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From the Woods Today - The Future of White Oak
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Jeff Stringer discusses how white oaks are not regenerating at levels necessary to maintain healthy and diverse forests and what that means for our future decades to come. We also have a segment on how barrels are made, as well as a third segment about how white oak plays a vital role for wildlife.
From the Woods Today - Upland Oak Forest Management
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about the practices designed to address one or more of the difficulties upland oaks typically face. We also have a segment on how to manage that pesky bush honeysuckle on your property.
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.
From the Woods Today - World Forest ID
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss World Forest ID and their work to combat illegal logging through science-based technologies. We also discuss some ongoing wildfire issues in Kentucky.
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.
From the Woods Today - Leeches and Other Lore
This episode of From the Woods Today is a Halloween Special. Join us as we tell the tales about creepy things in the forest including leeches, burying beetles, vampire bats, zombie fungus, and more!
From the Woods Today - National Forest Products
On this episode of From the Woods Today, we're celebrating National Forest Products Week! Come learn a little bit about the history of this event and how you can participate. Dr. Jacob Muller also joins us to explain what carbon storage is and what market opportunities exist for interested landowners.
From the Woods Today - Why are Trees in Cities Important?
This episode of From the Woods Today is a Tree Week Special! Join us as we talk about how home owners can properly care for trees and why it is important to care for trees. We also have a segment for the upcoming National Forest Products Week, as well as one about some upcoming maple syrup programs.
From the Woods Today - What is a Mushroom?
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn what a mushroom is for National Mushroom Day. We also have a presentation on what to do when a disaster strikes and a brief overview of the book, Water in Kentucky.
From the Woods Today - Primary Growth of Trees
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn how trees grow, both underground and above. We also have a segment on fall leaf color.
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 - Arboretum Woods
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about the ecology, land use history, and management of the Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. We also learn how to evaluate your wildfire risk and create defensible space to protect your home and family during wildfire season.
From the Woods Today - KDF Tree Nurseries
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about the Kentucky Division of Forestry's Tree Nurseries and how to order tree seedlings. We also have our monthly Pesky Plants segment.
From the Woods Today - How Insects Find Food
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Jonathan Larson joins us to talk about what insects can smell with their antennae and how they use that to find the things they want to eat. We also have a discussion about what Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is, how it spreads, and where it's found, as well as our Tree of the Week segment.
From the Woods Today - Plant Selection for the Host
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about how insects and amphibians rely on native plants and learn some tips to gear landscape design mindsets toward the host first and plant second. We also have a segment on prepping your yard for fall pollinators, as well as discuss how to implement fire on landscapes to improve the health of our forested systems.
From the Woods Today - Cook Wild: Squirrel
Join us this week on From the Woods Today while Martha Yount cooks live and tells us about the Cook Wild Kentucky Project. We also have a segment on Asian long-horned beetle (ALB) and how to spot and report this bad bug. We wrap up the show with a segment on lingering ash.
From the Woods Today - Birding By Ear
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn how to take our bird identification skills to the next level by learning their songs and calls. We also have our Wildlife Sounds segment, as well as a segment about locust leafminer, what it looks, and what it means for your trees
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 - Knobs Region of Kentucky
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about the Knobs region of Kentucky, including some of its features and history, as well as some of the threats it faces. We are also joined by UK PhD student, Zach Hackworth, who discusses the current status and distribution of ravens in Kentucky and research at the University of Kentucky to aid development of monitoring programs for this species.
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.
From the Woods Today - Fireflies
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Jonathan Larson returns to discuss the magic of fireflies. We also have a guest from the Kentucky Division of Forestry share what a service forester does. Our last segment of the show is about steam weeders and how to use one.
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.
From the Woods Today - Pollinator Week
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we are celebrating pollinator week! Learn how pollinators are vital to a healthy ecosystem and how to protect and create these habitats. We also discuss how native plants help preserve our natural biodiversity. Kai Davis also joins us once again for a birds edition of our Wildlife Sounds segment.
From the Woods Today - Coyotes
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. John Cox shares the fascinating story of the coyote and how we can learn to manage and live with this new member of our ecological community. We also have our monthly What's that Fungus segment.
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 - Sustainable Oak Management Practices
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss what you can do to aid in sustaining healthy upland oak forests, as well as some oak management practices that have been developed by forest researchers and forestry experts to both regenerate and maintain oaks. Dr. Carrie Pike joins us to talk about the new seed collection zones for the eastern US. We also have our ever popular Tree of the Week segment.
From the Woods Today - New Invasives Alert
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Ellen Crocker shares some invasive species to be on the lookout for. Kai Davis returns to do a birds edition of our Wildlife Sounds series. We also have a segment on woodland safety equipment, tools, and felling resources.
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!
From the Woods Today - Martial Eagles
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about an ongoing research study about martial eagle ecology in the Maasai Mara, Kenya. We also have a visiting scholar from Missouri with us to discuss black walnut syrup.
From The Woods Today - Mussels
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we are joined by Dr. Wendell Haag to talk about mussels. We also have a popular returning guest, Dr. Jonathan Larson, with us to talk about tick prevention and safe removal.
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