Living Downstream https://americorps.podbean.com Living Downstream is a program for people who'd like to learn about environmental topics of interest in the Umpqua Watershed of southern Oregon and the larger Pacific Northwest region. It is coordinated by the AmeriCorps member serving as the Environmental Education & Outreach Leader for the Umpqua Watershed organization in an effort to bring awareness of environmental issues to a wider audience. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:53:50 -0700 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. Science:Nature 1440 episodic No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11394150/Podcast_optimized1024_1.jpg Living Downstream https://americorps.podbean.com 144 144 Global Warming, Climate Change, and Environmental Rights in Oregon's Constitution Global Warming, Climate Change, and Environmental Rights in Oregon's Constitution https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-climate-change-and-environmental-rights-in-oregons-constitution/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-climate-change-and-environmental-rights-in-oregons-constitution/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:53:50 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3f8f61c4-3233-3a32-a7de-90cd42428347 false No 3472 133 full Amphibians of the Pacific Northwest Amphibians of the Pacific Northwest https://americorps.podbean.com/e/amphibians-of-the-pacific-northwest/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/amphibians-of-the-pacific-northwest/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:29:51 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/fbf799cb-eff1-35e6-a30d-f731d7457cb5 Amphibians of the Pacific Northwest! We speak with Dede Olson of the Forest Service about the evolution of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest. The unique climate and geology of the area isolated populations, limited gene flow and drove evolution of new species.

]]> Amphibians of the Pacific Northwest! We speak with Dede Olson of the Forest Service about the evolution of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest. The unique climate and geology of the area isolated populations, limited gene flow and drove evolution of new species.

]]> false No 3566 132 full The Mazama Newt - Crater's Lake's Unique Resident The Mazama Newt - Crater's Lake's Unique Resident https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-mazama-newt-craters-lakes-unique-resident/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-mazama-newt-craters-lakes-unique-resident/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:27:00 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/14652c56-26b7-39e9-b356-ea7668ce2635 The Mazama Newt is found in only one place in the world - Crater Lake, easily among the top 5 most pure and pristine lakes in the world. But this small amphibian, which used to be the top predator in the lake, is nearing extinction due to the introduction of signal crayfish and other fish into its unique habitat.

]]> The Mazama Newt is found in only one place in the world - Crater Lake, easily among the top 5 most pure and pristine lakes in the world. But this small amphibian, which used to be the top predator in the lake, is nearing extinction due to the introduction of signal crayfish and other fish into its unique habitat.

]]> false No 3448 131 full Exploring Early Humans in Oregon Exploring Early Humans in Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/exploring-early-humans-in-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/exploring-early-humans-in-oregon/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:22:28 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/8e8c35ad-c654-360b-9205-feac585ad17a Rimrock Draw Rockshelter in eastern Oregon is one of the oldest archaeological sites in North America, showing human occupation as far back as 18,000 years ago. Learn more as we speak with Dr Patrick O’Grady, who has been leading the excavation.

]]> Rimrock Draw Rockshelter in eastern Oregon is one of the oldest archaeological sites in North America, showing human occupation as far back as 18,000 years ago. Learn more as we speak with Dr Patrick O’Grady, who has been leading the excavation.

]]> false No 3522 130 full Interview with Julie Anderson Bailey, Oregon -based mixed media artist Interview with Julie Anderson Bailey, Oregon -based mixed media artist https://americorps.podbean.com/e/interview-with-julie-anderson-bailey-oregon-based-mixed-media-artist/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/interview-with-julie-anderson-bailey-oregon-based-mixed-media-artist/#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:45:56 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/23c7b8b7-2027-3987-afd3-c0a97ddf8c6e Meet Julie Bailey, an Oregon-based mixed-media artist whose work explores the beautiful, complex interdependence between humanity and the natural world. Learn about the new art initiative called Vacant to Vibrant project to revitalize downtown Roseburg.

]]> Meet Julie Bailey, an Oregon-based mixed-media artist whose work explores the beautiful, complex interdependence between humanity and the natural world. Learn about the new art initiative called Vacant to Vibrant project to revitalize downtown Roseburg.

]]> false No 3604 129 full Wildlife and Wildplaces Photography Wildlife and Wildplaces Photography https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wildlife-and-wildplaces-photography/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wildlife-and-wildplaces-photography/#comments Wed, 21 Jan 2026 07:00:43 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/32816b24-5dff-317c-9b07-bf0401a61a1d ‘Agent of the Wild’ - a conversation with a professional photographer, story teller, and voice for the wild. Tune into this weekend’s episode of Living Downstream when we speak with Dan Amos - someone who waits for light, listens to landscapes , and lets the wild speak first

]]> ‘Agent of the Wild’ - a conversation with a professional photographer, story teller, and voice for the wild. Tune into this weekend’s episode of Living Downstream when we speak with Dan Amos - someone who waits for light, listens to landscapes , and lets the wild speak first

]]> false No 3519 128 full The Emerald Ash Borer in Oregon The Emerald Ash Borer in Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-emerald-ash-borer-in-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-emerald-ash-borer-in-oregon/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:52:17 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/1f2c5ca9-1935-3ea7-b242-bd32363c97e9 Explore the damage to thousands and thousands of acres of trees created by the Emerald Ash Borer on its way West, and how Oregon is responding. A colossal volunteer effort is underway to combat this threat. We speak with Jennifer Killian, Assistant Professor in Urban Forestry with Oregon State.

]]> Explore the damage to thousands and thousands of acres of trees created by the Emerald Ash Borer on its way West, and how Oregon is responding. A colossal volunteer effort is underway to combat this threat. We speak with Jennifer Killian, Assistant Professor in Urban Forestry with Oregon State.

]]> false No 3597 127 full Tracking Spotted Owl and other Animals with AI Tracking Spotted Owl and other Animals with AI https://americorps.podbean.com/e/tracking-spotted-owl-and-other-animals-with-ai/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/tracking-spotted-owl-and-other-animals-with-ai/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:53:46 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/7b8f7d7e-d2a3-376f-a64f-aa82424b7267 Explore how AI technology is contributing to research and tracking of spotted owls and other wildlife.

]]> Explore how AI technology is contributing to research and tracking of spotted owls and other wildlife.

]]> false No 3589 126 full Wildfires, Climate change, and resiliency Wildfires, Climate change, and resiliency https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wildfires-climate-change-and-resiliency/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wildfires-climate-change-and-resiliency/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:51:01 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c08e5533-eac7-3dcd-a613-337f69221e3f Discussion with Dr. Chris Adlam, Southwest Regional Fire Specialist with OSU about wildfires, climate change, and resiliency.

]]> Discussion with Dr. Chris Adlam, Southwest Regional Fire Specialist with OSU about wildfires, climate change, and resiliency.

]]> false No 3396 125 full Mushrooming in the Bounty of the Umpqua! Foraging, safety, evolution and science of mushrooms Mushrooming in the Bounty of the Umpqua! Foraging, safety, evolution and science of mushrooms https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mushrooming-in-the-bounty-of-the-umpqua-foraging-safety-evolution-and-science-of-mushrooms/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mushrooming-in-the-bounty-of-the-umpqua-foraging-safety-evolution-and-science-of-mushrooms/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:46:21 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c5503fce-558a-30b0-a24a-345246196624 Mushroom experts Brandi Davies and Bryce Englehardt discuss mushroom foraging, safety, science and evolution of mushrooms.

]]> Mushroom experts Brandi Davies and Bryce Englehardt discuss mushroom foraging, safety, science and evolution of mushrooms.

]]> false No 3548 124 full The Remarkable Rebirth of the Beaver as the Keystone Species The Remarkable Rebirth of the Beaver as the Keystone Species https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-remarkable-rebirth-of-the-beaver-as-the-keystone-species/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-remarkable-rebirth-of-the-beaver-as-the-keystone-species/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:42:25 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/984be1ed-8032-3840-b51a-198a177a08b2 How Science, History, and Firsthand experience has reshaped our understanding of this extraordinary animal.

]]> How Science, History, and Firsthand experience has reshaped our understanding of this extraordinary animal.

]]> false No 3463 123 full Roadless Area Conservation Rule Roadless Area Conservation Rule https://americorps.podbean.com/e/roadless-area-conservation-rule/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/roadless-area-conservation-rule/#comments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:38:58 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/5442c728-f71b-3152-b81e-b098d47092cf What is the Roadless Conservation Rule, and why is it so vital to our health and safety - Speaking with the Sierra Club

]]> What is the Roadless Conservation Rule, and why is it so vital to our health and safety - Speaking with the Sierra Club

]]> false No 3581 122 full The Pacific Lamprey The Pacific Lamprey https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-pacific-lamprey/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-pacific-lamprey/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:15:22 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/db31b1ed-3933-3c39-86a2-10a9c2e334c9 A look at the incredible Pacific Lamprey, with Aaron Jackson of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indians

]]> A look at the incredible Pacific Lamprey, with Aaron Jackson of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indians

]]> false No 3340 121 full Filming Life Underwater Filming Life Underwater https://americorps.podbean.com/e/filming-life-underwater/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/filming-life-underwater/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:11:35 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c5790ff3-f62b-36a4-b80b-cfa2b211e341 Discover the magic revealed through nature film making and documentary. Explore the stories revealed by the lens - what it takes to film wildlife, under the water and in the forests, the ethics of documenting fragile ecosystems, and the emotional power of visual storytelling as we speak with David Herasimtschuk and his project ‘It Takes a Forest’ .

]]> Discover the magic revealed through nature film making and documentary. Explore the stories revealed by the lens - what it takes to film wildlife, under the water and in the forests, the ethics of documenting fragile ecosystems, and the emotional power of visual storytelling as we speak with David Herasimtschuk and his project ‘It Takes a Forest’ .

