Podcasts about American chestnut

In this episode, we delve into the ecological significance of the American chestnut tree with Sara Fitzsimmons, Chief Conservation Officer for The American Chestnut Foundation. Join as we explore its history, ecological importance, challenges faced due to habitat change and disease, on-going conservation efforts, and how you can get involved in its ecological restoration.    Resources: Diamond, S. J., et al. (2000). Hard mast production before and after the chestnut blight. Southern Journal of Applied Forestry, 24(4), 196-201. The American Chestnut Foundation The American Chestnut Foundation: Growing Chestnuts Tree Snapp App Varner, J. M., et al. (2021). Litter flammability of 50 southeastern north American tree species: evidence for mesophication gradients across multiple ecosystems. Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 4, 727042.   Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund  Do you have a topic you'd like us to cover? Leave us a review or send us an email at wildturkeyscience@gmail.com!   Sara Fitzsimmons sara.fitzsimmons@tacf.org, Website Dr. Marcus Lashley @DrDisturbance, Publications Dr. Will Gulsby @dr_will_gulsby, Publications Turkeys for Tomorrow @turkeysfortomorrow  UF DEER Lab @ufdeerlab, YouTube   Please help us by taking our (QUICK) listener survey - Thank you!  Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! DrDisturbance YouTube Watch these podcasts on YouTube Leave a podcast rating for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount  at Grounded Brand by using the code ‘TurkeyScience' at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to turkeysfortomorrow.org.    Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak  

In this episode, we delve into the ecological significance of the American chestnut tree with Sara Fitzsimmons, Chief Conservation Officer for The American Chestnut Foundation. Join as we explore its history, ecological importance, challenges faced due to habitat change and disease, on-going conservation efforts, and how you can get involved in its ecological restoration.    Resources: Diamond, S. J., et al. (2000). Hard mast production before and after the chestnut blight. Southern Journal of Applied Forestry, 24(4), 196-201. The American Chestnut Foundation The American Chestnut Foundation: Growing Chestnuts Tree Snapp App Varner, J. M., et al. (2021). Litter flammability of 50 southeastern north American tree species: evidence for mesophication gradients across multiple ecosystems. Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 4, 727042.   Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund  Do you have a topic you'd like us to cover? Leave us a review or send us an email at wildturkeyscience@gmail.com!   Sara Fitzsimmons sara.fitzsimmons@tacf.org, Website Dr. Marcus Lashley @DrDisturbance, Publications Dr. Will Gulsby @dr_will_gulsby, Publications Turkeys for Tomorrow @turkeysfortomorrow  UF DEER Lab @ufdeerlab, YouTube   Please help us by taking our (QUICK) listener survey - Thank you!  Check out the NEW DrDisturbance YouTube channel! DrDisturbance YouTube Watch these podcasts on YouTube Leave a podcast rating for a chance to win free gear! Get a 10% discount  at Grounded Brand by using the code ‘TurkeyScience' at checkout! This podcast is made possible by Turkeys for Tomorrow, a grassroots organization dedicated to the wild turkey. To learn more about TFT, go to turkeysfortomorrow.org.    Music by Artlist.io Produced & edited by Charlotte Nowak  

Japanese maples- what to be doing now, houseplants, butterflies, and the American Chestnut

The featured species of the month is Sweet Chestnut or European Chestnut. Similar of course to the blighted American Chestnut, but the Sweet variety flourishes in the UK and Europe and is often lauded for exterior cladding and for all manner of bushcraft work. The Chestnut is also a prime species for Coppice Forestry and I have a discussion about that silvicultural practice too.

The story of the American chestnut tree is a great reminder of just how much forests can change in a short time. Chestnut was once the dominant tree across much of our continent, providing food, shelter, and economic opportunity to generations of Appalachians. So where did the chestnuts go? And will they ever come back?We are joined this week by Cassie Stark of the American Chestnut Foundation, and Zoe Bergman of the Virginia Department of Forestry to learn all about this once ubiquitous tree, how we came to nearly lose it from the landscape, and what is being done to restore it. 

