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From The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Forestry Check-In 2024-07-11       Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains.   Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani — Director of Forest Services John MacNaught — Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer — Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci — Education Forester 2024-07-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOff Grid & Into the Woods of Vermont with Elisabeth MazzelliElisabeth Mazzilli has been living off grid in Vermont for the last 25 years on 104 acres in a forest that is a series of beaver swamps and low ridges. We'll get her perspective on how she lives "from the forest."  2024-07-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains.   Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani — Director of Forest Services John MacNaught — Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer — Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci — Education Forester 2024-07-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains.   Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani — Director of Forest Services John MacNaught — Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer — Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci — Education Forester 2024-07-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestThe Role of Fire for Forest Resiliency with Jed MeunierOn this week's show will talk to Jed Meunier about the important role fire can play in the forest. Jed—like his great-Grandfather and well-known Conservationist Aldo Leopold—sought fire in the forest in restoration projects and to meet ecological needs. Jed will discuss how fire was historically important, its more recent fall-out as a tool in forest management and conservation, and its importance and practice today.  Jed Meunier is an ecologist and research scientist within the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry. Jed has expertise in disturbance ecology which translates well into management issues whethe...2024-07-1000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestThe Role of Fire for Forest Resiliency with Jed MeunierOn this week's show will talk to Jed Meunier about the important role fire can play in the forest. Jed—like his great-Grandfather and well-known Conservationist Aldo Leopold—sought fire in the forest in restoration projects and to meet ecological needs. Jed will discuss how fire was historically important, its more recent fall-out as a tool in forest management and conservation, and its importance and practice today.  Jed Meunier is an ecologist and research scientist within the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry. Jed has expertise in disturbance ecology which translates well into management issues whethe...2024-07-1000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead (Part 5) Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-06-2700 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead (Part 5) Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-06-2700 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAll About Morels & Other Edible MushroomsOn this week's show, we'll be talking about the elusive morel mushroom--what they are, where and when they grow, and tips on how to find them and eat them! We'll also touch on some of the other edible mushrooms on offer in the forest for the remainder of the year. 2024-06-2000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAll About Morels & Other Edible MushroomsOn this week's show, we'll be talking about the elusive morel mushroom--what they are, where and when they grow, and tips on how to find them and eat them! We'll also touch on some of the other edible mushrooms on offer in the forest for the remainder of the year. 2024-06-2000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEmbracing Disruption--The New Model for North American Conservation with John Conolly On this week's show we'll contrast "preservation" with "conservation" with CFA member--John Conolly. John will discuss his perspective on conservation going forward, or "disruptive conservation." John Conolly has been a member of the Catskill Forest Association since 2019. John and his family have taken advantage of several CFA programs as they attempt to appropriately manage a 60+ acre parcel in the Catskills. John grew up in a classic late 70’s rust belt town about an hour north of Chicago. His father had been a 4H Champion in his youth and was raised on a small family farm in Illinois. His mother...2024-06-1300 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEmbracing Disruption--The New Model for North American Conservation with John Conolly On this week's show we'll contrast "preservation" with "conservation" with CFA member--John Conolly. John will discuss his perspective on conservation going forward, or "disruptive conservation." John Conolly has been a member of the Catskill Forest Association since 2019. John and his family have taken advantage of several CFA programs as they attempt to appropriately manage a 60+ acre parcel in the Catskills. John grew up in a classic late 70’s rust belt town about an hour north of Chicago. His father had been a 4H Champion in his youth and was raised on a small family farm in Illinois. His mother...2024-06-1300 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestNative Americans, Fire, & Oak with Stephen Tulowiecki On this week's show, Stephen Tulowiecki from SUNY Geneseo will discuss his research and findings on Native Americans and their impacts on forests in New York State.  Stephen J. Tulowiecki is an Associate Professor of Geography & Sustainability Studies at SUNY Geneseo. He teaches courses in geographic information systems, statistics, and mountain geography. His research interests are in forest ecosystems of the eastern US, including varied topics such as Native American land-use impacts upon past forests of the eastern US, and the past and present distribution of rare and interesting tree species such as the American chestnut and pawpaw. 