Episodes

  • Episode 73 - American Pine Marten: The Villain in Velvet
    Nov 23 2023

    The beautiful pine marten is a rarely seen member of the weasel family with a sable-like coat of fur. People have treasured this elusive furbearer for thousands of years. Come along with marten enthusiast, Heather Fraley, and learn all about this "villain in velvet!"

    And stay tuned until the end for an important announcement!

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    14 mins
  • Episode 72 - Montana’s Little Brown Bat!
    Nov 9 2023

    The little brown bat faces a lot of challenges, including some negative public attitudes towards bats, and a disease known as white nose fungus. Join us today along with FVCC student, Annabella Amsweller, to learn all about Montana’s most common bat!

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    11 mins
  • Episode 71 - Attack of the Beavers!
    Oct 26 2023

    The beaver is an important part of the stream ecosystem.  Beavers are known for slapping their flat tail to warn colony members. They sure are cute, but they are one of most common species in damage complaints. Come along today to learn all about North America’s largest rodent!

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    11 mins
  • Episode 70 - The Volcano in Yellowstone
    Oct 13 2023

    The Yellowstone super-volcano is one of our planet's restless giants. Could it erupt in our lifetimes? Come along with FVCC Professor and geothermal expert, Adam Wenz, as we learn all about this little-known Yellowstone volcano.

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    12 mins
  • Episode 69 - Jewel Above the Flathead: Lone Pine State Park
    Sep 29 2023

    Lone Pine State Park, one of our most popular, is truly a jewel in the hills above the Flathead. Join long time Parks Manager, Brian Schwartz, as we learn about this incredible park, and maybe uncover a few of its secrets too!


    The song that plays in the background from 8:22 to 10:22 is a portion of Woods by Hawkin.

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    11 mins
  • Episode 68 - "Ask a Game Warden" with Ben Chappelow
    Sep 14 2023

    Have you ever had a question for a game warden but were afraid to ask? Join us on the show as the singing game warden, Ben Chappelow, tells us about grouse hunting, bear safety, and what it’s like to patrol the back country!

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    12 mins
  • Episode 67 - All About Montana Fish With Wade Fredenberg
    Aug 31 2023

    Join Wade Fredenberg and John Fraley as they talk about fun aspects of fish, and a great place to take a kid fishing in Montana.

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    12 mins
  • Episode 66 - Crazy Fish Names: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
    Aug 11 2023

    Join us today as fisheries biologist, Wade Fredenberg, talks about crazy fish names, what they mean, their origins, and the crazy fish that go with them.

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    12 mins