The Nature Wanderer

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am at Knox Farm State Park talking about the connection between nature and art. Post your nature art on social media with the hashtag #naturewandererart. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episodes. Nature Journals and...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Happy Groundhog Day! Did the groundhog see its shadow? How accurate are the weather predictions from this rodent? Learn all about the whistle pig and their history of predicting the weather in this fun filled episode.  Video of a groundhog whistling The Official Groundhog Day Website Fun facts about groundhogs Nature Journals and other books by The Natu...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. I am constantly talking about how I use scientific studies in my research for episodes. I decided this week to refresh everyone's memory from back when we all learned about the scientific process in school. After all, science is real. snopes.com - Fact checking Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paul...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. I decided this week to brave the cold temperatures and head out on the trails to a nature preserve on the edge of Buffalo, NY. The Tift Nature preserve is a gem in an urban environment. Join me as I discover birds, hawks, beaver signs, deer and much more in a place that most people don’t think of as having much nature. Tift Nature Preserve Finding natur...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I explore the fascinating world of the snow bunting. This medium sized songbird has adapted to live in some of the harshest regions of the world. Learn how as we wander with this arctic survivor. Planting Trees Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a mes...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Welcome to the new year.  Time for setting some new goals for the year ahead. Be certain that you include the environment and getting out in nature as part of your goal setting this year. Listen as I guide you through some good practices to help nature and yourself. The Nature Wanderer Challenge Buffalo Orienteering Club 52 Hike Challenge WNY Hiking Cha...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I talk about an arctic nomad. The snowy owl is a fascinating raptor. Enjoy learning about this beautiful bird. Live webcam of Santa’s home. Video of snowy owl hunting Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future epis...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I talk about Santa’s reindeer and their non-magical relatives.  Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episodes. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehr...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I talk about how to have an environmental Christmas. We generate a lot of waste during the holidays. Learn how to cut back on the waste. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episodes. Nature Journals and othe...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I wander in the reclusive places of our homes in search of the common house spider. I’ll explain where the term cobweb came from and you may even catch me singing the attercop song (Not really). Come along with me for this interesting episode all about house spiders. LOTR Attercop song lyrics Time lapse spider spinning web Another v...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Join me this week as I wander in the studio, listening to the bird calls and songs. Learn how and why birds make their enchanting melodies. We’ll learn all about the difference between bird calls and songs. And what is that “chit” all about?  Cornell bird call resources Video of birds imitating other sounds Nature Journals and other books by The Nature...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This Week I take you into nature to take some great photos. If you have ever wondered why your photos never look like the subject that you saw, it probably not the camera, but the technique you used to take the photo. I’ll give you some pointers to make your photos great. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This Sunday, November 17th is National Take-A-Hike Day. Join me out on the trail for our first episode of Season 3 for a conversation (one sided) about why you should stay active, even in the winter months. CDC Info on health and exercise Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send m...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am bringing back an oldie. As the weather starts to get colder I always like to remind you about how to stay safe while hiking in the colder weather. I decided that last years Winter Hiking Safety covered everything that I wanted to cover this year, so I just resurrected the episode. Enjoy and keep safe on the trails. Nature Journals and other b...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Happy Halloween! In the spooky spirit of Halloween I decided to talk about haunted forests around the world. I include a few forests in the US, but many are found in other countries. Join me as we head out into the spooky world of the supernatural. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Ple...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am taking an autumn walk at Chestnut Ridge Park. Join me as I discuss how the leaves turn colors and how wildlife prepares for the cold winter ahead. Why do leaves change colors? Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episo...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day with some Native American stories. Join me for these fun and interesting stories of nature. A great resource for Native American stories and legends Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for futu...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. I’m excited about this week’s episode as we reached our 100th episode of the podcast This is a great milestone to reach. I decided that I would spend this episode just rambling about where all this wandering started. So sit back and enjoy listening to me ramble in the woods today. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.am...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am discussing migration and how a variety of animals navigate as well as why they migrate. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future episodes. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/a...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. Today I am exploring the “toe biters”. If you’ve ever been in a pond and had a stinging bite on your toe, then you know all about the toe biters. Join me this week at Bird Song Nature Park in Orchard Park, NY for an exciting adventure in nature. Picture of a giant water bug with eggs on the back . Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer a...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This week I would like to take you on a wandering to The Eternal Flame. This hidden gem in Western NY is a popular place for visitors as it blends fire with water. Join me on this adventure. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you have topic ideas for future e...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This week I would like to introduce you to a very common invasive species in the North Eastern US. Although it is known by many names, I have always called it garlic mustard. Join me as we explore this interesting plant. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/paulfehringer Please send me a message if you...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This week we are headed back in time to when railroads were the main way for people and goods to travel. As railroads were abandoned when due to the introduction of the automobile, many of these trails were turned into rail trails or rails-to-trails. Join me as I walk along the ECRT trail in Erie County, NY and learn about the rail-trail system.  Rail T...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This week I am exploring how the common loon is affected by the black flies during nesting season. Is it a problem for this charismatic bird? Is it affecting their nesting patterns or population? Find out the answers to these questions and much more during this episode. Video of loon taking off in the water. Black flies on loon (trigger warning - it is...

Thanks for wandering through nature with me. This week I am exploring facts about those noisy hot bugs. Better known as Cicadas. Why dose have some years that they are extremely noisy? What are those alien sheds on the tress? How do they make that loud noise? Come along as I answer these questions and more. Nature Journals and other books by The Nature Wanderer at… https://www.amazon.com/author/pa...