There is an entire process that happens once a goose is sitting on a nest. The rules legally change when the goslings hatch. I observed this part of parenting near one of my ponds. Any time I approached, the drake put on a defensive posture. http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/A21SILLYGOOSE.mp3Podcast: Play...
Why have scientists taken the time to specifically name every living organism on Earth? I begin the show with a fun antedote and then discuss the science behind genus and species names. (photo courtes of pdxmonthly.com) http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/AWHATSINANAME.mp3Podcast: Play in new window |...
How many of you have ever held an animal thought to be extinct? This happened to me when I was doing my grizzly bear research. No, not this bull elk I took a photo of but a…..I guess you’ll have to listen to the podcast show to find out. http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/BMAGNIFICANTDISCOVERY.mp3Podcast: Play...
So what is the life of an Environmental Scientist like? I had the opportunity to speak to a high school environmental science class. I spoke of my research in the field and related it to the topics that they were studying in class. This was a great...
When people think of wetlands many will speak of mosquitoes and mud. I will tell you that the diversity of animals is amazing. Please take the time this year to visit a marsh, swamp, bog, or fen and you will have a great day in nature. Today, we delve into the rebirth of a...
There are many awesome animals found in North America. The coyote has a unique call and is a crafty hunter. Many will be surprised about his diet. I have had the opportunity of having coyotes howl right outside my tent while I was conducting my grizzly bear research. ...
There are so many people who truly love the outdoors. They stop their adventures because of the cold weather. This show will incite the mind and heart to plan a winter walk in the wild. We will discuss winter prep as well as ideas for a great day in the...
As an Environmental Scientist I have had many adventures. Tracking grizzly bears in the top of the Rockies was one of the greatest. We were in search of critical grizzly bear habitat. With all of your gear in your backpack and heading toward rough terrain, it was a time of: Guts, Glory, and...
From the very first howl out in the wild you will be hooked! Wolves are truly a majestic animal. I have spent a great amount of time tracking wolves as part of my research. You may be surprised at some of the cool facts I share in the show on wolf...
So how good are you at knowing your nature facts. In today’s show, I ask and then answer some the coolest nature trivia. After you have ample time to answer a jeopardy question I expand upon the topic to give you a broader view of all that nature has to...
