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The Nature of Idaho

Hosted by Zoo Idaho Superintendent Peter Pruett and Idaho Museum of Natural History Director Dr. Leif Tapanila, The Nature of Idaho explores how the Gem State’s wild landscapes shape its past, present, and future. Each half-hour episode dives into nature stories from across Idaho, featuring local news from the natural world, fascinating fun facts, and lively conversations that celebrate life outdoors.Since its launch in February 2018, The Nature of Idaho has produced more than 150 original episodes

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29:44

The Nature of Idaho: Wild Hearts Idaho

The Nature of Idaho ·

2025/03/12

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with Serena Rasmussen, Executive Director of Wild Hearts Idaho, to discuss empowering young women through outdoor experiences.

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29:35

The Nature of Idaho: Fat Tire Pursuit

The Nature of Idaho ·

2025/02/27

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with Jay Petervary, the founder and race director of the Fat Pursuit, to discuss the race and its impact on Teton Valley.

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28:27

The Nature of Idaho: Trails in Idaho

The Nature of Idaho ·

2025/02/12

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with Melanie Vining, Executive Director of the Idaho Trails Association, to discuss the creation and maintenance of trails in Idaho.

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28:48

The Nature of Idaho: Walkable Cities

The Nature of Idaho ·

2025/01/30

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett are joined by Jim Anglesey, the Long-Range Planner for the City of Pocatello. Together, they discuss the concept and benefits of walkable cities.

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29:30

The Nature of Idaho: Vax Bats

The Nature of Idaho ·

2025/01/16

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett are joined by Dr. Rita Dixon, the State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. They explore the vital role bats play in Idaho's ecosystem and their broader significance.

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29:18

The Nature of Idaho: Public Lands

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/12/26

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett are joined by John Robison, Public Lands and Wildlife Director for the Idaho Conservation League, to discuss the importance and value of public lands in Idaho.

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29:52

The Nature of Idaho: Schlepp Wetland

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/12/12

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett are joined by Elise Brown, a restoration coordinator with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Coeur d’Alene, and Mike Schlepp, a landowner who sold the easement to the government. Together, they discuss the transformation of farmland into the Schlepp Wetland easement in Northern Idaho.

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30:54

The Nature of Idaho: Victory Wetlands

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/11/28

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with Scott Koberg, Director of Ada County Parks & Waterways, to discuss creating a wetland in the middle of urban development in Boise.

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29:51

The Nature of Idaho: Bikepacking

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/11/14

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with Laura Heiner, the founder of Idaho Women’s Bikepacking, to discuss the world of bikepacking.

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29:41

The Nature of Idaho: Sage Grouse

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/10/31

In this episode, Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett sit down with filmmaker Kris Millgate to discuss her latest documentary project, Sage Wisdom West, which focuses on sage grouse. Kris Millgate, an outdoor journalist and owner of Tightline Media, is known for her documentaries spotlighting Western wildlife, including Ocean to Idaho and On Grizzly Ground.

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28:55

The Nature of Idaho: Ragbrai Bike Ride

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/10/17

On this episode join Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett as they talk with Kathy Murphy and Andrea Parrott about the RAGBRAI bike ride across Iowa. Kathy Murphy and Andrea Parrottare cohosts of Just Go Bike, and leaders of the RAGBRAI bike ride across Iowa.

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30:27

The Nature of Idaho: Sacajawea

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/10/03

On this episode join Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett as they talk with Randy’L Teton about how modeling for the US Mint led to her writing a children’s book about Sacajawea. Randy’L Teton is the children’s author of It’s her story: Sacajawea.

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30:22

The Nature of Idaho: Ashfall Fossil Beds State...

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/09/20

On this episode join Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett as they talk about Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park and the connection between Nebraska and Idaho with Sam Matson. Sam Matson is the Superintendent at Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park in Nebraska.

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26:28

The Nature of Idaho: Idaho Department of Parks and...

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/06/13

On this episode join Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett as they talk about Idaho’s Park and Rec with Craig Quintana. Craig Quintana is the public information officer, and senior with the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.

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28:09

3D Printing Fossils with Rob Gay

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/05/29

Rob Gay, Education Curator from the Idaho Museum of Natural History, joins us to discuss how 3D printing fossils has changed paleontology.

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27:56

The Nature of Idaho welcomes Arborist for City of...

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/05/17

Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett meet with guest Brett Hewatt, Parks and Rec Superintendent and Arborist for the City of Pocatello to discuss arbor planning, development, and trends in parks and residential areas in the city, including recommendations to homeowners.

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29:53

Chipmunks

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/04/29

Join hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett as they sit down with Jack Sullivan, professor of biology at the University of Idaho to discuss chipmunks.

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28:18

The Nature of Idaho's Anadromous Fish

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/04/18

Join hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett for this episode of The Nature of Idaho, where they sit down with Chris Caudill from University of Idaho to discuss fish that migrate from ocean to Idaho.

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27:17

Tracking Tick-Borne Illness

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/03/21

Join host Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett for this episode of the Nature of Idaho, where they sit down with Marshall Ma and Barrie Robison from University of Idaho to talk about tick-borne illnesses in the West.

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29:54

Idaho Wildlife Federation

The Nature of Idaho ·

2024/03/08

Join hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila and Peter Pruett for this episode of The Nature of Idaho, where they sit down with Daniel Ritz and Brian Brooks from the Idaho Wildlife Federation.

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