How conservationists are working to bring back the almost-extinct American Chestnut tree, and what that teaches about protecting other tree species

On this West Virginia Morning, WVPB last spring covered efforts at Shepherd University to regrow American chestnut forests in Appalachia. One year later, that project has incorporated new technology and a familiar tree variant. Jack Walker caught up with a pair of self-proclaimed “chestnutters” to discuss the project at large, and the future of the American chestnut. The post The Future Of The American Chestnut And Our Latest Us & Them, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Segment 2, March 23rd, 2024 Over one hundred years ago the American Chestnut tree had a considerable impact on the landscape of eastern North America.  This large, deciduous tree was a part of the diet of wildlife & people, it provided wood for buildings & furniture, & provided shade to the canopy of its habitat.  Then a blight occurred. The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) is the largest advocate & fundraiser for helping bring back a blight resistant version of the now endangered tree. TACF active member Doug Gillis joined Carolina Outdoor host, Bill Bartee about the impact & recent mistake that occurred to the modern research involving the chestnut tree. Show Highlights: The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF) has 5,000 members The passion of the chestnut comes from its presence in American lore but also the hope to reintroduce it to the American forests It is currently endangered but not extinct.  The blight strikes when it reaches a certain age & height The hybrid tree Darling 58 handled by SUNY-ESF was labelled incorrectly causing a genetic mistake Dino Grandoni article in the Washington Post describing the mistake Find a place to volunteer & learn more about the American chestnut tree Things You'll Learn by Listening: It is estimated that the blight decimated the American Chestnut tree by 3-4 billion.  There is an April Strategic Planning session in Virginia to consider the future moves of the TACF. The Carolina Outdoors is powered by the Charlotte fly shop, Jesse Brown's

800: Robbie Shaw on American Chestnut Blight and Rescue.Saving an iconic resource almost lost to history.In This Podcast: What if you discovered a long lost tree, one that there used to be billions of two centuries ago, but are now functionally extinct? Today's guest found one and rather than do nothing, she wrote a book about their story. Join Robbie Shaw as she shares the epic adventure of the American Chestnut.Our Guest: Robbie is a naturalist with a deep passion for storytelling that dates back to her childhood. When she stumbled across the New York Times article about an incurable blight that brought about the functional extinction of the American chestnut Forrest, she was moved and shocked. She wondered why generations of her family living in these forests never spoke about this incredible loss and why she had never learned about it in school.It has taken a century, but today's science and technology exist to address this tragedy and turn back the hands of time. Restoring a functionally extinct species is no small task. The goal of her debut novel, the tree that called us home is to share a story based on true events and disseminate, that story far and wide, so that every American for generations can come to know the beauty of sitting under a spreading chestnut tree and roasting chestnuts on an open fire. Robin holds a bachelor's degree in biological sciences from Syracuse University and for years taught traditional breeding methods as a high school educator. She also had a career as a financial planner, worked as a ski instructor, is a long-time organic farmer, and was elected to serve as a state representative to the Arizona legislature. Robbie's Book: The Tree That Called Us HomeBook Recommendation: The Diamond Cutter by Geshe Michael RoachVisit www.UrbanFarm.org/AmericanChestnut for the show notes and links on this episode! Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. Get the benefits of a personalized garden and yard space analysis without the cost of trip charges. You can chat with Greg, Janis or Ray to get permaculture based feedback.Click HERE to learn more!Become an Urban Farm Patron and listen to more than 850 episodes of the Urban Farm Podcast without ads. Click HERE to learn more.*Disclosure: Some of the links in our podcast show notes and blog posts are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, we will earn a nominal commission at no cost to you. We offer links to items recommended by our podcast guests and guest writers as a service to our audience and these

150 years ago, American Chestnut trees provided food for people and animals throughout the eastern United States as well as lumber. Then, a fungus from Asia nearly wiped them out. Researchers have been working to bring them back, but a genetically modified chestnut program hit a snag last year. As Roxy Todd reports, this has left […]

There's a good chance you've never seen an American Chestnut Tree. That's because they're functionally extinct. 4 million of these giants were wiped out in a span of just 40 years! We haven't seen numbers like that since the Passenger Pigeon episode. Or maybe the Rocky Mountain Locust episode. Or maybe another episode I'm forgetting. Tune in to find out what the heck happened. Leave us a voice message at: speakpipe.com/extinctioneventOr drop us a line at extinctionpod@gmail.com

