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From the Woods Today

Renee Williams, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension

From the Woods Today is a weekly internet show co-hosted by Reneé Williams and Billy Thomas with UK Forestry and Natural Resources Extension. The show airs live on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. EDT on FromtheWoodsToday.com

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From the Woods Today - Wings of Kentucky

From the Woods Today ·

2025/09/16

Join us as Dr. D.J. McNeil, UK Forestry and Natural Resources, talks about our feathered friends in another edition of Wings of Kentucky. Also on tap...join Chris Wiedamann, Urban and Community Forestry Program Coordinator with the Kentucky Division of Forestry, as he talks about urban forestry and the division's Urban Forestry Program and how it can help landowners. 9.10.25 For more episodes of From the Woods Today, visit https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today.

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51:30

From the Woods Today - Prevention of Ticks and...

From the Woods Today ·

2025/09/05

Join us as Dr. Hannah Tiffin, UK Entomology, shares expert tips on controlling and managing ticks in the woods. Discover effective strategies to keep these pesky insects at bay, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable outdoor experience. Also on tap...join Dr. Ellen Crocker, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, as she tells us all about fall webworms. Fall webworms are native moths most easily recognized in their larval stage when caterpillars form silken webs in the foliage of trees. For

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From the Woods Today - Hickories of Kentucky

From the Woods Today ·

2025/09/05

This week's From The Woods Today consists of Hickories in Kentucky, hosted by Laurie Thomas, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, who will talk about the many traits, what to look out for, and other different facts and important information involving hickories. Also on tap...join Dr. Amanda Gumbert, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, and Dr. Emily Byers as they discuss the basic components of wetlands. Dr. Byers’ research talks about how wetlands can remove chemicals like

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01:00:37

From the Woods Today - Firewood in August?

From the Woods Today ·

2025/08/27

This week's From The Woods Today consists of Hickories in Kentucky, hosted by Laurie Thomas, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, who will talk about the many traits, what to look out for, and other different facts and important information involving hickories. Also on tap...join Dr. Amanda Gumbert, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, and Dr. Emily Byers as they discuss the basic components of wetlands. Dr. Byers’ research talks about how wetlands can remove chemicals like

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51:32

From the Woods Today - Emergency Forest Restoration...

From the Woods Today ·

2025/08/14

On this week's From The Woods Today, we will have Lindsey New, County Executive Director for Pulaski/McCreary Co. Farm Service Agency. Her presentation will cover general details of the Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) which helps private forests owners restore forest health caused by natural disasters. The USDA Farm Service Agency is conducting an EFRP sign-up through August 29 for damage caused by the May 16 tornado in Pulaski and Laurel counties. Also on tap...Dr. Ellen Crocker,

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01:02:48

From the Woods Today - Mosquitoes, ants, chiggers,...

From the Woods Today ·

2025/08/07

Dr. Jonathan Larson, Assistant Professor, Extension Entomology, is joining From the Woods Today to discuss the important question: “Do mosquitoes, ants, and chiggers do anything good?” While they might seem like just pests, Dr. Larson will explain the surprising roles they play in different ecosystems and the many other ways they benefit not only us, but also other things as well. Also on tap...Blake Newtown, Extension Entomology, will discuss the different types of ticks, how to protect yourself

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53:17

From the Woods Today - Flooding in Eastern Ky

From the Woods Today ·

2025/08/01

For this episode of From The Woods Today, Dr. Chris Barton, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, joins us to talk about why the land and topography cause Eastern Kentucky to experience such frequent flash flooding. Also on tap...Do you want to know more about the animals in your woods? The ones that sneak around unnoticed, but play a big part in the forest ecosystem? Frannie Preston, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension,

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01:02:11

From the Woods Today - Forest Health and KDF

From the Woods Today ·

2025/07/25

This week, the Kentucky Division of Forestry (KDF) will explore ways to assist landowners in maintaining forest health. Special guest Alexandra Blevins, a forest health specialist with KDF, will share the various resources and support available to you! Also on tap...Dr. Ellen Crocker, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, will join us for another edition of Pesky Plants, Tree-of-Heaven and spotted lanternfly. For more episodes of From the Woods Today, visit

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58:37

From the Woods Today - Snake Appreciation

From the Woods Today ·

2025/07/17

Snakes have frequently faced misunderstanding and criticism throughout the years. In celebration of World Snake Day, Dr. Steve Price, Acting Chair of the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources and Professor of Stream and Riparian Ecology, will join us to discuss why these fascinating creatures deserve our respect and appreciation. He will delve deeper into the world of snakes during the show, so be sure to tune in and discover more about these remarkable creatures! Also on Tap...Laurie

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34:51

From the Woods Today - Forestry Careers

From the Woods Today ·

2025/07/15

Frannie Preston, ForestryWorks Coordinator for Kentucky and UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, will be our guest to talk about how different forestry careers shapes young minds. ForestryWorks® is a collaborative effort between the Forest Workforce Training Institute and various partners within the forest industry to develop a pipeline of qualified workers for the nation’s forestry and forest products manufacturing industries. It educates students, parents, and teachers about career