]]> false No 3539 120 full The History of Black Pioneers in Oregon The History of Black Pioneers in Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-black-pioneers-in-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-black-pioneers-in-oregon/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:09:47 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/7a0e53f8-4128-3d73-bf98-848d7cc3b8d3 Oregon’s history with Black pioneers is a mix of courage and hypocrisy. On one hand, Black families carved lives in an often-hostile territory. On the other, the state constitution of 1857 included a “Black exclusion clause” that literally banned Black people from living in Oregon. Black pioneers survived and contributed anyway: farming, law, journalism, civil rights organizing. They lived in a state that pretended they shouldn’t exist, and yet they made it impossible to erase their presence.

]]> Oregon’s history with Black pioneers is a mix of courage and hypocrisy. On one hand, Black families carved lives in an often-hostile territory. On the other, the state constitution of 1857 included a “Black exclusion clause” that literally banned Black people from living in Oregon. Black pioneers survived and contributed anyway: farming, law, journalism, civil rights organizing. They lived in a state that pretended they shouldn’t exist, and yet they made it impossible to erase their presence.

]]> false No 3554 119 full Pollinators! Pollinators! https://americorps.podbean.com/e/pollinators/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/pollinators/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:01:19 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/33aff682-be3d-3565-ae2d-17e17d7ee10b Roughly three-quarters of flowering plants and a third of food crops rely on animals like bees, butterflies, bats, and birds to move pollen from one bloom to another. Without them, the abundance and variety of fruits, vegetables, and seeds humans depend on would collapse into something dull and unstable. Their value isn’t only economic but ecological, since they maintain biodiversity and keep habitats resilient. In short, pollinators are the overlooked infrastructure of both nature and human survival.

]]> Roughly three-quarters of flowering plants and a third of food crops rely on animals like bees, butterflies, bats, and birds to move pollen from one bloom to another. Without them, the abundance and variety of fruits, vegetables, and seeds humans depend on would collapse into something dull and unstable. Their value isn’t only economic but ecological, since they maintain biodiversity and keep habitats resilient. In short, pollinators are the overlooked infrastructure of both nature and human survival.

]]> false No 3517 118 full Interview With Dale Evans: History of UW and the Umpqua Environmental Movement Interview With Dale Evans: History of UW and the Umpqua Environmental Movement https://americorps.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dale-evans-history-of-uw-and-the-umpqua-environmental-movement/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dale-evans-history-of-uw-and-the-umpqua-environmental-movement/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:48:21 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c1ea4a7e-0828-3a43-a17e-969a2f9e872a A interview with Dale Evans, an original member of Umpqua Watersheds and the environmental movement in Southern Oregon.

]]> A interview with Dale Evans, an original member of Umpqua Watersheds and the environmental movement in Southern Oregon.

]]> false No 3436 117 full The Ecological Value of Dark Skies The Ecological Value of Dark Skies https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-ecological-value-of-dark-skies/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-ecological-value-of-dark-skies/#comments Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:44:55 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6e3703dc-a5fa-3526-965c-f630fea3ef94 Preserving true night isn’t just poetic; it’s vital to a planet that didn’t evolve under streetlamps.

]]> Preserving true night isn’t just poetic; it’s vital to a planet that didn’t evolve under streetlamps.

]]> false No 3389 116 full FUSEE - Firefighters United for Safety, Ethics and Ecology FUSEE - Firefighters United for Safety, Ethics and Ecology https://americorps.podbean.com/e/fusee-firefighters-united-for-safety-ethics-and-ecology/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/fusee-firefighters-united-for-safety-ethics-and-ecology/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 10:17:44 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3691dde3-608c-3f0b-a987-afc737f1fc69 FUSEE provides public education and policy promoting safe, ethical, and ecological wildland fire management. Learn more as we speak with Megan Bolten, FUSEE Board Vice President. 

]]> FUSEE provides public education and policy promoting safe, ethical, and ecological wildland fire management. Learn more as we speak with Megan Bolten, FUSEE Board Vice President. 

]]> false No 3430 115 full Glide Wildflower Show Glide Wildflower Show https://americorps.podbean.com/e/glide-wildflower-show/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/glide-wildflower-show/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 10:09:14 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/d70f9ae4-0919-3762-9a53-0ac43d461761 The Glide Wildflower Show is the largest display of native flora in the Northwest. Learn more as we speak with Becky McRae, Chair of the Wildflower show that has been taking place since 1965.

]]> The Glide Wildflower Show is the largest display of native flora in the Northwest. Learn more as we speak with Becky McRae, Chair of the Wildflower show that has been taking place since 1965.

]]> false No 3367 114 full The Applegate Family The Applegate Family https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-applegate-family/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-applegate-family/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:48:52 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/7865e102-c82f-3931-9196-1f7b17df8249 Learn more about the historically significant role this family played in Oregon's early settlement and development as we speak with Susan Applegate.

]]> Learn more about the historically significant role this family played in Oregon's early settlement and development as we speak with Susan Applegate.

]]> false No 3487 113 full Biochar Biochar https://americorps.podbean.com/e/biochar/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/biochar/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:47:10 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/883ff7eb-df76-36c9-bb43-fc1604650663 Learn more about the science and technology of Biochar as we speak with Ken Carloni

]]> Learn more about the science and technology of Biochar as we speak with Ken Carloni

]]> false No 3551 112 full Global Warming and the Ocean Global Warming and the Ocean https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-and-the-ocean/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-and-the-ocean/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:46:16 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/ca269923-7c59-35da-a44e-aaac9e864421 Global Warming is affecting every aspect of our planet. The oceans, which provides such incredible services for us such as regulation of climate and sequestration of carbon, are revealing the detrimental effects of global warming. We speak with Dr. Jack Barth, oceanographer with Oregon State, and Stuart Leibovitz of the Oregon County Global Warming Coalition.

]]> Global Warming is affecting every aspect of our planet. The oceans, which provides such incredible services for us such as regulation of climate and sequestration of carbon, are revealing the detrimental effects of global warming. We speak with Dr. Jack Barth, oceanographer with Oregon State, and Stuart Leibovitz of the Oregon County Global Warming Coalition.

]]> false No 3417 111 full Conservation NW Conservation NW https://americorps.podbean.com/e/conservation-nw/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/conservation-nw/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:45:17 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/5d3ab9bc-1df8-3525-8dc8-92596a355326 This wonderful organization was formed in 1985 and has a long history of doing incredible restoration and advocacy work. We speak with founder Mitch Friedman.

]]> This wonderful organization was formed in 1985 and has a long history of doing incredible restoration and advocacy work. We speak with founder Mitch Friedman.

]]> false No 3422 110 full Mountain Lion in Oregon Mountain Lion in Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mountain-lion-in-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mountain-lion-in-oregon/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:42:40 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/70cf3944-d05c-3c25-b26c-7021b68ec103 The mountain lion used to range from coast to coast throughout the US. Learn more about the status of this apex predator in Oregon when we speak with Brent Lyon of the Mountain Lion Foundation.

]]> The mountain lion used to range from coast to coast throughout the US. Learn more about the status of this apex predator in Oregon when we speak with Brent Lyon of the Mountain Lion Foundation.

]]> false No 3270 109 full Sea Otter Recovery Sea Otter Recovery https://americorps.podbean.com/e/sea-otter-recovery/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/sea-otter-recovery/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:41:37 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/56d54528-7af7-3e8c-b1c3-c23f9e4fb895 "Elakha" is one of the many Native American words for Sea Otter. Oregon is the only west coast state that no longer has sea otters. Learn more about this keystone species and recovery efforts when we speak with Chanel Hanson of the Elakha Alliance.

]]> "Elakha" is one of the many Native American words for Sea Otter. Oregon is the only west coast state that no longer has sea otters. Learn more about this keystone species and recovery efforts when we speak with Chanel Hanson of the Elakha Alliance.

]]> false No 3368 108 full The Crater Lake Wilderness Proposal The Crater Lake Wilderness Proposal https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-crater-lake-wilderness-proposal/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-crater-lake-wilderness-proposal/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:19:14 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/a29f9074-43df-3ea4-a80a-eea51e915538 Learn more about the proposal for placing Crater Lake into the Wilderness System and granting it the protection it deserves.

]]> Learn more about the proposal for placing Crater Lake into the Wilderness System and granting it the protection it deserves.

]]> false No 3237 107 full The Effect of Climate Change on Insects The Effect of Climate Change on Insects https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-effect-of-climate-change-on-insects/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-effect-of-climate-change-on-insects/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:11:08 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/832ac1d8-5a56-30af-8e09-fddf87ad1b04 Climate change affects us all. But it has real repercussions for the insect world that is the base for our food web and the source of so much healthy ecological functioning.

]]> Climate change affects us all. But it has real repercussions for the insect world that is the base for our food web and the source of so much healthy ecological functioning.

]]> false No 3458 106 full Plant Based Diets and the Environment Plant Based Diets and the Environment https://americorps.podbean.com/e/plant-based-diets-and-the-environment/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/plant-based-diets-and-the-environment/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:07:22 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/19659a43-8e96-37ae-bf08-440ed3b70e7e The impact of a plant based diet on our environment, and our bodies.

]]> The impact of a plant based diet on our environment, and our bodies.

]]> false No 3577 105 full Bee Keeping Bee Keeping https://americorps.podbean.com/e/bee-keeping/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/bee-keeping/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:22:09 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3dd0fa03-26cb-3bb4-97c2-85da63533c9b Bees, 0f all types, pollinate 75% of all the fruits, vegetables, and nuts in the United States. Learn more about their importance, and how to raise bees, as we talk with the Umpqua Valley Beekeepers Association.

