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Recent Segments:
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In this episode, co-hosts Heidi Holtan and Charlie Mitchell delight in Northern Shrikes, community science projects, and listen to alarm calls from common birds.
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According to The Pew Charitable Trusts, peatlands hold an estimated 30% of the soil’s stored carbon pollution and twice as much as the world’s forests.
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In this episode, co-hosts Heidi and Charlie discuss snacking, snoozing, and freezing solid. Plus: Andy Tri, the bear guy!
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During the week of Oct. 28, 2025, we enjoy reports of falling leaves, the arrival of Snow Buntings, and more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 28, 2025, phenologist John Latimer covers the disappearance of his local chipmunk and the fast growth of aspen suckers.
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This month's conversation with retired wildlife biologist Pam Perry touched on robins, eagles, thrushes and migrating birds.
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In this episode, co-hosts Heidi Holtan and Charlie Mitchell discuss Barred Owls, yellow trees, and listen to reports from John Latimer and Rockford Middle School.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 21, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers a vibrant year for aspens, describes downy arrowwood, and flocks of blackbirds.
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During the week of Oct. 21, 2025, we enjoy reports of hooting Barred Owls, snoozy bears and star-struck stadium bugs. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
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In this episode, co-hosts Charlie and Heidi introduce the podcast, get tricked by Blue Jays, and listen to clips from John Latimer and the Phenology Show, Pam Perry’s interview on Oct. 14, and student phenologists from Cherry School.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 14, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer explores the North Shore near Grand Marais.
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During the week of Oct. 14, 2025, we enjoy reports of the first frost, migrating monarchs, and milkweed pods opening. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.