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The American Chestnut Foundation has long supported a controversial plan to release genetically engineered chestnut trees into the wild. The Tree was being developed by the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF). But now poor performance in field trials and the revelation that researchers had even been field testing the wrong tree prompted The American Chestnut Foundation to pull its support for the GE Tree. The American Chestnut Foundation has also called for SUNY-ESF to pull its application before the United States Department of Agriculture for deregulation of the tree.On this episode of Breaking Green, we spoke with Anne Petermann.  Petermann co- founded Global Justice Ecology Project in 2003. She is the international coordinator of the Campaign to STOP GE Trees, which she also co founded. Petermann is a founding board member of the Will Miller Social Justice Lecture Series.  She has been involved in movements for forest protection and indigenous rights since 1991, and the international and national climate justice movements since 2004.  She participated in the founding of the Durban group for climate justice in 2004, in Durban, South Africa, and Climate Justice Now in 2007 at the Bali Indonesia UN climate conference.  Anne Petermann was adopted as an honorary member of the St. Francis- Sokoki band of the Abenaki in 1992 for her work in support of their struggle for state recognition. In 2000, she received the wild nature award for activist of the year. We will also  talk with Dr. Donald Davis, author of the American Chestnut: an environmental history. His exhaustive book explores how the American Chestnut Tree has shaped history as well as the cultural and environmental significance of the once ubiquitous tree. He also calls the story of the American Chestnut, a cautionary tale of unintended consequences, and criticizes plans to conduct a massive and irreversible experiment by releasing genetically engineered American chestnuts into the wild. Davis is an independent scholar, author and former Fulbright fellow. He has authored or edited seven books. His book, Where There are Mountains: an environmental history of the southern Appalachians, won the prestigious Philip D. Reed environmental writing award. Davis was also the founding member of the Georgia Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation, serving as its president from 2005 to 2006. He is currently employed by the Harvard forest as a research scholar and lives in Washington DC. Don't miss an episode and subscribe to Breaking Green wherever you get your podcasts.This podcast is produced by Global Justice Ecology Project.Breaking Green is made possible by tax deductible donations from people like you. Please help us lift up the voices of those working to protect forests, defend human rights and expose false solutions.  Donate securely online hereOr simply text GIVE to 716-257-4187

Dan Herms, vice president of research and development at the Davey Institute, talks about the American Chesnut tree - the history, chestnut blight and how scientists are trying to bring the species back to the United States.  In this episode we cover:  History of the American Chestnut (0:38)Mature specimens of the tree (2:44)Bringing the tree back (4:19)GMOs (7:57)Back crossing (11:27)How are the hybrid forests doing? (12:56)The future (15:14)To find your local Davey office, check out our find a local office page to search by zip code.  Connect with Davey Tree on social media:Twitter: @DaveyTreeFacebook: @DaveyTreeInstagram: @daveytreeYouTube: The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLinkedIn: The Davey Tree Expert Company Connect with Doug Oster at www.dougoster.com. Have topics you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Email us at podcasts@davey.com. We want to hear from you!    

The butternut walnut is arguably the least known nut tree across eastern North America. Often called the white walnut or the oil nut, it grows throughout the northeastern United States. Once a prized tree for furniture-making, carving, and boats, as well as the delicious nuts, it's mostly been lost to history today. Unfortunately, its story is similar to the American Chestnut. Butternut Canker Disease (caused by the fungus Ophiognomonia clavigignenti-juglandacearum), was first discovered in the 1960's (although it may have been in American forests earlier) and has slowly decimated butternut populations across the country, with few regions to the north still showing little signs of butternut canker. In this episode, we review this history of the butternut, the problems with hybridizing it, and the future of the butternut in North America!   Check out the corresponding substack article for resources, citations, and more information! https://poorprolesalmanac.substack.com/p/the-forgotten-butternut   To support this podcast, join our patreon for early episode access at https://www.patreon.com/poorprolesalmanac  For PPA Writing Content, visit: www.agroecologies.org For PPA Restoration Content, visit: www.restorationagroecology.com For PPA Merch, visit: www.poorproles.com For PPA Native Plants, visit: www.nativenurseries.org To hear Tomorrow, Today, our sister podcast, visit: www.tomorrowtodaypodcast.org/  

We're celebrating the life of our friend Dr. William Powell, who passed away just before Thanksgiving. Dr. Powell's American Chestnut Tree episode was one of our favorites of last year.  This episode is an inspiring story about how bringing together vision, community, and cutting-edge science can make the impossible possible. It's a story about American history, climate, globalization, and hope. It's the story of the American Chestnut Foundation's efforts to do something never before done: To restore a tree that is functionally extinct — the American Chestnut tree. You'll hear from Rex Mann, retired from the U.S. Forest Service and now a chestnut evangelist, and ACF's lead collaborating scientist, Dr. William A. Powell, professor at SUNY College of Environmental Science in Forestry. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to Stories of Impact wherever you listen to podcasts Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube Comments, questions and suggestions info@storiesofimpact.org Supported by Templeton World Charity Foundation

The American Chestnut was one of the most magnificent trees in North America. On today's episode of The Green Tunnel, we're going to explore how it lived, how it died, and how – with the help of scientists, non-profit organizations, and passionate volunteers – it just might repopulate the Appalachian Mountains once again.

