Nature Nerds

Feb 21 2024 29 ep. 8

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Join Laine Farber and the Nature Cadets as they explore the flora, fauna and hidden gems of nature found in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Field Report 4: Allen's Hummingbird

Feb 21 2024 8 mins

Nature Cadet Illyanna finally gets a good look at her little bird friend.

Channel Catfish

Feb 04 2024 19 mins

Ms. Laine shows Nature Cadet Wyatt how to fish the old school way. No poles, just your bare hands! That’s right, the gang goes catfish noodling! Then they head out to talk to a friend about modern day fish farming. What exactly does a fish farm look like?

Eastern White Pine

Jan 15 2024 20 mins

When taking down holiday decorations at the Nature Station, causes Nature Cadet Joseph to think they have committed a tree-related crime, it is up to Ms. Laine, a crew of volunteers and fleet of airboats to show them the error of their ways.

Field Report 3: Brown Anole

Dec 18 2023 7 mins

Nature Cadet Owen learns about a new animal friend. Ms. Laine learns how fall down.

Raccoon

Dec 03 2023 21 mins

Something is eating up the new fruits and vegetables in the garden outside of the Nature Station. Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Reese go on a stake out to figure out what's been eating up their garden! But, things get hairy, when the team discovers the hungry thief has moved into the Nature Station. How will they safely remove their animal friend and find him a new home? Tune in to fi

Field Report 2: Limelight Hydranga

Nov 20 2023 6 mins

Nature Cadet Laila and her magical pet meet a new plant friend!

Monk Parakeet

Nov 05 2023 19 mins

Nature Cadet Joseph has just started at a big new school, and isn't quite sure where he belongs. Ms. Laine ensures him that he will find his place in due time and the two head out on an adventure where they meet a special little bird who was once in a very similar situation. ---- Follow the show on IG @nature.nerds.with.laine Check our the website and more resources

Field Report 1: Cross Orb Weaver

Oct 19 2023 7 mins

Introducing our first Field Report! Listen in as Nature Cadet Prudence goes into the field and meets a Cross Orb Weaver spider.

West Indian Manatee

Oct 01 2023 20 mins

While exploring the shores of Lake Pontchartrain, Nature Cadet Zoe thinks they spot a mermaid! Further investigation proves it’s a manatee! What is a marine mammal doing in a lake? How did it get there and is it safe swimming around in these waters? It’s up to Zoe and Ms. Laine to find out.

Nutria

Apr 13 2023 20 mins

Ms. Laine and Nature Cadet Emy learn all about a rodent eating up the Louisiana coastline in the premier episode of Nature Nerds. Join in as they discover what makes something an “invasive species.” Featuring: Jennifer Houge-Manuel, Furbearer biologist at Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and Jacoby Carter, Research Ecologist for the U.S. Geological Survey