Part-time Parkers Podcast

00:00 Welcome to the Park

00:58 Meet Ranger Kaylin

01:47 From Engineering to Parks

03:03 Parks on a Budget

05:15 Real Backcountry Rescue

07:19 Why Wilderness Skills Matter

09:24 Rolled Ankle Basics

11:56 Splinting a Broken Arm

16:21 DIY Sling and Swathe

16:59 Realigning Angulated Fractures

18:59 Wilderness Medicine Training Paths

20:39 Solo Injuries and Emergency Comms

22:23 Be Seen and Share Location

24:39 Treating Shock and Exposure

26:14 The Ten Essentials Checklist

29:22 Water Filtration Options

31:15 Top Prep Tips and Wrap-UpWellness, and Community

24:05 Supporting Waterfront Park: How You Can Help

28:32 A Tour with Ashley: Discovering Hidden Gems

32:08 Conclusion and Farewell

https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cumberland-mountain

https://www.nols.edu/

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/satellite-communicators/

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/day-hiking-checklist.html

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html

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0:00 Welcome to Part Time Parkers

00:35 Meet Ashley Smith: A Passionate Advocate for Waterfront Park

00:59 Transforming Louisville's Riverfront: The Birth of Waterfront Park

03:16 Exploring the Park: Features and Attractions

08:13 Community Engagement and Events at Waterfront Park

16:47 The Importance of Parks: Health, Wellness, and Community

24:05 Supporting Waterfront Park: How You Can Help

28:32 A Tour with Ashley: Discovering Hidden Gems

32:08 Conclusion and Farewell

https://ourwaterfront.org/

@waterfrontparklou

https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontparklou/

https://twitter.com/wfpark

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ8oc-WwC81Jh4izYwuTiCQ

https://www.belleoflouisville.org/a-brief-history-of-the-belle-of-louisville/

https://www.belleoflouisville.org/mary-m-miller/

https://ourwaterfront.org/feature/big-four-bridge/

https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/heigold-house

https://waterfrontgardens.org/

https://ourwaterfront.org/self-guided-public-art-walk-at-waterfront-park/

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00:00 Welcome to Part Time Parkers

00:25 Season Two Kickoff at Lake Point State Park

01:05 Introduction to Giant City Park

01:13 Meet the Guests: Jen and Vicki

01:57 Exploring Giant City State Park

06:11 Wintertime Magic at Giant City

10:57 Birding Adventures and Tips

15:11 Vicki's Birding Journey

19:40 Finding a Birding Community

20:37 Learning Through Christmas Bird Counts

21:25 The Importance of Citizen Science

22:29 Bird Identification Tips

24:11 Journey to Becoming a Naturalist

28:03 The Wonders of Giant City State Park

28:51 Getting Started with Birding

31:47 Exploring Giant City State Park Events

34:43 Seasonal Highlights and Unique Flora

37:07 Conclusion and Farewell

Fins Feathers and Flowers info: https://www.alapark.com/parks/lakepoint-state-park/fins-feathers-and-flowers-weekend

https://dnr.illinois.gov/parks/park.giantcity.html

http://www.siaudubon.org/

https://www.audubon.org/community-science/christmas-bird-count

https://www.sibleyguides.com/

https://www.harpercollins.com/search?q=Peterson+Field+Guides

https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/

https://www.facebook.com/friendsofgiantcity/

@ giantcitystatepark

https://www.part-time-parkers.com/episodes/episode-02-lakepointstatepark

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00:00 Summer Mushroom Boom

00:42 Meet the Mycologists

01:11 Society Origins and Mission

02:55 Facebook to Official Club

04:33 How They Got Hooked

06:36 Fenner’s Fast Learning

07:35 Chicken of the Woods Moment

09:29 Finding Your Fungi Niche

11:45 Amanita and Medicinal Fascination

12:51 Learning Latin Names

14:14 Science Backgrounds

15:35 FundUS Conservation Challenge

16:26 How Beginners Can Help

17:06 Start Mushroom Hunting

17:52 Where Fungi Like to Hide

19:31 Touching and Picking Safely

22:02 DNA Sampling Workflow

23:46 Why iNaturalist Matters

26:26 Citizen Science Call

28:19 Learning via Facebook Groups

30:04 Gratitude and Sign Off

https://parks.ky.gov/explore/blue-licks-battlefield-state-resort-park-7782

https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluegrassmycological

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00:00 Episode Re-Release Intro

00:47 Welcome to Fall Creek Falls

01:09 Meet Ranger Haley

01:51 Haley’s Park Journey

04:08 Why Fireflies Matter

05:47 Firefly Species and Signals

08:31 Firefly Decline and Fixes

10:57 Life Cycle and Larvae

12:10 Sunset Pontoon Tour Preview

13:58 Leave No Trace on the Lake

14:41 Park History Begins

15:18 Taft and Park Origins

16:39 Pontoon Tours Details

17:37 Affordable Park Programs

19:27 Park Size and Staff

19:57 Must See Spots

21:41 Eagles and Nest Facts

23:25 Raccoon Storytime

24:23 How to Find Events

26:10 Pontoon Tour Recap

27:38 Fireflies and Farewell

https://tnstateparks.com/parks/fall-creek-falls

https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/best-us-state-parks-to-visit-na-pali-coast-state-park?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter

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Ever wondered about the real value of America's roadless areas? This week, our special guest Ben Prater from Defenders of Wildlife shares insights on why these wild spaces are crucial for our ecosystems and economic well-being. Listen to this week’s episode of Part-Time Parkers to learn how you can make a difference!