In this episode, we dive into the history of the forgotten chinquapin and what new research tells us about its diversity and actual range. For folks unfamiliar, the chinquapin is often considered the smaller cousin of the American Chestnut, despite the fact that research today suggests that isn't the whole story. We're talking about the Ozark, Allegheny, and the Alabama chinquapins and what role these trees can play in our climate-change driven future!   Check out the corresponding substack article for resources, citations, and more information! https://poorprolesalmanac.substack.com/p/chinquapins  To support this podcast, join our patreon for early episode access at https://www.patreon.com/poorprolesalmanac  For PPA Writing Content, visit: www.agroecologies.org For PPA Restoration Content, visit: www.restorationagroecology.com For PPA Merch, visit: www.poorproles.com For PPA Native Plants, visit: www.nativenurseries.org To hear Tomorrow, Today, our sister podcast, visit: www.tomorrowtodaypodcast.org/  

Independent scholar Donald Davis talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus about the efforts to bring back the American Chestnut tree, which was decimated in the first half of the 20th century by a fungus introduced from Europe.  In the second of his two-part interview, Davis discusses the options.  His landmark book is "The American Chestnut, An Environmental History."

The American Chestnut Tree is functionally extinct, according to independent scholar Donald Davis, author of the book, "The American Chestnut, An Environmental History."  He talks with Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus on The Storyline book series about what wiped out the gigantic Eastern Forest trees that witnessed the unfolding of American history.  In a future visit with Donald Davis, he will discuss the efforts to bring back the American Chestnut.

Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) and I are book lovers and we've decided to do a monthly in-depth book discussion. Our 18th book is Prodigal Summer, written by Barbara Kingsolver, and next month we'll be chatting about A. W. Jantha's Hocus Pocus & The All-New Sequel (yes, that's what it's called). What's Prodigal Summer about? "Prodigal Summer tells the story of a small town in Appalachia during a single, humid summer, when three interweaving stories of love, loss and family unfold against the backdrop of the lush wildness of Virginia mountains. The narrative follows Deanna, a solitary woman working as a park ranger; Lusa, a recently widowed entomologist at odds with her late farmer husband's tight-knit family; and Garnett, an old man who dreams of restoring the lineage of the extinct American Chestnut tree. Kingsolver's extensive education in biology is on display in this book, laden with ecological concepts and biological facts. Her writing also exhibits her knowledge of rural Virginia, where she has lived for decades. In the acknowledgments Kingsolver thanks her Virginia friends and neighbors, as well as Fred Herbard of the American Chestnut Foundation." Thanks for tuning in. Also, feel free to ask questions or offer opinions of your own, whether down in the comment section or by hitting me up on social media @PhilSvitek. Also, check out Marisa's new podcast (Friends & Favorites w/Marisa Serafini) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friends-and-favorites-w-marisa-serafini/id1693327509. Lastly, for more free resources from your 360 creative coach, check out my website at http://philsvitek.com. RESOURCES/LINKS:  -Coach or Consultant Services: https://philsvitek.com/lets-work-together/   -Podcast Services: http://philsvitek.com/podcastservices  -Love Market Film: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Market-Amy-Cassandra-Martinez/dp/B09DFS3FTZ/ref=sr_1_14  -Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek   -Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/   -Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek   -Facebook: http://facebook.com/philippsvitek  -Twitter: http://twitter.com/philsvitek  -Financially Fit Foundation: http://financiallyfitfoundation.org  -Master Mental Fortitude Book: http://mastermentalfortitude.com  -Elan, Elan Book: http://philsvitek.com/elan-elan   -In Search of Sunrise Book: http://philsvitek.com/in-search-of-sunrise  -A Bogotá Trip Film: https://philsvitek.com/a-bogota-trip/ 

What does it take to save a species that is functionally extinct in the wild? Well, it turns out… a lot. Species conservation is not as simple as protecting ecosystems. In this episode, we explore how species and habitat conservation differ, using the story of the American Chestnut tree to illustrate how complex and multi-faceted species conservation can be. We had the pleasure of speaking with Jamie Van Clief, a staff scientist from The American Chestnut Foundation, about the strategies the foundation and its partners are employing to save this iconic native species from extinction. With an optimistic outlook, Jamie provides insight into the evolving world of chestnut conservation and what the future may hold for the American chestnut tree.  For more information about the American Chestnut Foundation, please visit acf.org and follow them on Instagram @tacf1983 and Twitter @chestnut1904.  ____________________________________ Guest: Jamie Van Clief Written, produced, edited, and hosted by Mira Polishook, with help from Emily Nagamoto. Music: Coming Soon! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/operation-climate/support

