FVCC Nature Journal
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Join host, John Fraley, in an exploration of fun aspects of the natural world: interesting bird and wildlife species, other fauna, and flora, much of which we can find on the FVCC Campus.
The podcast features interviews with naturalists and wildlife professionals and students doing interesting projects, as well as funny and unusual aspects of nature and wildlife management. Listeners can learn about nature in their own backyard (or campus).
John's experience includes hosting a wildlife and nature radio show for more than 20 years on local radio stations KJJR and KALS.
The podcast features interviews with naturalists and wildlife professionals and students doing interesting projects, as well as funny and unusual aspects of nature and wildlife management. Listeners can learn about nature in their own backyard (or campus).
John's experience includes hosting a wildlife and nature radio show for more than 20 years on local radio stations KJJR and KALS.
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The beautiful pine marten is a rarely seen member of the weasel family with a sable-like coat of fur. People have treasured this elusive furbearer for thousands of years. Come along with marten enthusiast, Heather Fraley, and learn all about this "villain in velvet!"
And stay tuned until the end for an important announcement!
The little brown bat faces a lot of challenges, including some negative public attitudes towards bats, and a disease known as white nose fungus. Join us today along with FVCC student, Annabella Amsweller, to learn all about Montana’s most common bat!
The beaver is an important part of the stream ecosystem. Beavers are known for slapping their flat tail to warn colony members. They sure are cute, but they are one of most common species in damage complaints. Come along today to learn all about North America’s largest rodent!
The Yellowstone super-volcano is one of our planet's restless giants. Could it erupt in our lifetimes? Come along with FVCC Professor and geothermal expert, Adam Wenz, as we learn all about this little-known Yellowstone volcano.
Lone Pine State Park, one of our most popular, is truly a jewel in the hills above the Flathead. Join long time Parks Manager, Brian Schwartz, as we learn about this incredible park, and maybe uncover a few of its secrets too!
The song that plays in the background from 8:22 to 10:22 is a portion of Woods by Hawkin.
Have you ever had a question for a game warden but were afraid to ask? Join us on the show as the singing game warden, Ben Chappelow, tells us about grouse hunting, bear safety, and what it’s like to patrol the back country!
Join Wade Fredenberg and John Fraley as they talk about fun aspects of fish, and a great place to take a kid fishing in Montana.
Join us today as fisheries biologist, Wade Fredenberg, talks about crazy fish names, what they mean, their origins, and the crazy fish that go with them.
Flathead Lake is perhaps the most beautiful and valuable natural lake in Montana, and maybe the entire west. Join us today as fisheries biologist, Kenny Breidinger, talks about managing this complex water body and its native fishery of bull trout and westslope cutthroat trout in light of complex challenges.
Join educator, Audubon Society conservationist, and performer, Denny
Olson as he mimics his way through the bird world and talks about how
important birds are to the natural world and our society!
You can find Denny Olson with the Flathead Audubon Society at
https://flatheadaudubon.org/
You may not realize how important birds are to people and society. Join the famous educator, performer and bird mimic Denny Olson as we explore the world of some our most important bird species!
You can find Denny Olson with the Flathead Audubon Society at https://flatheadaudubon.org/
The Ponderosa Pine is Montana’s state tree. It is a magnificent conifer with long, well ordered needles. Recently hail damage and disease have challenged Ponderosa Pine in the Flathead area. Come along with FVCC’s Christina Relyea as we talk about a new project to find out more about this towering monarch.
Glacier National Park is emerging out of winter and into spring. The critters are waking up and a few trails are available for hiking. Join Glacier Park expert, Chis Peterson, editor of the Hungry Horse News, as we talk about springtime in our nearby gem of a national park.
They may be pretty, but Northern Flickers like nothing better than to pound a hole in your house! Come along on today’s podcast, as we learn all about this fascinating woodpecker, and explore some ways to discourage them from setting up shop on the side of your home.
Fish like Dolly Varden and Arctic Grayling face challenges in the dark cold environments north of the Arctic Circle. Join Alaska fisheries scientist, Kevin Fraley, as he takes us on a tour of these unique fisheries of the far north.
The Northwest Montana Lookout Association is an organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic fire lookouts. Come along on this episode of the Nature Journal for a fun tour and great views among the peaks with Board Member, Kjell Petersen.
Northwest Montana Lookout Association website: https://www.nwmt-ffla.org/
Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwestmontanalookouts
Some people say that there is a giant serpent-like creature living in Flathead Lake. Some say it resembles a giant sturgeon. Some long ago people believed in this legend, and sightings of the monster continue to this day. Come along on the Nature Journal as we explore the legend of the Flathead Monster.
You can find the map of the sightings referred to in this episode on the Flathead Lakers' website, here.
Montana’s state parks help unlock the history of our great state. From Giant Springs to Lewis and Clark Caverns, from Bannock to Flathead Lake, these gems are here for you to visit. Join us today on the Nature Journal as we talk with FVCC Library Director Morgan Ray about these slices of Montana…
A huge “dinosaur fish” has remained virtually unchanged for 100 million years. The white sturgeon is North America’s largest freshwater fish. Join us on today’s podcast to learn about these unusual fish, and how to fish for them.
Montana is home to 90 native and non-native fish species. Come along on today’s Nature Journal episode to learn all about some of our favorites.
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