I migliori Chesapeake Conservancy podcast (2024)

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Spooky Spots: Piebaldism in the Deer Population 12:11

1d ago12:11

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You're driving down the road and you notice a deer with abnormal white patches on its coat... What's up with that? Join us as we discuss piebaldism - an interesting gene mutation found across many populations of organisms around the world.

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Virginia's Venomous and Nonvenomous Snakes: Hiking Safety, Myths, and Appreciation with Caroline Seitz, Virginia Herpetological Society (Ep 62, Part 2) 34:30

3d ago34:30

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We’re slithering into the fascinating world of Virginia’s snakes, equipping you with practical tips to enjoy the great outdoors while respecting these often-misunderstood creatures. In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Caroline Seitz of the Virginia Herpetological Society, helps us dispel common myths and misconceptions while broadening our understa…

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Giants of the East - Elk (Cervus canadensis) 15:57

8d ago15:57

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We had them. We got rid of them. Then we brought them back (from a distant land). Join us as we dive into the history of the Keystone State's Elk herd. Of course, there will be #funfacts!

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Virginia's Venomous and Nonvenomous Snakes: Hiking Safety, Myths, and Appreciation with Caroline Seitz, Virginia Herpetological Society (Ep 62, Part 1) 29:43

10d ago29:43

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We’re slithering into the fascinating world of Virginia’s snakes, equipping you with practical tips to enjoy the great outdoors while respecting these often-misunderstood creatures. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Caroline Seitz of the Virginia Herpetological Society, helps us dispel common myths and misconceptions while broadening our understa…

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Interview with Erosion and Sediment Technician - Jason Branning 9:12

17d ago9:12

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Occasionally, we interview SCCD staff to learn more about the person behind the title. Today is Jason's turn! Join us as we learn more about Jason (and find out just how many tractors he really has 🤣).

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Scenic Hikes in Southwest Virginia: Breaks Park and Pine Mountain Trail (Ep 61, Part 2) 25:21

17d ago25:21

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Get ready to uncover the hidden gems of Southwest Virginia's scenic hiking destinations. Tyler Mullins of the Pine Mountain Trail Conference, takes us on a journey highlighting the must-do trails of Breaks Park set against the majestic Russell Fork Gorge. Then it’s on to the lesser-known but equally captivating Pine Mountain Scenic Trail that weave…

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Scenic Hikes in Southwest Virginia: Breaks Park and Pine Mountain Trail (Ep 61, Part 1) 33:51

24d ago33:51

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Get ready to uncover the hidden gems of Southwest Virginia's scenic hiking destinations. Tyler Mullins of the Pine Mountain Trail Conference, takes us on a journey highlighting the must-do trails of Breaks Park set against the majestic Russell Fork Gorge. Then it’s on to the lesser-known but equally captivating Pine Mountain Scenic Trail that weave…

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Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia: Status of Trails/Parks/Public Lands, Our Outdoor Community Can Help (Special Edition) 12:57

27d ago12:57

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Hi Friends, If you’re like me, you’ve been watching the news about the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene and wondering what you can do to help. Our communities in Southwest Virginia have been hit hard and many of the places we know and love will be impacted for years to come. What you’re about to hear is a conversation I had with Amanda Liv…

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It's Giant! It Flies! It's Venomous! #FactCheck: The Joro Spider 12:18

29d ago12:18

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The Joro spider is making headlines nationwide and sending chills down those with arachniphobia. But should we be scared? Join us as we discuss the invasive, Joro spider.

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Season 5 Trailer - New Episodes, Giveaways, Upcoming Events, Fan Mail Texting, Shout Outs and more (Ep 60) 45:38

1M ago45:38

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I'm back for a fifth season of Virginia Outdoor Adventures! In the Season 5 Trailer, get a sneak peek of new episodes, upcoming fall festivals and events where you can meet me in person, giveaways for podcast merch, new features such as Fan Mail texting, and shout outs to my listeners. And don’t forget, you can win a $50 gift card to River Rock Out…

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Lots of Northern Lights or Is It Just Me? 11:44

1M ago11:44

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Social media and the news have talked a lot about the northern lights... What's going on with all of this activity? Join us as we discuss this phenomenon and discover upcoming viewing opportunities in your backyard.

