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Wild Bird AcousticsThe Fruits of 2024; The Sound Identification of migrating Buntings Another audio packed episode at Wild Bird Acoustics! I begin with a magazine entitled 'The Fruits of 2024', a random collection of field recordings, all of which were taken over the course of Spring 2024. I had a wonderful time visiting different locations at that time, simply recording the wonderful soundscapes I came across whilst out in the field. As I often do, I simply wandered around various locations, letting the sounds of singing birds define what I recorded next, at times, simply moving from one songster to the next... Following this rather random sound magazine, a more pl...2025-07-1657 min
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Hällögern Diaries; The Best of 2024 Over the course of 2024, I spent several weeks at coastal Västerbotten, field recording birds on the tiny island of Hällögern. During the summer months, this was often a rather relaxed affair and I frequently left microphones in the field for long periods. often in areas where I knew certain species frequented. As the island is wonderfully quiet in the summer at night, long soundscapes were often my focus, but within these long recordings there were many wonderful moments. I wanted to share some of that audio in this episode. At this same location, as summer...2025-07-0156 min
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Sound Identification of Migrant Eurasian Skylark and Woodlark; The Echoes of MayFirstly, a short sound magazine dealing with the calls of Eurasian Skylark and Woodlark on spring passage here in Sweden. One is a species that is widespread over much of Europe, the other a local breeding species, which is highly sought after by birders. Both species are magnificent songsters, both are migratory and both are species recorded overhead at migration watchpoints. I this section, we will look into their typical calls, whilst on active migration.As always, this is followed my the main course, a michelin star journey into the auditory soundscapes field recorded in late May 2024...2025-06-1650 min
The Stickboys PodcastBob Foulkrod: Bear Mauling, Polar Bear Charges, and other Adventures around the world. PART 2PART 2: This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by world renowned hunter Bob Foulkrod. Bob and Alan have been friends for many years. Bob is one of the most experienced hunters in the world today having traveled the world in pursuit of adventures. Bob’s accomplishments have included the Big 5, sheep throughout the world, and big game species on all the
continents. Having been raised in the mountains of Pennsylvania, Bob was taught woodsmanship and traditional values at an early age by his father and mother. His hard work has allowed him to hunt the world with bo...2025-06-101h 03
The Stickboys PodcastBob Foulkrod: Bear Mauling, Polar Bear Charges, and other Adventures around the world.PART 1: This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by world renowned hunter Bob Foulkrod. Bob and Alan have been friends for many years. Bob is one of the most experienced hunters in the world today having traveled
the world in pursuit of adventures. Bob’s accomplishments have included the Big 5, sheep throughout the world, and big game species on all the continents. Having been raised in the mountains of Pennsylvania, Bob was taught woodsmanship and traditional values at an early age by his father and mother. His hard work has allowed him to hunt the world with bo...2025-06-041h 03
The Stickboys PodcastBob Foulkrod: Bear Mauling, Polar Bear Charges, and other Adventures around the world.This week Alan Altizer is honored to be joined by world renowned hunter Bob Foulkrod. Bob and Alan have been friends for many years. Bob is one of the most experienced hunters in the world today having traveled the world in pursuit of adventures. His accomplishments have included the Big 5, sheep throughout the world, and big game species on all the continents. Having been raised in the mountains of Pennsylvania, Bob was taught woodsmanship and traditional values at an early age by his father and mother. His hard work has allowed him to hunt the world with both bow...2025-06-041h 00
Wild Bird AcousticsThe VisMig Files; Summer Soundscapes from Västerbotten I open this episode with another edition of the VisMig Files. Here I run through some of the Spring migration highlights from my main listening station at Landsort. As usual, I have tried to include only the better quality audio files, recorded during the months of March and April of various migrant species, all recorded early in the morning as they made their way north over the island. The main feature relates to a midsummer trip to Hällögern, a small island located on the coast of Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Here is where I unwind each...2025-06-011h 00
The Stickboys PodcastTips for Success for the Upcoming Season and a Spring RecapThis week set in with Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis for a recap of the spring season, some bear hunting, and some great tips on how to be a more successful bowhunter in the upcoming seasons. These two discuss some of the most fundamental, basic steps both new and older bowhunters can take to ensure they successfully take advantage of shot
opportunities during this fall’s hunts. The basics are the foundation to becoming a successful bowhunter. So, join in and enjoy.