She's back! Heather McCargo, founder of Wild Seed Project in Portland, Maine, is back on BIRD HUGGER to answer your most pressing questions about growing native plants, shrubs and trees. On today's show, we discuss what natives to grow in shady areas. Go to Wild Seed Project at: https://wildseedproject.net/. Go to Native Seed Center at Turkey Hill Farm in Cape Elizabeth, Maine at: https://tinyurl.com/mt5xupvb. Go to Polly Hill Arboretum on Martha's Vineyard at: https://www.pollyhillarboretum.org/. Some natives discussed on today's show: Violets, Serviceberry, Shadberry, Spicebush, Viburnum, Redbud, Pagoda Dogwood, Witch Hazel, American Chestnut, Ohio Buckeye, Red Buckeye, Tulip Tree. Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildlife rehabilitator with 20 years of experience rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife, for twice-monthly discussions about restoring native habitat and helping the birds in your backyard. Access the BIRD HUGGER Newsletter here: www.birdhuggerpodcast.com. Send your questions about birds and native gardening to birdhuggerpodcast@gmail.com. (PG-13) St. Dymphna Press, LLC.

In this episode of "A Rich Spot of Earth" we talk about water: how water was collected and used at Monticello and how to properly water your own plants. We also discuss some of the plants sent back to Jefferson from the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and spend a few minutes on the American Chestnut, the severely endangered native tree that is making a comeback thanks to the efforts of the American Chestnut Foundation (www.acf.org). Featuring Michael Tricomi, Interim Manager and Curator of Historic Gardens; Peggy Cornett, Curator of Plants; Debbie Donley, Flower Gardener; and, Robert Dowell, Senior Nursery Associate at the Center.

In this episode of "A Rich Spot of Earth" we talk about water: how water was collected and used at Monticello and how to properly water your own plants. We also discuss some of the plants sent back to Jefferson from the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and spend a few minutes on the American Chestnut, the severely endangered native tree that is making a comeback thanks to the efforts of the American Chestnut Foundation (www.acf.org). Featuring Michael Tricomi, Interim Manager and Curator of Historic Gardens; Peggy Cornett, Curator of Plants; Debbie Donley, Flower Gardener; and, Robert Dowell, Senior Nursery Associate at the Center.

The story of the unimaginable destruction of the American Chestnut tree and the group of scientists, academics and tree lovers who are desperately trying to bring them back from the edge of extinction.LEARN MORE: Visit https://acf.org/ to find out more about this massive conservation effort

Welcome to Rooted Discussions, our roundtable conversations featuring top minds in the field of the topic at hand. On this episode, hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are joined by Adriana Del Grosso (American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), Erik Carlson (Graduate Student at American Chestnut Restoration and Research Project at SUNY ESF), ands Sara Fitzsimmons (Chief Conversation Officer, American Chestnut Foundation). Conversations include the history of The American Chestnut, the story behind the organizations working to bring the American Chestnut back to our forests, the trials, tribulations, and technology needed to make this comeback happen, and how close are we to seeing this dream become reality. Music by Andorra.  Follow The American Chestnut Foundation - Web / Chestnut Chat / Breeding Archive Follow The American Chestnut Research & Restoration Project at ESF - Web / Facebook Group Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good.  Visit Here.

Harry joins Rafe to discuss a Twitter post that ponders the idea of wonders — societal constructions that neither the architect nor the benefactor nor the labors will ever see completed — and how we never seem to do that anymore.We may do things like age wine or whiskey in barrels for a couple of decades, but our inability to think about how our efforts should be directed toward the Good of those generations into the future is a cultural stumbling block.The best we seem to be doing is trying to renew the American Chestnut tree, a grand hardwood stalwart of the American forest that may only be saved from chestnut blight through multigenerational thinking and some clever crossbreeding.In the end, we find that we are called to do things for those who will come after us, just as those who came before us did for us.  Build good long-lasting culture directed toward Truth, Beauty, and Goodness and be content knowing that it will benefit people you will likely never meet.

Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Joanie Mahoney, President at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry about SUNY ESF, Chasing Opportunities, and Guidance for Student Success.   Read her full bio below.This episode is sponsored by the PAEP - Pennsylvania Association of Environmental Professionals. Check them out at paep.org Showtimes: 4:13   Nic & Laura discuss their upcoming AMA9:25   Interview with Joanie Mahoney starts10:08   SUNY ESF22:37   Chasing Opportunities33:12   Guidance for student success44:03   Field NotesPlease be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review.This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Joanie Mahoney at https://www.esf.edu/president/index.phpGuest Bio:Joanie Mahoney was appointed President at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in November, 2020.  Prior to ESF, Ms. Mahoney served as Onondaga County Executive for 11 years and oversaw all aspects of a county government, which served 460,000 residents. During her tenure as county executive, she earned national recognition for her environmentally friendly stewardship.Before her elective office, Joanie worked as an attorney both in private practice with the Harris Beach law firm and for five years as a criminal prosecutor in the Onondaga County District Attorney's Office. Joanie serves as chair of the New York State Thruway Authority and co-chairs the Governor's Task Force for Reimagine the Canals.Ms. Mahoney received her bachelor of science degree from Syracuse University's School of Management and her juris doctor from S.U.'s College of Law. Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players.