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Chesapeake Bay Funding, Fungal Spores and Immune Suppression, Amphibian Fungus, and Invasive Goldfish, 14:18

2M ago14:18

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Where else can you get a dose of environmental news stories in less than fifteen minutes? From the protection of mountains on the Appalachian chain to a story about invasive goldfish nearly escaping to nearby Lake George.

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Soo-weh! It's the Feral Swine Episode!! 14:40

2M ago14:40

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These beasts are machines! They eat anything, will live almost anywhere, and have no natural predators other than humans. Join us as we discover how close these omnivores are to your backyard.

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Three Squeals for Eels 14:29

2M ago14:29

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Sure the three wise men traveled a long way, but not thousands of miles. Join us as we discuss the ridiculously long journey that the American Eel makes as it travels from the ocean to its home away from home in the headwaters of many major rivers and how it changes along the way.

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Game Commission Updates in the Northeast 8:39

2M ago8:39

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The Game Commission is doing great conservation work here in the northeast and across the state. Join us as we discuss some ongoing projects and studies and how you can get involved locally.

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Better Water Quality Thanks to Better Roads? 9:29

3M ago9:29

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Pennsylvania has more than 25,000 miles of unpaved roads, mostly dirt, and gravel, that are used by more than 3.6 million residents and serve the state's agriculture, mining, forestry, and tourism industries. By installing best management practices on these roads, we can create better water quality. Join us as we dive head-first into this awesome p…

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Frogggg Week 9:25

3M ago9:25

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We're leaving eco-news in the dust this week to cover one particular story about a guy who wants to share his passion for frogs and toads. Join us as we discuss #frogweek and the man behind the mission.

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Obnoxious Plants! - Episode 4: Bamboozled by Knotweed 13:39

3M ago13:39

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Bamboo everywhere! Or is it something else? Join us this week as we discuss the much-despised invasive called Japanese Knotweed. How do we get rid of this plant? And are there any benefits to keeping this plant around? Stick around and find out as we cover our final episode of obnoxious plants.

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2024 SCCD Intern - Samantha Andrejack 11:22

4M ago11:22

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Join us as we meet our 2024 intern, Sam Andrejack! We'll discuss life before (and during) college and discover how she became interested in environmental science.

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Obnoxious Plants! - Episode 3: Ooooo It Burns!!! (Wild Parsnip) 12:31

4M ago12:31

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If you take a weed trimmer to this plant and then spend some time in the sun, you might also be spending time in the hospital. This week we're getting up close and personal with a member of the carrot family. Join us to find out how dangerous this plant can be and how you should handle contact and removal of this plant.…

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Obnoxious Plants! - Episode 2: Poison Oak & Poison Sumac 12:31

5M ago12:31

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You're sure you only touched trees on your hike today, right? But why are you soooo itchy? Perhaps it was because of a tree! Join us as we discover the tree (or woody shrub) that might be the bane of your next outdoor activity - unless you listen to this show and learn how to identify poison sumac. ;)…

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Obnoxious Plants! - Episode 1: Poison Ivy 11:53

5M ago11:53

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Summertime is the best unless you get a red, blistery, itchy rash. Then you waste weeks of summer in a hideous state itching and applying some sort of medical goop. Join us as we discuss poison ivy and how to avoid wasting your summer getting rid of a nasty rash caused by this obnoxious plant.

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You Otter Listen to This Episode - It's World Otter Day! 11:56

5M ago11:56

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We didn't want to miss this huge opportunity to discuss otters. Join us as we discuss everything you ever wondered about the American Otter. And don't forget fun facts about otters at the end of the show!

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Eco-News May Edition 14:10

5M ago14:10

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From a probable cause of spinning fish in South Florida and Wildfires and soil to why some birds form shapes while flying in groups and a new sentential landscape in PA - we've got you covered!

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Don't Let Them Slip Away - It's Endangered Species day 17:08

6M ago17:08

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This week we're taking a closer look at endangered species in Pennsylvania. We'll define the term, note some species that are struggling here in the Keystone State, and identify easy ways to help rare, threatened, and endangered species in your backyard.

