Conversing with Nature

On this episode of Conversing with Nature, Liz is joined by Jen Howard, a principal at Steward Terra Communications. Jen explains the importance and impact of nature stories, including what makes a good conservation success story, what words are valuable to use, and why it is beneficial to get outside and experience nature for yourself. Resources: South Carolina Land Trust Network -- Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited by Nicole Pehl, and produced by The Nature Conservancy

On this episode, we are joined by Howard Schnabolk, a habitat restoration specialist for the NOAA Fisheries Restoration Center. Liz and Howard talk about federal funding priorities and opportunities for nature-based solutions, including suggestions for strong applications, connections to DEIJ, and some nature-based projects that NOAA has funded in South Carolina. -- Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited by Nicole Pehl, and produced by The Nature Conservancy. Original music provided

On our third episode, we welcome Dale Threatt-Taylor, executive director of The Nature Conservancy South Carolina. Liz and Dale talk about soil conservation and agriculture in South Carolina and the many benefits of prescribed fire. Dale shares her thoughts on conservation leadership, diversity within the field of conservation, and her passion for fishing! -- Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited by Nicole Pehl, and produced by The Nature Conservancy. Original music provided by

On our second episode, we are joined by Erin Stevens, the founder and president of Surculus, a landscape architecture firm based in Charleston, SC. Liz and Erin discuss all things native plants: their benefits and role in the ecosystem; the importance of educating clients and engaging the public in native plant gardens; and how Erin found her calling in landscape architecture. -- Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited by Nicole Pehl, and produced by The Nature Conservancy. Original

Welcome to the first episode of Conversing with Nature! We welcome Keith Bowers, the founder and president of Biohabitats. Liz and Keith discuss landscape scale protection and restoration, and the importance of reconnecting people to nature. Keith shares his views on watershed planning, environmental justice, and the importance of incorporating nature-based approaches, biodiversity, and climate adaptation into local planning and zoning. --- Conversing with Nature is hosted by Dr. Liz Fly, edited