April 1st, 2023 Segment 3 Over 100 years ago, 25% of our natural tree canopy in the eastern United States was made of by the American Chestnut tree. These were trees that were used by people for buildings & food & by wildlife for food & shade.  These trees grew to be large & were perfect for picnics & resting during travel. Now they are gone due to a blight that infected them in the early 1900s.  Over the past century over 4 billion of them have been killed. However, The American Chestnut Foundation continues to work towards breeding a version of the American Chestnut that can withstand the blight.  Doug Gillis, from TACF speaks with the Carolina Outdoors about the DARLING 58.  This tree that utilizes traditional breeding, bio-technology, & bio-control, to withstand the blight. Gillis also let's us know about Clear Day Thunder: Rescuing the American Chestnut. This documentary featuring Dolly Parton, Chuck Leavell, & President Jimmy Carter delves into this heritage tree & the fight to bring it back is being released on Earth Day, April 22, 2023.  

In this episode, we dig into some history, a sad story – and hope.All this from a tree that was known as the redwood of the east. A towering tree prized for its wood. A tree pivotal to the forest ecosystem.And by the 1950s, it was thought to be extinct in Ontario.But it wasn't extinct. And it's not extinct now.We head to southwestern Ontario to find out what the Canadian Chestnut Council is doing to bring the American chestnut back to the landscape. Whether you're a forager, interested in food forests, or want to grow nuts, this is a fun chat.Our chestnut guide is Ron Casier, chair of the Canadian Chestnut Council.We talk about: The American chestnut, and the place it held in the ecosystem Chestnut blight, and its effect on chestnut populations The “Canadian” American chestnut Breeding disease-resistance American chestnut varieties

The Facts:  Discover the tragic story of Franz Reichelt, a French inventor who jumped from the Eiffel Tower in 1912 wearing a parachute suit he had designed himself. The episode also delves into the history and decline of the American chestnut tree, which used to be one of the most abundant trees in the eastern United States before a devastating blight wiped out most of the species. Finally, the episode explores the little-known story of the Yippie movement's attempt to take over Disneyland in 1970, which resulted in a bizarre and comical confrontation with the park's security forces. Vote or Die Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: @factoffpod Email: thefactoffpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don and Chris talk about the history of the American Chestnut tree and what happened to these valuable trees.  The restoration efforts have ties to our 120 that you may find very interesting. 

Winter storms like "bomb cyclones" can be life-threatening, so it's important to know how to winterize, not only your car, but yourself. In this episode, Dr. Joe Alton discusses different ways to make sure you survive that car trip out in the blizzard, including all the supplies that would make sense to keep in the car just in case. Also, dental extraction is a rare thing you'd have to do yourself these days, but in long-term survival, someone has to do it, and you're elected. How to go about it? Dr. Alton tell you in this segment. Plus, Chestnuts have distinct health benefits which we'll tell you about, but also let's talk about the efforts to revive the American Chestnut, a rare tree in America's landscape today, but more than a quarter of our Eastern and Midwest forests 100 years ago.   Dr. Alton will talk about canine influenza, which seems to be more prevalent this year than others. What is the dog flu and can it, one day, mutate to infect humans. What you need to know for your dog and, maybe, yourself! All this and more in the latest episode of The Survival Medicine Podcast with Dr. Joe Alton! Wishing you the best of health in good times or bad, Joe and Amy Alton

The American chestnut was a dominant tree in many forests in the eastern United States. In the late 1800's an imported fungus spread rapidly throughout the range, destroying most of the trees in a matter of decades. Scientists at the State University of New York have engineered trees to host a gene from wheat that disarms the fungal invader, breaking the production of an acid required for infection. This strategy allows the tree and the fungus to live together without infection. Erik Carlson discusses the problem, the project, the push back and the current deregulation efforts to release the tree in the interest of repatriating its native range.  Read the release docket and provide your comments here -- https://www.regulations.gov/document/APHIS-2020-0030-8291/comment

