Minnesota Department of Natural Resources

Minnesota DNR Prairie Pod

Science EN ↓ 59 episodes

The Prairie Pod is dedicated to preserving and understanding one of the world's most endangered ecosystems, the tallgrass prairie. You'll hear discussions from a variety of experts about the complexity, challenges, and beauty of Minnesota's prairie landscape. Tune in for science, fun, and partnership.

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Episodes

Pheasants, Feathers and Guns 28.08.2018 50:22

This week, we'll talk pheasants, grassland birds and the fall hunting season.

What You Do Now, Matters Later (Establishment Phase Management) 21.08.2018 48:24

Today, we'll talk about the establishment phase of restoration with Area Wildlife Manager, Jeff Zajac. Visit mndnr.gov/prairiepod for the episode resource list and recommendations on prairies to visit.

Putting Prairie Back is Hard (Prairie in Nobles County) 14.08.2018 38:57

Today's podcast features a prairie in Nobles County and the challenges of restoring an entire section of land to prairie and wetland habitat.

What Goes in the Mix, Makes the Cake (Building a Seed Mix) 07.08.2018 50:51

Today we'll talk about one of our favorite subjects - building seed mixes. We'll explore how to evaluate your site, why diversity matters, seeds per square feet, and general guidelines for success. Visit mndnr.gov/prairiepod for episode notes and resources.

A Legacy of Conservation at Lac qui Parle 31.07.2018 49:22

Today's podcast features a special conservationist, Dave Trauba. Dave worked as the Lac qui Parle Wildlife Management Area manager for 24 years. For resources and more details related to today's episode, find us on the web at mndnr.gov/prairiepod

Where Can I get that Prairie Seed? (Seed Sourcing) 24.07.2018 51:22

We'll discuss sourcing seed for prairie restorations. Should you mix or match seed? How far is too far? And general guidelines for safe seed sourcing. For resources and more details related to today's episode, find us on the web at mndnr.gov/prairiepod

Walking into the Prairie (Walk-in Access Program) 17.07.2018 40:31

We'll cover the Walk-in Access Program, what it is, how it works, and how to hunt on these awesome private lands. For resources and more details related to today's episode, find us on the web at mndnr.gov/prairiepod

How to Grow a Prairie from Scratch (Restoration and Reconstruction) 09.07.2018 44:22

This is the inaugural episode for the DNR Prairie Podcast - Today's podcast is about our favorite subject, prairies and how to grow them from scratch. For resources and more details related to today's episode, find us on the web at mndnr.gov/prairiepod

Monarch migration and their grand trek from Minnesota to Mexico 1:40:18

Monarchs are often one of the first species we recognize and learn about in school. Can you remember having a Monarch in your classroom? Watching it pupate, form a chrysalis, and emerge? This can be a foundational introduction to nature where the complexity and beauty of it captivates us.