BioBlitz! Oklahoma

Welcome back to the BioBlitz! Oklahoma podcast! In this episode we are chatting with RJ Baltierra, a field biologist from Washington state who spent two summers in Oklahoma collecting data for the Oklahoma Breeding Bird Atlas. RJ is a naturalist who also enjoys looking for herps (reptiles and amphibians), butterflies, and odonates (dragonflies and damselflies) while he’s out in the field. Listen to hear more about his time exploring Oklahoma and life as a field biologist, and his perspective on the unique biology of our great state!

You can read more about the Breeding Bird Atlas or purchase a copy of the first edition from the Sutton Aviation Research Center here: https://www.suttoncenter.org/research/ok-bird-atlases-surveys/breeding-bird-atlas/

Also mentioned in this episode is the book “A Field Guide to Oklahoma's Amphibians and Reptiles” by Greg and Lynnette Sievert, which is available for purchase from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation here:

https://license.gooutdoorsoklahoma.com/Shop/Inventory?groupId=33 

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. You can read more about the Oklahoma BioDiversity Stewards program here:

https://okbiodiversity.org/biodiversitysteward/ 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma’s amazing biodiversity. Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door!

We are back again this week on the BioBlitz! Oklahoma podcast highlighting a state park, but also meeting an expert - long-time park naturalist Leann Bunn!   

 Angelina takes the reigns again in this episode.  She sits down with Leann Bunn to talk about Tenkiller State Park, Leann's passion for being a naturalist and talking with kids and adults about our state wildlife – eagles and loons in particular - and they talk about the annual Women in the Outdoors event that Leann has organized for 21 years!   
More information on the Tenkiller SP Women in the Outdoors event

Don't forget! Our fall BioBlitz! Oklahoma weekend is just around the corner!  Oct first through third.  We are going statewide again for 2021.  Check out our website for all the details!   

 BioBlitz! Oklahoma

Be sure to register! We want to know how many of you are celebrating our biodiversity that weekend.  Registration is free and you will receive this year's sticker! These stickers are a throwback to a previous t-shirt design – our flying squirrel logo from the Osage Hills State Park BioBlitz!   

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door. 

This week Angelina Stancampiano, with Oklahoma State Parks interviews the new full time naturalist at Greenleaf State Park.  Kristen Perry is the newest park naturalists in one of our oldest state parks.  Listen in and learn about the park and all the fun things you can do at the park this fall! 

I highly recommend hiking out to the swinging bridge!  It is one of my favorite things on any trail in our state parks!   

https://www.travelok.com/state-parks/greenleaf-state-park 

As you may know our fall BioBlitz! Oklahoma weekend is not going to be our traditional big campout weekend.  We are organizing the BioBlitz! weekend, which is Oct 1-3 to be statewide and dispersed.  Like last year we will have three full days of inventory Fri, Sat, and Sun.  And we are using iNaturalist and eBird to record our observations.  Experts are also hosting a variety of small in-person activities around the state.   

You need to sign up for the activity with the leader to attend and space is limited.  So don't wait!  Check out the schedule and sign up at our website!

BioBlitz! Oklahoma

We encourage all weekend participants, even if you are just doing things on your own, to register for the weekend.  We want to know how many of you are celebrating our Biodiversity that weekend.  Registration is free And you will get this year's sticker! These stickers are great – and water resistant – perfect for your water bottle, lap top, or car window! 

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door.   

Welcome Back Everyone! to the BioBlitz! Oklahoma podcast!  We have had a bit of a hiatus because things got busy for Angelina and me as things started to open up after the winter COVID lockdown.  I am embarrassed to say that I recorded this podcast back in February!  I think we were in the middle of that arctic blast that seems so long ago, now that we are in the middle of summer.  In fact, in the recording you can hear the peeping of my newly arrive chicken chicks which were under the heat lamp in the next room. Those little ladies are full grown and should be laying eggs any day now. 

 Anyway – you are finally getting my last recorded episode in which I talk with Jane Breckinridge – a butterfly farmer, non-profit director, and pollinator conservation advocate.  She works extensively with tribes in Oklahoma to restore and protect pollinator habitat and provide economic opportunities in rural Oklahoma. 

 Here are the links to the organizations we talk about in this episode:
Tribal Alliance for Pollinators:   https://tribalallianceforpollinators.com/
Monarch Watch: https://www.monarchwatch.org/ 

 We are planning to host our fall BioBlitz! Oklahoma weekend in person this year.  The dates are Oct 1-3 and we will be at Roman Nose State Park.  Details will be announced in August and registration will open August 16.  Stay informed by following our facebook page or signing up for the eNewsletter on our website.
https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/
https://www.facebook.com/bioblitzoklahoma 

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door.   

In this episode, Angelina and Priscilla give all the details about how to participate in our Spring BioBlitz! OK, using iNaturalist, eBird, and Budburst.  We talk about the activity schedules, observation challenges, and the prizes you can earn by participating!  So get ready for the Spring BioBlitz! OK happening during the entire month of April!  Details are also on our website! 

