Reclamation Radio https://reclamationradio.podbean.com This podcast is about Land Reclamation, defined for the purpose of this podcast as: The art and science of reconverting disturbed land to its former or other productive uses.

Whether you've taken the course Land Reclamation Fundamentals through University of Alberta, Continuing Education or you're interested in the course, this is a great resource to learn more about Land Reclamation.

Have feedback or questions? Send them to reclamationradiopodcast@gmail.com 

]]> Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:49:39 -0600 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Science:Natural Sciences 1440 episodic Have feedback or questions? Send them to reclamationradiopodcast@gmail.com Elise Neumann Elise Neumann No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22459432/Reclamation_Radio_1400x1400.jpg Reclamation Radio https://reclamationradio.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 6 - Dr. Amanda Schoomaker from NAIT Centre for Boreal Research Episode 6 - Dr. Amanda Schoomaker from NAIT Centre for Boreal Research https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-6-dr-amanda-schoomaker-from-nait-centre-for-boreal-research/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-6-dr-amanda-schoomaker-from-nait-centre-for-boreal-research/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:49:39 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/d7c92218-01ad-30a5-932b-8d7ae85a2186

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Amanda Schoonmaker of NAIT’s Centre for Boreal Research shares practical lessons from forestry and reclamation research, including seedling survival, mechanical site preparation, species diversity, and restoring forest function on disturbed landscapes. 

 

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In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Amanda Schoonmaker of NAIT’s Centre for Boreal Research shares practical lessons from forestry and reclamation research, including seedling survival, mechanical site preparation, species diversity, and restoring forest function on disturbed landscapes. 

 

]]> Elise Neumann false No 2770 6 full Episode 5 - Jay Leendertse on being a Project Manager Episode 5 - Jay Leendertse on being a Project Manager https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/jay-leendertse-on-being-a-project-manager/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/jay-leendertse-on-being-a-project-manager/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:47:41 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/f8de4add-78a8-3003-b549-119a5605fc2b  

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]]> Elise Neumann false No 1975 5 full Episode 4 - Danielle Secretan on Forested Reclamation Techniques Episode 4 - Danielle Secretan on Forested Reclamation Techniques https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-4-danielle-secretan-on-forested-reclamation-techniques/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-4-danielle-secretan-on-forested-reclamation-techniques/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:46:43 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/ae78c15c-2a1e-3d9b-9be7-73ec3a6ab178

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Danielle Secretan of Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. shares her 20-year journey in land reclamation, from discovering the profession to leading restoration and reclamation projects across Western Canada. Learn how innovative ecological restoration techniques, mentorship, teamwork, and a passion for healthy landscapes are helping reclaim disturbed sites and restore forests, wildlife habitat, and ecosystem function.

 

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In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Danielle Secretan of Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. shares her 20-year journey in land reclamation, from discovering the profession to leading restoration and reclamation projects across Western Canada. Learn how innovative ecological restoration techniques, mentorship, teamwork, and a passion for healthy landscapes are helping reclaim disturbed sites and restore forests, wildlife habitat, and ecosystem function.

 

]]> Elise Neumann false No 2266 4 full Episode 3 - Chase Edwards from Hodgson Contracting Ltd. Episode 3 - Chase Edwards from Hodgson Contracting Ltd. https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/reclamation-radio-episode-3-chase-edwards-from-hodgson-contracting-ltd/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/reclamation-radio-episode-3-chase-edwards-from-hodgson-contracting-ltd/#comments Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:13:27 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/6474592c-f8c7-3c0a-8f25-787e71705167

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Hodgson Contracting’s Chase Edwards shares practical, boots-on-the-ground insights into reclamation equipment selection, contractor–consultant collaboration, and what it takes to successfully restore disturbed land. From dozers and excavators to decompaction tools and field logistics, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons for students, consultants, and reclamation professionals alike.

 

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In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Hodgson Contracting’s Chase Edwards shares practical, boots-on-the-ground insights into reclamation equipment selection, contractor–consultant collaboration, and what it takes to successfully restore disturbed land. From dozers and excavators to decompaction tools and field logistics, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons for students, consultants, and reclamation professionals alike.

 

]]> Elise Neumann false No 2350 3 full Episode 2 - Shannon Yacyshyn on Volunteering with the CLRA Episode 2 - Shannon Yacyshyn on Volunteering with the CLRA https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/reclamation-radio-episode-2-shannon-yacyshyn-on-volunteering-with-the-clra/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/reclamation-radio-episode-2-shannon-yacyshyn-on-volunteering-with-the-clra/#comments Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:12:06 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/2de7fc94-756e-3aa8-9eed-44c230d00746  Reclamation Radio kicks off with a conversation about the power of volunteering in the land reclamation community, featuring CLRA volunteer Shannon Yacyshyn. Discover how getting involved can expand your network, build new skills, and connect you with passionate professionals working to restore disturbed landscapes across Canada.

 

]]>  Reclamation Radio kicks off with a conversation about the power of volunteering in the land reclamation community, featuring CLRA volunteer Shannon Yacyshyn. Discover how getting involved can expand your network, build new skills, and connect you with passionate professionals working to restore disturbed landscapes across Canada.

 

]]> Elise Neumann false No 1482 2 full Episode 1 - Adaptive Reclamation Strategies Episode 1 - Adaptive Reclamation Strategies https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-1-adaptive-reclamation-strategies/ https://reclamationradio.podbean.com/e/episode-1-adaptive-reclamation-strategies/#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:11:47 -0600 reclamationradio.podbean.com/8dcea0f4-b2a7-3be2-8bb0-94e01343ad3f Have feedback or questions? Send them to reclamationradiopodcast@gmail.com

Elise Neumann highlights the importance of clearly defining success, understanding site history and constraints, and building flexibility into reclamation plans so projects can adapt and succeed within real-world landscape and climate conditions.

 

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Elise Neumann highlights the importance of clearly defining success, understanding site history and constraints, and building flexibility into reclamation plans so projects can adapt and succeed within real-world landscape and climate conditions.

 

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