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Kentucky’s forests are full of incredible wildlife—but some of the most fascinating birds are the ones hiding right on the trunks of trees! This week on From the Woods Today, Dr. D.J. McNeil, UK Forestry and Natural Resources, highlights the fascinating world of bark‑clinging birds, including our energetic nuthatches and hardworking woodpeckers. These species are vital to forest health, helping control insects, create habitat, and play a key role in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems. Also on tap...Beyond their beauty, many of our native wildflowers have traditional meanings rooted in folklore, culture, and generations of connections to the land. Want to learn about what these blooms have symbolized throughout history? Don’t miss this segment with Anna Wiker from the Kentucky Master Naturalist Program, who will explore this fascinating subject and share the traditional meanings and symbolic roles that flowers have held over time.
Kentucky is home to numerous native conifers. Join us to learn about these native cone-bearing trees as Laurie Thomas, UK Forestry and Natural Resources-Extension, discusses conifer identification. Also on tap...It’s not too late to decorate! Join Kentucky Master Naturalist Outreach Coordinator Anna Wiker to learn how you can get out in the woods and get material and inspiration for a sustainable and easy-to-make holiday wreath.
This week on From The Woods Today, we are joined by Dr. DJ McNeil, UK Forestry and Natural Resources, as he gives us another edition of Wings of Kentucky, but this time with a Thanksgiving flair! Also on tap...we learn how to forage for decorations for your holiday table. Need an excuse to get out in nature during this busy holiday season? Join Anna Wiker from the Kentucky Master Naturalist Program for some ideas on how to give your Thanksgiving table a Kentucky woodland theme with easy foraged décor. Learn more by tuning into FromTheWoodsToday.com or clicking the link below.
On this week's From The Woods Today, we will have Doug McLaren, retired forester, who is here to discuss the best practices for cutting and storing firewood in the summer. He will share tips on what to do and not do with firewood. Also on tap...join Anna Wiker, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension as we learn about all about the monarch butterfly and how we study its migratory journey.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn that winter is one of the best times of year to get familiar with your local owls! Learn owling tips and tricks, including common species identification, learning what to look and listen for, and best practices while out looking for owls.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we explore the environmental impact of your Christmas tree choice, offering tips on how to make your holidays more sustainable. Plus, we share last-minute gift ideas for the forest enthusiasts in your life.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about regional ethnobotany of some of our common summer plants—folklore, traditional medicinal use, and more. We also have a segment on how to read soil surveys.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss how leaving snakes on site can actually be a huge asset for pest control around the barn and garden. We also have our monthly What's Bugging My Tree segment.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we discuss attracting birds by adding essential habitat components to your outdoor space. We’ll also discuss resources to help you identify the species you encounter, and ways to report your sightings to citizen science projects like the Great Backyard Bird Count.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn how to make 2024 the year you become a better naturalist and help take your nature game to the next level. We also have the next edition of our GIS and mapping series.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about some of the bird-themed gifts from the song 12 Days of Christmas. We also have a segment about foraging materials for the holidays.
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.
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
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we're talking about owls. Join us to learn about the life, history, and identification of these mysterious birds, as well as tips to look for them in the wild. We also have a segment on snake identification resources, as well as another edition of our Pesky Plant series.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn about the monarch’s life history, how we study its migratory journey, and how you can get involved with protecting this amazing butterfly. We also have our reoccurring tree of the week segment as well as our monthly mushroom highlight.
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we have some hands on activities you can do at home to feed and attract wildlife. We also have another wildlife sounds segment and our usual tree of the week.