woods Today - Clean Water Act 50th Year

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn a little history about the Clean Water Act and what it means today as we prepare for its 50th anniversary. We also have our fun, interactive Wildlife Sounds segment, as well as a segment about archaeological research at ancient Native American village and town sites situated along Kentucky’s rivers and streams.

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