]]> Bees, 0f all types, pollinate 75% of all the fruits, vegetables, and nuts in the United States. Learn more about their importance, and how to raise bees, as we talk with the Umpqua Valley Beekeepers Association.

]]> false No 3482 104 full Serenity One Source Serenity One Source https://americorps.podbean.com/e/serenity-one-source/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/serenity-one-source/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:17:43 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/65fcecf6-748c-3ac1-b472-c8902f568099 Serenity One Source is an incredible program that links veterans with the environment to empower them to regain their purpose and build the community.

]]> Serenity One Source is an incredible program that links veterans with the environment to empower them to regain their purpose and build the community.

]]> false No 2720 103 full Global Warming and the Effect on Wildlife Global Warming and the Effect on Wildlife https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-and-the-effect-on-wildlife/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/global-warming-and-the-effect-on-wildlife/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 16:02:08 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/50142571-808e-3394-bef3-d744376791ee Global warming is as much a threat to wildlife as it is to humans. Learn more as we we speak with Betsy Glenn, Partnership Ecologist for the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center

]]> Global warming is as much a threat to wildlife as it is to humans. Learn more as we we speak with Betsy Glenn, Partnership Ecologist for the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center

]]> false No 3406 102 full Prescribed Burning Prescribed Burning https://americorps.podbean.com/e/prescribed-burning/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/prescribed-burning/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:57:21 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/9aef70d4-c453-35ca-a69d-8208f36ade73 Prescribed burning is the practice of intentionally using fire for ecological management of a healthy ecosystem. Learn more when we speak with Csanyi Matusicky of the Umpqua Valley Prescribed Burn Association!

]]> Prescribed burning is the practice of intentionally using fire for ecological management of a healthy ecosystem. Learn more when we speak with Csanyi Matusicky of the Umpqua Valley Prescribed Burn Association!

]]> false No 3477 101 full Serving with UCAN Americorps Serving with UCAN Americorps https://americorps.podbean.com/e/serving-with-ucan-americorps/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/serving-with-ucan-americorps/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:48:44 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b3798fcf-97bc-32e5-aaf2-02f08855474d UCAN Americorps offers fantastic opportunities for people of all backgrounds to serve communities through education, outreach, and other services, addressing the nation's most pressing problems. Check out how it's working in our community today with personal stories from individuals serving now.

]]> UCAN Americorps offers fantastic opportunities for people of all backgrounds to serve communities through education, outreach, and other services, addressing the nation's most pressing problems. Check out how it's working in our community today with personal stories from individuals serving now.

]]> false No 3270 100 full Indigenous Burning Practices Indigenous Burning Practices https://americorps.podbean.com/e/indigenous-burning-practices/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/indigenous-burning-practices/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:31:14 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/0ee2fe61-bc77-3a94-a1e0-2ecce1b3bf08 Indigenous Burning practices to promote healthy forests have been used for thousands of years. Learn more about using fire as a management tool for healthy ecosystems and the cultural relevance of this practice as we speak with Jesse Jackson, President of the Takelma Cultural Center.

]]> Indigenous Burning practices to promote healthy forests have been used for thousands of years. Learn more about using fire as a management tool for healthy ecosystems and the cultural relevance of this practice as we speak with Jesse Jackson, President of the Takelma Cultural Center.

]]> false No 3331 99 full History and Status of the Wolf in the Pacific Northwest History and Status of the Wolf in the Pacific Northwest https://americorps.podbean.com/e/history-and-status-of-the-wolf-in-the-pacific-northwest/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/history-and-status-of-the-wolf-in-the-pacific-northwest/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:26:52 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/e1437edf-b26c-339d-ba15-24e2ad5c1e1d Crucial to driving evolution and balancing the ecosystem, wolves are an integral part of a healthy and vibrant ecosystem. Learn more as we speak with Amaroq Weiss of the Center for Biological Diversity.

]]> Crucial to driving evolution and balancing the ecosystem, wolves are an integral part of a healthy and vibrant ecosystem. Learn more as we speak with Amaroq Weiss of the Center for Biological Diversity.

]]> false No 3537 98 full Ecological, Social and Economic Costs of Deforestation Ecological, Social and Economic Costs of Deforestation https://americorps.podbean.com/e/ecological-social-and-economic-costs-of-deforestation/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/ecological-social-and-economic-costs-of-deforestation/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:21:02 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/bd42181a-1cf8-307b-a776-1d5942ed19dd What are the actual ecological, social, and economic costs associated with deforestation? Explore the true cost to us, our environment, biodiversity and our communities as we talk to economist Ernie Niemi about the not so hidden costs of removing trees.

]]> What are the actual ecological, social, and economic costs associated with deforestation? Explore the true cost to us, our environment, biodiversity and our communities as we talk to economist Ernie Niemi about the not so hidden costs of removing trees.

]]> false No 3324 97 full Soil, Seed and Restoration of Native Flora Soil, Seed and Restoration of Native Flora https://americorps.podbean.com/e/soil-seed-and-restoration-of-native-flora/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/soil-seed-and-restoration-of-native-flora/#comments Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:11:18 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f4845489-d807-328c-b751-7cd9147b237d Restoration and conservation of native species and our ecosystem depends on soil and seeds. Learn more with Morgan Fay of the Understory Initiative.

]]> Restoration and conservation of native species and our ecosystem depends on soil and seeds. Learn more with Morgan Fay of the Understory Initiative.

]]> false No 3543 96 full Care of Oregon's High Desert Wildlife with Think Wild Care of Oregon's High Desert Wildlife with Think Wild https://americorps.podbean.com/e/care-of-oregons-high-desert-wildlife-with-think-wild/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/care-of-oregons-high-desert-wildlife-with-think-wild/#comments Thu, 16 May 2024 05:37:52 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/9cc7540c-955d-31b0-8d73-ab2119fe3366 Oregon's beautiful and unique high desert country benefits from the incredible care and protection of native wildlife through education, rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation by the organization Think Wild.

]]> Oregon's beautiful and unique high desert country benefits from the incredible care and protection of native wildlife through education, rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation by the organization Think Wild.

]]> false No 3492 95 full Restoring the Understory with the Understory Initiative Restoring the Understory with the Understory Initiative https://americorps.podbean.com/e/restoring-the-understory-with-the-understory-initiative/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/restoring-the-understory-with-the-understory-initiative/#comments Thu, 16 May 2024 05:32:34 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/28fa9228-16f0-324c-a3e9-cad1f02cb613 Restoring the Understory! Vegetation monitoring, seed collection, planting and seeding, sensitive species monitoring, partnership building and education - it's all about restoring the understory with the Understory Initiative.

]]> Restoring the Understory! Vegetation monitoring, seed collection, planting and seeding, sensitive species monitoring, partnership building and education - it's all about restoring the understory with the Understory Initiative.

]]> false No 3538 94 full PHISH! And the Intersection of Arts, Music and the Environment PHISH! And the Intersection of Arts, Music and the Environment https://americorps.podbean.com/e/phish-and-the-intersection-of-arts-music-and-the-environment/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/phish-and-the-intersection-of-arts-music-and-the-environment/#comments Thu, 16 May 2024 05:25:14 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/dbc84ff0-00a0-3129-8c18-2b1ac70a2a87 PHISH! Explore the intersection of the arts, music, and the environment as we discuss this band's dedication to environmental issues, the incredible creations of the artist Brooke Knuckles, and how people from different passions come together to create and celebrate "Waves" at the Phish Studies Conference.

]]> PHISH! Explore the intersection of the arts, music, and the environment as we discuss this band's dedication to environmental issues, the incredible creations of the artist Brooke Knuckles, and how people from different passions come together to create and celebrate "Waves" at the Phish Studies Conference.

]]> false No 3331 93 full Freshwater Mussels Freshwater Mussels https://americorps.podbean.com/e/freshwater-mussels/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/freshwater-mussels/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:49:19 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/ce54ddc0-4ace-30f8-8c78-b8706eb4b331 Freshwater mussels are the "liver of the river." There's a reason why water quality is so much better near a mussel bed!

]]> Freshwater mussels are the "liver of the river." There's a reason why water quality is so much better near a mussel bed!

]]> false No 3375 92 full Conservation Dogs Conservation Dogs https://americorps.podbean.com/e/conservation-dogs/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/conservation-dogs/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:43:05 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b1de91ed-5173-3fc6-a0f0-755c10c498c0 Conservation Dogs! From locating endangered species to alerting to invasive species, dogs are doing their part to help conservation and preserve the planet by making a snifference every day!

]]> Conservation Dogs! From locating endangered species to alerting to invasive species, dogs are doing their part to help conservation and preserve the planet by making a snifference every day!

]]> false No 3569 91 full Wild Horses and Burros of Oregon Wild Horses and Burros of Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wild-horses-and-burros-of-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/wild-horses-and-burros-of-oregon/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:47:28 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/31b7bede-921c-3763-84a6-6d112bc9ef4f The beautiful wild horses and burros of Oregon - their legal status, conditions and threats, and the controversy and support surrounding their presence on public lands.

]]> The beautiful wild horses and burros of Oregon - their legal status, conditions and threats, and the controversy and support surrounding their presence on public lands.

]]> false No 3463 90 full Birds of Prey Birds of Prey https://americorps.podbean.com/e/birds-of-prey/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/birds-of-prey/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2024 06:40:52 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/2c7e2f9e-7f41-3100-aef2-bc9354c0f283 The word raptor is derived from the Latin word "raptare' which means to "seize violently and drag away." Learn more about the fascinating world of birds of prey.

