Nature takes it up a notch this time of year.  Thanks to the lack of rain in the latter half of the summer season and some cool nights in September, the display of fall foliage is spectacular here in Northern Pennsylvania.  Join us as we discuss the fall colors and some other fall topics such as acorns and apples.

They might have small wings, but they've got big plans!  As fall takes center stage, Monarchs are headed south on the migration route they take every year.  Join us as we discuss this trip, find out how far some monarchs travel, and how you can help scientists track their journey and monitor their population.

Links mentioned on the show:

monarchwatch.org

journeynorth.org/monarchs

Ever wondered what animals roamed your property?  In this episode, we take a closer look at species that once resided in the Keystone State but can no longer be found here today.  Tune in as we discuss past climate, habitat, and some reasons why these species are no longer present in our state.

Each month, we've been covering a Pennsylvania state symbol.  This month we're discussing the Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis).  Found in the cool, moist, habitats of ravines and northern facing slopes, the tree is struggling to hold its ground thanks to a formidable pest.  Listen in as we talk about habitat, pests, how the tree became a state symbol, and so much more.

90% percent of all proposals the U.S. has ever made to reduce or eliminate protected areas have taken place since 2000.  Perhaps it's time to take matters into our own hands.  According to the Land Trust Alliance, there are 1,363 land trusts across the United States.  Land trusts and land conservancies are committed to helping landowners find the best solution to conserving their land, be it a conservation easement or donation to a conservancy or land trust.  Join us as we discuss land trusts and conservancies throughout our area and how they can help you conserve your land.

It's elusive, it plays the drums (not quite but it does drum), and its population is in decline.  Meet Pennsylvania's game bird: the Ruffed Grouse.  Join us as we find out where the Ruffed Grouse likes to spend its time, how long it lives, and why there are less Ruffed Grouse today then there were 20 years ago.