The Nature Wanderer

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Are you up for the ramblings of a Naturalist Educator?  I head off to Major’s Park in the town of Aurora, NY. Along my hike I talk about how nature can heal as well as keep you mentally and physically healthy. Learn how you can connect better with nature for a healthier life. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episodes. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Nature Wanderer Merch at…  https://www.naturewanderer.org/merch Support the podcast by sharing, subscribing, reviewing and downloading.  Support the podcast and the other NW projects by donating at https://ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer You can find me at: www.thenaturewanderer.com www.instagram.com/the_nature_wanderer www.facebook.com/thenaturewanderer Thank you for listening and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week. Help keep the planet healthy and clean. Affordable environmentally friendly products at Life Without Plastic. Click here to shop for the planet.

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Join me on a special hike for Indigenous Peoples’ Day as we walk the trail through the lens of Indigenous wisdom. Along the way, we’ll explore how Native peoples used and honored plants, listened to birds as messengers, shaped the land with care, and gave places names that carried memory and meaning. This episode is a journey into gratitude, story, and connection — a reminder that the land is not just scenery, but a living relative.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Join me on The Forest Connection podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next episode!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Step onto the trail with me as we journey through the vibrant season of autumn. In this episode of The Nature Wanderer, we’ll explore the crisp air, crunch of fallen leaves, and the dazzling colors that make this time of year so special. Along the way, I’ll share tips for noticing the small seasonal changes in plants and animals, how hiking in autumn can boost your mood, and why this season is the perfect invitation to slow down and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re wandering a nearby park or a quiet forest trail, join me in celebrating the magic of autumn hikes.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Join me on The Forest Connection podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next episode!

Often dismissed as pests or road-crossing nuisances, opossums are actually fascinating and beneficial neighbors. In this episode of The Nature Wanderer, we uncover the surprising lives of North America’s only marsupial. From their role in controlling ticks to their unique defense of “playing possum,” you’ll discover why these nocturnal wanderers deserve more respect. Join me as we shine a light on the opossum’s hidden world and learn what makes them such remarkable survivors.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Join me on The Forest Connection podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next episode!