]]> The word raptor is derived from the Latin word "raptare' which means to "seize violently and drag away." Learn more about the fascinating world of birds of prey.

]]> false No 3429 89 full Communication Styles and Effective Communication Communication Styles and Effective Communication https://americorps.podbean.com/e/communication-styles-and-effective-communication/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/communication-styles-and-effective-communication/#comments Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:44:12 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6c57de6c-bc96-381b-961f-45fd6f4e4c79 Learn how to speak THEIR language when communicating with others. Identify communication style and learn how to present your ideas in a way that others will understand.

]]> Learn how to speak THEIR language when communicating with others. Identify communication style and learn how to present your ideas in a way that others will understand.

]]> false No 3531 88 full 4 Ladies in Tennis Shoes and Status of the Crater Lake Wilderness Proposal 4 Ladies in Tennis Shoes and Status of the Crater Lake Wilderness Proposal https://americorps.podbean.com/e/4-ladies-in-tennis-shoes-and-status-of-the-crater-lake-wilderness-proposal/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/4-ladies-in-tennis-shoes-and-status-of-the-crater-lake-wilderness-proposal/#comments Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:42:00 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/9ae9c758-4caa-3c7c-9870-e51c3caa13bb Learn about the incredible citizen science by "4 Ladies in Tennis Shoes" and the status of the Proposed Crater Lake Wilderness Area

]]> Learn about the incredible citizen science by "4 Ladies in Tennis Shoes" and the status of the Proposed Crater Lake Wilderness Area

]]> false No 22 87 full Western Pond Turtle Western Pond Turtle https://americorps.podbean.com/e/western-pond-turtle/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/western-pond-turtle/#comments Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:36:50 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/93001c96-9676-3584-9386-ffecf71371e5 Populations of the western pond turtle are in decline due to habitat loss, endangered species and disease. We talk with Drs Bruce and Gwen Bury

]]> Populations of the western pond turtle are in decline due to habitat loss, endangered species and disease. We talk with Drs Bruce and Gwen Bury

]]> false No 3548 86 full The Rural Organizating Project of Oregon The Rural Organizating Project of Oregon https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-rural-organizating-project-of-oregon/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-rural-organizating-project-of-oregon/#comments Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:52:43 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3ab46b32-e5a4-3605-a60f-9a6570f80ac4 Explore the work of the Rural Organizing Project (ROP) of Oregon, and organization dedicated to building and supporting a shared standard of human dignity.

]]> Explore the work of the Rural Organizing Project (ROP) of Oregon, and organization dedicated to building and supporting a shared standard of human dignity.

]]> false No 3547 85 full Step Outside, The Plants Are Calling You Step Outside, The Plants Are Calling You https://americorps.podbean.com/e/step-outside-the-plants-are-calling-you/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/step-outside-the-plants-are-calling-you/#comments Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:48:14 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/8aac06ad-0a74-3b2e-9676-6dcf552508b7 Lauren Kemple of Backyard Wildcraft takes us into the field. Learn about what is offered freely in nature around us, and how to explore it with sensitivity and care.

]]> Lauren Kemple of Backyard Wildcraft takes us into the field. Learn about what is offered freely in nature around us, and how to explore it with sensitivity and care.

]]> false No 3564 84 full The Umpqua Chub and Interpreting the Overall Health of an Ecosystem The Umpqua Chub and Interpreting the Overall Health of an Ecosystem https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-umpqua-chub-and-interpreting-the-overall-health-of-an-ecosystem/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-umpqua-chub-and-interpreting-the-overall-health-of-an-ecosystem/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:37:18 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/9f441ebc-7631-3988-9142-ff307aa395d4 It's a rather small, insubstantial little fish. Does it really matter? The Umpqua Chub is endemic to the Umpqua River, and its viability is in question. What does it say about the overall health of an ecosystem when it loses an endemic species? Learn more when we speak with Stan Petrowski and how we interpret ecosystem health.

]]> It's a rather small, insubstantial little fish. Does it really matter? The Umpqua Chub is endemic to the Umpqua River, and its viability is in question. What does it say about the overall health of an ecosystem when it loses an endemic species? Learn more when we speak with Stan Petrowski and how we interpret ecosystem health.

]]> false No 3404 83 full Salvage, Fuel and Forest Management Salvage, Fuel and Forest Management https://americorps.podbean.com/e/salvage-fuel-and-forest-management/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/salvage-fuel-and-forest-management/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2024 14:22:34 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3683f4ae-fb68-36ba-90ee-b9f4585386b4 Ken Carloni speaks on the issue of salvage, in consideration of ecosystem integrity and function, fire awareness, and best practices forest health.

]]> Ken Carloni speaks on the issue of salvage, in consideration of ecosystem integrity and function, fire awareness, and best practices forest health.

]]> false No 3510 82 full Nature's Incredible Engineer, the Beaver Nature's Incredible Engineer, the Beaver https://americorps.podbean.com/e/natures-incredible-engineer-the-beaver/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/natures-incredible-engineer-the-beaver/#comments Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:39:00 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f25bc593-ea95-3538-a6c2-97b3dfda3aa6 Nature's incredible engineer, the beaver. 200 years ago, one of the largest corporations on earth tried to kill every beaver in the Pacific Northwest. Now, 200 years later, we are more and more realizing the incredible environmental impact this keystone animal has on the health of the ecosystem. Join us as we explore the history of the beaver in Oregon, and the incredible role they play, with Reese Mercer of the Western Beaver's Cooperative.

]]> Nature's incredible engineer, the beaver. 200 years ago, one of the largest corporations on earth tried to kill every beaver in the Pacific Northwest. Now, 200 years later, we are more and more realizing the incredible environmental impact this keystone animal has on the health of the ecosystem. Join us as we explore the history of the beaver in Oregon, and the incredible role they play, with Reese Mercer of the Western Beaver's Cooperative.

]]> false No 3600 81 full The Threat of Invasive Species The Threat of Invasive Species https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-threat-of-invasive-species/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-threat-of-invasive-species/#comments Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:13:16 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b800ccf7-189c-3969-9409-c2b378b1221a Invasive species pose a significant threat to ecosystems, economies, and human health worldwide. They can disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native species for resources, altering habitats, and sometimes introducing diseases. The economic impact is also considerable, as invasive species can damage agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Additionally, they can affect human health by introducing new allergens or acting as vectors for diseases. Learn more as we talk with Samuel Chan of the Oregon Invasive Species Council.

]]> Invasive species pose a significant threat to ecosystems, economies, and human health worldwide. They can disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native species for resources, altering habitats, and sometimes introducing diseases. The economic impact is also considerable, as invasive species can damage agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Additionally, they can affect human health by introducing new allergens or acting as vectors for diseases. Learn more as we talk with Samuel Chan of the Oregon Invasive Species Council.

]]> false No 3619 80 full Flight Paths - Mystery of Bird Migration Flight Paths - Mystery of Bird Migration https://americorps.podbean.com/e/flight-paths-mystery-of-bird-migration/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/flight-paths-mystery-of-bird-migration/#comments Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:09:02 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/ae98ec8b-8b6b-38bc-a0df-f20bf997a027 How do they do it? How do they know? Every year, throughout the year, different communities of birds migrate. Whether it's a long distance marathon or a season altitudinal change, birds just seem to know when, where, and how to make the move. Learn about the latest technologies used to track these fascinating migrations with Author Rebecca Heisman

]]> How do they do it? How do they know? Every year, throughout the year, different communities of birds migrate. Whether it's a long distance marathon or a season altitudinal change, birds just seem to know when, where, and how to make the move. Learn about the latest technologies used to track these fascinating migrations with Author Rebecca Heisman

]]> false No 3544 79 full The Scientific Impacts of the Winchester Dam on the Fish of the North Umpqua The Scientific Impacts of the Winchester Dam on the Fish of the North Umpqua https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-scientific-impacts-of-the-winchester-dam-on-the-fish-of-the-north-umpqua/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-scientific-impacts-of-the-winchester-dam-on-the-fish-of-the-north-umpqua/#comments Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:29:59 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f334443f-c829-3a06-a70c-0df2c7a7242e Jeffrey Dose, fisheries biologist with over 30 years experience in the Umpqua, explores the actual scientific impacts of the Winchester Dam near Roseburg, Oregon on the fish of the North Umpqua River.

]]> Jeffrey Dose, fisheries biologist with over 30 years experience in the Umpqua, explores the actual scientific impacts of the Winchester Dam near Roseburg, Oregon on the fish of the North Umpqua River.

]]> false No 3404 78 full SLO Beaver Brigade- California's Restoration of the Beaver SLO Beaver Brigade- California's Restoration of the Beaver https://americorps.podbean.com/e/slo-beaver-brigade-californias-restoration-of-the-beaver/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/slo-beaver-brigade-californias-restoration-of-the-beaver/#comments Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:25:54 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/7c47c986-4dbf-39eb-8b36-fa133a396dff Nature's Master Architect, the beaver, is considered by many an invasive species in California. Learn how this is being disproved and the work by the SLO Beaver Brigade to restore this native keystone species.

]]> Nature's Master Architect, the beaver, is considered by many an invasive species in California. Learn how this is being disproved and the work by the SLO Beaver Brigade to restore this native keystone species.

]]> false No 3536 77 full Master Gardener - Winter Preparations Master Gardener - Winter Preparations https://americorps.podbean.com/e/master-gardener-winter-preparations/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/master-gardener-winter-preparations/#comments Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:21:42 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/bf0e3030-2aa4-3552-b8e5-67b1911268a7 It may be winter, but there's plenty of gardening to be done! Master Gardener Bruce Gravins explores the best practices for winter care of gardens and preparation for spring.