2024-06-0600 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestNative Americans, Fire, & Oak with Stephen Tulowiecki On this week's show, Stephen Tulowiecki from SUNY Geneseo will discuss his research and findings on Native Americans and their impacts on forests in New York State.  Stephen J. Tulowiecki is an Associate Professor of Geography & Sustainability Studies at SUNY Geneseo. He teaches courses in geographic information systems, statistics, and mountain geography. His research interests are in forest ecosystems of the eastern US, including varied topics such as Native American land-use impacts upon past forests of the eastern US, and the past and present distribution of rare and interesting tree species such as the American chestnut and pawpaw. 2024-06-0600 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWilderness & the Human RoleThe concept of “wilderness” has changed throughout history, and can influence the way we relate to the natural world. Zane Lawyer, CFA Education Arborist, will give a talk on the evolving meaning of wilderness and its significance for the future of the Catskill region. Zane was hired full-time June 2020 as a Forest Program Technician. He assists the Forest Program Manager to develop, coordinate, and implement CFA’s programs and services. Zane also helps in the development and creation of field and written content for CFA programs, events, and newsletter. Zane is an ISA Certified Arborist and received his Bac...2024-05-3000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWilderness & the Human RoleThe concept of “wilderness” has changed throughout history, and can influence the way we relate to the natural world. Zane Lawyer, CFA Education Arborist, will give a talk on the evolving meaning of wilderness and its significance for the future of the Catskill region. Zane was hired full-time June 2020 as a Forest Program Technician. He assists the Forest Program Manager to develop, coordinate, and implement CFA’s programs and services. Zane also helps in the development and creation of field and written content for CFA programs, events, and newsletter. Zane is an ISA Certified Arborist and received his Bac...2024-05-3000 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead (Part 4) Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-05-2300 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead (Part 4) Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-05-2300 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestGypsy Moth & Other Tent CaterpillarsPerhaps you've been inundated by tiny caterpillars recently. On this week's show we'll discuss the gypsy moth outbreak that is occurring in parts of the Catskills as well as other tent caterpillars too. 2024-05-1600 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestGypsy Moth & Other Tent CaterpillarsPerhaps you've been inundated by tiny caterpillars recently. On this week's show we'll discuss the gypsy moth outbreak that is occurring in parts of the Catskills as well as other tent caterpillars too. 2024-05-1600 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani — Director of Forest Services John MacNaught — Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer — Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci — Education Forester 2024-05-0900 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani — Director of Forest Services John MacNaught — Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer — Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci — Education Forester 2024-05-0900 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEngaging Forest Landowners in the Northeast Who owns the forest in the northeast? What are their values, preferences, and motivations? How can natural resource managers better engage with them to foster more vibrant forests? In this week's show we'll be using TELE's information and data to see who owns the forestland in New York State and how they relate to what we see in the Catskill Mountains. "Tools for Engaging Landowners Effectively (TELE) was started in 2008 as a collaboration of the Sustaining Family Forests Initiative, the Center for Nonprofit Strategies, and the Family Forest Research Center. It was initially housed at the Yale School of F...2024-05-0200 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEngaging Forest Landowners in the Northeast Who owns the forest in the northeast? What are their values, preferences, and motivations? How can natural resource managers better engage with them to foster more vibrant forests? In this week's show we'll be using TELE's information and data to see who owns the forestland in New York State and how they relate to what we see in the Catskill Mountains. "Tools for Engaging Landowners Effectively (TELE) was started in 2008 as a collaboration of the Sustaining Family Forests Initiative, the Center for Nonprofit Strategies, and the Family Forest Research Center. It was initially housed at the Yale School of F...2024-05-0200 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead_Part 3 Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-04-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead_Part 3 Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-04-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaking Maple Syrup for the First Time with Chip Beck On this week's show we'll be talking to a member of the Catskill Forest Association about their first-time making maple syrup. Chip Beck lives in Ulster County and has 55 taps. Now that the season is over, we'll get a report from him on how it went.  2024-04-1800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaking Maple Syrup for the First Time with Chip Beck On this week's show we'll be talking to a member of the Catskill Forest Association about their first-time making maple syrup. Chip Beck lives in Ulster County and has 55 taps. Now that the season is over, we'll get a report from him on how it went.  2024-04-1800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-04-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-04-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAldo Leopold & the Importance of Conservation with Steve Swenson On this week's show, we'll be talking about "conservation" with the Aldo Leopold Foundation's  (ALF) Steve Swenson. Aldo Leopold is considered to be the "Father of wildlife ecology and modern conservation." We'll see how the ALF defines conservation in today's environment.   