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59. Wandering Waters Paddle Quest with Sammy Zambon, Virginia State Parks 35:38

6M ago35:38

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“Our goal for Wandering Waters is to get people out and exploring our parks, either on a stand up paddle board, a kayak, or a canoe and seeing our parks from a different perspective. You can go to a park like Hungry Mother and hike up to the top of Molly's Knob and get that giant panoramic scenic view. But then you can come back down and either ren…

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Incoming Migration: Hummingbirds of PA 13:33

6M ago13:33

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They're quite literally "snowbirds" and they are on the move back to this part of the continent. Join us as we discuss what hummingbird species frequent the Keystone State and learn a bit about this fascinating bird's life history.

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Ain't That a Dandy - It's the Dandelion! 15:59

6M ago15:59

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It is ALL OVER your yard right now, but do you know why? Or where it came from? Join us as we get up close and personal with one of the most familiar flowers in the United States and worldwide. It's the dandelion!

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58. Virginia’s Adventure Towns: Urbanna's River Life - Fishing, Crabbing, Boating, Camping & Paddling with Rivah Sistah 49:38

6M ago49:38

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“For us to get to Grey’s Point campground, we had to pass through Urbanna. So one day I made a left just to explore and I was like, 'Wow! It’s so beautiful!' The boats and the waterfront, dining and nice houses. It’s this vibe that you just have to experience for yourself.” – Rivah Sistah Patricia Clement Welcome to the charming port town of Urbann…

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EnviroWHAT? 11:19

6M ago11:19

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Every year, high schoolers from around the country compete on a host of environmental-related subjects. Join us as we dig into the history, the topics, and the "ins and outs" of this awesome event!

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Save the Hemlocks, Miller Mountain Preserved Forever, Microplastic from Roads, Pollinator Corridors 23:50

7M ago23:50

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It's eco news! Join us as we discuss an array of tactics being used to combat HWA, the preservation of the last undeveloped high peak in PA, a new way to trap microplastic, and the promotion of pollinator habitat on a right-of-ways.

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57. Walk Ride Paddle: A Life Outside with Senator Tim Kaine 39:06

7M ago39:06

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"Everybody has a favorite place in Virginia like a trail, a sunset, a beach, a lake, or a river. Everyone has a place that's special to them and everyone is invested in trying to make sure that it's there for their kids and their grandkids. And that's such a unifier. When you're on the trail with people, you're not talking about politics, you're ta…

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Cicada-Mania (Or Something Like That) 15:07

7M ago15:07

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The solar eclipse is over and the media is feasting on the "next big thing". Conservation Corner is on a mission to find out the "when" "where" and "why" of cicada-mania so that you can have the upper hand on the topic of cicadas this spring.

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Slow it Down 19:28

7M ago19:28

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Water. It's pretty important. After all, the body can only go about three days without it. So why are we trying so hard to get rid of it? In fact, in the last 100 years, we've designed our cities and towns to shed water like it's going out of style. Now we're seeing the consequences. Join us as we discuss why we should slow water down and give you …

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56. Let’s Go Adventures - Camping, Hiking, Kayaking, Fly Fishing, Archery, and Orienteering with Diego Riffle and Sarah King, Virginia State Parks 39:43

7M ago39:43

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“Sarah and I want folks to gain some confidence recreating in the outdoors, especially in our Virginia State Parks, and gain some knowledge on how to recreate safely. That's our big two takeaways. Making sure folks can leave our programs feeling confident enough to do it on their own or tag along with their friends and try to share those experience…

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A Bird That Can Say Its Name: It's the Bobwhite 19:06

7M ago19:06

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Join us as we discuss the Pennsylvania Game Commission's plan to restore the Bobwhite to its native range in Pennsylvania. Along the way, we discuss the Bobwhite's habitat needs, describe what this bird looks like, and provide a real-time update on its re-introduction to the Keystone State (and yes, there are some fun facts…

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It's the Grand Opening: Bridgewater Interpretive Trail 13:52

8M ago13:52

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Join us as we discuss the grand opening of the Bridgewater Interpretive Trail. We'll find out what interpretive points are offered on the trail, some of the difficulties we ran into throughout the planning process, and who the trail is intended for. P.S. Join us on April 22, 2024, at 10 AM as we unveil the Bridgewater Interpretive Trail at 89 Indus…

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Fire for Habitat, Spotted Lantern Honey, A Day at the Beech, and White Nose News 17:49

8M ago17:49

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It's a new month and that means we're covering some popular eco-news and some eco-news that's flying under the radar. This month we're digging into an obscure story on an invasive insect, exploring the topic of fire for restoration, and delivering some good news on a fungus that's been decimating cave-dwelling bats in North America. We'll even spen…

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Befriending Birds (From a Distance) 16:35

8M ago16:35

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Spring has sprung (well, kind of). Join us as we discuss how you can help our avian species this spring as they prepare for nesting in the northeast. Join us as we cover food, shelter, and ways to minimize your pesticide use.

