Crossing Streams

Cassandra Alfstad
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A nature-made podcast for every walk of life to enjoy, hosted by Critter Cass and Tallgrass Tony. Covering topics from backpacking and outdoor recreation, to managing prairies, we invite everyone to come cross streams with us.

  1. 01/31/2024

    Prairie Partnerships Part Two: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever

    Tabitha Panas, wildlife biologist with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, joins Cass and Tony to talk about the collaborations you could be having with two phenomenal organizations- Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever! Tabitha talks about her role as a wildlife biologist and why you should care as much as we do about your local ecology. Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    59 min

  2. 01/31/2024

    Prairie Partnerships Part One: Tallgrass Prairie Center

    Laura Fischer Walter joins Critter Cass and Tallgrass Tony for part one of our prairie partnership series! Learn all about efforts the Tallgrass Prairie Center, located in Cedar Falls (Iowa), has made to restore our native landscape.  Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    56 min

  3. 12/15/2023

    Eating Pokeweed, jaguars, and other classic naturalist tales

    Cass and Tony are joined by several influential members of the Iowa Association of Naturalists. Hear funny tales of perseverance, wild encounters, and deep connections all foraged by the hands of our local naturalists.  Special guests include Mike Krebill, Matt Crayne,  Chris Atkins, Jen Stroyan, Jess Wagner, and Alison Nodurft. Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    48 min

  4. 11/22/2023

    Sunday's Best Griffons

    Naturalist Sunday Ford joins Cass and Tony to share her knowledge and expertise on wire-hair pointing griffons. She is a licensed breeder and has deep connections with each liter. Join us to learn about pedigrees, bird dogs, and good upland game hunting. Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    51 min

  5. 10/06/2023

    Forest Therapy and Shinrin-Yoku

    Owner of Forest Spirit LLC., Karen Johlas-Szalkowski joins Cass and Tony to talk about her journey with forest therapy/ forest bathing. Karen is a certified forest therapy guide and invites all to find themselves using nature as a medium. Learn all about the process, ritual, and tea ceremony in this week's episode. Want to give forest bathing a try? Connect with Karen at forestspiritwalks.com or email her at forestspiritwalks@gmail.com. Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    48 min

  6. 09/08/2023

    Through the lens of a conservation photographer

    Jacob Pitzenberger joins Cass and Tony to share his wealth of knowledge on conservation photography. Dedicating years of service to the land, Jacob manages a private wildlife refuge and has found his voice through photography. Capturing the practices that heal the land, Jacob exhibits his work as a medium to preach restorative efforts of native species. Tune in to learn about his beginnings, the lessons learned, and his future goals as he shares his passions. Follow him on Instagram @jacob.pitzenberger Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    53 min

  7. 08/08/2023

    The only draft Cass cares about and special guests

    Coming back from a short break, Cass and Tony are joined by their spouses to draft the best line up of mammals, birds, herps, and plants. Who do you think drafted best?  Special guests: Michael Barbosa (soon-to-be husband of @crittercass) and Emily Vorwald (Ton'y wife). #what'syoursmell #crossingstreams Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    53 min

  8. 06/29/2023

    The marsh muck reclamation story of eastern Iowa

    Allison Nodurft with Nahant Marsh in Davenport hops on with Cass and Tony to share the history of eastern Iowa's most iconic marsh. Learn how Nahant went from a lead-ridden gun range to a thriving, diverse network of ecosystems.  Thanks for crossing streams with us! Remember to always cross streams with a buddy and leave only footprints.

    49 min
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A nature-made podcast for every walk of life to enjoy, hosted by Critter Cass and Tallgrass Tony. Covering topics from backpacking and outdoor recreation, to managing prairies, we invite everyone to come cross streams with us.

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  • Creator
    Cassandra Alfstad
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Crossing Streams
  • Show Website
    Crossing Streams