Roving Nature Podcast

In this episode, we hear from the president of the Piedmont Bird Club, Jim Gant. I wanted to learn more about the club and hear his experience and advice about birding. The club formed in Greensboro, NC in 1938, and includes members representing a wide range of experience, who all share an enthusiasm for birding and nature, and who are committed to conservation throughout the Piedmont region and beyond.

My latest Roving Nature podcast episode just dropped! In this episode, I talk to Palmer McIntyre and Hollis Oberlies about their book, Trails and Treats – A Hiker and Runner’s Guide to Great Trails and Good Eats in North Carolina. Written by a female hiker and runner duo, the guide is designed for both seasoned hikers and trail runners, as well as first-time explorers. A recipient of the Southeast Non-Fiction award from the National Indie Excellence Awards, this wonderful trail guide combines their

Featuring Dr. Ken Bridle, who’s been a professional botanist for over four decades, with a focus on plant physiology. He talks about how he came to be a scientist, naturalist, and artist…and his involvement with protecting the precious natural resources of the Piedmont region of North Carolina and beyond.Credits Many thanks to singer-songwriter Abigail Dowd for permission to use her song, Beautiful Day, as theme music for this episode. You can find Abigail and her music at: Abigail Dowd’s

Featuring Emily Sutton, Haw Riverkeeper and the Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly, a citizen-fueled nonprofit located in Chatham County, North Carolina. We learn what it means to be a riverkeeper, environmental nonprofit leader, nature educator, and advocate for protecting our watersheds and natural resources. Credits Many thanks to singer-songwriter Abigail Dowd for permission to use her song, Beautiful Day, as theme music for this episode. You can find Abigail and her music

Featuring Dr. Nadja Cech, who is a Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and a leader in the field of medicinal plant research. She’s also a writer, mother, teacher, mentor, community builder, and manager of an urban community garden. We reflect on the power of connection, wonder, and inspiration that a community can bring to an urban setting. Credits Many thanks to singer-songwriter Abigail Dowd for permission to use her song, Beautiful Day, as theme music for this episode. You can find Abigail