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The Stickboys PodcastTips for Success for the Upcoming Season and a Spring Recap
This week set in with Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis for a recap of the spring season, some bear hunting, and some great tips on how to be
a more successful bowhunter in the upcoming seasons. These two discuss some of the most fundamental, basic steps both new and older bowhunters can take to ensure they successfully take advantage of shot opportunities during this fall’s hunts. The basics are the foundation to becoming a successful bowhunter. So, join in and enjoy.
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Wild Bird AcousticsWinter Recording in Stockholm City; Autumn Recording in Västerbotten.In the initial sound magazine in this episode, I discuss winter recording close to home, in Stockholm City. Winter in Sweden is generally quite harsh, but a milder season than is usual over the course of 2024/25 saw me venture out into the field around Stockholm City, where I managed to get some lovely recordings, despite the urban setting. In this sound magazine, I hope to highlight the possibilities of field recording close to home, even in an urban setting.The second sound magazine will take listener's further north, to the coastline of Västerbotten, during the autumn p...2025-05-161h 01
The Stickboys PodcastBlack Bear with Mike YanceyThis week Alan Altizer is joined by Mr. Mike Yancey to discuss successful Black Bear experiences and strategies with a traditional bow. Mike’s woodsmanship skills are unparalleled making him one of the most accomplished trad hunters alive today. Mike has applied the skills in the pursuit of Black Bear as he has successfully hunted them over the bears. His unique experiences and down to earth, hard core hunting knowledge is freely shared in the podcast and Mike and Alan’s conversation will benefit any bear hunter. Whether you are a first-time bear hunter, or one that has hunted them...2025-05-051h 08
Wild Bird AcousticsAn Interview with Magnus RobbIn this episode, the second interview of the season, I was delighted to welcome Magnus Robb to Wild Bird Acoustics. As a member of 'The Sound Approach to Birding' team, Magnus Robb will need little introduction to many of the podcasts listeners. Magnus is widely respected as prolific field recorder of birds and has traveled very widely in his capacity as member of the Sound Approach team over the past twenty years or more. In this respect, he brings a vast wealth of knowledge and expertise to any conversation involving bird vocalizations. In this interview, Magnus discusses various aspects...2025-05-011h 37
Wild Bird AcousticsNocturnal Migration at Landsort; A Song for SpringIn this episode, firstly, a short sound magazine that serves as an overview of my nocturnal recordings at Landsort, Sweden, over the course of the spring season in 2024. As always, plenty of interesting nocturnal migrants were identified moving over the island, a superb location for passage of many bird species at this time of the year. I discuss some of the better quality recording that were secured over the season here and share some thoughts on these..The main feature, which follows the introductory segment, is a sound magazine comprised of various field recording taken over the...2025-04-161h 06
The Stickboys PodcastAlan Altizer and Dalton Lewis: Off Season Scouting and PreparationsThis week Alan and Dalton set down and discuss what the gang has been up to during the post season. They are taking advantage of the off season with scouting for next season's bucks, fine tuning their bowhunting skills, and getting ready for spring turkey and bear. It’s apparent these two are yearlong bowhunting fanatics! Join them as they discuss family, various mind sets, and techniques to becoming better woodsman and hunters. 2025-04-071h 02
Wild Bird AcousticsNorthern Wheatear Mimicry; Early Spring Soundscapes from Sandemar ReserveOver the course of Spring 2024, I was presented with a wonderful opportunity to carry out a single species project by way of good providence. It seemed my luck was in, when a single male Northern Wheatear took up territory at Landsort, Sweden. The bird chose to sing regularly on the roof of the island's bird observatory, right next to my deployed SM Mini field recorder. As I began to listen to the recorded song strophes, it was very obvious that this individual was an astounding mimic. This single individual male bird was mirroring it's sonic environment, demonstrating it's ability t...2025-04-0150 min
The Stickboys PodcastHard Core Turkey Killing Techniques with Mike YanceyThis week Alan Altizer is joined by Mr. Mike Yancey to discuss successful turkey strategies with a traditional bow. Mike is one of the most accomplished trad hunters alive today and turkey hunting is a passion of his. He has hunted spring gobblers in the Wyoming snow covered mountains all the way to the far south. Having learned as an old-time turkey hunter, Mike hasgreatly expanded his knowledge as he traveled the country chasing spring gobblers. Mike and Alan’s conversation will benefit any turkey hunter as they freely share things learned over several decades. A lo...2025-03-231h 10
