Shows
From The ForestForest Fires in the Catskill with NYS Forest Ranger Erich HornThis fall was abnormally dry here in the Catskills, resulting in an uptick in wildland fire activity. We will be discussing fire in the Catskills with NYS DEC Region 3 Forest Ranger, Erich Horn. Ranger Horn spent some time on the Peekamoose Fire last month and will give us some first hand accounts as well as discuss his role as a Forest Ranger to prevent and suppress forest fires in the region.
2024-12-1700 minFrom The ForestPergamena--Parchments & Leather with Jesse Meyer
On this week's show we'll be talking to Jesse Meyer from Pergamena--Parchments & Leather. Pergamena is based out of Montgomery, Orange County and the Meyer family has been tanning leather for 474 years! Pergamena's connection to the forest is the chestnut bark they use to tan their leathers. In addition to livestock, they also will tan deerskins too.
Jesse Meyer has worked in his family’s business since he was young; going to the tannery with his father Karl on days off from school continued through high school and even during his college breaks. After graduating with a BFA from S.U.N...
2024-12-1700 minFrom The ForestMaple with Gary Mead_Part 2(2nd half of show)
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 maple tree, both red and sugar.
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.
2024-11-2800 minFrom The ForestMaple with Gary Mead_Part 2(2nd half of show)
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 maple tree, both red and sugar.
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.
2024-11-2800 minFrom The ForestMaple with Gary Mead_Part 1(This show unfortunately is broken up over 2 parts. Just "fast-forward" towards the middle or so of Part 1 to hear the beginning)
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 maple tree, both red and sugar.
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.
2024-11-2800 minFrom The ForestMaple with Gary Mead_Part 1(This show unfortunately is broken up over 2 parts. Just "fast-forward" towards the middle or so of Part 1 to hear the beginning)
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 maple tree, both red and sugar.
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.
2024-11-2800 minFrom The ForestKids in the WoodsOn this week's show we'll be discussing how "kids in the woods" has changed from the past. I know playing in the woods as a kid definitely had a great influence on my life as someone who plays and works in the woods today.
2024-11-2100 minFrom The ForestKids in the WoodsOn this week's show we'll be discussing how "kids in the woods" has changed from the past. I know playing in the woods as a kid definitely had a great influence on my life as someone who plays and works in the woods today.
2024-11-2100 minFrom The ForestBogs in the Catskills with Dr. Michael Kudish
On this week's show, we'll be talking about bogs in the Catskills with Dr. Michael Kudish. Dr. Kudish uses bogs to decipher forest history going back thousands of years!
Michael Kudish received his Ph.D. at the New York State College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse. In 2000, Purple Mountain Press published The Catskill Forest: A History. As a professor emeritus in the Division of Forestry at Paul Smith's College, he has also written four books on the vegetation of the Adirondacks, including Adirondack Upland Flora and a number of articles on forest history of both the Catskills and Adi...
2024-11-1400 minFrom The ForestBogs in the Catskills with Dr. Michael Kudish
On this week's show, we'll be talking about bogs in the Catskills with Dr. Michael Kudish. Dr. Kudish uses bogs to decipher forest history going back thousands of years!
Michael Kudish received his Ph.D. at the New York State College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse. In 2000, Purple Mountain Press published The Catskill Forest: A History. As a professor emeritus in the Division of Forestry at Paul Smith's College, he has also written four books on the vegetation of the Adirondacks, including Adirondack Upland Flora and a number of articles on forest history of both the Catskills and Adi...
2024-11-1400 minFrom The ForestCougar Recovery in the Northeast with Chris SpatzOn this week's show we'll be talking about the history, status, and recovery of mountain lions with Chris Spatz. Chris is the former President of the Cougar Rewilding Foundation that seeks to bring cougars back to the northeast.
2024-11-0700 minFrom The ForestCougar Recovery in the Northeast with Chris SpatzOn this week's show we'll be talking about the history, status, and recovery of mountain lions with Chris Spatz. Chris is the former President of the Cougar Rewilding Foundation that seeks to bring cougars back to the northeast.
2024-11-0700 minFrom The ForestAll About RavensThe raven (Corvus corax) reminds me of my campsite in the mountains. I hear them often throughout the day uttering a variety of "vocalizations" from the nearby cliffsides where they reside.
