The Heuristics Corner

On this episode, Matt talks with Filip Tkaczyk of the Raven's Roots Naturalist school about how we as naturalists can make our practice more relational. We might say that the relational approach means being able to step back and appreciate the connections between species and within natural communities. This is a great skill/mindset for broadening our awareness and deepening our understanding and our relationship with the natural world. Enjoy!   Filip on Instagram: @naturalist_immersion_course Raven's Roots Naturalist School: https://ravensroots.org/ Barry Lopez article: https://granta.com/invitation/ Intro music "Special Place" by Jazzdrip. With Permission. email: [email protected] website: www.learning-nature.com/naturalistics Find us on Instagram: @naturalisticspod

On this episode, Matt and Stefan discuss the benefits of using and understanding heuristics as a naturalist. Recorded in the middle of hurricane Lee in September 2023! Stories of crabbing, birding and tracking from Stefan's recent adventures found herein, as well.   Intro music "Special Place" by Jazzdrip. With Permission. email: [email protected] website: www.learning-nature.com/naturalistics Find us on Instagram: @naturalisticspod

On this episode, Sophie and Matt discuss the Specialist Track and Sign Evaluation conducted by Tracker Certifiction North America in New England 2023. Overall impressions and takeaways, as well as specific questions are discussed. Whether you are new to tracking or a seasoned vet there is always something new to learn on one of these evaluations.   Intro music "Special Place" by Jazzdrip. With Permission.

This month on the podcast we discuss how we use awareness as naturalists. Also, we present some fun simple exercises you can use to expand your awareness. Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]

This episode we talk with Dan Gardoqui or the Lead with Nature Podcast. Dan is a skilled naturalist whose passions include birding, tracking and hunting. Stories of Dan's unique perspective on engaging with the natural world within! Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]

This time on the podcast we discuss ways for naturalists to navigate times when we must turn our practice inside or close to home. Nature is never canceled and there is always something cool to find! Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]  

Stefan and Matt discuss how tinkering with archeology can help us become better naturalists. Lots of discussions of flintknapping and friction fire within. Junco article: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/10/science/birds-smell-bacteria.html Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]

This episode we interview Logan Parker of the Maine Nightjar Project. Logan expounds on the many delightful aspects of his favorite birds, the nightjars. Lots of amazing naturalist stories and perspective found within! Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected] Logan's website: www.hereinthewild.com Maine Nightjar Project: https://www.mainenightjar.com/ Maine breeding bird atlas: https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fish-wildlife/maine-bird-atlas/index.html

In this episode, Stefan and Matt take a broad look at the process of learning about the world of plants as a naturalist. Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]

Sophie, Stefan and Matt break down the naturalist process. How can we expand our awareness? How does intuition and empiricism play a role? Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/Naturalistics website: https://naturalisticspod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/Naturalistics_ email: [email protected]