Explore, Teach, Conserve

Nov 18 2021 1
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Stories of new discoveries, problem-solving, science and stewardship of Minnesota’s natural resources from University of Minnesota Extension. Everyone can learn something new about our environment from the educators, researchers and land managers working on the cutting-edge.

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Overwintering Birds

Nov 18 2021 22 mins  
In this episode, we learn from John Loegering, University of Minnesota Extension Wildlife Specialist, about how birds survive and thrive in cold Minnesota winters.

Teaching & Talking about Controversial Issues

Nov 04 2021 14 mins  
Environmental issues can be complex and controversial. In this episode, Extension Educator, Andrea Lorek Strauss, shares her experience and suggestions for teaching and talking with others about such controversial issues.

Leave your Leaves for Pollinators

Oct 21 2021 11 mins  
In this episode, Jill Utrup with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service talks about why it’s worthwhile to “leave your leaves” on yards and gardens this autumn to support the endangered rusty patched bumble bee and other overwintering pollinators.

Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships

Oct 07 2021 19 mins  
Do you have an idea for improving the natural environment in your community? In this episode, we learn about how the University of Minnesota Extension's Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships (RSDP) may be able to help you make it happen.

Hybrid Poplar and the New Bioeconomy

Sep 23 2021 14 mins  
In this episode, we talk with Extension Educator, Jeff Jackson, about Hybrid poplar, a fast-growing tree that might help us tackle climate change, pollution, and provide a feedstock for a variety of bioproducts.

Camera Trap Photography

Aug 26 2021 18 mins  
In this episode, we talk with naturalist and photographer, Ryan Pennesi, about using camera traps to learn about and see the beauty of your natural surroundings.

Extension Ecological Restoration Training

Aug 12 2021 16 mins  
In this episode, we speak with Julia Bohnen about Extension training to help you learn to lead and help in restoring habitat on degraded lands.

Metro Blooms

Jul 29 2021 20 mins  
In this episode, we talk with James Wolfin from Metro Blooms about how we can design our yards, boulevards, and other home landscapes as pollinator habitats.

Get Involved in Starry Trek!

Jul 15 2021 15 mins  
In this episode, Megan Weber and Pat Mulcahy from Extension talk about the upcoming Starry Trek event where you can help search for aquatic invasive species.

Savanna Institute

Jul 01 2021 20 mins  
In this episode, we learn from Erik Hagen of the Savanna Institute about using agroforestry to restore oak savanna habitat.