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55. Appalachia’s Greatest Conservation Story: Elk Restoration in Southwest Virginia with Jackie Rosenberger, Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, and Avery Rose, Breaks Interstate Park 1:01:13

8M ago1:01:13

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“For almost 200 years we didn't have this native animal. It was because of volunteers and people like Jackie with Virginia DWR and their combined efforts with Breaks Park who worked together to restore the area that elk have returned. Visitors are amazed at how big and how majestic the animal is. It's like an entire rainbow of emotions - excitement…

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Invaders of the Keystone State 18:06

8M ago18:06

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It's National Invasive Awareness Week and we've picked out some of our most loathed aliens. Join us as we discuss these unwanted guests and the problems they're causing here in the Commonwealth.

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No Trash Talking with Recycling Coordinator Jen Hibbard 12:29

8M ago12:29

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Join us as we dig into the topic of recycling! We'll discuss what you should and shouldn't recycle at the Susquehanna County facility, what color a wine bottle really is, and several other myths and truths surrounding the world of recycling.

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54. Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases: Protecting Yourself in the Outdoors with Dr. Holly Gaff, Old Dominion University 1:00:24

8M ago1:00:24

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“As part of the change in economy, we reforested the eastern part of the United States. We have a lot of forests now that are about 100 years old. As the trees came back, the deer came back, as the deer came back, the ticks came with them. And then the pathogens, of course, come along for the ride as well. I think about it from an ecology perspecti…

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Drought Resistant Tomatoes, Category 7 Hurricanes, Silent Owls, and New Species of Firefly with a Twist 17:18

9M ago17:18

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From extreme hurricanes to fireflies that dabble with cannibalism join us as we cover eco-news headlines from the last month.

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53. Virginia’s Adventure Towns: Farmville with Mayor Brian Vincent 1:03:36

9M ago1:03:36

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“There's a real excitement about Farmville, a steady progression, where we sit on this cusp of what we all think is an opportunistic moment for Farmville to shine. It's a great place to live, work, and recreate. That is our new tag for the town and I think it fits us well.” – Mayor Brian Vincent Welcome to Farmville in the heart of central Virginia…

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Who Cooks for You? It's the Barred Owl 14:33

9M ago14:33

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From its famous calls to the underground railroad, we pack this episode with information about this beloved bird. Join us as we discuss the Barred Owl!

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The Ghost Owl 14:42

9M ago14:42

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During most years, one owl species appears in the Northeast, not because of migration but because their favorite grub has dwindled. From Harry Potter to park benches, this episode has something for everyone. Join us as we discuss the Snowy Owl!

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52. Dragon’s Tooth, Cascade Falls, and other gems of the Eastern Divide Ranger District with Ranger Beth Christensen, George Washington & Jefferson National Forests 59:10

9M ago59:10

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“I couldn't be more proud. My staff and I have a lot of pride in taking care of these areas and this landscape, because there are so many things to love and there is so much uniqueness. But part of management is balancing the use these areas receive and trying to figure out ways to work with the public, or work with the partners, or work with a vol…

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Get to Know Cheyenne Jenner - SCCD Chesapeake Bay Specialist 9:13

10M ago9:13

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We had a good talk with our new specialist who has been hired to assist farmers with reducing nutrient loads in local waterways (which eventually find their way to the Chesapeake Bay). Don't miss this episode!

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Winter Camo: The Weasel and the Hare 15:50

10M ago15:50

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It's a dangerous world out there! What better way to hide than just blend in? That's what the Long-Tailed Weasel and the Snowshoe Hare do. Join us as we explore the lives of these two mammals and what makes them blend in with the snowpack around them.

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