The Mission of the ALF is "to foster a land ethic through the legacy of Aldo Leopold. Inspired by his profound vision, they seek to cultivate an understanding and appreciation of their relationship with the environment on all levels, be it individuals or entire communities.” About Steve Swenson Steve Swenson for over 20 years, has been adva...2024-04-0400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAldo Leopold & the Importance of Conservation with Steve Swenson On this week's show, we'll be talking about "conservation" with the Aldo Leopold Foundation's  (ALF) Steve Swenson. Aldo Leopold is considered to be the "Father of wildlife ecology and modern conservation." We'll see how the ALF defines conservation in today's environment.   The Mission of the ALF is "to foster a land ethic through the legacy of Aldo Leopold. Inspired by his profound vision, they seek to cultivate an understanding and appreciation of their relationship with the environment on all levels, be it individuals or entire communities.” About Steve Swenson Steve Swenson for over 20 years, has been adva...2024-04-0400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead_Part 2 Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-03-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead_Part 2 Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll again be discussing some of the official state trees of the US since we didn't finish last time around. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-03-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-03-2159 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-03-2159 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForest Management with Birds in Mind with Audubon NY's Claire Mann On this week's show we'll be interviewing Claire Mann of Audubon New York. Claire is their Forest Program Senior Associate where she engages in education and outreach for both landowners and conservation partners in improving forest habitat for birds. The Audubon Society's Mission is “To protect birds & the places they need today & tomorrow. Audubon works throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.” Claire Mann attended The State University of New York College Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology. Claire has extensive experience in forestry and natu...2024-03-1400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForest Management with Birds in Mind with Audubon NY's Claire Mann On this week's show we'll be interviewing Claire Mann of Audubon New York. Claire is their Forest Program Senior Associate where she engages in education and outreach for both landowners and conservation partners in improving forest habitat for birds. The Audubon Society's Mission is “To protect birds & the places they need today & tomorrow. Audubon works throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.” Claire Mann attended The State University of New York College Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY ESF) where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology. Claire has extensive experience in forestry and natu...2024-03-1400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOmer Stewart's Forgotten Fires On this week's show we'll discuss Omer Stewart's "Forgotten Fires: Native Americans & the Transient Wilderness." According to Author M. R. O'Connor ("Ignition: Lighting Fires in a Burning World"), "Omer particularly regretted that his own peers—Anthropologists—ignored evidence that Indigenous people were powerful agents who had transformed the physical world.” I feel this book sorely needs to be read in a time when many of us have truly forgotten or misunderstand the importance of fire in the landscape.  Omer Stewart lived from 1908 to 1991. He was a Cultural Anthropologist & Author at the University of Colorado at Boulder where he retired in 1973. Omer Stewart...2024-03-0700 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOmer Stewart's Forgotten Fires On this week's show we'll discuss Omer Stewart's "Forgotten Fires: Native Americans & the Transient Wilderness." According to Author M. R. O'Connor ("Ignition: Lighting Fires in a Burning World"), "Omer particularly regretted that his own peers—Anthropologists—ignored evidence that Indigenous people were powerful agents who had transformed the physical world.” I feel this book sorely needs to be read in a time when many of us have truly forgotten or misunderstand the importance of fire in the landscape.  Omer Stewart lived from 1908 to 1991. He was a Cultural Anthropologist & Author at the University of Colorado at Boulder where he retired in 1973. Omer Stewart...2024-03-0700 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing some of the official state trees of the US. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-02-2900 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing some of the official state trees of the US. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-02-2900 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBackyard Maple SugaringOn this Wednesday's show, we'll discuss the ins & outs of Backyard Maple Sugaring. Perhaps you'd like to try your hand at making sugar from trees. The photo shows an abnormally sweet batch of sap from 2013. At 4%, this sap is twice as sweet as most. About 20 gallons of 4% sap will boil down to 1 gallon of syrup. Normally, it's more like 42 to 1.   2024-02-2200 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBackyard Maple SugaringOn this Wednesday's show, we'll discuss the ins & outs of Backyard Maple Sugaring. Perhaps you'd like to try your hand at making sugar from trees. The photo shows an abnormally sweet batch of sap from 2013. At 4%, this sap is twice as sweet as most. About 20 gallons of 4% sap will boil down to 1 gallon of syrup. Normally, it's more like 42 to 1.   