]]> It may be winter, but there's plenty of gardening to be done! Master Gardener Bruce Gravins explores the best practices for winter care of gardens and preparation for spring.

]]> false No 3333 76 full MushROAMING! An exploration of the Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest MushROAMING! An exploration of the Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mushroaming-an-exploration-of-the-mushrooms-of-the-pacific-northwest/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/mushroaming-an-exploration-of-the-mushrooms-of-the-pacific-northwest/#comments Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:57:49 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/7463678c-ba7e-35ec-94ff-4f203e47b73f Experience MushROAMING! As we talk with mushroom expert Daniel Winkler, with a special emphasis on the mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest.

]]> Experience MushROAMING! As we talk with mushroom expert Daniel Winkler, with a special emphasis on the mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest.

]]> false No 3551 75 full Forest Therapy with Forest Therapist Jesse Remer Forest Therapy with Forest Therapist Jesse Remer https://americorps.podbean.com/e/forest-therapy/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/forest-therapy/#comments Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:51:41 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/5ba7d9d4-ed62-3b1b-8be1-61dba0fdcc65 Take a deep breath... and embrace the benefits of increased mental health and well being through connecting with nature. This episode explores how nature enhances health, wellness and happiness with Forest Therapist Jesse Remer.

]]> Take a deep breath... and embrace the benefits of increased mental health and well being through connecting with nature. This episode explores how nature enhances health, wellness and happiness with Forest Therapist Jesse Remer.

]]> false No 3445 74 full The Art of Communication in Diverse Communities The Art of Communication in Diverse Communities https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-art-of-communication/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-art-of-communication/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:45:22 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/d4d126f9-4e4d-35a2-a1a4-9fb52e54e8b2 Our beautiful watershed is a priceless commonality that brings us all together. So why is communicating about this treasure be so tricky? Exploring the art of communication with Dr. Jean Erickson, communication and career coach, educator, and public speaker.

]]> Our beautiful watershed is a priceless commonality that brings us all together. So why is communicating about this treasure be so tricky? Exploring the art of communication with Dr. Jean Erickson, communication and career coach, educator, and public speaker.

]]> false No 3588 73 full ”Managing Your Personal Property With Good Ecology in Mind” - Episode 101 ”Managing Your Personal Property With Good Ecology in Mind” - Episode 101 https://americorps.podbean.com/e/managingyour-personal-property-with-good-ecology-in-mind-episode-101/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/managingyour-personal-property-with-good-ecology-in-mind-episode-101/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:45:32 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6f375cfa-44de-31b2-a238-21424f6604f7 We speak with Matthew Hunter, Wildlife Ecologist, Field Naturalist and Guide, about best practices when managing your private property with good ecology in mind. How to identify and recognize the features of your property, unusual or interesting species, competing species, and how to make it all work well together.

]]> We speak with Matthew Hunter, Wildlife Ecologist, Field Naturalist and Guide, about best practices when managing your private property with good ecology in mind. How to identify and recognize the features of your property, unusual or interesting species, competing species, and how to make it all work well together.

]]> false No 3332 72 full ”It’s a Water Catchment, not a Water Shed” - Episode 105 ”It’s a Water Catchment, not a Water Shed” - Episode 105 https://americorps.podbean.com/e/it-s-a-water-catchment-not-a-water-shed-episode-105/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/it-s-a-water-catchment-not-a-water-shed-episode-105/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:32:56 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/95ab3ba5-0047-3124-8d82-c779a56ae5fe Cindy Haws, President of the Umpqua Natural Leadership Science Hub (UNLSH), explores the watershed as an imperative and irreplaceable water catchment system.

]]> Cindy Haws, President of the Umpqua Natural Leadership Science Hub (UNLSH), explores the watershed as an imperative and irreplaceable water catchment system.

]]> false No 3579 71 full The Incredible Pacific Lamprey - Episode 104 The Incredible Pacific Lamprey - Episode 104 https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-incredible-pacific-lamprey/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/the-incredible-pacific-lamprey/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:27:25 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/51114763-9713-3e62-a607-650668c7cad0 Ralph Lampman and Dave'y Lumley of the Yakama Nation Fisheries Pacific Lamprey Project discuss the amazing, prehistoric Pacific Lamprey which has survived 5 mass extinctions, but is now facing serious threats. The current threat they are facing today represents more than 400 million years of impact combined. 

]]> Ralph Lampman and Dave'y Lumley of the Yakama Nation Fisheries Pacific Lamprey Project discuss the amazing, prehistoric Pacific Lamprey which has survived 5 mass extinctions, but is now facing serious threats. The current threat they are facing today represents more than 400 million years of impact combined. 

]]> false No 3460 70 full A look at Invasive Species and the Far Reaching Consequences - Episode 103 A look at Invasive Species and the Far Reaching Consequences - Episode 103 https://americorps.podbean.com/e/a-look-at-invasie-species-and-the-far-reaching-consequences/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/a-look-at-invasie-species-and-the-far-reaching-consequences/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:19:07 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/d41e8f40-1624-3c8f-a2e1-ab9a2c1f348b We are delighted to speak with Samuel Chan, associate professor in fisheries and wildlife at OSU. He serves as the Seat Grant Extension statewide aquatic invasive species and watershed health specialist and current Oregon Invasive Species Council, Vice Chair. Invasive species pose a significant threat to ecosystems, economies, and human health worldwide. They can disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native species for resources, altering habitats, and sometimes introducing diseases. The economic impact is also considerable, as invasive species can damage agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Additionally, they can affect human health by introducing new allergens or acting as vectors for diseases. Learn more as we talk with Samuel Chan of the Oregon Invasive Species Council.

]]> We are delighted to speak with Samuel Chan, associate professor in fisheries and wildlife at OSU. He serves as the Seat Grant Extension statewide aquatic invasive species and watershed health specialist and current Oregon Invasive Species Council, Vice Chair. Invasive species pose a significant threat to ecosystems, economies, and human health worldwide. They can disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native species for resources, altering habitats, and sometimes introducing diseases. The economic impact is also considerable, as invasive species can damage agriculture, forestry, and fisheries. Additionally, they can affect human health by introducing new allergens or acting as vectors for diseases. Learn more as we talk with Samuel Chan of the Oregon Invasive Species Council.

]]> false No 3619 69 full ”Make Art, Not Trash” - Episode 102 ”Make Art, Not Trash” - Episode 102 https://americorps.podbean.com/e/make-art-not-trash-episode-100/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/make-art-not-trash-episode-100/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:13:12 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c2f05dab-667c-36d2-9dc9-2d50c87dc870 We are speaking with Elizabeth Roberts, a beachcomber and beach artist from Brandon, Oregon. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast and contributing artist at the Washed Ashore Project in Brandon. Her artwork is incredible, motivating and inspiring, as she educates people about harmful plastic pollution.

]]> We are speaking with Elizabeth Roberts, a beachcomber and beach artist from Brandon, Oregon. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast and contributing artist at the Washed Ashore Project in Brandon. Her artwork is incredible, motivating and inspiring, as she educates people about harmful plastic pollution.

]]> false No 3372 68 full Episode 64: Peer2Peer Program Episode 64: Peer2Peer Program https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-64-peer2peer-program/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-64-peer2peer-program/#comments Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:59:03 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/a9e6f6fd-2562-3496-a1bb-5b81ca009e75 This episode features a few different people involved in the Peer2Peer program hosted by South Umpqua High School, the student agree to spend a few weeks working for a job that they are interested in. Umpqua Watersheds had the opportunity to host two students, a mentor (Ashlee Everett) and mentee (Malachi Flessas). The students talk about what they learned during their time with the organizations, along with their job site coordinator.

The second half of the episode features guest speaker Les Rogers, the Transition Network Facilitator for Douglas, Coos and Curry counties. Along side Les, was Vicki Poore another work site coordinator with ESD. These two discuss the program, history, importance and impact this program has on the entire community.

]]> This episode features a few different people involved in the Peer2Peer program hosted by South Umpqua High School, the student agree to spend a few weeks working for a job that they are interested in. Umpqua Watersheds had the opportunity to host two students, a mentor (Ashlee Everett) and mentee (Malachi Flessas). The students talk about what they learned during their time with the organizations, along with their job site coordinator.

The second half of the episode features guest speaker Les Rogers, the Transition Network Facilitator for Douglas, Coos and Curry counties. Along side Les, was Vicki Poore another work site coordinator with ESD. These two discuss the program, history, importance and impact this program has on the entire community.

]]> false No 3405 67 full Episode 63: Jacob Lebel talks about the case Juliana v. United States Episode 63: Jacob Lebel talks about the case Juliana v. United States https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-63-jacob-lebel-talks-about-the-case-juliana-v-united-states/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-63-jacob-lebel-talks-about-the-case-juliana-v-united-states/#comments Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:53:13 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/a3ad245f-5a41-3bc7-95e8-1943a3705f1a This episode features a local environmental activist Jacob Lebel, who is one of the plaintiffs suing the government for climate related impacts and how this will effect future generations. This episode provides a lot of great information regarding the case and why it is significant.

]]> This episode features a local environmental activist Jacob Lebel, who is one of the plaintiffs suing the government for climate related impacts and how this will effect future generations. This episode provides a lot of great information regarding the case and why it is significant.