The Stickboys PodcastAaron Miller and “Miller Whitetail Consulting”This week Alan Altizer is joined by his friend Aaron Miller. Alan considers Aaron tobe one of the best Trophy Whitetail hunters he has ever known. Aaron’s detailedscouting, planning, and approach to locating and hunting mature whitetail isthe reason he has taken so many animals with a trad bow. Over the years he hasnot only taken many incredible animals, but he has freely shared his knowledgefor the betterment on bowhunting. Now Aaron is taking that to a new, morepersonal level wi...2025-03-2056 min
Wild Bird AcousticsAn Interview with Teet SirotkinIn this episode, Wild Bird Acoustic's is delighted to welcome a well known Swedish birding and field recording figure, Mr. Teet Sirotikin, for an extensive interview. In this episode, Teet talks about his sound recording journey and shares some quite incredible audio from many parts of Sweden. Furthermore, we journey to the Baltic States, into Latvia and Lithuania and listen to some incredible recordings and soundscapes, in areas rich in phenomenal birdlife. Join me here with Teet as we discuss his personal voyage into the world of field recording birds, as he shares some simply remarkable recordings f...2025-03-161h 20
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Call of Coastal WoodlandsIn this episode, I briefly outline my approach to sound recording birds in the field. I share some of my insights into my own recording technicques, give some general tips of what to do and what not to do and offer some advice on recording equipment. Following this, the main feature of the episode is a carefully presented sound magazine, featuring my efforts to record various species at coastal woodlands here in Sweden, all during the Spring season. These habitats are remarkable locations, which burst into life as Spring migants return to Sweden. The sounds of these wooded ar...2025-03-011h 00
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Sound Identification of Hawfinch; Echoes from the WoodlandsIn this episode, I first take a look at the vocalizations of migrating Hawfinch. This is tha largest finch species in Europe, a stunning looking beast that inhabits in our woodlands here in Sweden. It is a species that is actively sought by birders, due to its scarcity in many parts of Europe. Knowing it calls will give you the edge on finding them, particularly on active migration. The main sound magazine is a celebration of Spring. At Sandemar Reserve, last year,I spent many happy nights and early mornings collecting audio through the Spring perod. Here in th...2025-02-161h 00
The Stickboys PodcastMike Yancey: The Arts of Woodsmanship, Hunting, Trapping, and Traditional Bowhunting.This week Mr. Mike Yancey of Pine Hollow Longbows and Trapping joins Alan Altizer todiscuss the skills needed to become a better hunter, and person, as theydiscuss the dwindling arts of Woodsmanship, Hunting, Trapping, and TraditionalBowhunting. Mike brings a unique point of view in todays modern world as he notonly strives to preserve the old ways of life, but he lives his beliefs on aday-to-day basis as he raises his family. Mike is not only one of the premierselfbow bowyers in...2025-02-161h 03
The Stickboys PodcastA Recap of the Stickboys' 2024 SeasonJoin Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis for a recap of both the 2024 Season and the Stickboys, podcast. You will enjoy some of the strategies employed during various hunts by the team, stories of a few hunts, and a recap of the podcasts over the last year and lessons learned.Additionally, they discuss plans for the upcoming year as they bring you the listeners a wide range of knowledge based “Woodsmanship” podcasts and pure bowhunting with some of the best bowhunters alive today. It is our sincere hope to help the next generation of outdoorsmen be bette...2025-02-021h 32
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Sultans of Spring In this episode I recount what it is that draws me out into the field to sound record birds, how my interest in field recording initially formed and how it has developed, over the past several years. The main feature, an extensive sound magazine then follows, with some high quality audio of a range of wonderful species from here in Sweden, all recorded over the Spring of 2024. At the time, I was travelling to various sites and making a special effort to secure some very high quality recordings at a number of very special venues. Many of these tr...2025-02-0157 min
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Quest for Black GoldIn this episode, in the first instance, I take a closer look at the vocalisation of two common migrant species here in Sweden over the Autumn period, Eurasian Siskin and Common Redpoll. Both these widespread European species are common migrants and an understanding of the calls given by both, whilst actively migrating, is fundamental to any birder with an interest in observing migrating passerines in the fall period. Following this, the main sound magazine in this episode, concerns itself with one of the most iconic species of mature Swedish woodland. I have made extensive efforts to record Black W...2025-01-161h 04