00:00 Welcome to Part-Time Parkers

00:22 Meet Ben Prater

00:40 Trails Near Asheville

02:43 Blue Ridge Roadless Pearls

04:37 Roadless Rule Origins

06:30 Rescission Push Today

08:19 Wildfire and Economy Myths

11:56 How to Take Action

16:23 Why This Fight Matters

21:28 Privatization and Stewardship

25:30 Staying Motivated

29:30 Trusted Resources and Wrap Upp

https://defenders.org/ 

https://defenders.org/roadless-rule

https://roadless.org/ 

https://tinyurl.com/RoadlessMapAccess

https://tinyurl.com/AlertsAndUpdates

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615-575-3480

00:00 Show Update And Rerun

01:23 Meet The Mussel Expert

01:41 Viral Filtration Demo

02:49 How Mussels Filter Water

04:43 Kentucky Mussel Diversity

05:52 Reproduction And Fish Hosts

07:57 In Vitro Propagation

08:57 Water Quality And Temperature

10:45 Endangered Species Comeback

11:50 Why Mussels Matter

13:56 Julianne Career Path

18:10 Fieldwork And Tagging

19:55 Sexing And Measuring Mussels

23:24 Hellbenders Teaser

23:48 Feeding Hellbenders

24:39 Why Hellbenders Matter

25:52 Mudpuppies and Mussels

27:04 Meet the Hatchery Team

28:22 Funding and Grants

29:38 Tours and Career Paths

31:46 Invasive Species Threats

35:57 Favorite Lab Work

36:54 Protecting Waterways

38:35 How to Visit and Wrap-Up

https://fw.ky.gov/Wildlife/Documents/CenterforMolluskConservationBrochure2019.pdf

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00:00 Welcome to Part-Time Parkers

00:29 Meet Avery Young

01:01 Southeast Bumblebee Atlas

02:31 About Xerces Society

04:25 Pesticides and Alternatives

06:12 Why Bumblebees Matter

07:25 Bumblebee Superpowers

08:52 How Community Science Works

12:06 Choosing Grids and Sites

14:40 Bumblebee Lifecycle

19:49 Hands On Catch and Photo

22:49 Avery’s Story and Tips

26:41 Data Drives Protection

27:50 Final Thanks and Wrap

https://www.xerces.org/ 

https://www.bumblebeeatlas.org/

https://www.bumblebeewatch.org/ 

parttimeparkers@gmail.com

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00:00 Welcome to Part-Time Parkers

00:29 Meet Avery Young

01:01 Southeast Bumblebee Atlas

02:31 About Xerces Society

04:25 Pesticides and Alternatives

06:12 Why Bumblebees Matter

07:25 Bumblebee Superpowers

08:52 How Community Science Works

12:06 Choosing Grids and Sites

14:40 Bumblebee Lifecycle

19:49 Hands On Catch and Photo

22:49 Avery’s Story and Tips

26:41 Data Drives Protection

27:50 Final Thanks and Wrap

https://www.xerces.org/ 

https://www.bumblebeeatlas.org/

https://www.bumblebeewatch.org/ 

parttimeparkers@gmail.com

@parttimeparkers

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https://www.youtube.com/@Part-timeParkers

PO Box 1113, Goodlettsville TN 37072-9998

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00:00 Introduction to Part-Time Parkers

00:25 Meet Our Special Guest: Ivan Chester

02:44 The Importance of Native Plants

05:32 Transforming Your Yard for Pollinators

12:16 Mosquito Control Without Pesticides

17:32 The Value of Dead Leaves and Trees

19:04 The Importance of Leaf Litter

19:35 Addressing Leaf Overload in Fall

20:20 The Decline of Insect and Bird Populations

21:58 Creating a Habitat-Friendly Lawn

23:20 Planning and Purchasing Native Plants

26:00 Local and Online Native Plant Nurseries

28:16 Non-Native Plants and Their Benefits

30:24 Deer-Resistant Plant Options

31:59 Embracing Natural Landscaping

36:12 The Joy of Native Plant Gardening

37:06 Conclusion and Farewell

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/parks/parks/warner-parks

https://plantwithhabitat.com/

https://warnerparks.org/

https://homegrownnationalpark.org/

https://xerces.org/

https://www.nwf.org/Native-Plant-Habitats

https://sidewalknature.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/mosquito-bucket-of-doom-printable-2023-1.pdf

https://wildones.org/

https://www.neighbors4nativeplants.org/

https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/plantfinder/plantfindersearch.aspx

https://www.growildinc.com/

https://www.wondergiftgarden.com/

https://www.izelplants.com/

https://roundstoneseed.com/

https://www.prairiemoon.com/

https://www.prairienursery.com/

[email protected]

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PO Box 1113, Goodlettsville TN 37072-9998

615-575-3480