Dispatches from the Forest

By Dispatchesfromtheforest

Dispatches from the Forest is all about nature and the natural world. Hosted by Tim O'Hara, Dispatches from the Forest explores the curious, the interesting and the surprising world of nature - often... more

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How many episodes does Dispatches from the Forest have?

The podcast currently has 167 episodes available.

Dispatches from the Forest episodes:

February 04, 2026 Episode 119: Snow Goose on the Loose!
I recently saw a lone Snow goose hanging out with several dozen (or more) Canada geese. So let's learn more about the second most abundant and noisiest waterfowl in the world!

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19min
January 28, 2026 Dirt Dispatch #47
Tragedy in Antarctica, footprints in the snow, some other wildlife observations from around Dispatches HQ and the lessons we can learn from Canada Geese. Tune in to hear all about it!

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11min
January 21, 2026 Episode 118: The Bearded Ones (Muskox)
I have a confession; I kind of forgot Muskox existed as a North American mammal. But these arctic-dwelling bovines are incredibly interesting. Learn all about them on this episode of the Dispatches from the Forest Podcast!
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16min
January 14, 2026 Dirt Dispatch #46
One of my favorite quotes comes from Barry Lopez, author of the book "Of Wolves and Men". He wrote, "We know little about wolves, but a great deal about what we believe wolves to be." I've been thinking about this quote a lot lately because it seems to me that many people spend a lot of time outside while still managing to isolate themselves to a certain degree from the natural world. Tune in to hear more about the relationship between wolves and deer, coyotes and their mates, and the importance of checking your sources.

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14min
January 07, 2026 Episode 117: Arctic Foxes
Arctic foxes live in one of the harshest environments on the planet - and yet, it doesn't seem to bother them. How do they manage to survive in the arctic? Find out on this first episode of 2026!

Support the podcast!
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20min
December 31, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #45
The last Dirt Dispatch of 2025! 2026 promises to be a year of transition and change but also new opportunities and adventures - at least here at Dispatches from the Forest. We wish you all the best in the New Year. Tune in to hear my thoughts - I'll also revisit the Greenland Wildlife Overpass - largest wildlife overpass located just a couple hours south of me!

Support the podcast!
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Donate via the Cash App using $ForestNerd
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9min
December 24, 2025 Episode 116: Ptarmigan
Ptarmigan are birds that live in the arctic and subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. And they are well adapted to life in the cold! Learn more about the hare-footed arctic bird with the silent "P" in its name: the ptarmigan!

Support the podcast!
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15min
December 17, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #44
Elk tusks and Peapod the pocket squirrel. I mean really, what more do I have to say to get you to listen to this Dirt Dispatch?

Support the podcast!
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10min
December 10, 2025 Episode 115: Let it Snow (Leopards)!
Snow leopards are built to live in cold, high altitude environments. They're also one of the most elusive predators on the planet. Do they really carry their tail around in their mouths though? Find out on this episode of the Dispatches from the Forest Podcast!

Support the podcast!
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16min
December 03, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #43
Why are the Great horned owls so vocal this time of year and are raccoons really becoming domesticated? Find out on this Dirt Dispatch!

Support the podcast!
Become a patron: www.patreon.com/dispatchesfromtheforest
Donate via the Cash App using $ForestNerd
Donate via PayPal or email me! [email protected]
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11min

FAQs about Dispatches from the Forest:

How many episodes does Dispatches from the Forest have?

The podcast currently has 167 episodes available.