On this week's show we'll discuss this bird that often gets confused with its look-alike, the crow. Both birds share the prize though for being one of the smartest birds in the world.
2024-10-3100 minFrom The ForestAll About RavensThe raven (Corvus corax) reminds me of my campsite in the mountains. I hear them often throughout the day uttering a variety of "vocalizations" from the nearby cliffsides where they reside.
On this week's show we'll discuss this bird that often gets confused with its look-alike, the crow. Both birds share the prize though for being one of the smartest birds in the world.
2024-10-3100 minFrom The ForestBlack Locust 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 black locust 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.
2024-10-2400 minFrom The ForestBlack Locust 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 black locust 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.
2024-10-2400 minFrom The ForestArchery Season BeginsOctober 1st marked the Opening Day of Archery Season for hunting deer and bear. We'll discuss how we think this year will shape up, what we're seeing, and why and how we bow hunt.
2024-10-1700 minFrom The ForestArchery Season BeginsOctober 1st marked the Opening Day of Archery Season for hunting deer and bear. We'll discuss how we think this year will shape up, what we're seeing, and why and how we bow hunt.
2024-10-1700 minFrom The ForestBear Maple Sparkling Ginseng Elixir with Brian Bethke
On this Wednesday's radio show we'll be talking to Brian Bethke, Founder & CEO of Bear Maple Sparkling Ginseng Elixir. Brian has taken 2 of our favorite Catskill Mountain ingredients--ginseng & maple sap--and made a super delicious and nutritious drink. We'll see how he came to developing Bear Maple and how it's going.
In 2020, in the heart of the pandemic, Bear Maple founder and CEO Brian Bethke and his family moved to the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York. On their daily outings, he and his daughter discovered maple trees and ginseng growing in the wild. A serial entrepreneur and lifelong learner, Brian...
2024-10-1000 minFrom The ForestBear Maple Sparkling Ginseng Elixir with Brian Bethke
On this Wednesday's radio show we'll be talking to Brian Bethke, Founder & CEO of Bear Maple Sparkling Ginseng Elixir. Brian has taken 2 of our favorite Catskill Mountain ingredients--ginseng & maple sap--and made a super delicious and nutritious drink. We'll see how he came to developing Bear Maple and how it's going.
In 2020, in the heart of the pandemic, Bear Maple founder and CEO Brian Bethke and his family moved to the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York. On their daily outings, he and his daughter discovered maple trees and ginseng growing in the wild. A serial entrepreneur and lifelong learner, Brian...
2024-10-1000 minFrom The ForestHow Wind Shapes Northeast ForestsIn the northeast, wind is the dominant natural disturbance factor that influences the size, density, and age class of trees in the forest. In this week's show, we will discuss how wind affects individual trees, how it impacts forest structure, which species depend on it for pollination, and what you can do for your property after a high wind event.
2024-09-2600 minFrom The ForestHow Wind Shapes Northeast ForestsIn the northeast, wind is the dominant natural disturbance factor that influences the size, density, and age class of trees in the forest. In this week's show, we will discuss how wind affects individual trees, how it impacts forest structure, which species depend on it for pollination, and what you can do for your property after a high wind event.
2024-09-2600 minFrom The ForestForestry Check-In_September 2024
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
2024-09-1200 minFrom The ForestForestry Check-In_September 2024
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
2024-09-1200 minFrom The ForestThe Dangers of Asbestos Forest Thinking with Andrew Vander Yacht
Many of us have heard about fire in the forest out west or somewhere else other than the northeast. The northeastern forest has been labeled the "Asbestos Forest" or one that doesn't include fire. But, has this always been the case? What positive role can fire play in New York State's forest? Andrew Vander Yacht will explain the historical role of fire in New York and how it might be used today.
Dr. Andrew (Andy) L. Vander Yacht is an Assistant Professor of Applied Forest and Fire Ecology in the Department of Sustainable Resources Management at SUNY ESF. He teaches...
