We live in a world ‘surrounded by plastic’. From plastic straws to children’s toys. The problem is as plastics breakdown in the environment they are releasing harmful toxins. Microplastics (small particles) have been found in the Arctic ice. This show will bring to light this dilemma and possible solutions. (photo...
So how many bald eagles have you seen in the wild? On a bad day I see three and on a good day, thirty three. Yes, I said thirty three! So where do you find this many bald eagles? My adventure will take you to the ‘land of eagles’. (photo courtesy of Karen...
Are you looking for a great wintertime activity or workout? You can snowshoe in your local parks or find a trail in a state park. For me, I can snowshoe into the backcountry and see the splendor of nature. (stock photo) http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/A43SNOWSHOEREADY.mp3Podcast: Play in new window |...
I thought that I have seen every possible scenario that could happen in nature. That is, until the fox games began. No, they did not bring out the Olympic torch to start them but there was definitely excitement in the air. Please enjoy the games! http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/CFOXGAMES.mp3Podcast: Play...
Your location will definitely have an effect on any storm. But how will your local weather cause changes to a blizzard? On this show we delve into the meteorology of the merger of these facts. http://joeybeepodcast.com/podcasts/2020/CHOWLOCALWEATHEREFFECTSBILZZARDS.mp3Podcast: Play in new window |...
The playful antics of the North American River Otter are more than just a few mud slides. (I am not referring to any drink). This unique mammal has adapted to many ecosystems across the continent. On this show you will learn all about this awesome animal....
People use a phrase, ‘you’re walking on thin ice’. I watched a fox walk on thin ice on one of my ponds. I began to think about all the activities that humans do in the winter months. Ice safety is vital. I discuss the science of ice, how to test the ice, specific thicknesses for different activities, and ice...
Growing up playing pond hockey everyday was a blast! It still is. But how do you know if the ice is safe? There are now standards to follow for people that skate, cross country ski, ice fish, or drive a truck across the ice. A truck across! Yes! If you live in the north many ice fishermen pull their ice shanties on...
The polar bear lives in a harsh environment. I am truly amazed to see what it takes for this large mammal to survive. A very special guest supplied some of the research for this show. (The photo is courtesy of Eye On The Arctic). http://JoeyBeePodcast.com/podcasts/1AAAAAAAAJoeyBee-POLARBEARS.mp3Podcast: Play in...
I took this photo of the glaciers on top of the Grand Teton Mountain Range while rafting down the Snake River. I will discuss how glaciers form and move, what we can learn from them, and how they have carved out many great geologic features. http://JoeyBeePodcast.com/podcasts/AAJoeyBee-GLACIERS.mp3Podcast: Play in...