BioBlitz! Oklahoma Links are:
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/  

This podcast is a project of Oklahoma State Parks and BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door.   

In this "Meet the Expert" Episode, Priscilla chats with our BioBlitz! OK moss expert, Crys Davis.  They talk about how amazing mosses are, what we love most about BioBlitz!OK, and how her super rugged wheelchair allows her to explore nature and have a fun BioBlitz! experience.

The link to the company that makes her chair is here:
GRIT Freedom Chair 

In our next episode, Angelina and I will be talking all about how to participate in our Spring BioBlitz! OK, using iNaturalist, eBird, and Budburst.  We talk about the activity schedules, observation challenges, and the prizes you can earn by participating!  So get ready for the Spring BioBlitz! Happening during the entire month of April!  Details are also on our website! 

BioBlitz! Oklahoma Links are:
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/  

This podcast is a project of Oklahoma State Parks and BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door.   

In this "Meet the Expert" Episode, Priscilla chats with bee expert José Montalva.  You would never guess that a being on the college free diving team in Chile would lead him to a career in bees! We hope this episode can distract you from the blast of winter we have been experiencing and that our conversation has you dreaming about warm spring days, buzzing bees, and flower pollination. 

We learn so much bee biology from José every time we talk!  You can read more about his work on his website and by following him on twitter.    

Research website
The Bee Hunter's Diaries
Salvemos Nuestro Abejorro
Article from the Guardian (UK) about his work with the Giant Bumble Bee
Pictures Gallery of the OKC Zoo bees
Twitter @josemmontalva

We would love to have your feedback about the podcast.  You can leave a review where you subscribe.  You can also send us Facebook messages, tweet at us, or simply email your questions to: [email protected].   

BioBlitz! Oklahoma Links are:
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/  

This podcast is a project of Oklahoma State Parks and BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

We hope you have time to step outside today (or maybe this week just watch from your window!) and explore Oklahoma's amazing biodiversity.  Remember, you can find biodiversity right outside your door.

This is our second episode in our Oklahoma State Park Series.  Angelina Stancampiano talks with Roman Nose State Park Managers, Levi and Travis.  Our fall BioBlitz! OK event will be at Roman Nose this year and they give you some fun details about the park's wildlife, geology, and amenities.  Maybe you will want to check it out before our official event! 

We hope this episode inspires you to visit Roman Nose State Park. 
Website
Facebook Page

We will be highlighting an Oklahoma State Park each month on the podcast.  We are starting with the original seven which were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps.  We will cover park history, ecology, and amenities!

We have new episodes lined up for the new year.  And we would love to explore your questions on future ASK the Experts episodes!  You can send your questions to us as a Facebook message, a tweet, or simply email to: [email protected].  

BioBlitz! Oklahoma Links are:
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/ 

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of Oklahoma State Parks and the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

This week is the first episode in our Oklahoma State Park Series.  Angelina Stancampiano talks with Boiling Springs State Park Manager, Tucker Heglin.  Learn about the history and landscape of the park and why Boiling Springs might be a deceptive name! 

We hope this episode inspires you to visit Boiling Springs State Park. 
Website
Facebook Page

We will be highlighting an Oklahoma State Park each month on the podcast.  We are starting with the original seven which were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps.  We will cover park history, ecology, and amenities!

We have new episodes lined up for the new year.  And we would love to explore your questions on future ASK the Experts episodes!  You can send your questions to us as a Facebook message, a tweet, or simply email to: [email protected].  

BioBlitz! Oklahoma Links are:
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/ 

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of Oklahoma State Parks and the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma. 

Priscilla Crawford, conservation biologist with the Oklahoma Biological Survey, and Angelina Stancampiano, Oklahoma State Park Senior Naturalist, co-host this podcast, an extension of our BioBlitz! Oklahoma events.  Now we can celebrate Oklahoma's biodiversity with you all year round!  

In this "Meet the Expert" Episode, Priscilla chats with Dr. Lara Souza, her colleague and the director of the Oklahoma Biological Survey.  As a plant ecologist she works on global change research at the University of Oklahoma.  Join us as we talk about what she loves about being a researcher and professor at OU and leader of the biological survey.   

We recorded our conversation at the end of the fall semester of 2020, so some of our references are slightly dated. 

We are working on new episodes of "Meet the Experts," "Ask the Experts," and "Join the Experts."  We are also going to start highlighting Oklahoma State Parks to inspire you to visit and explore these amazing natural areas.    

You can stay up to date on our
Facebook page – BioBlitz! Oklahoma
Twitter @okbioblitz
Website: https://biosurvey.ou.edu/bioblitzok/

We would love to have your feedback about the podcast.  You can leave a review where you subscribe.  You can also send us Facebook messages, tweet at us, or simply email your feedback to: [email protected].   

This podcast is a project of BioBlitz! Oklahoma, an outreach program of the Oklahoma Biological Survey at the University of Oklahoma.