From the Woods Today - Exploding Trees

From the Woods Today - Exploding Trees

Author: Renee Williams, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension February 13, 2026 Duration: 1:01:33

Exploding trees? Is this real or AI? Dr. Jacob Muller, UK FNR - Extension, will have our first episode of Tree Tales: Rooting out the Myths. Will extreme temperatures make a tree explode? Find out on this episode.

Also on tap...Dr. Ellen Crocker, UK FNR - Extension, will have another segment of Pesky Plants as she talks about lesser celandine. This invasive buttercup forms dense matts, especially in streamsides and wet areas, crowding out other plants and you don't want to see it in your forests.

Also, Jacob Stewart from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources shares details about a new Kentucky Vendor Conservation Database—an tool designed to connect woodland owners with qualified conservation vendors and support high‑quality conservation work across the state. 2.4.26

For more episodes of From the Woods Today, visit https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today.

 

 


Every Wednesday, the digital airwaves fill with the sounds of rustling leaves, insightful conversation, and practical knowledge straight from the heart of Kentucky's landscapes. From the Woods Today is your weekly companion for exploring the intricate, often overlooked world of forests and natural resources. Co-hosted by Renee Williams and Billy Thomas with the UK Forestry and Natural Resources Extension, this live podcast serves as a direct line to experts, bringing the latest science, management tips, and ecological stories right to your ears. The discussions are grounded and accessible, moving beyond theory to focus on the tangible aspects of woodland stewardship, wildlife habitats, and the quiet wonders found just off the trail. You'll hear interviews with researchers, deep dives into seasonal changes affecting your local environment, and straightforward answers to the complex questions that landowners and nature enthusiasts face. Tuning in feels less like a lecture and more like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable neighbor who has spent a lifetime observing the rhythms of the natural world. This is a podcast for anyone curious about the life cycle of a tree, the management of a healthy watershed, or simply the latest news from the field of environmental science. It’s where professional insight meets personal passion, all dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for the resources that sustain us. Join the live broadcast to be part of the conversation, or catch the episode on-demand to connect with the woods on your own time.
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From the Woods Today - Forest Management Plans and Forest Health [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:25
This week Dr. Lance Vickers, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, will be explaining to us exactly what a forest management plan is and why would you need one! Dr. Ellen Crocker will also…
From the Woods Today - Tree Planting Techniques and Methods [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:28
Come celebrate Arbor Day with us this week! Environmental Control Supervisor, Jason Hunt from the Kentucky Division of Forestry will be stopping by to talk to us about the best tree planting techniques and methods! Also…
From the Woods Today - Native Kentucky Plants [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:26
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Garrard County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Eric Comley takes us on a virtual walk through some of our common wildflowers and the hotspots to get out in the woods and…
From the Woods Today - Worst Tree Ever? Managing Callery Pear [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:46
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Dave Coyle, Associate Professor and State Extension Specialist at Clemson University, discusses the question springing up in everyone's heads as of late. Is Callery pear the w…
From the Woods Today - Invasive Species Special [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:05
This week on From the Woods Today it's all about invasives of every kind! Frannie Preston drops in to give us an overview of what exactly an invasive is and Dr. Ellen Crocker, Forest Health Specialist joins us for a segm…
From the Woods Today - Water 101 and Timber Trespass [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:06
From the Woods Today celebrates Water Week! During Water Week, March 22-30, we shed some light on the importance of water around the state and in our daily lives. Join us as Lee Moser, Extension Associate Senior, gives u…
From the Woods Today - How Weather Affects Wildlife [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:20
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. D.J. McNeil and Dr. John Cox visit the show to discuss how extreme weather fluctuations can affect our wildlife. Chad Niman also speaks about mass timber products. These are c…
From the Woods Today - Wildlife Special [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:21
In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn that many of Kentucky's most charismatic birds are species that perch on branches, the ground, or the water, our tree-clinging birds, like woodpeckers and nuthatches, are…
From the Woods Today - Kentucky's Mixedwood Forests [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:53
In this episode of From the Woods Today, Dr. Lance Vickers explains how our mixedwood forests are often overlooked and an important part of Kentucky's landscape—blending hardwoods and conifers to support wildlife, timber…