The Stickboys PodcastThe Love of Traditional Bowhunting with Brian KoelzerThis week Alan Altizer is joined by Montana bowhunter Brian Koelzer. The truth is this podcast was recorded prior to Brian’s episode on the wind. Brian and Alan share their perspectives on the magic of hunting with a traditional bow and what it has meant to them though out their lives. Brian shares his 2024 Grizzly Hunt with us, as well as what it was like growing up in Montana with so many of the trad legends as mentors. These guys love traditional bowhunting and both work towards its future for the upcoming generations. Most of all, they share ho...2025-01-1542 min
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Calls of Northern Bullfinch; Nocturnal Recording at Bro ReserveIn this, the first episode of the second season of Wild Bird Acoustics, I offer a small educational piece on the vocalizations of Northern Bullfinch, a regular migrant here in Sweden, which periodically appears elsewhere in Europe.Following that, a simple sound magazine of a nocturnal trip to Bro Reserve in Sweden, a wonderful site filled with magical bird sounds, free of man made noise. On this special night, I made some wonderful recordings on a night when the ether was filled with the sounds of newly arrived Thrush Nightingale, Sedge Warbler, Common Crane and a host of...2025-01-011h 01
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Identification of Autumn Pipits by SoundIn this episode, I run through a few random recording from various locations, made over the course of 2024, in order to warm the listeners up and ease them into the New Year with a relaxing sound magazine, full of ambient sound ans bird sound... Following this gentle introduction, the main sound magazine is a more detailed treatment of one on my favourite groups of migrants here in Sweden. During the course of Autumn, various species of Pipit are a migratory staple here in Sweden. In this carefully put together sound magazine, I detail the migratory calls of several sp...2025-01-011h 12
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: Part 5 "Secrets of the Wind" with Dalton LewisThis week Alan Altizer is joined by the original “Stickboy”, Dalton Lewis, in the finale of the “Secrets of the Wind” series. In Part 5 of this series, Alan and Dalton break down the physical components of the wind and how animals utilize them on a day-to-day basis. Dalton shares his belief in the importance of understanding the animal’s perspective when hunting mature animals. Enjoy this episode as these two discuss hunt strategies from scouting, approach, setups, and execution in gaining opportunities at trophy class animals. Whether you’re a trad hunter, compound hunter, or a gun hunter, “The Stickboys” hop...2024-12-151h 20
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: Part 4 "Secrets of the Wind" with Brian KoelzerThis week Alan Altizer is joined by Montana bowhunter Brian Koelzer for a western perspective in Part 4 of the “Secrets of the Wind” series. Brian is one of the most successful traditional bowhunters hunting today. Having grown up as the son of trad legend Scott Koelzer, Brian also grew up hanging out with many of the other legends of Montana’s traditional bowhunters. As an adult Brian has greatly expanded his bowhunting knowledge as he has successfully pursued big game throughout North America, including Grizzly and his specialty, trophy Mule deer inside 10 yards with a trad bow. Brian’s perspect...2024-12-0852 min
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: Part 2, "Secrets of the Wind" with Aaron MillerThis week Alan Altizer is joined by his good friend Aaron Miller in part 2 of the “Secrets of the Wind” series. Alan considers Aaron to be one of the most knowledgeable whitetail hunters in North America. Aaron’s success with a longbow and wood arrows on mature whitetail throughout North America is the result of years of quantitative studies, field experience, and hard work. His understanding of the winds of the whitetail and how mature bucks utilize it in varying environments has led to the demise of countless whitetail. Set in on the conversation as Aaron generously shares his perspe...2024-11-181h 07
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: "Secrets of the Wind" Part 1This week Alan Altizer begins the start of the “Secrets of the Wind” series. This five-part series begins by breaking down the physical components of the wind and how animals utilize them on a day-to-day basis. Alan stresses the importance of understanding the animal’s perspective, not the hunter’s, when hunting mature animals. Once the hunter understands the animal’s needs, they can then greatly increase their opportunities at trophy class animals.This series will continue over several episodes as Alan interviews some of the most successful traditional bowhunters he knows as they discuss each of their appr...2024-11-061h 40The Stickboys PodcastImprovise, Adapt, Overcome!On this episode, Alan and Dalton talk adaption in the whitetail woods as the season progresses. Join in on this woodsman-centric conversation! 2024-10-241h 07
