Out and About

By Josh Libman

The natural world is loaded with interesting learning opportunities, and the Forest Preserve District of Kane County has over 20,000 acres to explore! Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the... more

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The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.

Out and About episodes:

May 26, 2022 Episode 9: Freshwater Mussels
Get ready for a splash course in mussel ecology! A big thanks to the Natural Resources Department of the FPDKC for letting me join them during their stream survey.
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11min
August 10, 2021 Episode 8: Singing Insects Redux
The hot and humid conditions of a Midwest summer provide the perfect stage for insect activity. Let's tune in and see what these critters are up to! This episode originally aired on September 17, 2020. Thanks for listening!
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19min
March 30, 2021 Episode 7: Spring Wildflowers
Step off the trail and into a fairytale as we learn about spring ephemeral wildflowers!
Thanks to Noel, Connie, and April for providing audio this episode.
Music in this episode comes from The Four Seasons Ballet by Giuseppe Verdi.
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16min
February 25, 2021 Episode 6: Maple Sugaring
Celebrate the coming of spring with a deep dive into the process of maple sugaring!
Special thanks to Noel for contributing audio this episode.
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12min
December 17, 2020 Episode 5: New Year's Nature Resolutions
Ring in the New Year with Ranger Josh! We’ll explore the health benefits of spending time in the great outdoors, and hear some nature resolutions from our listeners. See you all next year!
Special thanks to April, Owen, Amelia, Noel, Burt, and Connie for contributing audio this episode. You guys are awesome!
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10min
October 28, 2020 Episode 4: Halloween Special
Get ready for some tricks and treats as we dispel the spooky myths surrounding some of our local wildlife.

Thanks to David and Connie for contributing audio this episode. Happy Halloween!
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15min
September 17, 2020 Episode 3: Insects
Let's get to know the creepy, crawly inhabitants of our woodlands, prairies, and households! Special thanks to Kelli, Marissa, Nate, Jeanette, Rachel, and my Momma for providing audio this episode.
For more information check out Singing Insects of North America
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19min
July 09, 2020 Episode 2: Amphibians
We're getting wet n' wild with our local amphibian friends! For more information, check out the Calling Frog Survey through the Chicago Academy of Sciences.
A big thanks to Connie, Noel, Brittany, Theo, Ben and Jeanette for contributing audio this episode!
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14min
May 21, 2020Episode 1: Spring Bird Migration
The pilot episode of Out and About is all about birds!
Species mentioned in this episode include:
Blackpoll Warbler

Cedar Waxwing

Wood Thrush

A big thanks to Connie, Chuck, Noel, Marissa and Vivian for playing along with me - I couldn't have done it without you!
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11min
May 06, 2020 Out and About - Trailer
We're trying our hand at making a podcast!
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1min

FAQs about Out and About:

How many episodes does Out and About have?

The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.