]]> false No 3402 66 full Episode 62: Interview with Max Smoot Frogleg Art Studio Episode 62: Interview with Max Smoot Frogleg Art Studio https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-62-interview-with-max-smoot-frogleg-art-studio/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-62-interview-with-max-smoot-frogleg-art-studio/#comments Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:37:38 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6158fe9a-097e-323f-9aa9-4d3f201010eb This episode features quest speaker Max Smoot from Cass Studio/Frogleg Studio in Roseburg, Oregon. He speaks about his experience as an artist in a rural area and trying to get the community involved art activities.

The second portion of the episode features a segment from speaking with green teacher about art.

]]> This episode features quest speaker Max Smoot from Cass Studio/Frogleg Studio in Roseburg, Oregon. He speaks about his experience as an artist in a rural area and trying to get the community involved art activities.

The second portion of the episode features a segment from speaking with green teacher about art.

]]> false No 3599 65 full Episode 61: Interview with Steve Denney Episode 61: Interview with Steve Denney https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-61-interview-with-steve-denney/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-61-interview-with-steve-denney/#comments Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:33:17 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/07055160-7996-34f2-a55d-5a13d53fc18c This interview features guest speaker Steve Denney from the Umpqua Oaks Partnership to discuss the impact oak species have on the ecosystem health and restoration projects.

]]> This interview features guest speaker Steve Denney from the Umpqua Oaks Partnership to discuss the impact oak species have on the ecosystem health and restoration projects.

]]> false No 3327 64 full Episode 60: Interview with AmeriCorps Lakia and Louisa Episode 60: Interview with AmeriCorps Lakia and Louisa https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-60-interview-with-americorps-lakia-and-louisa/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-60-interview-with-americorps-lakia-and-louisa/#comments Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:29:40 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/ee67c0c0-86e6-3615-9fe7-c0b320f1ec91 This interview features Lakia Burnside-Atkinson and Louisa D'Amico-Erlandson from UCAN AmeriCorps to discuss their service term and projects they have been focused on.

The second half of the interview features a segment from speaking with green teacher.

]]> This interview features Lakia Burnside-Atkinson and Louisa D'Amico-Erlandson from UCAN AmeriCorps to discuss their service term and projects they have been focused on.

The second half of the interview features a segment from speaking with green teacher.

]]> false No 3588 63 full Episode 59: Interview with UCAN Americorps (Tracy and Kaitlyn) Episode 59: Interview with UCAN Americorps (Tracy and Kaitlyn) https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-59-interview-with-ucan-americorps-tracy-and-kaitlyn/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-59-interview-with-ucan-americorps-tracy-and-kaitlyn/#comments Thu, 04 May 2023 14:54:54 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f8c4d520-b266-3ed6-a43c-bd621c7cf2a6 This interview features two guest speakers from UCAN AmeriCorps, Tracy Maxwell serving with Umpqua Valley Audubon Society as the Outreach Coordinator and Kaitlyn Miner serving with Douglas County Partners Students Success as the Brightworks STEAM Education to Career Mentor.

The two speak about their experiences with UCAN AmeriCorps and the projects they have been working on since starting their service with UCAN AmeriCorps.

]]> This interview features two guest speakers from UCAN AmeriCorps, Tracy Maxwell serving with Umpqua Valley Audubon Society as the Outreach Coordinator and Kaitlyn Miner serving with Douglas County Partners Students Success as the Brightworks STEAM Education to Career Mentor.

The two speak about their experiences with UCAN AmeriCorps and the projects they have been working on since starting their service with UCAN AmeriCorps.

]]> false No 3680 62 full Episode 58: Earth Day History/Local Events and Green Teacher Segment Episode 58: Earth Day History/Local Events and Green Teacher Segment https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-58-earth-day-historylocal-events-and-green-teacher-segment/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-58-earth-day-historylocal-events-and-green-teacher-segment/#comments Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:54:10 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/0b959ed6-80c5-3653-be85-198ccf68b22f This episode features guest speakers Kasey Hovik, the executive director of Umpqua Watersheds joining us to discuss the history of earth day and upcoming events. Tracy Maxwell with Umpqua Valley Audubon Society to discuss their upcoming earth day event and Melanie MacKinnon representing Douglas County Global Warming Coalition, discussing earth day event hosted by the Umpqua Transportation Electrification Team and co-sponsored by Pacific Power, DCGWC, FORTH, Umpqua Watersheds, and Aviva Health.

In the later portion of this episode we feature a special segment by Talking with Green Teacher. What are some common misconceptions about trees? How can we foster meaningful experiences with them? In which situations does anthropomorphizing work and not work? Arborist Ian Allan spends most of his time among trees in the 200 hectares of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Wilderness Area that he manages in New South Wales, Australia. He has amassed a treasure trove of stories and insights about the woody giants that surround us and provide so many ecosystems services. Ian joined us to discuss how to connect trees with people — both the initiated and the uninitiated. He also shared some details about a new project being conducted in partnership with a local First Nation.

]]> This episode features guest speakers Kasey Hovik, the executive director of Umpqua Watersheds joining us to discuss the history of earth day and upcoming events. Tracy Maxwell with Umpqua Valley Audubon Society to discuss their upcoming earth day event and Melanie MacKinnon representing Douglas County Global Warming Coalition, discussing earth day event hosted by the Umpqua Transportation Electrification Team and co-sponsored by Pacific Power, DCGWC, FORTH, Umpqua Watersheds, and Aviva Health.

In the later portion of this episode we feature a special segment by Talking with Green Teacher. What are some common misconceptions about trees? How can we foster meaningful experiences with them? In which situations does anthropomorphizing work and not work? Arborist Ian Allan spends most of his time among trees in the 200 hectares of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Wilderness Area that he manages in New South Wales, Australia. He has amassed a treasure trove of stories and insights about the woody giants that surround us and provide so many ecosystems services. Ian joined us to discuss how to connect trees with people — both the initiated and the uninitiated. He also shared some details about a new project being conducted in partnership with a local First Nation.

]]> false No 3595 61 full Episode 57: Interview with UCAN AmeriCorps (Ethan and Teighan) Episode 57: Interview with UCAN AmeriCorps (Ethan and Teighan) https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-57-interview-with-ucan-americorps/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-57-interview-with-ucan-americorps/#comments Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:25:50 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c2cb9509-9a91-3d46-a145-c8ad9b22d9cd This episode features two UCAN AmeriCorps, Ethan Robison in his role as Pollinator Education and Outreach Specialist serving at Pollinator Project Rogue Valley and Teighan Carnagey in his role as Community Engagement Leader serving at UCAN. The two discuss their service terms, projects and upcoming events.

 

]]> This episode features two UCAN AmeriCorps, Ethan Robison in his role as Pollinator Education and Outreach Specialist serving at Pollinator Project Rogue Valley and Teighan Carnagey in his role as Community Engagement Leader serving at UCAN. The two discuss their service terms, projects and upcoming events.

 

]]> false No 3419 60 full Episode 56: Interview with the Oregon Wild Horse Organization Episode 56: Interview with the Oregon Wild Horse Organization https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-56-interview-with-the-oregon-wild-horse-organization/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-56-interview-with-the-oregon-wild-horse-organization/#comments Wed, 05 Apr 2023 11:02:21 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/dc356957-5411-3487-98e4-6182a6ebb09a This episode features quest speaker Theresa Barbour with the Oregon Wild Horse Organization to talk about wild horses and burrows in Oregon. She discusses the impact that horses have on the land compared to cattle, the importance of wild horses in the food chain, their native status, and BLM's management of wild horses on public lands.

]]> This episode features quest speaker Theresa Barbour with the Oregon Wild Horse Organization to talk about wild horses and burrows in Oregon. She discusses the impact that horses have on the land compared to cattle, the importance of wild horses in the food chain, their native status, and BLM's management of wild horses on public lands.

]]> false No 3534 59 full Episode 55: Interview with a local Resident - Chriset Episode 55: Interview with a local Resident - Chriset https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-55-interview-with-a-local-resident-chriset/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-55-interview-with-a-local-resident-chriset/#comments Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:24:48 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/87b6b789-b377-3314-a5ec-be56599e84b5 This episode features guest speaker Chriset Palenshus, a local resident joining us to discuss the impact of white supremacy on land use and forestry management, ingenious practices and cultures.  She wears many different hats, as a birth worker, mother, business owner, advocate of LGBTQIA+, gardener and more!

Chriset does not speak for any organization, she does not represent anyone, and this is her personal opinion.

]]> This episode features guest speaker Chriset Palenshus, a local resident joining us to discuss the impact of white supremacy on land use and forestry management, ingenious practices and cultures.  She wears many different hats, as a birth worker, mother, business owner, advocate of LGBTQIA+, gardener and more!

Chriset does not speak for any organization, she does not represent anyone, and this is her personal opinion.

]]> false No 3640 58 full Episode 54:Why Raptors are the Solution and a special segment from Talking with Green Teacher Episode 54:Why Raptors are the Solution and a special segment from Talking with Green Teacher https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-54why-raptors-are-the-solution-and-a-special-segment-from-talking-with-green-teacher/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-54why-raptors-are-the-solution-and-a-special-segment-from-talking-with-green-teacher/#comments Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:14:08 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/3a0dd8ae-92ee-317d-a7f6-e02c34c239c5 This episode features Lisa Owens-Viani joining us to discuss why raptors are the solution. Lisa discusses the impacts of rodenticide on rats, raptors and bird of prey. The impacts of rodenticide on other wildlife.

]]> This episode features Lisa Owens-Viani joining us to discuss why raptors are the solution. Lisa discusses the impacts of rodenticide on rats, raptors and bird of prey. The impacts of rodenticide on other wildlife.