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: Early Season Scouting and Setups with Dalton Lewis. Ep. 223Pull up a chair and join in on a discusion between Alan Altizer and Dalton Lewis on early season shooting, scouting, and setups in preparation for the opening of season. This is a continuation of Early Season Techniques which featured Nathan Killen in Part 1. These two buddies discuss their approaches and reasoning utilized to zero in on locations which will provide shot opportunities in early season. By the way, by the time this one is released, one nice buck could have testified these techniques work, if he was still alive!! "Dalton sure just proved it!!"2024-09-181h 13
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship: Early Season Scouting and Setups with Nathan Killen and Alan Altizer Ep. 222Hunting season is nearly here. Join friends Nathan Killen and Alan Altizer as they sit down to discuss advanced methods of scouting and setting up on whitetail, with a heavy focus on older class bucks. These two discuss in great detail their approaches to early season whitetail. This is woodsmanship at a top level. 2024-09-0746 min
Wild Bird AcousticsIt's a Wrap; The Season FinaleIn the final episode of the opening season I begin with a lovely sound magazine of random recordings made here in Sweden, with some wonderful recordings of a wide range of species for the listener's to enjoy...I talk a little about my thoughts for the upcoming second season, with a few thoughts on the direction of the podcast in the future as well as discussing the journey of the podcast to date.A second sound magazine deals with nocturnal migration, before a third concrening diurnal migration is presented. Both of these detail vocalizations of migrating birds...2024-09-011h 42Wild Bird AcousticsGolden Brown; The Sounds of AutumnIn this episode of Wild Bird Acoustics, I focus on the sounds on Autumn. In the initial sound magazine, I will take listener's to the coast of Västerbotten in Northern Sweden. I will share a collection of field recordings of local species, as well as passage migrants, revealing a cross section of the incredible sounds to be expected in this incredible part of the world, during the busiest period for migration of many species of bird. The second sound magaizine will feature visible migration and the calls of migrant species as they move southwards along the coastline at...2024-08-1653 min
The Stickboys PodcastForty-five years of bowhunting with PBS member Rob Burnham.This week, Alan Altizer is joined by Virginia bowhunter Rob Burnham. Rob is one of the most gracious members of PBS, freely giving of his time and talents in support of bowhunting. Having bowhunted since the 1970s, Rob's adventures have carried him throughout North American and Africa. Join us as Rob and Alan spend the early morning hours before church reminiscing about nearly fifty years of bowhunting experiences. 2024-08-091h 15Wild Bird AcousticsA Taste of Autumn; By Night and DayIn this episode, I take listeners on an acoustic journey through Sweden's autumn landscape with a focus on wild bird acoustics. I will share audio of different bird species ranging from the Firecrest to the European Marsh Harrier, Redwing, Northern Lapwing and more, recorded at different locations like Hällögern and various site around Stockholm. I also provide a glimpse into my recording process and future plans for the podcast, including the potential for bonus episodes and updates. Additionally, I discusses bird behaviors, migratory patterns, and the unique auditory experience of birding in Northern Sweden....2024-08-011h 17Wild Bird AcousticsEarly Summer in Sweden; Binaural Recording in Västerbotten Episode 17 of Wild Bird Acoustics see's me take listeners deep into the world of early Summer soundscapes of Sweden, comprising audio recorded in June 2022. The episode delves into carefully selected audio recorded at various locations, including Stockholm City, Snosätra, Angarn Reserve, Vallentuna, Sandemar Reserve, Landsort, Nacka Reserve, and Hällögern in Northern Sweden. I discuss bird species such as Blyth's Reed Warbler, Collared Flycatcher, Corn Crake, Great Reed Warbler, Icterine Warbler, European Nightjar, and Marsh Warbler. I also share thoughts about the equipment used for field recording, and encourage listeners to venture out at night, in order to f...2024-07-161h 16Wild Bird AcousticsThe Magic of MidsummerIn this episode I discuss some of the wonderful species available in Sweden during the month of June. During the midsummer period here in Sweden, some special species appear in Sweden. In 2022, I made a special effort to locate several scarce breeders and the result was some superb audio of a range of incredible songsters... The latter half on the podcast will bring us to the Baltic coastline of Västerbotten in Northern Sweden. Here in this remote and quiet area, summer breeding species provide the focus for my field recording efforts and here I will introduce you to...2024-07-011h 08
Talking BatTalking Bird with Alan Dalton (Wild Bird Acoustics Podcast & Artist)Born in Ireland & based in Sweden Alan Dalton (@Blogbirder) is a life long birder who is highly respected for his artwork & acoustic recordings of birdlife. He has his own podcast show entitled 'Wild Bird Acoustics' which takes listeners through various sound inspired journeys, as well as opportunities to learn more about bird sound & behaviour.