It's....STILL CHRISTMAS TIME! And what is MORE Christmassy than Chestnuts and Cinnamon! Messy continues, and wraps up, her series on the Pumpkin Spices. Ya Boy dives into the devastating history of the American Chestnut tree and it's downfall due to the Chestnut blight. Support American Chestnut restoration: Saving the American Chestnut Tree | The American Chestnut Foundation (acf.org) www.trees-n-weeds.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jared-helms/support

Today on Sojourner Truth, we discuss the very real possibility of incorporating genetically engineered American Chestnut trees into wild forests, and the corporate and special interests pushing this forward as a false solution to address forest conservation with our guest, Executive Director of the Global Justice Ecology Project, Anne Peterman. We will also feature our Global Justice Ecology Project Earth Minute segment. We conclude the program with our guest, journalist Tina Gerhardt who covered the recent Cop 27 UN conference for The Nation magazine. We will discuss the public comment by the Tuvalu representative in response to the loss and damage funds agreement and its impact on countries in the global south.

Today on Sojourner Truth, we discuss the very real possibility of incorporating genetically engineered American Chestnut trees into wild forests, and the corporate and special interests pushing this forward as a false solution to address forest conservation with our guest, Executive Director of the Global Justice Ecology Project, Anne Peterman. We will also feature our Global Justice Ecology Project Earth Minute segment. We conclude the program with our guest, journalist Tina Gerhardt who covered the recent Cop 27 UN conference for The Nation magazine. We will discuss the public comment by the Tuvalu representative in response to the loss and damage funds agreement and its impact on countries in the global south.

The goal of this "assisted migration" experiment is to see if humans could not only help the American chestnut tree deal with climate change but also help restore it.

Brazil has chosen a new president and has taken a sharp leftward turn with its choice; the Georgia's Senate race between Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock remains tight; and scientists are hoping to return the American Chestnut to Eastern forests. Plus: making money collecting snakes, commentary from Cal Thomas, and the Thursday morning news. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Samaritan Ministries. It's not insurance, it's a community of Christians paying one another's medical bills. More at samaritanministries.org/worldpodcast. Award-winning author Paul David Tripp instructs believers to view digital media and technology through the lens of the gospel and points them toward a biblical framework for communication. Explaining how God wants the church to engage with culture and each other, Tripp encourages Christians to think wisely about their interactions and be a beacon of light in an age of toxicity. Reactivity will help readers understand who they are in Christ so they won't be swayed by a chaotic digital culture. www.crossway.org Emmaus Bible College prepares students to impact the world for Christ. In addition to Bible and Theology, we offer a broad range of high demand academic programs, including Computer Science, Business, Teacher Education, and many more. Find Christ-centered education, uncompromised biblical teaching, and valuable professional degrees in a college community that encourages your spiritual growth. Learn more at emmaus.edu.

Brazil has chosen a new president and has taken a sharp leftward turn with its choice; the Georgia's Senate race between Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock remains tight; and scientists are hoping to return the American Chestnut to Eastern forests. Plus: making money collecting snakes, commentary from Cal Thomas, and the Thursday morning news. Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Samaritan Ministries. It's not insurance, it's a community of Christians paying one another's medical bills. More at samaritanministries.org/worldpodcast. Award-winning author Paul David Tripp instructs believers to view digital media and technology through the lens of the gospel and points them toward a biblical framework for communication. Explaining how God wants the church to engage with culture and each other, Tripp encourages Christians to think wisely about their interactions and be a beacon of light in an age of toxicity. Reactivity will help readers understand who they are in Christ so they won't be swayed by a chaotic digital culture. www.crossway.org Emmaus Bible College prepares students to impact the world for Christ. In addition to Bible and Theology, we offer a broad range of high demand academic programs, including Computer Science, Business, Teacher Education, and many more. Find Christ-centered education, uncompromised biblical teaching, and valuable professional degrees in a college community that encourages your spiritual growth. Learn more at emmaus.edu.

Before most of the species was wiped out by blight, Pennsylvania's forests were filled with American Chestnut trees. Now, nonprofits throughout Appalachia are working to restore Chestnut populations. One such group, Green Forests Work, is helping to reintroduce American Chestnuts in their native habitat by incorporating them into reforestation efforts on former surface-mining sites.