2024-02-2200 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-02-1500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-In Normally, each first Wednesday of the month, Catskill Forest Association's Field Staff 'check-in’ to discuss what they've been up to around and in the forests of the Catskill Mountains. Catskill Forest Association includes 4 field staff members: Ryan Trapani -- Director of Forest Services John MacNaught -- Forest Program Manager Zane Lawyer -- Education Arborist Zahra Bellucci -- Education Forester 2024-02-1500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWorking in the Woods with Tyler Evans On this week's show, we'll talk to one of CFA's members--Tyler Evans. Tyler offers a perspective from a landowner's point of view and someone who takes a hand's-on approach to managing his forest. Some topics include wildlife, plant propagation for his new nursery, firewood, crop tree release, apple tree pruning, timber harvesting, and timber stand improvement.  Tyler grew up in Otego on 13 acres until 10 years old before moving to Oneonta. He and his brother were always outside playing or small game hunting and fishing. Tyler enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2008 and served 4 years active duty. In 2013, he moved to NY...2024-02-0800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWorking in the Woods with Tyler Evans On this week's show, we'll talk to one of CFA's members--Tyler Evans. Tyler offers a perspective from a landowner's point of view and someone who takes a hand's-on approach to managing his forest. Some topics include wildlife, plant propagation for his new nursery, firewood, crop tree release, apple tree pruning, timber harvesting, and timber stand improvement.  Tyler grew up in Otego on 13 acres until 10 years old before moving to Oneonta. He and his brother were always outside playing or small game hunting and fishing. Tyler enlisted in the Marine Corps in 2008 and served 4 years active duty. In 2013, he moved to NY...2024-02-0800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWood Heating with Whole Systems Design's Ben FalkOn this week's show, we'll talk to Ben Falk from Whole Systems Design in Vermont about burning fuelwood. Ben will discuss his trial and error with his 4th generation wood heating system, providing an integrated and complete home heating solution meeting cooking, baking, and most crucially--hot water needs. Ben will also discuss why he burns in 2024, air quality issues, heat conservation, dealing with the stove pipe & ventilation, maintenance, burning tips, and wood preparation.   Ben developed Whole Systems Design, LLC as a land-based response to biological and cultural extinction and the increasing separation between people and e...2024-02-0100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWood Heating with Whole Systems Design's Ben FalkOn this week's show, we'll talk to Ben Falk from Whole Systems Design in Vermont about burning fuelwood. Ben will discuss his trial and error with his 4th generation wood heating system, providing an integrated and complete home heating solution meeting cooking, baking, and most crucially--hot water needs. Ben will also discuss why he burns in 2024, air quality issues, heat conservation, dealing with the stove pipe & ventilation, maintenance, burning tips, and wood preparation.   Ben developed Whole Systems Design, LLC as a land-based response to biological and cultural extinction and the increasing separation between people and e...2024-02-0100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBirch with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing birch trees (i.e. yellow, black, paper, gray, & mountain paper). Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-01-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBirch with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing birch trees (i.e. yellow, black, paper, gray, & mountain paper). Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2024-01-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEarly Black Bear Hunting Post-Kill with Nate Loda In November we had Nate Loda on the show to discuss his early black bear hunting trip in the Catskills back in September. In that show, we made it to the point where Nate killed his bear. In this show, we'll discuss everything that occurred once the bear was down--from packing out to eating and more. Nathan Loda is an American realist oil painter. Loda received an MFA degree from George Mason University in 2015 and a BFA in painting from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, WV in 2011.  Loda lives and works in a little town called Homer, in ce...2024-01-1800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEarly Black Bear Hunting Post-Kill with Nate Loda In November we had Nate Loda on the show to discuss his early black bear hunting trip in the Catskills back in September. In that show, we made it to the point where Nate killed his bear. In this show, we'll discuss everything that occurred once the bear was down--from packing out to eating and more. Nathan Loda is an American realist oil painter. Loda received an MFA degree from George Mason University in 2015 and a BFA in painting from Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, WV in 2011.  Loda lives and works in a little town called Homer, in ce...2024-01-1800 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestIgnition with Author M.R. O’Connor On this week's show we'll talk to M.R. O'Connor who authored the book--"Ignition: Lighting Fires in a Burning World." In order to write this book, Maura took a "hands-on" approach for sure when she became a wildlife firefighter to gain more experience surrounding fire. Her book details both historical fire culture in America as well as how fire is suppressed, prescribed to restore habitats, and perceived by the general public today. Her experience with fire in the forest seems to bring to light or question our role as humans in the environment today. Should be interesting.  About M...2024-01-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestIgnition with Author M.R. O’Connor On this week's show we'll talk to M.R. O'Connor who authored the book--"Ignition: Lighting Fires in a Burning World." In order to write this book, Maura took a "hands-on" approach for sure when she became a wildlife firefighter to gain more experience surrounding fire. Her book details both historical fire culture in America as well as how fire is suppressed, prescribed to restore habitats, and perceived by the general public today. Her experience with fire in the forest seems to bring to light or question our role as humans in the environment today. Should be interesting.  