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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we're talking trees! Dr. Ellen Crocker teaches us how to select the perfect tree for your landscape and then how to successfully plant it. We also have our popular Tree of the Week segment.
It's our 100th episode! Celebrate with us as we discuss earth day, scouting for invasive plants, reforestation and birds, and tree identification. We also announce some of our giveaway winners at the end of the show.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Eric Comley is back to show us some beautiful native wildflowers that arise in the spring. We also have our tree of the week, as well as some information about an upcoming predator workshop and a vulture research update. Don't miss our special announcement at the end of the show!
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we talk about the important work done by a community reforestation program called Reforest the Bluegrass. We also discuss the eastern hemlock tree and Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, a pest that threatens the health and survival of the trees. Laurie Thomas also shares information about some upcoming youth programs.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn all about pawpaws including how to take care of the trees, management of wild patches, cultivar recommendations, propagation, harvest and storage techniques, and uses for its fruit. We also have our Tree of the Week segment and information about some upcoming programs.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how adopting a Kentucky tree is a simple way to recognize a favorite tree and the ecosystem benefits it provides to your home, school or community. We also have our Tree of the Week, as well as a our monthly Pesky Plants segment.
This episode of From the Woods Today features news about an upcoming annual event, Kentucky Maple Day, and how you can participate. We also share some resources to prepare for spring forest fire season, as well as our reoccurring tree health segment - What's Bugging My Tree?.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we have guests Mike Poynter and Craig Caudill with us to discuss safety and survival in the woods. They also share some tips on how to be prepared for any unexpected event.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Chad Niman gives an overview of mass timber building. He also discusses ongoing research efforts to integrate the use of underutilized hardwoods into the building codes for these mass timber components and the benefits for sustainable forest management. We also have our beloved tree of the week segment, as well as a discussion about storm damage and some resources to help you take action.
We often make New Year’s resolutions to initiate change in our lives. In this episode of From the Woods Today, we extend the idea of making New Year’s resolutions about your property and Kentucky’s woodlands and wildlife.
This episode of From the Woods Today is a holiday special! Join us as we talk about the tradition of Christmas trees. We have a festive tree of the week, as well as segments on mistletoe and the annual Christmas Bird Count event.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss some trees that are beneficial to wildlife. We have a segment on Christmas trees, as well as another edition of What's Bugging My Tree.
This week's episode of From the Woods Today is a Thanksgiving special! We reflect on and celebrate how trees, woodlands, woodland owners, and those who support them enrich our lives and world. We have our tree of the week and a festive mushroom highlight, as well as some information and fun facts about turkeys.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, co-host Billy Thomas shares the Who, What, When, Where, and Why of woodland management in Kentucky. We also have a segment on Project Feeder Watch - an interactive survey of birds that visit your backyard, as well as an exciting segment of What's Bugging My Tree featuring fungi.
This episode of From the Woods Today is a Halloween special. This show features some things from the forest that we commonly view as spooky, such as bats, spiders, and other creepy crawlers. We also have our tree of the week segment as well as an update on our upcoming programs.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about the many benefits of our urban forests and projects taking place throughout Kentucky’s communities. We also have a segment on proper tree planting techniques, as well as some information on National Forest Products Week occurring this October 17 - 23.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Ellen Crocker teaches us the basics of forest health. We also have our popular tree of the week segment, as well as some information about Tree Week happening this October 9-16.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we have the third installment of Dr. Muller's InTreegued series. We get to hear from Bill Knott, a chief forester with the Kentucky Division of Forestry. We also have a special segment on Autumn Leaves, as well as an update on the unexplained bird illness that popped up around parts of Kentucky earlier this year.