Think you know gulls? Most people picture them as noisy beach scavengers stealing french fries, but there’s so much more to these clever and adaptable birds. In this episode of The Nature Wanderer, we dive into the fascinating world of gulls.We’ll explore their intelligence, complex social behaviors, surprising nesting habits, and the important ecological role they play along coasts, lakes, and rivers. You’ll also discover the truth behind the name “seagull” and learn why gulls are more than just background noise at the beach.Join me as we wander into the lives of these resourceful survivors and gain a new appreciation for one of nature’s most misunderstood birds.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Join me on The Forest Connection podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next episode!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! This week we explore some fascinating and strange bird behaviors like anting. What is anting? Why is it done? Listen to learn about this curious behavior.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Join me on The Forest Connection podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next episode!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! How often do you get out in nature to connect? Not just hang out in nature but actually connect with nature? We have disconnected with the natural world around us and it is affecting our physical and mental health. It is time to get back to that connection with the natural world around us. Listen this week as I discuss the ways that we can better connect with the natural world around us.Join me on The Forest Connection podcast.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! When was the last time you could listen to the sounds of nature without distraction from human noises?  It’s been awhile for me as well. It gets harder and harder to find quiet places any more. How is all this NOISE affecting the wildlife and habitats? Learn the answer to this question and much more in this weeks episode of The Nature Wanderer Podcast. Enjoy your listening.Finding Quiet Places…US Parks Service Sound MappingEarth.FMNoise Pollution Map - EuropeQuiet Parks InternationalHush City AppQuiet Near MeThe podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! When was the last time you could listen to the sounds of nature without distraction from human noises?  It’s been awhile for me as well. It gets harder and harder to find quiet places any more. How is all this NOISE affecting the wildlife and habitats? Learn the answer to this question and much more in this weeks episode of The Nature Wanderer Podcast. Enjoy your listening.Finding Quiet Places…US Parks Service Sound MappingEarth.FMNoise Pollution Map - EuropeQuiet Parks InternationalHush City AppQuiet Near MeThe podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Today I was supposed to be leading a nature hike at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Buffalo, NY but had a no-show, so I took the free time to “slow down” and be with nature. Join me today as I explore the nature around me and teach you about slowing down in a hectic world.  Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Today I am talking about a very fast predator in the sky. Join me as we explore the fascinating world of the falcons.  Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Today I am talking about some of the bird observations that I have made this past week and how climate change is changing the behaviors of some of the birds.  Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Today I head into the “wilds” of my own backyard for part two of solving the mystery of the missing wildlife. Our separation from the natural world has caused us to groom our yards to the point where they don’t support a natural ecosystem. Our yards have turned into a desert.  Enjoy your listening.Here are some links to websites that will help you create a backyard habitat for the wildlifeGeneral information and finding local species - https://homegrownnationalpark.org/Audubon’s native species finder - https://www.audubon.org/native-plantsNational Wildlife’s native plant finder - https://nativeplantfinder.nwf.org/NWF backyard habitat program - https://www.nwf.org/Native-Plant-Habitats/Create-and-CertifyThe podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Today I head into the “wilds” of my own backyard to try to solve the mystery of the missing wildlife. Our separation from the natural world has caused us to groom our yards to the point where they don’t support a natural ecosystem. Our yards have turned into a desert.  Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! It’s trivia time. This week we’re going to enjoy some trivia with nature sounds. I’ll be playing several sounds from the wild and you need to guess who or what made the sound. Just a fun way to learn more about the nature around us. Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! Have you ever sensed that the weather was about to change just by the way the wind feels or the air smells?  If so, you are practicing an ancient skill known as weather sniffing. This week, I am bringing the art of weather sniffing and the history behind it to your ears. Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! This week, I am getting up on my soap box to talk about trail etiquette. Too often I see trails being abused and people disrespecting others that use the trails. I understand that many people don’t know the proper etiquette for trail usage, so I’m here to hopefully bring it to more peoples attention. Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! This week, I am up before the sun to enjoy the morning chorus of birds and to watch the sky magically change colors as the sun rises above the horizon. I’ll discuss the health benefits of stopping the business of life to watch the sunrise or sunset as well as talking about the scientific reasons behind the vibrant colors. Enjoy your listening.The podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer! This week, we’re heading into nature to see the things we often miss. We’ll be taking a closer look at the amazing close-up world of nature as we peer through our magnifying glass. Grab your magnifying glass and join me for an adventure up close.The spider I couldn't remember the name of in the episode is known as a white crab spider. I can't believe I forgot what it was called.the podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects: Donate here: ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: Amazon Author Page Nature Wanderer merch: naturewanderer.org/merchLet’s stay connected!  www.thenaturewanderer.com Instagram FacebookDon’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates: Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.  Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!

Thanks for wandering through nature with me on another episode of The Nature Wanderer!This week, we’re heading to the wetlands to meet one of spring’s smallest—and loudest—harbingers: the spring peeper! These tiny chorus frogs may be hard to spot, but you’ve probably heard their high-pitched calls echoing through the evening air. This week we’ll explore how these little amphibians signal the health of our ecosystems and remind us why protecting even the smallest creatures matters.Support the podcast and other Nature Wanderer projects:🌱 Donate here: ⁠ko-fi.com/thenaturewanderer⁠📚 Nature journals and books by The Nature Wanderer: ⁠Amazon Author Page⁠👕 Nature Wanderer merch: ⁠naturewanderer.org/merch⁠Let’s stay connected!🌐 ⁠www.thenaturewanderer.com⁠📷 ⁠Instagram⁠📘 ⁠Facebook⁠🎧 Don’t forget to share, subscribe, review, and download to help others find the podcast. Got a topic idea or nature question? I’d love to hear from you!Support our eco-friendly affiliates:🧼 Try Apple Valley Natural Soaps – a treat for your skin and the planet.🌍 Shop Life Without Plastic for sustainable swaps that make a difference.Thank you for listening—and keep wandering through nature. I’ll see you next week!