About M...2024-01-1100 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestFishing on the East Branch Delaware with Peter Marx On this week's show we'll be talking to avid trout fisherman--Peter Marx--about fishing on the East Branch Delaware. Peter is a member of the Ashokan-Pepacton chapter of Trout Unlimited and has been fishing on the East Branch for decades. We may also delve into questions surrounding legislation and policy pertaining to the Delaware Watershed on the federal level; Peter is the Federal Affairs Contractor for the Choose Clean Water Coalition on the Chesapeake and the Coalition for the Delaware Watershed. Peter is a contractor who assists the Choose Clean Water Coalition with Federal affairs, working with both Congress and...2024-01-0400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestFishing on the East Branch Delaware with Peter Marx On this week's show we'll be talking to avid trout fisherman--Peter Marx--about fishing on the East Branch Delaware. Peter is a member of the Ashokan-Pepacton chapter of Trout Unlimited and has been fishing on the East Branch for decades. We may also delve into questions surrounding legislation and policy pertaining to the Delaware Watershed on the federal level; Peter is the Federal Affairs Contractor for the Choose Clean Water Coalition on the Chesapeake and the Coalition for the Delaware Watershed. Peter is a contractor who assists the Choose Clean Water Coalition with Federal affairs, working with both Congress and...2024-01-0400 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaterials Used to Build a Tipi with Gary MeadEvery Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing Gary's recent interest in building Native American tipis. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-12-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaterials Used to Build a Tipi with Gary MeadEvery Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing Gary's recent interest in building Native American tipis. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-12-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRobson’s Christmas Trees_Part 2 On this week's show, we'll talk to Gary Robson, owner of Robson's Christmas Trees in Bovina, Delaware County. We'll get his perspective on growing these trees from start to finish. Robson's Christmas Trees offers a variety of species and sizes. At Robson's, you can enjoy an outing to pick Christmas trees at their choose-and-cut farm.  They have: 5–10-foot Fraser, concolor, grand, balsam fir and blue spruce trees, wreaths, kissing balls and center pieces. Open Fri-Sun, Thanksgiving to the first or second week in December. Call to make sure they're open. 2023-12-2144 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRobson’s Christmas Trees_Part 2 On this week's show, we'll talk to Gary Robson, owner of Robson's Christmas Trees in Bovina, Delaware County. We'll get his perspective on growing these trees from start to finish. Robson's Christmas Trees offers a variety of species and sizes. At Robson's, you can enjoy an outing to pick Christmas trees at their choose-and-cut farm.  They have: 5–10-foot Fraser, concolor, grand, balsam fir and blue spruce trees, wreaths, kissing balls and center pieces. Open Fri-Sun, Thanksgiving to the first or second week in December. Call to make sure they're open. 2023-12-2144 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRobson’s Christmas Trees_Part 1 Unfortunately, this show was recorded over 2 segments. You'll have to "fast-forward" into the 1st segment to listen to show.   On this week's show, we'll talk to Gary Robson, owner of Robson's Christmas Trees in Bovina, Delaware County. We'll get his perspective on growing these trees from start to finish. Robson's Christmas Trees offers a variety of species and sizes. At Robson's, you can enjoy an outing to pick Christmas trees at their choose-and-cut farm.  They have: 5–10-foot Fraser, concolor, grand, balsam fir and blue spruce trees, wreaths, kissing balls and center pieces. Open Fri-Sun, Thanksgiving to the first or se...2023-12-2143 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRobson’s Christmas Trees_Part 1 Unfortunately, this show was recorded over 2 segments. You'll have to "fast-forward" into the 1st segment to listen to show.   On this week's show, we'll talk to Gary Robson, owner of Robson's Christmas Trees in Bovina, Delaware County. We'll get his perspective on growing these trees from start to finish. Robson's Christmas Trees offers a variety of species and sizes. At Robson's, you can enjoy an outing to pick Christmas trees at their choose-and-cut farm.  They have: 5–10-foot Fraser, concolor, grand, balsam fir and blue spruce trees, wreaths, kissing balls and center pieces. Open Fri-Sun, Thanksgiving to the first or se...2023-12-2143 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-InEvery so often we try and make time to check in with the field staff here at the Catskill Forest Association to see just what’s going on in the forests of these Catskill Mountains. This Wednesday John, Zahra, and Zane will be chatting about what they’ve seen in the woods on the job, as well as on their own time. I, John, will be mentioning the abundance of stone laid sap arches I’ve come across this year. I know where about a half dozen or so remain stacked up in the hills beneath the sugar maples that o...2023-12-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestForestry Check-InEvery so often we try and make time to check in with the field staff here at the Catskill Forest Association to see just what’s going on in the forests of these Catskill Mountains. This Wednesday John, Zahra, and Zane will be chatting about what they’ve seen in the woods on the job, as well as on their own time. I, John, will be mentioning the abundance of stone laid sap arches I’ve come across this year. I know where about a half dozen or