]]> false No 3647 57 full Episode 53: Let’s talk with a local Douglas County band, Face for Radio Episode 53: Let’s talk with a local Douglas County band, Face for Radio https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-53-let-s-talk-with-a-local-douglas-county-band-face-for-radio/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-53-let-s-talk-with-a-local-douglas-county-band-face-for-radio/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:54:37 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b7cd39a3-7581-3a79-b7f1-d9b1dd483272 This episode features Umpqua Watersheds, executive director, Kasey Hovik. Together we interviewed a local band called Face for Radio whose members are:

Erik Schnautz- guitars, vocals

Lowell Smith- bass, vocals

Mark Rochester – drums

]]> This episode features Umpqua Watersheds, executive director, Kasey Hovik. Together we interviewed a local band called Face for Radio whose members are:

Erik Schnautz- guitars, vocals

Lowell Smith- bass, vocals

Mark Rochester – drums

]]> false No 3645 56 full Episode 52:Interview about Restoration in the Archie Creek burn Episode 52:Interview about Restoration in the Archie Creek burn https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-51interview-about-restoration-in-the-archie-creek-burn-area/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-51interview-about-restoration-in-the-archie-creek-burn-area/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:43:21 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/5d9ba851-6adf-3236-a579-2ade716871f5 This episode we speak with guest speaker Al Walkier about the restoration work and progress they are making on their property. Planting trees, rebuilding their home, and restoring the land. The land upon which they live was once managed by the Umpqua Tribe of Indians, and Al explains some of the history about the land. 

]]> This episode we speak with guest speaker Al Walkier about the restoration work and progress they are making on their property. Planting trees, rebuilding their home, and restoring the land. The land upon which they live was once managed by the Umpqua Tribe of Indians, and Al explains some of the history about the land. 

]]> false No 3457 54 full Episode 51: Interview with Douglas County (OSU) Master Gardeners Episode 51: Interview with Douglas County (OSU) Master Gardeners https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-51-interview-with-douglas-county-osu-master-gardeners/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-51-interview-with-douglas-county-osu-master-gardeners/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:42:33 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/a308b00c-011e-3624-aa5c-ad2c98c1c30e This episode features guest speaker Chris Rusch with the Douglas County Master Gardeners. We speak about the upcoming events, spring gardening practices, and plant species for the Pacific Northwest.

]]> This episode features guest speaker Chris Rusch with the Douglas County Master Gardeners. We speak about the upcoming events, spring gardening practices, and plant species for the Pacific Northwest.

]]> false No 3597 55 full Episode 50: Let’s talk about Sunflower Sea Stars Episode 50: Let’s talk about Sunflower Sea Stars https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-50-let-s-talk-about-sunflower-sea-stars/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-50-let-s-talk-about-sunflower-sea-stars/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:59:45 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/275a2388-2e3d-366e-ad55-52a0c8842e09 This episode features guest speaker Steven Rumrill. The Shellfish Program Leader for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Steven speaks about the impacts of the sea star wasting disease on Sunflower sea stars and other species.

]]> This episode features guest speaker Steven Rumrill. The Shellfish Program Leader for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Steven speaks about the impacts of the sea star wasting disease on Sunflower sea stars and other species.

]]> false No 3030 53 full Episode 49: Salmonid species in the Umpqua River Episode 49: Salmonid species in the Umpqua River https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-49-salmonid-species-in-the-umpqua-river/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-49-salmonid-species-in-the-umpqua-river/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:27:36 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/dcafd5f2-a26b-3b9e-8167-029e925ed37e This episode features guest speaker Ken Carloni, vice president of Umpqua Watersheds and long time educator. Ken speaks about the the Rock Creek Fish Hatchery, and the impacts of the Winchester Dam on Salmon and Steelhead population.

]]> This episode features guest speaker Ken Carloni, vice president of Umpqua Watersheds and long time educator. Ken speaks about the the Rock Creek Fish Hatchery, and the impacts of the Winchester Dam on Salmon and Steelhead population.

]]> false No 3502 52 full Episode 48: Inteview About Livestock Nutrition and Pasture Grazing with Woody Lane Episode 48: Inteview About Livestock Nutrition and Pasture Grazing with Woody Lane https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-48-inteview-about-livestock-nutrition-and-pasture-grazing-with-woody-lane/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-48-inteview-about-livestock-nutrition-and-pasture-grazing-with-woody-lane/#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2022 17:50:12 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f78841f6-c0a9-3ac5-9b17-7747a10815d4 This interview features guest speaker Woody Lane, a livestock nutritionist, a forage and grazing specialist, and author of books. Woody talks about the strategies he incorporates and teaches to others about grazing/foraging management and livestock nutrition.

]]> This interview features guest speaker Woody Lane, a livestock nutritionist, a forage and grazing specialist, and author of books. Woody talks about the strategies he incorporates and teaches to others about grazing/foraging management and livestock nutrition.

]]> false No 3467 51 full Episode 47: Interview about the Natural Resource program at Umpqua Community College Episode 47: Interview about the Natural Resource program at Umpqua Community College https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-47-interview-about-the-natural-resource-program-at-umpqua-community-college/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-47-interview-about-the-natural-resource-program-at-umpqua-community-college/#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2022 17:20:53 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/f89ee407-9089-3436-a3de-636b0ca8a30b This episode features an interview with Bryan Benz, a professor and head of the Natural Resource program at Umpqua Community College. Kasey Hovik the Executive Director of Umpqua Watersheds also joins this interview. The interviewee discusses the natural resource program, college-life balance, and more.

]]> This episode features an interview with Bryan Benz, a professor and head of the Natural Resource program at Umpqua Community College. Kasey Hovik the Executive Director of Umpqua Watersheds also joins this interview. The interviewee discusses the natural resource program, college-life balance, and more.

]]> false No 2975 50 full Episode 46: Let’s Talk About Mushrooms Episode 46: Let’s Talk About Mushrooms https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-46/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-46/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:03:26 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/878a2405-d5b3-3e1f-9f8e-352a12657475 This episode features guest speaker Jordan Weiss, a mushroom forager, and enthusiast. Jordan explains where to find mushrooms, how to identify them, which mushrooms are edible, the impact of climate change on mushrooms, and more.

]]> This episode features guest speaker Jordan Weiss, a mushroom forager, and enthusiast. Jordan explains where to find mushrooms, how to identify them, which mushrooms are edible, the impact of climate change on mushrooms, and more.

]]> false No 3425 49 full Episode 45: Monarchs Episode 45: Monarchs https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-45-monarchs/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-45-monarchs/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:06:45 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/61279ad4-e4d0-3f83-865a-699a54636009 This episode features information about Monarchs with two quest speakers, Barb Slott from Elkton Community Education Center and Robert Coffan from Western Monarch Advocates.

]]> This episode features information about Monarchs with two quest speakers, Barb Slott from Elkton Community Education Center and Robert Coffan from Western Monarch Advocates.

]]> false No 3515 48 full Episode 44:Talking About Bees Episode 44:Talking About Bees https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-44-bees/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-44-bees/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:02:29 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/729e55e4-fd02-35ef-9a22-e8db64838154 This episode features information and facts about bees with guest speaker Cynthia Moyer from Douglas County Bees.

]]> This episode features information and facts about bees with guest speaker Cynthia Moyer from Douglas County Bees.

]]> false No 3307 47 full Episode 43: Birding Episode 43: Birding https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-43-birding/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-43-birding/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2022 16:03:49 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/05031a19-afe7-3be4-b086-2e4e9bb53063 This episode features Matthew Hunter and Abraham Finlay , two birding enthusiasts discussing their interest in birds and how they first started birding. Hunter describes his experience with birds, Finlay discussed his interest in bird photography, and more!

]]> This episode features Matthew Hunter and Abraham Finlay , two birding enthusiasts discussing their interest in birds and how they first started birding. Hunter describes his experience with birds, Finlay discussed his interest in bird photography, and more!

]]> This episode features Matthew Hunter and Abraham Finlay , two birding enthusiasts discussing their interest in birds and how they first started birding. Hunter describes his experience with birds, Finlay discussed his interest in bird photography, and more! false No 3340 46 full Episode 42: Teaching Kids About Climate Change Episode 42: Teaching Kids About Climate Change https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-42-teaching-kids-about-climate-change/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-42-teaching-kids-about-climate-change/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:05:39 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b6002e91-57c3-3a09-8d24-d11c36ae939e This episode features a panel discussion about teaching climate change to kids.

]]> This episode features a panel discussion about teaching climate change to kids.

]]> false No 3602 43 full Episode 41: Interview With Middle School Teachers Episode 41: Interview With Middle School Teachers https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-41-interview-with-middle-school-teachers/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-41-interview-with-middle-school-teachers/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:01:48 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/514ffd34-21c4-3255-b8b3-db11a601b964 This episode features perspectives on environmental education from two middle school teachers. They describe how they keep kids engaged with school activities, science, and nature.

]]> This episode features perspectives on environmental education from two middle school teachers. They describe how they keep kids engaged with school activities, science, and nature.

]]> Middle school teachers discuss their teaching styles, how they teach about the environment, the impact of COVID on learning, and the teaching techniques that help engage students. The importance of letting children get out and explore the environment. false No 3384 42 full Episode 40: Oregon Flora Episode 40: Oregon Flora https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-40-oregon-flora/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-40-oregon-flora/#comments Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:48:07 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6b8e02f2-fb59-3e45-99c9-57b37edf47b9 In this episode of Living Downstream, we interview Stephen Meyers, a member of the Oregon Flora team. First, Oregon Flora as an organization is described. Following this, we discuss the cataloguing of Oregonian plants, how it's been done in the past, how it's happening now, including the role of citizen scientists, how invasive species get introduced, and more!

