Kirsten Hines on Exploring Wild Florida

In this episode of Between the Covers, host Anne Bocock sits down with conservationist, writer, and award-winning photographer Kirsten Hines to explore her newest book, Wild Florida: An Animal Odyssey.

Kirsten shares her journey from working as a wildlife biologist to becoming a storyteller who uses photography and essays to connect readers with Florida’s most extraordinary species and habitats. She reveals how Wild Florida came to life through years of research, travel, and up-close encounters—including a bear warning and an unforgettable stare-down with a gray fox in the middle of Miami.

Whether you're a nature lover, conservation advocate, or simply curious about the unseen wild around you, this episode is packed with insights on biodiversity, climate impact, and the small changes individuals can make to support native wildlife.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The story behind Wild Florida and its 200+ photographs

• How Florida’s ecosystems are changing—and what it means for us

• Ways to make a real difference with native planting and habitat corridors

• Personal tales from the field: gray foxes, panthers, bears & beyond