so remain stacked up in the hills beneath the sugar maples that o...2023-12-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEarly Bear Hunting with Nate Loda Back in September while on my annual short 3-Day camping trip, I was bushwacking through the woods on a compass bearing and saw a human outline through the trees wearing some orange. This is when I met Nate Loda taking advantage of the early bear hunting season. I learned that he was hunting bear for the first time in the area. I was just surprised to see anyone while squeaking through the trees off-trail. I learned afterwards that Nate succeeded in getting a bear when he emailed me later on. We'll talk to Nate about his take on the Early Be...2023-12-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestEarly Bear Hunting with Nate Loda Back in September while on my annual short 3-Day camping trip, I was bushwacking through the woods on a compass bearing and saw a human outline through the trees wearing some orange. This is when I met Nate Loda taking advantage of the early bear hunting season. I learned that he was hunting bear for the first time in the area. I was just surprised to see anyone while squeaking through the trees off-trail. I learned afterwards that Nate succeeded in getting a bear when he emailed me later on. We'll talk to Nate about his take on the Early Be...2023-12-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOne Nature with Bryan Quinn On this week's show, we'll be talking to Bryan Quinn, Founder of One Nature. One Nature is "a small interdisciplinary team of artists, applied ecologists, botanists, scientists, and planners capable of stewarding client projects from initial visioning and research through construction and into long-term land stewardship." They are located in Beacon, NY and serve the Hudson Valley Region and parts of the Catskill Mountains too. Bryan Quinn is an artist who has worked for over two decades directly with land, plants, animals and people to create earthworks that engage viewers with the wonder of ecological systems. Quinn, who is also...2023-11-3059 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOne Nature with Bryan Quinn On this week's show, we'll be talking to Bryan Quinn, Founder of One Nature. One Nature is "a small interdisciplinary team of artists, applied ecologists, botanists, scientists, and planners capable of stewarding client projects from initial visioning and research through construction and into long-term land stewardship." They are located in Beacon, NY and serve the Hudson Valley Region and parts of the Catskill Mountains too. Bryan Quinn is an artist who has worked for over two decades directly with land, plants, animals and people to create earthworks that engage viewers with the wonder of ecological systems. Quinn, who is also...2023-11-3059 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaterials Used to Build a Longhouse with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing Gary's recent interest in building Native American longhouses.   Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-11-2359 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMaterials Used to Build a Longhouse with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing Gary's recent interest in building Native American longhouses.   Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-11-2359 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAssessing Pesticide Hazard & Risk: Glyphosate, A Case Study with Dan Wixted On this week's show we'll be talking to Cornell Cooperative Extension's--Dan Wixted about assessing pesticide hazard and risk. We'll use glyphosate as an example since it's the most commonly used forestry herbicide for controlling interfering plants. Glyphosate is the active ingredient in the commercially well-known label "Roundup." We'll also discuss hazards and risks surrounding alternatives to pesticides and how that might influence "Integrated Pest Management." Dan is a Extension Support Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension's Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP). At PSEP, Dan is tasked with: Pesticide applicator training manuals Ordering applicator training manuals and Cornell Crop and Pest Management G...2023-11-1659 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAssessing Pesticide Hazard & Risk: Glyphosate, A Case Study with Dan Wixted On this week's show we'll be talking to Cornell Cooperative Extension's--Dan Wixted about assessing pesticide hazard and risk. We'll use glyphosate as an example since it's the most commonly used forestry herbicide for controlling interfering plants. Glyphosate is the active ingredient in the commercially well-known label "Roundup." We'll also discuss hazards and risks surrounding alternatives to pesticides and how that might influence "Integrated Pest Management." Dan is a Extension Support Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension's Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP). At PSEP, Dan is tasked with: Pesticide applicator training manuals Ordering applicator training manuals and Cornell Crop and Pest Management G...2023-11-1659 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAerial Forest Spraying with Chuck Webber Gypsy moth cyclically damage oak trees, while forest tent caterpillar can wreak havoc on sugar maple. If you have many acres of these trees and can't risk defoliation damage, Chuck Webber is your guy.  Chuck has been providing aerial spraying services for over 30 years. He and his wife Felicia are based in Columbia County and provide both aerial and ground crews to suppress a variety of forest pests. We'll get Chuck's take on this unique service. 2023-11-0959 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestAerial Forest Spraying with Chuck Webber Gypsy moth cyclically damage oak trees, while forest tent caterpillar can wreak havoc on sugar maple. If you have many acres of these trees and can't risk defoliation damage, Chuck Webber is your guy.  Chuck has been providing aerial spraying services for over 30 years. He and his wife Felicia are based in Columbia County and provide both aerial and ground crews to suppress a variety of forest pests. We'll get Chuck's take on this unique service. 