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Wild Bird AcousticsThe Sounds of Summer; July in the Far NorthIn this episode, I take listeners on an auditory journey through the sounds of the bird world in midsummer Sweden. The podcast depicts the vivid acoustics of several bird species in their respective habitats, specifically during the month of June when many scarce species can be unearthed on breeding territory. Summer birding emphasizes the importance of recognizing bird sounds over visibility due to lush vegetation. Here, I explore habitats like wetlands, woodlands, and even urban spaces. Bird species featuring here include Collared Flycatcher, Great Reed Warbler, Marsh Warbler, Blyth's Reed Warbler, Red-breasted Flycatcher, European Nightjar, Spotted Redshank, and Little...2024-06-1658 min
Wild Bird AcousticsThe Night SingersAn episode devoted entirely to the wonderful nocturnal world of bird vocalization. In the feature sound magazine, I start with an unforgettable night spent at Angarn Reserve, a recording session that was carried out completely under the cover of darkness. I visited the area in the hope of recording Spotted Crake, a well known nocturnally displaying species. This was a night that will live long in my memory as everything went according to plan. Spotted Crake were present in breathtaking numbers and their song strophes were ringing out all over the wetland. The darkness further revealed many other night...2024-06-0153 minThe Stickboys PodcastPoor Man's Grizzly, Ep 214We've heard it said before that a wild hog is a "poor man's Grizzly." However you want to describe them, they're a ton of fun and a great animal to bowhunt! On this episode, Dalton and Alan talk everything hogs with a canoe full of stories included! Check it out! 2024-05-181h 24Wild Bird AcousticsLate Spring at Sandemar Reserve;In this episode of Wild Bird Acoustics, I will take listeners on an audio journey into Sweden's birdlife. The initial site for this episode is the Sandemar Reserve, located southeast of Stockholm city which is noted for its diverse range of bird species. Sit back and listen to the sounds of this wonderful venue, as I share captured sounds of various species including the Common Rosefinch, Marsh Warbler, Garden Warbler, Blackcap, Willow Warbler, Common Redshank, Common Snipe, and Northern Lapwing among others. Although road noise poses a minor distraction, it is generally manageable and doesn't diminish the overall field...2024-05-161h 04Wild Bird AcousticsThe Joy of Late Spring; The VisMig Files #1In this simple episode, I have a wonderful sound magazine to share, featuring some of my favourite species. Late May is an incredible time to field record, with most species having returned to breeding territory all over Scandinavia. As a result the natural soundscape is in full flow and the natural environment is flooded with the sounds and songs of a host of wild bird species. Some of these are widespread here in Sweden, whilst others took time and patience to track down and record. At time, one has to get out of your comfort zone and get out i...2024-05-0157 min
The Stickboys PodcastWoodsmanship, Ep 213On this week's Woodmanship episode, it's all turkeys! Dalton and Alan sit down and break down a few woodsmanship details that could make all the difference for you this Spring! 2024-04-271h 18Wild Bird AcousticsSpring Symphony; An Introduction to VisMigA further deep dive into the wonderful sounds of Sweden in late Spring. This is a period, during which, the landscape is filled with the sounds of returning summer migrants. It is a time of auditory wonder, as the landscape slowly fills with the sounds of prospective summer breeders. Looking forward to the second half of the episode I have put together an introduction to VisMigging. After nature has taken it's course and the breeding season has come to an end, the stage is set for the epic Autumn migration of many bird species. Here in Sweden, the e...2024-04-161h 08Wild Bird AcousticsThe Liquid Strophes of late Spring In this, the tenth episode, you shall experience the diurnal and nocturnal auditory soundscape of the wonderful avian sounds of Sweden.First up, a sound magazine concerning the incredible diurnal sounds of late Spring, as the landscape is filled with the chimes of birds, the various displays of species intent on breeding and setting up territory, here in Scandinavia. Experience the wonder of a landscape filled with bird song. Secondly, I will return to early Spring and share the secrets of the hidden world of nocturnal migration. In the magazine you will hear the calls of migrant bi...2024-04-011h 01Wild Bird AcousticsAn Interview with Dean McDonnellA Wild Bird Acoustics interview with Dean Mc Donnell, an Irish birder and field recorder based in Co. Louth, Ireland. During the course of the interview, we discuss birding in the areas Dean has