Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty. Hosted by Doug Gilbert (ecologist) and Mike Meldon (educator) of Love Our Land, Learning to Love Our Land encourages listeners to embark on a journey to reimagine the landscape around them, including in their own neighborhoods and yards. The science is clear, our planet is in the midst of a ‘biodiversity crisis’ that has and will continue to reshape the ecosystems we rely on to support our communities. Our ecosystems are sick and unable to sustain the life they did prior to the vast transformation of land, water, and air at the hands of globalized humanity. Between 1970 and 2018 we lost approximately 69 percent of our global wildlife (World Wildlife Fund 2022). In North America, there are 3 billion, or approximately 30 percent, fewer birds than there were in 1970 (Rosenberg et al. 2019). The drivers behind these losses are numerous, but one leading cause emerges: habitat loss & degradation. As habitat disappears or is degraded, biodiversity is lost. Current land conservation is not keeping pace with growing threats to our lands, waters, wildlife and ways of life. Every 30 seconds, the United States loses a football field of natural lands to roads, houses, energy infrastructure, and other development. Forty acres of farmland in the United States are lost to development every hour. But all hope is not lost. Scientists and conservation professionals have identified ways to reverse this troubling decline of life. What may be hard to believe is YOU have a role to play in reversing the free falling trajectory wildlife, plants, fungi, and more are on. This quote from ecologist Douglas Tallamy sums up “why†you’re such an important element of this life-saving mission: “There simply are not enough untrammeled places left to sustain the natural world that until now has sustained us. […] Our only option, then, is to find ways to coexist with other species. That’s right, we must construct ecosystems that contain all their functional parts right where humans abound.â€Â   – Douglas Tallamy, The Nature of Oaks Join Doug and Mike as they introduce key concepts regarding community conservation and learn how to transform your yard and neighborhood into a haven for biodiversity.  www.LoveOurLand.orgMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/light-patterns/tethers
In this episode, Doug highlights three recent conservation projects he worked on. First, in southeast Utah, he conducted surveys for federally protected birds like the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, ensuring infrastructure projects don't harm endangered species. Doug also shares some exciting wildlife encounters and his search for the elusive Western bumblebee.Next, he reflects on how companies are becoming more involved in conservation efforts and how regulations impact the work. Finally, Doug talks about his time in Ohio's wildlife refuges, where he surveyed bumblebees and spotted several bald eagles...and more! Enjoy!Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
As Mike and Doug walk the trail at the Simpson Nature Preserve, they discuss the importance of trails and how they foster community connection and a respect for their local green spaces. Then they discuss the harry topic- outdoor cats and the damage they cause to local e ecosystems. Finally, we hear from members of our Youth Conservation Team on why they joined YCT and what they do in the group. We hope you enjoy!Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
In this episode tells us all about our native bees and we dive into the 'controversial' subject of Honey bees also. Doug also discusses what you can do with your landscapes this month. Enjoy!Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
Mike and Doug discuss the reappearance of bobcats in the area, the truth about coyotes, and how you can call in your own owls! Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
In this episode Doug talks about his favorite winter walking spots in greater Cincinnati and Mike speaks with Josh Torbeck, the Executive Director of the Clermont County Park District.Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
In this episode Mike and Doug discuss the mushrooms to be on the lookout for right now and how to cook them up! He then discusses collecting acorns and where to bird watch this winter. We wrap it up with an interview with Terrie Pucket of The Grail. We discuss their new initiatives as they celebrate their 80th year- including one with Love Our Land. So, sit back and enjoy!Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
In our inaugural episode, Mike and Doug introduce themselves and discuss what to do with your fall leaves, what to plant and when, and the importance of bats. Brought to you by Gina Dubell-Smith's Designed2Sell Team eXp Realty
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