]]> In this episode of Living Downstream, we interview Stephen Meyers, a member of the Oregon Flora team. First, Oregon Flora as an organization is described. Following this, we discuss the cataloguing of Oregonian plants, how it's been done in the past, how it's happening now, including the role of citizen scientists, how invasive species get introduced, and more!

]]> false No 3322 41 full Episode 39: The Future of Energy- Lessons From the War In Ukraine Episode 39: The Future of Energy- Lessons From the War In Ukraine https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-future-of-energy-lessons-from-the-war-in-ukraine/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-future-of-energy-lessons-from-the-war-in-ukraine/#comments Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:38:16 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c5256dd4-8e90-3d4b-82dc-70d76be27a9f In this panel discussion, the topic of the war happening in Ukraine is explored. The war in Ukraine is yet another crisis that the world must face in addition to the already harrowing climate crisis, and one influences the other. With tensions so high with Russia, the United States and Europe has been cut off from Russian oil. What will this mean for energy management in the future? What oil drilling practices will this affect now?

]]> In this panel discussion, the topic of the war happening in Ukraine is explored. The war in Ukraine is yet another crisis that the world must face in addition to the already harrowing climate crisis, and one influences the other. With tensions so high with Russia, the United States and Europe has been cut off from Russian oil. What will this mean for energy management in the future? What oil drilling practices will this affect now?

]]> false No 3601 40 full Episode 38: Wetland Monitoring and Restoration Episode 38: Wetland Monitoring and Restoration https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-38-wetland-monitoring-and-restoration/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-38-wetland-monitoring-and-restoration/#comments Tue, 10 May 2022 10:09:03 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/5b921d49-39e7-3a30-a84a-b7e40dc3f4d7 Cindy Haws, professor at UCC and founder of Umpqua Natural Leadership Science Hub (UNLSH), discusses our wetlands here in Oregon. She focuses primarily on amphibians, including what varieties we have here, what challenges they face, some basic identification tips, and what conditions they thrive under.

Cindy is familiar with several local wetlands due to her great surveying and restoration work at them. She describes a few in this interview, going into depth about what differs among them. Each wetland has different human impacts upon it, different problems with invasive species, and will need different restoration efforts to recover.

]]> Cindy Haws, professor at UCC and founder of Umpqua Natural Leadership Science Hub (UNLSH), discusses our wetlands here in Oregon. She focuses primarily on amphibians, including what varieties we have here, what challenges they face, some basic identification tips, and what conditions they thrive under.

Cindy is familiar with several local wetlands due to her great surveying and restoration work at them. She describes a few in this interview, going into depth about what differs among them. Each wetland has different human impacts upon it, different problems with invasive species, and will need different restoration efforts to recover.

]]> false No 3600 39 full Episode 37: Energy Policy Episode 37: Energy Policy https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-37-energy-policy/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-37-energy-policy/#comments Tue, 10 May 2022 10:06:34 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/98bd2aef-4991-3449-a5e1-605f73474bf7 Danny Kalke, an AmeriCorps member working at Alder Creek Community Forest speaks about a topic he has researched a lot about. Danny wrote his college thesis on energy policy, which he explains in this interview. He covers his views on not only energy policy in this country, but worldwide and how things might differ country to country.

Danny also discusses his experience work at Alder Creek, what drew him to the United Communities AmeriCorps program, and some of his previous experience with international conservation work in this interview.

]]> Danny Kalke, an AmeriCorps member working at Alder Creek Community Forest speaks about a topic he has researched a lot about. Danny wrote his college thesis on energy policy, which he explains in this interview. He covers his views on not only energy policy in this country, but worldwide and how things might differ country to country.

Danny also discusses his experience work at Alder Creek, what drew him to the United Communities AmeriCorps program, and some of his previous experience with international conservation work in this interview.

]]> false No 3406 38 full Episode 35: AmeriCorps RARE and Floodplains Episode 35: AmeriCorps RARE and Floodplains https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-35-americorps-rare-and-floodplains/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-35-americorps-rare-and-floodplains/#comments Tue, 10 May 2022 10:06:12 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c61a7286-6f6e-39fc-b0af-84791b0ce158 In this episode, AmeriCorps RARE member Kate Bentz shares with us about her branch of AmeriCorps, her host site, and an important project she's working on to better the community.

Kate is designing an online, easily accessible and accurate floodplain map. She describes the importance of it and also offers some basic information about floodplains so that we can better understand the significance and meaning of her work.

]]> In this episode, AmeriCorps RARE member Kate Bentz shares with us about her branch of AmeriCorps, her host site, and an important project she's working on to better the community.

Kate is designing an online, easily accessible and accurate floodplain map. She describes the importance of it and also offers some basic information about floodplains so that we can better understand the significance and meaning of her work.

]]> false No 3240 37 full Episode 36: Earth Day - History and Progress Episode 36: Earth Day - History and Progress https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-36-climate-show-earth-day/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-36-climate-show-earth-day/#comments Sat, 23 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/d37c157e-850b-3ffb-b6a9-9ba0ad38c3b2 Angela Jensen and Kasey Hovik discuss the history of Earth Day and the progress being made to address the Climate Crisis. 

]]> Angela Jensen and Kasey Hovik discuss the history of Earth Day and the progress being made to address the Climate Crisis. 

]]> Kasey Hovik and Angela Jensen false No 3601 36 full Episode 34: Interview with a Lifelong Conservationist Episode 34: Interview with a Lifelong Conservationist https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-34-interview-with-a-lifelong-conservationist/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-34-interview-with-a-lifelong-conservationist/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:02:35 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/6bea11ee-0243-39d6-962f-5969b9a760b5  Esteemed conservationist Jerry Mires offers some insight into his experiences of developing a love and respect for nature during his younger years and how that took him on a path of nature conservation and restoration. He describes his favorite environmental memories as well as some of his more challenging times. He also delves into his experience as a mentor and supporter of other environmentalists, such as Janice Reid, who speaks in this episode about her work and how it compares to Jerry's, and how Jerry impacted her in a positive way throughout her career. 

]]>  Esteemed conservationist Jerry Mires offers some insight into his experiences of developing a love and respect for nature during his younger years and how that took him on a path of nature conservation and restoration. He describes his favorite environmental memories as well as some of his more challenging times. He also delves into his experience as a mentor and supporter of other environmentalists, such as Janice Reid, who speaks in this episode about her work and how it compares to Jerry's, and how Jerry impacted her in a positive way throughout her career. 

]]> false No 3256 35 full Episode 33: Climate Change Mitigation Episode 33: Climate Change Mitigation https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-33-climate-change-mitigation/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-33-climate-change-mitigation/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:02:03 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/dcd414f8-39c9-3f29-822d-e28413008519 When we talk about mitigation, there are many topics that can come up- from reducing emissions generally, to increasing our planet’s ability to sequester and store carbon.  But today we are going to focus on our forests here in the Pacific Northwest and talk about the Role of Our Forests in Combating Climate Change.  Specifically, we want to focus on our region here in southwestern Oregon and the management of public forest lands with respect to climate change mitigation.

 

]]> When we talk about mitigation, there are many topics that can come up- from reducing emissions generally, to increasing our planet’s ability to sequester and store carbon.  But today we are going to focus on our forests here in the Pacific Northwest and talk about the Role of Our Forests in Combating Climate Change.  Specifically, we want to focus on our region here in southwestern Oregon and the management of public forest lands with respect to climate change mitigation.

 

]]> false No 3607 34 full Episode 32: Wildlife Videography Episode 32: Wildlife Videography https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-32-wildlife-videography/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-32-wildlife-videography/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:01:42 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/c4be3a85-c60f-3ddf-9309-9b2c39b0edbf Alan Lacy, a professional wildlife videographer, shares his experiences making nature films with us. He discusses in detail his path into the field of wildlife filmmaking, his process in making his earlier films, his more recent projects, and more. He also goes into what equipment he uses and offers advice and tips to anybody else who may be interested in a similar career path to himself. If you have an interest in wildlife videography, be sure to listen to Alan Lacy describe what to expect regarding terrain, animals, and more in this episode of Living Downstream.

]]> Alan Lacy, a professional wildlife videographer, shares his experiences making nature films with us. He discusses in detail his path into the field of wildlife filmmaking, his process in making his earlier films, his more recent projects, and more. He also goes into what equipment he uses and offers advice and tips to anybody else who may be interested in a similar career path to himself. If you have an interest in wildlife videography, be sure to listen to Alan Lacy describe what to expect regarding terrain, animals, and more in this episode of Living Downstream.

]]> false No 3302 33 full Episode 31: Climate Change Panel Discussion Episode 31: Climate Change Panel Discussion https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-31-climate-change-panel/ https://americorps.podbean.com/e/episode-31-climate-change-panel/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:01:18 -0700 americorps.podbean.com/b807ea97-cba4-33ae-a3bf-6d3eae9ba257 This episode of living downstream is a recording from a panel about climate change. The panel features several experts and members of the Umpqua Watersheds team. Beginning with an explanation of the greenhouse effect and how humans influence it, this panel goes on to discuss topics such as the effects of climate change on sensitive species, animal migration, drought, and other similar issues are discussed.

If you are curious about the impacts of climate change that we are currently seeing as well as what can be expected for the future, listen to these experts delve into this important conversation.

]]> This episode of living downstream is a recording from a panel about climate change. The panel features several experts and members of the Umpqua Watersheds team. Beginning with an explanation of the greenhouse effect and how humans influence it, this panel goes on to discuss topics such as the effects of climate change on sensitive species, animal migration, drought, and other similar issues are discussed.

If you are curious about the impacts of climate change that we are currently seeing as well as what can be expected for the future, listen to these experts delve into this important conversation.

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