Rob Zimmer

Outdoors with Rob Zimmer

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Outdoors expert Rob Zimmer takes your questions on all things outdoors.

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Rob Zimmer

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Monarchs, Warbler Spottings and Lake Flies 17.05.2019 35:20

Rob Zimmer talks all about the different things you'll find in the sky this time of year -- monarchs, lake flies and birds! He's also answering listener questions on ferns, a leftover poinsettia, and gives help to a listener dealing with invasive species in his yard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mother's Day memories, pelicans, and, local events 11.05.2019 36:51

Rob reads a lot of listener stories from Facebook about Mother's Day. The W.O.W. (wildlife of the week) = BobolinkThe top ten topic: ways to get mom outdoors this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rolling, Aerating, Hummingbirds, and, Orioles 04.05.2019 40:28

Rob has some tips on how to approach a bumpy yard. Plus, orioles are on the return. His top ten this episode: places in Northeast Wisconsin to see spring wild flowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wildflowers, Tree tips and Mother's Day Gift Ideas 03.05.2019 36:47

Rob Zimmer shares what he's been up to this week. We talk with Louie at the Brillion Nature Center about their wildflowers this spring. Rob answers a caller's question on pine needle scale. The to 10 list this week is the top 10 mother's day gift and garden ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dandelions, Sturgeon Spawning, and Rare Birds Return 26.04.2019 36:37

Rob Zimmer talks about the rare bids that have returned to Northeast Wisconsin. He also shares why dandelions are a wonderful treat and takes a call on the Master Gardener's upcoming plant sale on May 18. Rob also talks about this year's sturgeon spawning season, which went quick. The top 10 list this week is the top 10 spring wildflowers to spot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Earth Day, Warbler songs, and, Easter jokes 20.04.2019 37:54

Rob tries to make you laugh with some bunny jokes. Also, he plays several warbler songs. Top ten topic: Spring flowering shrubs to plant right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Easter Weekend Ideas, Frugal Gardening and a Bird Story 19.04.2019 36:47

Rob Zimmer is here to talk with you about all things outdoors! We take your calls on putting out the oriole and hummingbird feeders, how to care for mums, tulips and more. Rob also shares his top 10 list of ways to get outside this weekend, without doing yard work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Song birds, Sounds of the Spring, Courtesy at Nature Centers 13.04.2019 40:09

This week on "Outdoors with Rob Zimmer" we talked about song birds and take calls on what people are hearing in the outdoors! The top 10 for courtesy at nature centers and how to be respectful in the wild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bird Calls, the Sandhill Crane Count and Live Plants for Easter 12.04.2019 38:02

Rob Zimmer talks about his favorite bird calls to hear in April. We also talk about how to help our feathered friends during a late-spring snowfall. We take calls on house wren habitats, feeding robins, a flying squirrel spotting and Jan gives her "other side of the lake" update. Rob's top 10 list this week, are the top 10 LIVE plants to give for Easter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

DNR hearings, orioles, and, mulch 06.04.2019 39:11

April brings a lot of new birds. Master Gardner, Rob Zimmer, talks about them. He also discusses when to mulch. His top ten topic: Reasons to attend the spring DNR hearings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Severe Weather Week, Frog Calls and Pelicans return 05.04.2019 37:53

Rob Zimmer talks about all the different frogs that are making their voices heard this time of year. We also take calls on the upcoming Conservation Club meeting where you can voice your comments and concerns. We also learn about some pelican sightings in the Fox Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frog sounds, April natural wonders, and, local events 30.03.2019 38:28

It's that time of year: frogs! Hear several of them on this episode. The top ten topic: things to do in your garden in the month of April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Swans, Maple Syrup tapping and Spring Spottings 29.03.2019 38:28

Rob Zimmer answers listener calls on swan spottings, maple syrup tapping and the things you can look forward to in April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blue snow, migrations, and, garden challenges 23.03.2019 38:31

The geese and swans are back, in bulk. Also, Rob's garden challenges. HIs top ten topic: seed starting tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Migrating swans, and, moles vs. voles 16.03.2019 39:45

Among this week's topics: the perfect weather conditions for swans coming in to the area, and, the difference between a mole and a vole. His top ten list: places locally to see the migrating swans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monarchs, tundra swans, and deer 09.03.2019 27:01

Rob talks about when and where to find tundra swans; and why the next three weeks are his favorite. His top ten list topic: migrating birds you are sure to see soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring & International Women's Day 08.03.2019 33:46

This week's show includes honoring women on International Women's Day who helped others get into nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sounds of Spring, Snow & Invasive Species 02.03.2019 39:26

This week's show includes the sounds of spring with different bird calls, talked about the latest snow fall and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Invasive Species, Orchids and a chat with Ledge View Nature Center 01.03.2019 38:49

This week's show includes a chat with Ledge View Nature Center about their upcoming maple syrup programs. We also talk orchids and Rob Zimmer gives his list of the 10 worst invasive species in Wisconsin, including Canada thistle, Japanese Beetle, Phragmites, Garlic Mustard and Canary Reed Grass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Bye to Winter, March Wonders, Spring Migration 23.02.2019 40:33

Heirloom Tomatoes, Navigating State Parks and the Snow Moon 22.02.2019 38:06

On this week's show, Rob talks with the "tomato queen," Lou Visocky about heirloom tomatoes. We also talk about where Rob goes on his adventures and how you can get a state park pass. This week's top 10 list is the best heirloom tomatoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Signs of Spring, cardinal sightings, and local events 16.02.2019 32:52

Rob Zimmer takes calls about what you are seeing at your bird feeder, has fun with some bird sounds, and talks about local events happening soon. His top ten topic: Easiest trees and shrubs to identify in Winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backyard Bird Count and Woodland Dunes 15.02.2019 38:06

Rob Zimmer talks about how you can participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count! He also checks in with Jim with Woodland Dunes in Two Rivers, to hear about their bird numbers and a few upcoming events at the nature center. Rob's top 10 list is the most common birds you'll find during the great backyard bird count. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Valentines Day Plants, Sturgeon Facts and Birds 09.02.2019 38:24

Rob asks the listeners to call in with their favorite plants or flowers that are Valentine's Day themed. Rob also takes calls on how to make your own suet feeders. This week's top 10 list is Rob's 10 sturgeon facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Groundhog Day, Robins, and Milkweeds 02.02.2019 43:29

Rob Zimmer takes calls about February nature, has fun with Punxsutawney Phil, and talks about local events happening soon. His top ten list topic: milkweeds for monarchs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices