Northwest Nature Matters
Science
What does on-the-ground conservation look like and who makes it happen? Hosted by wildlife biologist Monty Gregg, this podcast connects you with wildlife and habitat experts through long-form discussion about natural history and conservation. Join Monty as he explores conservation challenges and solutions across the Pacific Northwest. Monty is the Forest Wildlife Biologist for the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland in Oregon. He has emerged as a national leader in organizing and implementing complex habitat restoration efforts benefitting locally and regionally important fish and wildlife species. This podcast is produced by the Oregon Wildlife Foundation, with additional support from the Oregon Chapter of The Wildlife Society.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Science
Description:
What does on-the-ground conservation look like and who makes it happen? Hosted by wildlife biologist Monty Gregg, this podcast connects you with wildlife and habitat experts through long-form discussion about natural history and conservation. Join Monty as he explores conservation challenges and solutions across the Pacific Northwest. Monty is the Forest Wildlife Biologist for the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland in Oregon. He has emerged as a national leader in organizing and implementing complex habitat restoration efforts benefitting locally and regionally important fish and wildlife species. This podcast is produced by the Oregon Wildlife Foundation, with additional support from the Oregon Chapter of The Wildlife Society.
Language:
English
Episodes
Our Partners in Conservation: SageCon
5/1/2024
Monty sits down to speak with Rachel Davee, Parternship Coordinator for SageCon.
Duration:00:46:31
Environmental Storytelling with Reel Earth Films
4/15/2024
This week, Monty and Jess speak with Alan Lacy, Founder and Chief Filmmaker of Reel Earth Films. His short film The Lone Wolverine of the Wallowas will be premiering at the Portland Eco Film Festival at the Hollywood Theater on May 3, 2024. Tickets are available online.
Duration:00:58:38
Our Partners in Conservation: Back Country Hunters & Anglers
4/1/2024
Monty and Jess sit down with Ian Isaacson, Oregon Chapter President of Back Country Hunters & Anglers.
Duration:00:56:38
Our Partners in Conservation: Oregon Hunters Association
3/16/2024
Starting off a new series, Monty and Jess speak with Conservation Director Mike Totey and Conservation Coordinator Tyler Dungannon of Oregon Hunter's Association.
Duration:00:56:33
A Day in the Life of a Tribal Biologist
3/1/2024
Monty and Jess sit down with Austin Smith, Tribal Wildlife Biologist with the Confederated Tribe of Warm Springs.
Duration:01:14:59
Field Skills for Biologists (Part 2/2)
2/15/2024
Monty and Jess continue their conversation with Carmen Vanbianchi and Anna Machowicz, co-founders of Home Range Wildlife Research. As a nonprofit, Home Range conducts independent and collaborative wildlife research around the Methow Valley in Washington, offering learning opportunities for budding biologists to develop practical field skills that aren’t taught in classrooms.
Duration:00:32:45
Field Skills for Biologists (Part 1/2)
2/1/2024
This month, Monty and Jess sit down with Carmen Vanbianchi and Anna Machowicz, co-founders of Home Range Wildlife Research. As a nonprofit, Home Range conducts independent and collaborative wildlife research around the Methow Valley in Washington, offering learning opportunities for budding biologists to develop practical field skills that aren’t taught in classrooms.
Duration:00:50:46
Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 3/3)
1/15/2024
In the final installment of our three part series, Bill Richardson sits down with Monty and Jess to discuss the ways in which Blue Mountain Elk Initiative has adapted over time, and what examples BMEI can set for conservation partners in the Northwest and beyond.
Duration:00:59:45
Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 2/3)
1/1/2024
In part 2 of our series exploring the Blue Mountain Elk Initiative, Jon Paustian joins Monty and Jess to talk about the importance of connecting summer and winter range habitats, and the various obstacles that come along with that.
Duration:00:50:00
Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 1/3)
12/15/2023
Kicking off the first episode of a new three part series, Mark Henjum returns to the NWNM podcast to talk about the Blue Mountain Elk Initiative.
Duration:00:55:05
Canada Lynx
12/1/2023
This month, Monty and Jess talk all things Canada lynx with Andrea Lyons, Wildlife Ecologist and Director of the Terrestrial Ecology Program for the Washington Conservation Science Institute.
Duration:01:02:23
Mule Deer in the Northwest
11/15/2023
Monty and Jess welcome Corey Heath back to the podcast, this time to talk about mule deer. Learn all about the iconic Oregon species, from their habitat and biology to environmental threats and future management.
Duration:01:13:04
Wolverines in Washington
11/1/2023
Monty and Jess welcome John Rohrer back to the podcast, this time to speak on his experiences researching wolverines in the North Cascades of Washington.
Duration:01:21:34
Upland Game Birds (part 2)
10/15/2023
Finishing up the two part series on Upland Game Birds, Monty and Jess speak with Sarah Garrison, the Small Game Program Manager for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Duration:01:14:23
Upland Game Birds (part 1)
10/1/2023
In the first of a two part series, Monty and Jess speak with Mikal Cline, Upland Game Bird Program Manager for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Duration:01:15:34
High Desert Museum
9/15/2023
This week, Monty and Jess speak with Jon Nelson, Wildlife Coordinator of the High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon. Ran by a large group of dedicated staff and volunteers, visitors can learn about regional wildlife, history, art, natural resources, and cultural heritage of North America’s high desert country. Listen as Jon discusses what makes the museum so special, as well as his personal experience caring for its resident animals, which can’t be released into the wild.
Duration:00:40:59
Deschutes Land Trust
9/1/2023
Kicking off September, Monty and Jess speak with Natasha Bellis, Conservation Director of the Deschutes Land Trust. Natasha discusses the weight of responsibility that comes with stewarding land in perpetuity, and the importance of community engagement for long term conservation success.
Duration:00:56:12
Northwest Bat Hub
8/15/2023
This month, Monty and Jess learn all about bats! Bat Biologist Nadja Schmidt and Northwest Bat Hub Coordinator Beth Ward speak on the Hub’s monitoring initiatives, priorities, and partnerships.
Duration:01:12:05
Mountain Goats
8/1/2023
Monty is joined by Deschutes Watershed Manager and mountain goat expert, Corey Heath, who talks about the history of the species within the region.
Duration:00:51:20
Non-motorized Trail Use: Managing Trail Systems (part 3)
7/15/2023
On the third and final installment of the non-motorized trail series, Monty sits down with District Wildlife Biologist Brock McCormick to discuss the issue from a land management perspective. Learn how trails are planned, implemented, and managed in the Deschutes National Forest.
Duration:00:50:50