2024-09-1200 minFrom The ForestThe Dangers of Asbestos Forest Thinking with Andrew Vander Yacht
Many of us have heard about fire in the forest out west or somewhere else other than the northeast. The northeastern forest has been labeled the "Asbestos Forest" or one that doesn't include fire. But, has this always been the case? What positive role can fire play in New York State's forest? Andrew Vander Yacht will explain the historical role of fire in New York and how it might be used today.
Dr. Andrew (Andy) L. Vander Yacht is an Assistant Professor of Applied Forest and Fire Ecology in the Department of Sustainable Resources Management at SUNY ESF. He teaches...
2024-09-1200 minFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead--Part 7
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.
2024-08-2900 minFrom The ForestState Trees of the USA with Gary Mead--Part 7
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.
2024-08-2900 minFrom The ForestFrom Wildland to Woodland--How the Tanning Industry Changed a ValleyLast week's show covered "Bark Tanning in the Catskills." We'll continue the conversation on this most significant mountain industry with Paul Misko. Paul's talk will focus on a particular area of the Catskills—Woodland Valley, located in the Town of Shandaken, Ulster County.
Paul Misko has been hiking in the Catskills since childhood. Over the years he has learned much about the Catskill forest, and the human history within it. Though his main focus is Woodland Valley, near Phoenicia, he has done research throughout the whole Catskill region.
In 2009 he founded the Catskill 4000 Clu...
2024-08-2500 minFrom The ForestFrom Wildland to Woodland--How the Tanning Industry Changed a ValleyLast week's show covered "Bark Tanning in the Catskills." We'll continue the conversation on this most significant mountain industry with Paul Misko. Paul's talk will focus on a particular area of the Catskills—Woodland Valley, located in the Town of Shandaken, Ulster County.
Paul Misko has been hiking in the Catskills since childhood. Over the years he has learned much about the Catskill forest, and the human history within it. Though his main focus is Woodland Valley, near Phoenicia, he has done research throughout the whole Catskill region.
In 2009 he founded the Catskill 4000 Clu...
2024-08-2500 minFrom The ForestBark Tanning in the CatskillsOn this week's show, we'll be discussing the Catskill Mountain's first industry--the Tannery Industry, of the 19th Century. Tanneries of the Catskills were "vegetable-based" or used bark of hemlock trees to tan cowskins into leather. Many of our hamlets today trace back their roots to this industry that required hemlock trees, cold running water, and animal hides.
2024-08-1400 minFrom The ForestBark Tanning in the CatskillsOn this week's show, we'll be discussing the Catskill Mountain's first industry--the Tannery Industry, of the 19th Century. Tanneries of the Catskills were "vegetable-based" or used bark of hemlock trees to tan cowskins into leather. Many of our hamlets today trace back their roots to this industry that required hemlock trees, cold running water, and animal hides.
2024-08-1400 minFrom The ForestAmerican Plum--A Fruitful OpportunityOn this week's show we'll be discussing America's wild plum tree or American plum (Prunus americana). American plum may present a fruitful opportunity for the Catskills; it's one tough tree.
2024-08-0800 minFrom The ForestAmerican Plum--A Fruitful OpportunityOn this week's show we'll be discussing America's wild plum tree or American plum (Prunus americana). American plum may present a fruitful opportunity for the Catskills; it's one tough tree.
2024-08-0800 minFrom The ForestMetal Detecting the Past in the Woods with Don Wyckoff
On this week's show, we'll be discussing how Don Wyckoff metal detects in the woods and how he deciphers the past from this art.
Don Wyckoff is a Motivational Speaker at Motivational Empowerment. He is also the Director of Community Relations at the Catskill Center for Independence. Don is the host of the "Empower Hour" on WIOX ROXBURY 91.3 FM that follows after our radio show--"From the Forest."
2024-08-0100 minFrom The ForestMetal Detecting the Past in the Woods with Don Wyckoff
On this week's show, we'll be discussing how Don Wyckoff metal detects in the woods and how he deciphers the past from this art.
Don Wyckoff is a Motivational Speaker at Motivational Empowerment. He is also the Director of Community Relations at the Catskill Center for Independence. Don is the host of the "Empower Hour" on WIOX ROXBURY 91.3 FM that follows after our radio show--"From the Forest."
2024-08-0100 minFrom 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 min