In Episode #6 we discuss the American Chestnut Tree   Part 2 of a 2 Part SeriesYour host is Tommy Fowler. I have a biology degree from the University of Kentucky and a high passion for the outdoors.  I am "The Amateur Naturalist".We will talk about:We talk about eating chestnutsState University of New York studiesUniversity of New England studiesFarm in North Carolina selling chestnuts and saplingsSpeed Breeding trees to get them to pollinate in 9 months versus the normal 10 yearsMy website:https://theamateurnaturalist.buzzsprout.com/2032491If you are interested, contribute or join as a member:  (Or if you find an American Chestnut Tree please report it to these folks or one of the universities mentioned......or all three.)They have different chapters in several states.The American Chestnut Foundationhttps://acf.orgYou can help me out by:Please hit “download” on every episodePlease hit Followplease leave me a reviewdownload each of my episodesplease leave a 5-star rating    This helps me grow as a podcaster please tell 1-2 friends or family about this podcastThe short music intro and outro is:"Hickory Hollow" by Dan Lebowitz.  I love this music.  Thank you, Dan.This music is royalty free.

In Episode #5 we discuss the American Chestnut TreeYour host is Tommy Fowler. I have a biology degree from the University of Kentucky and a high passion for the outdoors.  I am "The Amateur Naturalist".We will talk about:Genus and species namethe trees importance to humansthe trees importance to wildlife and to domestic animalsthe fungal blight that killed off the trees (Cryphonectria parasitica)the uses of the treeit was once 25% of the forests in many stateswhere and how did the chestnut blight start**Listen next week to part #2 when I tell about how science attempts to bring back this incredible American Chestnut treeMy website:https://theamateurnaturalist.buzzsprout.com/2032491You can help me out by:Please hit “download” on every episodePlease hit Followplease leave me a reviewdownload each of my episodesplease leave a 5-star rating    This helps me grow as a podcaster please tell 1-2 friends or family about this podcastThe short music intro and outro is:"Hickory Hollow" by Dan Lebowitz.  I love this music.  Thank you, Dan.This music is royalty free.

Hope Cates, Park Ranger at the James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park in northwest Georgia, talks with Carolyn Hutcheson, In Focus host, about the Pinhoti Trail, which passes through the park from Alabama.  She also discusses the American Chestnut and the park's role in restoration efforts.

In this episode of From the Woods Today, we learn the history of the American Chestnut, how it used to be all over Kentucky's landscapes, and what you can do to help save it. We also walk you through the process of hunting for and reporting American chestnut trees you find in the wild using the TreeSnap app. 8.3.22 Watch Video From the Woods Today

In this episode we talk about using transgenic technology to fight the invasive pathogenic fungus that has decimated the American Chestnut tree and made it functionally extinct in the region where it was once a cornerstone of the ecosystem. We also get into the weeds regarding chestnut flower morphology, pollination and evolution and why it's such a f*cking incredible species.

A professional magician teaches magic tricks to inmates, and it is changing their whole prison experience.The American Chestnut tree is nearly gone for good. These people are working hard to bring it back. A special type of wall creates a radiating cooling effect. Here's how it works.

Today, we share an inspiring story about how bringing together vision, community, and cutting-edge science can make the impossible possible. It's a story about American history, climate, globalization, and hope. It's the story of the American Chestnut Foundation's efforts to do something never before done: To restore a tree that is virtually extinct — the American Chestnut tree. You'll hear from Rex Mann, who retired from the U.S. Forest Service now volunteers with the ACF, along with theACF's lead scientist, Dr. William A. Powell, professor at SUNY College of Environmental Science in Forestry, also joins us today. Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to Stories of Impact wherever you listen to podcasts Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube Comments, questions and suggestions info@storiesofimpact.org Supported by Templeton World Charity Foundation

A hundred years ago, the American chestnut was the redwood of the East. It was big, and it was everywhere, especially in the southern Appalachians. But, today, it's just a shrub and is, functionally, extinct. With chestnuts having gone through such a dramatic decline, restoration has been a priority, and it's been a restoration effort unlike many others. It's been one of the most passionate efforts an American tree has ever seen. Related Research: American Chestnut Oral History Project (2009) American Chestnut Restoration (NRS) “Reintroduction of American Chestnut in the National Forest System” (2014) “American Chestnut: A Test Case for Genetic Engineering?” (2014) “Growth, Survival, and Competitive Ability of Chestnut Seedlings Planted Across a Gradient of Light Levels” (2017) “Restoration of the American Chestnut Will Require More Than a Blight-Resistant Tree” (2020) Scientists: Leila Pinchot, Research Ecologist, Northern Research Station, Delaware, Ohio Bethany Baxter, American Chestnut Oral History Project, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Ella Preston, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Letcher County, Kentucky Harding Ison, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Letcher County, Kentucky James Mullins, American Chestnut Oral History Project, Dickenson County, Virginia Produced by the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station. Want more information? Visit us at www.nrs.fs.fed.us/podcast/2/3/ Any questions? Connect with us on Twitter!