been recording at and he shares some wonderful audio of a wide range of species from the past few years...00:00 Introduction to Wild Bird Acoustics00:50 Interview with Special Guest: Dean McDonnell01:29 Dean's Journey into Birding02:29 Exploring Birding Habits and Techniques08:29 The challenges of Sound Recording in Louth09:53 The Fascination of...2024-03-161h 30Wild Bird AcousticsThe Quest for Common PochardIn this, the seventh episode of Wild Bird Acoustics, we follow my quest to record an elusive duck species, Common Pochard. My eventual aim was to field record the species remarkable courtship display, you can follow that journey in the first section of this podcast. Apart from discussing the challenges of locating and recording this elusive species, I share several other bird recordings captured during these outings, such as the amazing calls of Northern Goshawk, a displaying Little Grebe, singing Goldcrest, and Eurasian Jay mimicking other species' calls. Following this initial section, I will take you to the St...2024-03-0154 minWild Bird AcousticsAn Interview with Terry Townshendhttp://blogbirder.blogspot.com/2024/02/an-interview-with-terry-townshend-wild.html?m=1In this podcast episode, I talk with Beijing-based birder, Terry Townsend. We discuss an incredible nocturnal migration project that Terry has been heavily involved in, which has shed light on Asian bird migration over on of the most populous cities in the world. We also delve into Terry's experiences, birdwatching and recording in various locations such as Beijing, Inner Mongolia, and the Tibetan Plateau. The episode also includes playback of various of various field recordings made by Terry at these remarkable locations. We talk about Snow Leopards on the Tibetan Pl...2024-02-161h 19Wild Bird AcousticsIf Winter comes, can Spring be far behind?In this episode of Wild Bird Acoustics we move into the Spring season, a time when birds are beginning to flood back into Sweden. The landscape is gradually filled with the sounds of newly returned species, which begin to set up their territories in preparation for the breeding season to come. This episode is filled with some lovely audio for listeners, so sit back and relax and enjoy the sounds of Spring...Leave a comment here....Support the showSubscibe to Wild Bird Acoustics here;https://wildbirdacoustics.buzzsprout.com2024-02-011h 12
TRIPPIN WITH BONDZEETrippin With Bondzee - Guest Alan Dalton (Host Of Canadian Music 80s & 90s & More Eh?!)On this episode of Trippin With Bondzee I spoke to DEAD people for the first time through a Medium and it was bloody wild. Plus I talk Canadian Music and more with my pal Alan Dalton who has his podcast all about 80's, 90's music and more. A 10-year-old boy was arrested by police. And my grocery store etiquette rant! This was a fun one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-01-301h 14Wild Bird AcousticsThe Reedbed Specialists; Late May at HjälstavikenIn this bonus episode, I take you out to the reedbeds at the southern end of Hjälstaviken Reserve here in Sweden. This incredible site is one of the premier birding reserves in Uppland, Sweden. It offers a wide variety of species, many of which are to be found in the wonderful reedbed habitat that fringes this freshwater lake. Join me, for a day trip to the site in Late May, when many birds are actively displaying on their respective breeding territories. Experience the wonderful sounds of some rather special species at this wonderful location. Following the early mo...2024-01-241h 02Wild Bird AcousticsLooking ahead, a doorstep singer and a trip to the Swedish ArchipelagoIn this, the fourth episode in the Wild Bird Acoustics opening season, I have a some wonderful audio to share with the listener's. I first take you through a random selection of my recordings, with species from several locations, over the seasons. In this sound magazine, I decided to draw from a wider range of recordings, some late in the year, in order to give an overview of what will be forthcoming in future episodes. Following this, you will enjoy audio of one of Europe's most abundant species, Common Blackbird. Everyday species should not be ingnored by the s...2024-01-161h 15Wild Bird AcousticsTurning a New Leaf; Early Spring field recording in Sweden.The third episode here at wild bird Acoustic's, with three distinct sections for listener's interests. In the first, an older sound magazine of mine, from way back in the mists of time, will take you into the realm of early spring. This sound magazine contains some wonderful audio, taken from several locations, recorded mainly during the month of March. This is a time when resident bird species begin to become more active here in Sweden, beginning to display. The earliest migrants now begin to return and add their voices to the morning soundscape also, heralding the beginnings of a...2024-01-081h 12