From The Forest

Forest Bird Species with Audubon NY

Recording of Audubon NY's Suzanne Treyger's presentation @ the 2017 Forest Festival on how to improve habitat for forest birds.

Why Are Oaks Disappearing With Ryan McEwan

University of Dayton's--Ryan McEwan--discusses why oak trees are disappearing from the eastern forest. Ryan is an Associate Professor of Ecology.

Catskill Forest Owner Frank Winkler

Guest speaker--Frank Winkler--discusses being a Forest Owner in these Catskill Mountains. Frank is a Board Member of both the Catskill Forest Association, NY Forest Owners Association, Council of Forest Resource Organizations, & the Watershed Agricultural Council's Forestry Program. He was born & raised on a dairy farm in Andes, Delaware County & currently resides on this same property today.

My First Tree Book, Sweet Sap By Gary Mead

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--discusses his new childrens' book: "My First Tree Book, Sweet Sap."

Author: CFA Staff

Blueberries & Blackcaps

Ryan & John discuss the two highly edible symbols of summer--blueberries & blackcaps.

Enhancing Wildlife For Catskills Populations With Northern Woodlands

Interview with the Center for Northern Woodlands Education's Executive Director (Elise Tillinghast) & Assistant Director (Dan Lambert) about their organization & Catskills wildlife.

Defining Rural With Hoppy Quick

Catskill Mountain Woodsman--Hoppy Quick--defines "rural" in the Catskill Mountains. Hoppy tells about the struggles of growing a rural business in a changing culture.

Nuisance Wildlife & Wildlife Stories

Guest speaker & Catskill Forest Association Board President--Mike Porter-- discusses nuisance wildlife among other interesting wildlife stories.

Taxing The Forest

Discussion about the impacts of property taxes on forest land in the US & Catskill Mountains

Forest Tools, History & More With Bob Conyea

Ashokan Turf & Timber's--Bob Conyea--discusses chainsaws (past, present & future) & more.

How To Grow & Maintan Oak Forests & Why We Should Care with PSU's Kim Steiner

Pennsylvania State University's Professor of Forest Biology--Kim Steiner--discusses how to preserve oak forests & their importance.

Global Change Impacts On Eastern Forests With PSU\'s Marc Abrams

Pennsylvania State University Professor of Forest Ecology & Physiology--Marc Abrams--discusses some the "big changes" going on in the eastern forests both historically and currently.

Turkeys & Turkey Hunting

Co-host John MacNaught discusses his knowledge & experience with turkeys & turkey hunting.

Climate & Forests With Harvard Forest\'s Neil Pederson

Harvard Forest's--Neil Pederson--discusses how climate impacts forests; both in the past & going forward.

A Forest Rivalry Catskills VS New England With Collin Miller

Forester Collin Miller compares the differences & similarities of the Catskills forests to that of New England.

Signs Of Spring With Gary Mead

Every 3rd Wednesday Sawmill owner--Gary Mead--makes an appearance on FROM THE FOREST. On this show, Gary discusses indicators of spring in the forest.

Defining Forest Health

What is a "healthy" forest anyway? We'll try to define this extremely broad concept.

Venison Donation Coalition With Greg First

Discussion with Greg First from the Venison Donation Coalition.

Trout Fishing With Judd Weisberg

Trout Fishing Extraordinaire & Guide--Judd Weisberg--discusses all things trout-related.

Coyotes

Discussion about one of the forest's most abundant, yet elusive predators--coyotes.

Maple Sugaring With Mike Porter

CFA President--Mike Porter--discusses his maple sugaring operation in Margaretville. We've had Mike on before, but he's always worth another listen on maple sugaring.

Maple Sugaring With Bob Hubbell--Part 1 (last 10 minutes)

Seasoned Maple Veteran--Bob Hubbell--discusses maple sugaring in these Catskill Mountains. Fast-forward to last 10 minutes

Quality Deer Management w/ Charlie Fiscella--Part 2

Former Hudson Valley President of the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) discusses his organization & what makes for a healthy deer herd, better habitat, and happier hunter experience.

Quality Deer Management w/ Charlie Fiscella--Part 1

Former Hudson Valley President of the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) discusses his organization & what makes for a healthy deer herd, better habitat, and happier hunter experience.

The Sassafras Tree

Discussion about this small, but unique tree.

Blueberries & Blackcaps

Discussion about blueberries & blackberries, where they might be found, their importance, & how they can be managed for.

Riparian Forests

Discussion about riparian forests or forests located near & significant to streams or bodies of water.

Alternative Energy

A discussion about "alternative energy" & how forests fit into the mix.

Kiln Drying Wood With Gary Mead

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--discusses how he kiln dries different species of wood

Serviceberry

Discussion of the Serviceberry tree (Amelanchier spp.)

Hazardous Trees

When the wind blows, maybe that tree near the house is "hazardous." Maybe not. We'll discuss what makes a tree "hazardous."

Four Day Hike Thru The Catskills

From the Forest Co-Host--Ryan Trapani--discusses his 4-Day hike through the Catskill Mountains.

Tentrr--A Better Way To Camp

Founder & CEO of TENTRR--Michael D'Agostino--describes how his new business venture provides "a better way to camp" & potentially a source of income for forest landowners throughout the Catskills & beyond.

A History Of Catskill Logging With John Hoeko

John Hoeko describes some of the local logging legends of the Catskill Mountains

Catskill Native Nursery

Catskill Native Nursery's Francis Groeters discusses being a nurseryman as well as caring for plants & trees.

Highgrading The Forest

Conversation about one of the most commonly found forest practices in the Catskills--"Highgrading." It's not as good as it might sound.

Hunting & Fishing With Cody & Tami

Mother & son talk about their hunting & fishing experiences together.

Black Bears

Conversation about one the Catskill Mountains' most famous forested character--the black bear.

Winter Mast For Wildlife & More

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead-discusses how wildlife cope with winter & more.

Forest Food Plots

Discussion about how you can make your forest more "fruitful" for wildlife.

Catskill Trees With Gary Mead Balsam Fir

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--discusses the balsam fir tree.

Catskill Trees With Gary Mead Tulip Poplar

Catskill Trees With Gary Mead Butternut

Forest Tools & More With Bob Conyea

Bob Conyea--from Ashokan Turf & Timber--discusses forest tools (mainly chainsaws) from the past to present.

Arboriculture With Charlie Blume

Local Arborist Charlie Blume discusses tree work & more.

Catskills Trees With Gary Mead - Trees In Review

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--reviews a list of commonly found Catskill trees.

Tree Juice With Jake Fairbairn

Tree Juice's Jake Fairbairn discusses his maple sugaring operation located near Rider Hollow, Catskill Mountains.

Catskill Trees With Gary Mead Sycamore

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--discusses the sycamore tree.

Catskill Trees With Gary Mead Poplar Or Aspen

Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill Owner--Gary Mead--discusses the poplar or aspen tree.

The Changing Face Of Maple Sugaring

Catskill Forest Association's President--Mike Porter-- & Jody Condon (Millbrook Maple) discuss how climate & weather has influenced maple sugaring