Fox & the Forest

You've probably heard of Isle Royale National Park. Although one of the least visited national parks, it's one of the most revisited and is one of the closer parks for those of us living in mid-Michigan. What you might not know is that Isle Royale is ground zero for the longest ongoing predator-prey study, which examines the fascinating relationship between the island's wolves and moose. Moosewatch is a citizen science effort to assist researchers with the necessary groundwork to help collect data critical to this ongoing effort. In this episode, SBLC staff members Ted Lind and Trevor Edmonds sit down with SBLC Executive Director Zak Branigan to discuss the variety of challenges and rewarding experiences offered to those that participate as Moosewatch volunteers. Sit back and enjoy!

If you'd like to learn even more about Ted and Trevor's experience participating in Moosewatch, check out this video from the SBLC's Socially Distant Science & Adventure Series featuring footage and photos detailing the journey!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNo57LUjJAU

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In this episode, we introduce a few tweaks to improve production quality, organize things a little better, identify an SBLC supporting organization, and begin our new segment about the special places of our watershed. The main topic for today's episode is the planning of our annual programming calendar! We discuss campouts, nature photography workshops, volunteerism, orienteering, and nature-based crafts.

This episode brought to you by SBLC sponsor Weinlander Fitzhugh https://www.wf-cpas.com/
Bay City State Park https://www.michigan.org/property/bay-city-state-park
Gates Lodge https://gateslodge.com/
Sand Point Nature Preserve http://www.sblc-mi.org/sand-point-nature-preserve.html
Wah Sash Kah Moqua Nature Preserve http://www.sblc-mi.org/wah-sash-kah-moqua-nature-preserve.html
Little Forks Outfitters https://littleforks.com/

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We felt it was time to put up or shut up, so this very rough first draft is our first ever podcast episode! We will certainly be more structured and refined as we go, but so far so good in terms of learning the gear and software. 

We explore current projects, recent adventures, and play a little game with Ted and Trevor as they prepare for a certification exam. 

Fox and the Forest is brought to you by the staff, friends, and supporters of the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy. 

Music is "Room with a view" by Jahzzar from the Free Music Archive. 

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Riverbend West is a vision for the restoration of critical riverfront property in our hometown ofBay City, Michigan. This complex project requires a broad coalition of foundations, volunteers, organizations, government agencies at the state and local levels, and more. Our team talks about the project and the steps required to convert a formerly contaminated property to a new, public natural area.

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Welcome back, Fox and the Forest listeners! Have you ever wondered how a conservation and restoration non-profit that spends A LOT of time outside stays busy during the cold winter months? In this episode, Zak, Ted, Lisa, and Trevor discuss how they keep on task at work and enjoy a variety of personal pursuits in the midst of a Michigan winter. From writing grants and hosting our annual Osprey Awards fundraiser (February 20 at Saginaw Valley State University!) to cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and curling up with good books, the SBLC covers a lot of bases. Bundle up, grab your favorite warm beverage, and enjoy!

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