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40:57

From the Woods Today - Wildlife Survival Tactics

From the Woods Today ·

2025/07/02

Dr. Matt Springer, UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, is our guest today talking about how animals adapt to the unique environmental challenges in Kentucky, from braving the cold to thriving in the sweltering heat. He will also discuss how animals adapt in environmental situations such as weather and the different seasons. Also on Tap... UK Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension Forest Health Specialist Dr. Ellen Crocker will discuss summer galls in the next edition of What's Bugging

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48:47

From the Woods Today - The Incredible Realm of Insects

From the Woods Today ·

2025/07/01

Dr. Jonathan Larson, University of Kentucky Entomology Department, is joining us once again by diving into the world of insects. With a wealth of knowledge, he will unveil the astonishing behaviors and their critical roles in maintaining the health of our ecosystems. Dr. Larson will be sure to go into more facts about insects that you won’t want to miss! Also on tap...Laurie Thomas, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, presents us with another installment

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58:45

From the Woods Today - Pollinators

From the Woods Today ·

2025/06/18

This week we welcome Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves Caroline Kane. Caroline is going to talk about the important role bees play in pollination and why they are so important to our environment and how you can support Kentucky native bees in your own backyard. Also on tap...Laurie Thomas, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, presents us with another installment of Tree of the Week. Pam Snyder, Kentucky Division of Forestry, talks about efforts that

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01:01:31

From the Woods Today - Cicadas Damaging Your Trees?

From the Woods Today ·

2025/06/16

Are you seeing damage in your trees since the cicadas came to town? Something to worry about or not? Dr. Ellen Crocker, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Dr. Jonathan Larson, University of Kentucky Entomology, joins us to explain whether or not this is an issue for your forests. Also on tap... James Wright, Executive Director of the Kentucky Forest Industries Association (KFIA), talks about transitioning into his new position, how KFIA operates by helping the

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01:06:19

From the Woods Today - Fireflies

From the Woods Today ·

2025/06/09

Dr. Jonathan Larson from the University of Kentucky Entomology Department, joins us to explain how fireflies produce their mesmerizing glow. Also on tap... Made in the Shade: How Shade Tolerance Influences Woodlands and Their Management. Shade tolerance refers to a tree’s ability to grow and thrive in various light levels. Billy Thomas explores this key concept and how we can use it to better manage woodlands. To view more episodes, visit From the Woods Today at

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From the Woods Today - Monitoring for Invasives

From the Woods Today ·

2025/06/02

This week, Frannie Preston, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, joins us to learn about invasive plants and how to monitor them. How they change, tracking them, and more! Later on, Dr. Ellen Crocker, also from the University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, joins us for "What's Bugging My Tree" and this week the topic is Anthracnose, which is a fungal disease that causes dark lesions on leaves. It starts on the leaves

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59:28

From the Woods Today - Kentucky Farmland Transition...

From the Woods Today ·

2025/05/23

Aleta Botts stops by the show to talk to us all about the Kentucky Farmland Transition Initiative! The Kentucky Farmland Transition Initiative was launched in spring 2024 to provide resources to farmers and landowners seeking to keep more Kentucky farmland in the hands of active farmers. The initiative highlights helpful resources and activities, pulls together individuals and organizations who care about this issue and want to find ways to help, and develop policy options to consider. We will talk

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55:13

From the Woods Today - Morels

From the Woods Today ·

2025/05/19

This week on From the Woods Today, we are joined by Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Pikeville, Byron Meade, for a segment all about morels! If you have ever wanted to learn how to identify these mushrooms, now is your chance, as Dr. Ellen Crocker will also be joining us to discuss the fascinating world of fungi. FTWT 5.14.25 To view more episodes visit From the Woods Today at https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today

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52:14

Cicadas - From the Woods Today

From the Woods Today ·

2025/05/14

Cicadas in the news, again? It's true that a different brood is making its grand appearance in 2025 and most importantly, many of them are Kentucky cicadas! Jonathan Larson from UK Entomology will join From the Woods Today to discuss the biology of periodical cicadas, where they can be found in the commonwealth, and if there are any problems you need to be concerned about. It'll be an insect music filled episode that will hopefully inspire you to try some cicada tourism this spring! 5.7.25

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59:25

From the Woods Today - Forest Management Plans and...

From the Woods Today ·

2025/05/05

This week Dr. Lance Vickers, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, will be explaining to us exactly what a forest management plan is and why would you need one! Dr. Ellen Crocker will also present another informative segment about forest health and why it is so important! Also Billy Thomas, Extension Forester, gives us the details to this years Kentucky Woodland Owners Short Course. 4.30.25 https://fromthewoodstoday.com

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