Lawns

Lawns

Author: Nature Guys September 26, 2023 Duration: 32:24

Nature Guys recorded this in front of an audience at the Civic Garden Center's Fall Native Plant Festival. Bob welcomes Greg Torres and Sam Settlemyre to discuss why and how we should reduce our lawns.

Related episode: The Nature of Oaks with Doug Tallamy

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Step outside with Nature Guys and let longtime nature lover Bob be your guide to the overlooked wonders just beyond your doorstep. This isn't a lecture from a distant wilderness; it's a friendly, grounded conversation about the squirrels in the park, the weeds pushing through the sidewalk, and the birdsong that forms the soundtrack to your daily walk. Bob believes that paying close attention to this accessible, exciting natural world is a powerful tool-it’s how we find a sense of calm, regain our focus, and cultivate the curiosity needed to care for our local environment. Each episode of this podcast dives into the specifics of a common plant, animal, or natural phenomenon you can likely encounter yourself, blending simple science with genuine enthusiasm. Listening feels like taking a walk with a knowledgeable friend who points out the fascinating stories in the ordinary, helping you build a deeper, more personal connection to the living world around you. The Nature Guys podcast is an invitation to slow down, look closely, and discover that you don't need to travel far to find a sense of wonder and a bit of peace.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 266

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Feral Cats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:00
Carol Mundy, the host of the radio show Outdoor Life, collaborates on this second episode about cats. This episode focuses on feral cats and was inspired by an email from listener Steve Inglish. Related episode: Cats Our…
Poppy the Opossum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:13
Bob runs into a pet opossum with his grandson Drew and his friend Graeme in a city park. Poppy is very cute and inspired us to listen to a podcast Bob and Bill recorded back in 2017. Related episodes: Bat in the House an…
Cats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:43
Bob joins Carol Mundy on her radio show Outdoor Life to discuss one of the most successful invasive species on the planet the house cat. Our sources for this episode include: Cat Wars: The Devastating Consequences of a C…
Crow Talk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:11
Bob and Tina record in front of a live audience to share stories about crows. This bird is easy to identify but its behavior is very complex. Find our why Tina is a crow lover and listen to some amazing stories about cro…
Wild Grape [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:34
Sam and Greg join Bob at the Civic Garden Center's Fall Native Plant Festival. They have an engaging presentation about the benefits and history of this under appreciated plant. Related episode: Johnny Appleseed Our sour…
Native Grasses [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:26
Caroline joins Bob to talk about her true passion Native Grasses. Learn how these grasses can add to the diversity of life in the landscapes of our neighborhoods. Related episodes: Lawns, Boxwood Bash Our sources for thi…
Prickly Pear Cactus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:24
Bob and Greg delve into one of their favorite plants, the Prickly Pear Cactus. It has a range far beyond the dessert so you should be able to find it in your area. Our sources for this episode include: US Forest Service…
Tales of Turkey Tail [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:55
Turkey Tail mushrooms are everywhere! Gia admits that mushrooms may be her favorite things in nature. Learn all about one of the most common and easy to find mushrooms. Our sources for this episode include: Michael Kuo's…
Wildflower Pilgrimage with Families [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:30
Bob and Beth led family hikes at the Arc of Appalachia Highlands Nature Sanctuary in April of 2024. After the hikes they recorded a podcast with some of the hikers. Tune in to hear about wildflowers and more from the per…
Eclipse Stories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:04
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