Hemlocks to Hellbenders
Hemlocks to Hellbenders is an award-winnning podcast hosted by Christian Alexandersen highlighting Pennsylvania’s parks, forests and great outdoors.
Our episodes feature engaging conversations with park managers, forest rangers, scientists, educators, outdoor recreationalists, volunteers, officials and more that help you plan your next adventure in the Commonwealth's incredible parks and forests.
Podcasting since 2023 • 82 episodes
Hemlocks to Hellbenders
Latest Episodes
Little Pine State Park - Surrounded by mountains, filled with activities
If you’ve ever stood beside a cold mountain stream at first light — mist rising off the water, hemlocks towering overhead and the gentle sound of moving water— then you already understand the magic of Little Pine State Park.Tucked deep i...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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Washington Crossing Historic Park - Experience the American Revolution's boldest endeavor
It’s December 26th, 1776. Gen. George Washington has just successfully gotten 2,400 men from the Continental Army across the Delaware River from Pennsylvania into New Jersey. The first year of the American Revolution has been a diff...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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Trough Creek State Park – Where rugged cliffs, creeks and waterfalls shape a wild landscape
When I was on my journey of running one mile in all-then 121 Pennsylvania state parks in 2021, I took notes after every run. It was an effort to make sure I would remember my experiences. I’d take notes like, I spotted a fox here. Or I fell the...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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29:44
Pymatuning State Park - Explore the largest lake in Pennsylvania, where ducks walk on the backs of fish
Pymatuning State Park is big in every sense of the word. It is the largest state park in Pennsylvania. Its Pymatuning Reservoir is the largest lake in Pennsylvania. And it’s one of the most visited state parks with more than three and a half mi...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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54:42
Celebrating Pennsylvania's historic place in America's 250th birthday
The story of the United States of America cannot be told without Pennsylvania. Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia. The Liberty Bell. Benjamin Franklin. George Washington’s Crossing of the Delaware. The Battle of Br...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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