2023-11-0959 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBackyard Maple Syrup Production It may seem early to start talking about maple season, but colder weather is upon us and it's never too early to start preparing. On this week's show, CFA's Education Forester Zahra Bellucci & Board President Mike Porter will discuss Backyard Maple Syrup Production - another service included in CFA's new Forest Farming Program. We'll cover all the basics from identifying maple trees, best practices for tapping, getting your firewood ready for the sugarin' season, ways to set up an at-home evaporator, and more. Zahra Bellucci is CFA's Education Forester & administers & implements their FOREST FARMING PROGRAM which includes (1) Backyard Maple Syrup...2023-11-0259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBackyard Maple Syrup Production It may seem early to start talking about maple season, but colder weather is upon us and it's never too early to start preparing. On this week's show, CFA's Education Forester Zahra Bellucci & Board President Mike Porter will discuss Backyard Maple Syrup Production - another service included in CFA's new Forest Farming Program. We'll cover all the basics from identifying maple trees, best practices for tapping, getting your firewood ready for the sugarin' season, ways to set up an at-home evaporator, and more. Zahra Bellucci is CFA's Education Forester & administers & implements their FOREST FARMING PROGRAM which includes (1) Backyard Maple Syrup...2023-11-0259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestKousa dogwood with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the unique kousa dogwood tree and why you might want one near you.   Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-11-0259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestKousa dogwood with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the unique kousa dogwood tree and why you might want one near you.   Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-11-0259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOld & Emerging Diseases of American BeechOn this week's show we'll be covering the American beech tree (Fagus grandifolia). We'll cover the basics of this tree, its importance to both humans and wildlife, as well as both old and--unfortunately--new diseases wreaking havoc on this already ravaged tree.   2023-10-1959 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestOld & Emerging Diseases of American BeechOn this week's show we'll be covering the American beech tree (Fagus grandifolia). We'll cover the basics of this tree, its importance to both humans and wildlife, as well as both old and--unfortunately--new diseases wreaking havoc on this already ravaged tree.   2023-10-1959 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestFishing, Climate Change, & New Regulations on Esopus with Ed Ostapczuk On this week's show we'll talk to Ed Ostapczuk, who many consider to be "the face & voice of the Esopus River." It's no secret that Ed loves to fish and has been at it for quite some time. We'll get Ed's view on trout fishing in the Catskills, impacts to fish and their habitat, new regulations, & more. Ed Ostapczuk is a master fly tyer and member of the Catskill Fly Tyers Guild, Ed has written numerous articles, essays, columns, and even a few books. In 1991, Trophy Trout Streams of the Northeast was published and included a chapter on the E...2023-10-1259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestFishing, Climate Change, & New Regulations on Esopus with Ed Ostapczuk On this week's show we'll talk to Ed Ostapczuk, who many consider to be "the face & voice of the Esopus River." It's no secret that Ed loves to fish and has been at it for quite some time. We'll get Ed's view on trout fishing in the Catskills, impacts to fish and their habitat, new regulations, & more. Ed Ostapczuk is a master fly tyer and member of the Catskill Fly Tyers Guild, Ed has written numerous articles, essays, columns, and even a few books. In 1991, Trophy Trout Streams of the Northeast was published and included a chapter on the E...2023-10-1259 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRyan’s Walk in the Woods (2023)Each fall I take a small camping trip to the "High Peaks" of the Catskill Mountains. I've been doing this since 2004; Time sure is flying by. We'll discuss some notable things seen, heard, and felt, while out in the woods last week.  2023-10-0559 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestRyan’s Walk in the Woods (2023)Each fall I take a small camping trip to the "High Peaks" of the Catskill Mountains. I've been doing this since 2004; Time sure is flying by. We'll discuss some notable things seen, heard, and felt, while out in the woods last week.  2023-10-0559 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestTrees for Framing & Lumber with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing how to select different tree species for both timber-framing & lumber. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-09-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestTrees for Framing & Lumber with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing how to select different tree species for both timber-framing & lumber. