Out and About

Josh Libman
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The natural world is loaded with interesting learning opportunities, and the Forest Preserve District of Kane County has over 20,000 acres to explore! Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the District, and have some fun with Naturalist Josh Libman as we highlight the wonderful ways to enjoy our open spaces.

Episodes

  1. 05/26/2022

    Episode 9: Freshwater Mussels

    Get ready for a splash course in mussel ecology! A big thanks to the Natural Resources Department of the FPDKC for letting me join them during their stream survey.

    11 min

  2. 08/10/2021

    Episode 8: Singing Insects Redux

    The hot and humid conditions of a Midwest summer provide the perfect stage for insect activity. Let's tune in and see what these critters are up to! This episode originally aired on September 17, 2020. Thanks for listening!

    19 min

  3. 03/30/2021

    Episode 7: Spring Wildflowers

    Step off the trail and into a fairytale as we learn about spring ephemeral wildflowers! Thanks to Noel, Connie, and April for providing audio this episode. Music in this episode comes from The Four Seasons Ballet by Giuseppe Verdi.

    15 min

  4. 02/25/2021

    Episode 6: Maple Sugaring

    Celebrate the coming of spring with a deep dive into the process of maple sugaring!  Special thanks to Noel for contributing audio this episode.

    11 min

  5. 12/17/2020

    Episode 5: New Year's Nature Resolutions

    Ring in the New Year with Ranger Josh! We’ll explore the health benefits of spending time in the great outdoors, and hear some nature resolutions from our listeners. See you all next year! Special thanks to April, Owen, Amelia, Noel, Burt, and Connie for contributing audio this episode. You guys are awesome!

    10 min

  6. 10/28/2020

    Episode 4: Halloween Special

    Get ready for some tricks and treats as we dispel the spooky myths surrounding some of our local wildlife. Thanks to David and Connie for contributing audio this episode. Happy Halloween!

    15 min

  7. 09/17/2020

    Episode 3: Insects

    Let's get to know the creepy, crawly inhabitants of our woodlands, prairies, and households! Special thanks to Kelli, Marissa, Nate, Jeanette, Rachel, and my Momma for providing audio this episode.  For more information check out Singing Insects of North America

    18 min

  8. 07/09/2020

    Episode 2: Amphibians

    We're getting wet n' wild with our local amphibian friends! For more information, check out the Calling Frog Survey through the Chicago Academy of Sciences.  A big thanks to Connie, Noel, Brittany, Theo, Ben and Jeanette for contributing audio this episode!

    14 min

  9. 05/21/2020

    Episode 1: Spring Bird Migration

    The pilot episode of Out and About is all about birds! Species mentioned in this episode include: Blackpoll Warbler Cedar Waxwing Wood Thrush A big thanks to Connie, Chuck, Noel, Marissa and Vivian for playing along with me - I couldn't have done it without you!

    11 min

  10. 05/06/2020

    Out and About - Trailer

    We're trying our hand at making a podcast!

    1 min
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About

The natural world is loaded with interesting learning opportunities, and the Forest Preserve District of Kane County has over 20,000 acres to explore! Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the District, and have some fun with Naturalist Josh Libman as we highlight the wonderful ways to enjoy our open spaces.

Information

  • Creator
    Josh Libman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Josh Libman
  • Show Website
    Out and About