I have been blessed to produce and broadcast podcast shows for many years. The best of Joey Bee Part 2 is about many of my greatest adventures. As an Environmental Scientist, my goal is to bring you the very best that nature has to offer.
As an Environmental Scientist and host of Joey Bee Outdoor, Science, and Nature I have had the opportunity to learn and share with our audience a vast amount of facts about the outdoors. On this ‘best of part 1’ podcast I will recount many adventures from my research on wolves to having a flying squirrel...
Many people love the fall. From the chill in the air to leaves turning colors to the many fun activities. On this show I discuss many different senarios that the fall presents. From apple picking to……..
Organic gardening is beneficial to the gardener as well as the earth. My guest on the show today is expert organic gardener, Inspector Dave. His many years of experience and knowledge allows our gardens to flourish.
I have taken photos of people feeding geese next to the sign that reads ‘Do Not Feed The Geese’. But it is not only our feathered friends. I will give specific examples of problems that will occur when we feed wildlife.
Freedom is for all Americans. We must work together as a nation to enjoy this freedom from sea to shinning sea.
There is an entire process that happens once a goose is sitting on a nest. The rules legally change when the goslings hatch. I observed this part of parenting near one of my ponds. Any time I approached, the drake put on a defensive posture.
This is the time of the year when many people sit by an open fire at a campsite or in the comfort of their backyard. It is imperative that we have a safe fire. On this show I teach about the methods of starting a fire and discuss all safety concerns.
If you ever encounter a moose in the wild (from a distance) you will understand why this creature is an awesome animal. I have seen many in the Beartooth Mountains in Montana as well as Yellowstone National Park. The moose is ‘larger than life’ and very much more than a cartoon character with a flying...
There is a tiny stream that connects the two ponds on my farm. It is not large enough to support a trout population. So my adventure to find a small stream with native trout began. Google Maps and Earth helped with the search. But instead of tracking animals I began to track off the beaten...
Intruder or friend? Misunderstood? Maybe? Carpenter ants at some time will find their way into your home. But what about their habits in the wild. My guest today to discuss this topic is Chloe Jelley, a PhD student at Cornell University. Her research and expertise will educate us all about the carpenter ant.
Many people have been like the groundhog. Hibernating all winter long. And now, it is time to begin to work outside. Gardening, clean-ups, and mowing the lawn to name a few chores. We must ensure that we are fit for these tasks. This show will help you prepare for the many deeds ahead.
The long winter nap is over and we now turn toward spending time in the outdoors. Every gardener has been eagerly waiting for this moment. There are many advantages in raised bed gardening. I will delve into this method of gardening on this show.
“Feed Me, I Want Food” was the recurring theme in Little Shop Of Horrors. No, this show is not about human-eating plants but actual carnivorous plants in the wild. During my research and travels across America I have seen many carnivorous plants. Allow me to teach you about them and show you where to find...
We live in a world ‘surrounded by plastic’. From plastic straws to children’s toys. The problem is as plastics breakdown in the environment they are releasing harmful toxins. Microplastics (small particles) have been found in the Arctic ice. This show will bring to light this dilemma and possible solutions. (photo courtesy of grist.org)
A few top predators are misunderstood. The great white shark is definitely one of them. Scientists continue to learn more about them with tagging systems and now TV cameras attached to the tags. This show will give you an inside look into the world of the great white shark. (photo courtesy of qz.com)
My list of what to do on a warm winter day is always growing. From hiking the trails to pruning my grapes to….There is a multitude of activities, tasks, and prep work for my spring adventures. This show will give you inspiration to get outside on those warm winter days! (photo courtesy of Silveroak.com)
After a few warm days in winter many people begin to think about spring. We may have visions of colorful flowers dancing in our head so proper planning is imperative. There are specific plants that will attract pollinators to your garden. My guest on the show is author and Naturalist, David Alexander. He will discuss...
So how many bald eagles have you seen in the wild? On a bad day I see three and on a good day, thirty three. Yes, I said thirty three! So where do you find this many bald eagles? My adventure will take you to the ‘land of eagles’. (photo courtesy of Karen VanDyk)
Do you like beer? My guest on the show is brewmaster for Varitage Brew Works, Mark Costa. He discusses how beer is brewed and the science behind this process. Mark also speaks about his journey from home brewing to becoming brewmaster. (photo courtesy of Mark Costa)