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-09-2859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWild Simulated Ginseng Cultivation with Education Forester Zahra Bellucci On this week's show, CFA's Education Forester--Zahra Bellucci--will discuss how to grow wild-simulated ginseng. We'll introduce this amazing plant by covering some of the basics and then go into how you might perpetuate it on your land. Wild ginseng is highly sought after in the marketplace for its medicinal attributes. Deer and other herbivores also like it, making this plant rare in the forest. Why not improve its abundance by planting it? Zahra Bellucci is CFA's Education Forester & administers & implements their FOREST FARMING PROGRAM which includes (1) Backyard Maple Syrup Production; (2) Shiitake Mushroom Log Inoculation; & (3) Wild-Simulated Ginseng Cultivation. Zahra joined the Ca...2023-09-2159 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWild Simulated Ginseng Cultivation with Education Forester Zahra Bellucci On this week's show, CFA's Education Forester--Zahra Bellucci--will discuss how to grow wild-simulated ginseng. We'll introduce this amazing plant by covering some of the basics and then go into how you might perpetuate it on your land. Wild ginseng is highly sought after in the marketplace for its medicinal attributes. Deer and other herbivores also like it, making this plant rare in the forest. Why not improve its abundance by planting it? Zahra Bellucci is CFA's Education Forester & administers & implements their FOREST FARMING PROGRAM which includes (1) Backyard Maple Syrup Production; (2) Shiitake Mushroom Log Inoculation; & (3) Wild-Simulated Ginseng Cultivation. Zahra joined the Ca...2023-09-2159 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestKeeping the Pinelands with NJ Forester Bob Williams On this week's show we'll talk to Forester Bob Williams about "Keeping the Pinelands" in New Jersey. Recently Bob appeared on PBS discussing the NJ Pinelands. "In the 20th century, the once vast forests of the New Jersey Pine Barrens were vanishing. In 1979, a controversial ban on over-development became law, saving over a million acres. But today, the Pinelands face new threats from climate change and fire suppression. To help these forests survive, people are using new ways to manage them. Collaborating with nature is the key to Keeping the Pinelands." We'll get Bob's perspective on the Pinelands...2023-09-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestKeeping the Pinelands with NJ Forester Bob Williams On this week's show we'll talk to Forester Bob Williams about "Keeping the Pinelands" in New Jersey. Recently Bob appeared on PBS discussing the NJ Pinelands. "In the 20th century, the once vast forests of the New Jersey Pine Barrens were vanishing. In 1979, a controversial ban on over-development became law, saving over a million acres. But today, the Pinelands face new threats from climate change and fire suppression. To help these forests survive, people are using new ways to manage them. Collaborating with nature is the key to Keeping the Pinelands." We'll get Bob's perspective on the Pinelands...2023-09-1459 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestTrees that No One WantsOn this week's show we'll discuss "low-grade" trees or "trees that no one wants." We'll define & decipher low-grade from high-grade trees and how forest markets--or the lack thereof--impacts our forests today and tomorrow. 2023-09-0859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestTrees that No One WantsOn this week's show we'll discuss "low-grade" trees or "trees that no one wants." We'll define & decipher low-grade from high-grade trees and how forest markets--or the lack thereof--impacts our forests today and tomorrow. 2023-09-0859 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMindset of an Emergent HunterFor many people, hunting is a tradition passed down through family ties - kids are introduced to the lifestyle and gain a passion for hunting at a young age. It's becoming more and more common to hear about hunters that have found the passion later in life, though. We will speak to the latest emergent hunter, CFA's Education Arborist Zane Lawyer, about what sparked him to take up the sport, where he is at in his journey, and where his goals lie with becoming an "adult-onset hunter". 2023-09-0759 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestMindset of an Emergent HunterFor many people, hunting is a tradition passed down through family ties - kids are introduced to the lifestyle and gain a passion for hunting at a young age. It's becoming more and more common to hear about hunters that have found the passion later in life, though. We will speak to the latest emergent hunter, CFA's Education Arborist Zane Lawyer, about what sparked him to take up the sport, where he is at in his journey, and where his goals lie with becoming an "adult-onset hunter". 2023-09-0759 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWillow with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the willow tree. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-08-2559 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestWillow with Gary Mead Every Third Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the willow tree. Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner of Gary Mead Gallery in Margaretville, Delaware County. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in New Kingston, Town of Middletown, Delaware County. 2023-08-2559 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBiocontrol for Emerald Ash Borer with Forester Collin Miller On this week's show we'll discuss something uplifting & positive surrounding ash trees. As many of you know, ash trees are being devastated by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Currently, the only control is chemically-based to save a few sentimental trees mostly in the arboricultural-sphere near one's home. However, few are aware that biological controls are in place to hopefully control this pest long-term. Collin Miller is a Forester with the NYC DEP and also a "Cooperator" or "Partner" with the USDA Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to help release biocontrols--or in this case parasitoid wasps--to kill emerald ash borer...2023-08-1759 minFrom The ForestFrom The ForestBiocontrol for Emerald Ash Borer with Forester Collin Miller On this week's show we'll discuss something uplifting & positive surrounding ash trees. As many of you know, ash trees are being devastated by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). Currently, the only control is chemically-based to save a few sentimental trees mostly in the arboricultural-sphere near one's home. However, few are aware that biological controls are in place to hopefully control this pest long-term. Collin Miller is a Forester with the NYC DEP and also a "Cooperator" or "Partner" with the USDA Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to help release biocontrols--or in this case parasitoid wasps--to kill emerald ash borer...2023-08-1759 min