Faced with a world of increasingly complex legal, industrial, and social systems, it can feel paralyzing to attempt to make any meaningful ecological impact on the world. Hosts Mike Stoess and Nick Donavon break through these monolithic challenges that the world faces, seeking simple, attainable solutions for the average person that focus on backyard issues, rather than global dilemmas. On top of tackling ecological issues, Nick and Mike explore ways to better enjoy the outdoors and take in depth looks at the flora and fauna of the South East U.S. Listeners are invited to join their journey of learning and self improvement as they take steps to get a little closer to the world around us, and maybe even becoming a bit more wild minded.
In the third installment of our spotlight series, we take a look at one of the South's strangest fish, the American paddlefish. They're big, they're hungry, and they've got special electric senses. **Bear with us as we navigate recording remotely, some audio is not up to our usual standard.Find us on Facebook and InstagramSupport us on PatreonExcerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnPodcast art by Brittany StoessSupport the show
In the second spotlight episode we take a look at the elusive spotted salamander. While it may look average (for a salamander), this creature has an exceptionally unique relationship with its environment that makes it unlike anything else.**Correction regarding Patreon: If you decide to subscribe to our Patreon during the hiatus, you will be charged at signup, but any monthly charges following will be waived until the show returns. What was said during the episode is incorrect.Find us on Facebook and InstagramSupport us on PatreonExcerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnPodcast art by Brittany StoessSupport the show
Introducing a new series of the Wild Minds Podcast: Spotlight! As we continue to produce our regular content, we will also be creating shorter, more focused episodes on neat animals, plants, and other parts of nature. Our first Spotlight is on the mighty mason bee; a small and often overlooked insect that is a bigger part of our days than we might realize.Find us on Facebook and InstagramSupport us on PatreonExcerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnPodcast art by Brittany StoessSupport the show
You've got your gear, you've found a new trail to hike, you've even got a brand new field guide to check out all of the cool stuff on the trail, what's left? Leave No Trace offers us some great tips on how to interact with the outdoors while minimizing damage to our local flora and fauna. You may be surprised how easy it is to leave an impact.Find us on Facebook and InstagramSupport us on PatreonExcerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnPodcast art by Brittany StoessSupport the show
If you're not sure how to get started with enjoying the outdoors, or if you are looking for a better understanding of all the stuff you find on the trail, we've got you covered. We'll be talking about how to find the right gear (or not!) and how to beat the "green haze."***If you notice some issues with our audio, we are still learning!REI's Ten EssentialsFind us on Facebook and Instagram.Support us on Patreon.Music:Excerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnExcerpt from "Piano Ambience Relax" by Coma-Media from PixabayPodcast art by Brittany Stoess
All journeys begin somewhere. Meet your hosts, get to know a little of what brought us to the Trailhead, and come along with us as we start this wild ride.Find us on Facebook and Instagram for updates.Music - excerpts from "Network Effect" by No Thank You JohnPodcast Art - Brittany Stoess
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