It's Turkey Time at Wildstone. Let's take a deep dive into this native species, their lifestyle, their amazing attributes, and what they mean for our culture.

Today we discuss Environmental Pioneer and fellow Pennsylvanian, Rachel Carson. She sparked the modern environmental movement bringing scientific ideas to the forefront of the public eye.

Her book, Silent Spring, may very well be responsible for the conservation efforts that allow us to enjoy Pennsylvania Wildlife and Trails.

She is honored in many ways from a bridge named in her honor in Pittsburgh to being the namesake for the PADEP building in Harrisburg. 

Christian Alexandersen, host of the Hemlocks to Hellbenders Podcast, ran one mile in every PA State Park and has come back to share his experience with us. He hosts his own podcast about PA's State Parks, Forests, and the Great Outdoors. 

Come find out why Pennsylvania beckons these discussions and what makes groups like Hemlocks to Hellbenders and Wildstone tick.

Mysteries and odd tales have taken place throughout the history or PA. 

Come learn about the Island Queen Explosion; a tragic event on the rivers of Pittsburgh from the mid 1900's that rattled downtown literally and figuratively.

PA has a haunting amount of Cryptid creatures lurking in the woods.

Come learn about the famous PA Squonk (and its celebration each year at the Squankapolooza), Big Foot, creatures from the deep like Bessie and the Susquehanna Seal, PA Jersey Devil Sightings, and many more. 

Jeep Enthusiasts of Eastern PA (JEEP) joins us to discuss exciting offroading culture, their fun events, and their clubs ethos surrounding giving back through charities.

Brandon, President of JEEP, also teaches us about Jeep brand's special relationship with Pennsylvania, its birthplace. 

To learn more about JEEP and their many exciting events check them out at facebook and at Jeep Enthusiast of Eastern PA (jeepenthusiastsofeasternpa.org). 

Step into the troublesome history and natural beauty of Western PA's McConnell's Mill State Park.

Today we are joined by a very special guest and Wildstone's biggest fan to discuss predatory animals of Pennsylvania.

Come learn about Black Bears, Rattlesnakes, Sonic the Hedgehog, our favorite animals at the Zoo and more!

Lehigh Gap Nature Center returns with ultramarathoner and race organizer Dr. Michael Martinez to discuss the More or Less 10K Trail Run.

Come discuss this amazing race through the geological wonder that is the Lehigh Gap. It is a race that will challenge you physically, mentally, and a race that you will never run twice as the course changes year to year.

Join us and learn all about the Pennsylvania Running Community and what it takes to complete this challenging course.

Apple Pie, Fall festivals, Races and More. Kick in the fall by tuning into our September 2024 Scouting Report.