Three Rivers Land Trust Campfire Conversations
Good conversation centered around the natural world. Interviews with all manner of conservation professionals. Hot tips relevant to the conservation field both locally and globally. Topics include: Land protection • Land management • Habitat manipulation • Wildlife disease • Wildlife surveys • Wildlife research • Forestry and timber resources • Water quality and protection • Invasive species mitigation • Hunting, angling, and outdoor recreation as it relates to conservation • Hiking • Kayaking • Photography • Camping • Bushcraft and wilderness living • Connecting folks to the outdoors, particularly the next generation of conservationists
Episodes
190 episodes
Potential Plot Twist: Crafting a Buffet for your Forest Friends
On this episode Katie and Matt speak with Bob Westerfield, UGA Extension Specialist with the University of Georgia Horticulture Department. The conversation takes a deep dive on all things food plots, habitat management and hunting. We hope you...
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1:04:08
We have some BIG news...
On this episode of Campfire Conversations, we chat with one of our newest employees, Jessie Wilson. We discuss Jessie's role at TRLT and her background. We also recap our conservation success so far this year and surpassing the 50,000 ac...
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34:09
Eating Meat with the Doctor
On this episode of Campfire Conversations, we chat with special guest, Dr. Randall Williams of Meateater. We discuss Randall's role at Meateater, hunting access challenges, our Sportsman Access Program and more. Be sure to tune in and let us kn...
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Moto Camping with Ben Williams
On this episode of Campfire Conversations we chat with Ben Williams of Moto Camp Nerd. We explore what defines motorcycle camping, the similarities and differences of moto camping vs. traditional backpacking, and talk all things camping gear. B...
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Howl for Wildlife with John Stallone
On this episode we chat with John Stallone, lifelong hunter and Vice President of Howl for Wildlife, Inc. We discuss John's lengthy career in the outdoors, his current mission at Howl for Wildlife, and what you can do to help support the future...
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40:32
Fort York: A History
On this episode we’re joined by Lee Crook, Davidson County zoning administrator. Lee shares an extensive history of Fort York, one of North Carolina’s lesser-known but most significant historical sites, and explains why it’s important to protec...
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The Tale of the Big (Not-So-Bad) Red Wolf
On this episode, we speak with Chris Lasher, American Red Wolf SAFE Ex-situ Population Manager. Chris discusses his lifelong dream of being a zookeeper, what an apex predator is, the many ways in which red wolves are misunderstood, the American...
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New Employee Spotlight- Alexis Rowe
On this episode we sit down with one of TRLT's newest employees, Alexis Rowe. We discuss her current role at TRLT as the Development Associate for Local Business. She also shares stories about her previous career as a zookeeper, her passion for...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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38:01
Road Trips, Bears and Wildflowers
On this episode we’re joined by Joy Shuck, REI's Community and Mission Lead. Joy discusses cross-country road trips, REI’s long partnership with Three Rivers Land Trust, adventures visiting every state park in North Carolina, freaky encounters ...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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53:08
Bird is the Word with Curtis Smalling
On this episode, we sit down and chat with Curtis Smalling, Interim Executive Director and Director of Conservation at Audubon North Carolina. Curtis discusses his passion for birds and how he became a 'bird nerd' at a very young age. Add...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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59:31
Queen of the Longleaf
On this episode, we sit down with Sarah Crate, Outreach Communications Coordinator for the Longleaf Alliance. Sarah discusses her passion working to ensure the future of longleaf pines, tells us about their historical and modern significance, a...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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52:32
The Fantastic Four
On this episode, we chat with Julian Wilson of the North Carolina Plant Conservation program, who discusses her important work protecting North Carolina's rare plants in their natural habitat, her partnership with Three Rivers on the Eastwood C...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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38:22
Meet Pierce and Sarah
Emily is joined by Pierce Foster and Sarah Paynter, TRLT's newest employees! They discuss their background and current roles within TRLT, and also some exciting upcoming events in 2024. Tune in and let us know what you think!
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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25:24
Trail Talk with Don Childrey
Join Crystal, Emily and special guest Don Childrey on this episode of Campfire Conversations. Don is the author of the Uwharrie Lakes Region Trail Guide, and we were thrilled to have him on our podcast to share his knowledge of the Uwh...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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39:41
SAP Recap
Join Katie, Matt and Michael as they discuss all things SAP! This conversation around our Sportsman Access Program (SAP) covers everything from event recaps to season harvest statistics and beyond. The staff even breakdown some behind the scene...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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1:02:34
Habitat Management Christmas Wish Lists: Katie’s List versus Matt’s List
Listen to Katie and Matthew go through their Christmas wish list for habitat management tools. Katie’s list is geared toward the small landowner and at a small price. Katie shares her top 8 items that she thinks a landowner should have if they ...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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1:03:30
2023 Conservation Year In Review
Some of our conservation team sits down to reflect on the successes and challenges of the past year. Katie discusses the land management highlights, while Crystal and Emily cover the land protection topics. Tune in to find out what a great year...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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39:47
2024 Events with Michael Chupita
Join Crystal and Emily for an introduction to TRLT's newest employee, Michael Chupita! They also discuss end-of-the-year land protection closings and 2024 events,
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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27:40
Osprey Nesting Platforms and Other Bird Things with Jim Blythe
This week, Katie and Matt are joined by Jim Blythe, Three Rivers Land Trust member, and Osprey-nesting-platform architect! Their conversation flits through bird misconceptions and adaptions, what initially drew Jim to an interest in ornithology...
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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49:11
Chasin' Rabbits with Matthew Williams
This week, Will is joined by Matthew Williams, Stewardship Associate for Three Rivers Land Trust. They have a leisurely conversation about deer season, Matt's new dog, chasing rabbits, and famous films.This podcast is brought to you by ...
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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46:48
Native American Principles of Conservation with Tom Blue Wolf
This week, Will is joined by Tom Blue Wolf, a member of the Eastern Lower Muscogee Creek Nation and the Founder and Director of EarthKeepers & Company. Tom was born in Southern Alabama, raised and taught in the traditional ways by his Creek...
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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55:15
The Uwharrie Thru-Hike with Greg Boykin
This week, Will is joined by Greg Boykin, a 7-time Thru-Hiker with TRLT and owner of Greg Boykin Design, Inc. This conversation between Will, Greg, and Emily Callicutt, Senior Land Protection Specialist for Three Rivers Land Trust, focuses on t...
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Season 5
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Episode 26
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34:26
Bugs & Birds with Dr. Clyde Sorenson
This week, Will is joined by Dr. Clyde Sorenson, an Entomologist and Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology at NC State University. Dr. Sorenson's research not only focuses on the ...
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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52:08
Wildlife Conservation & Rehabilitation with Morgan Rafael
This week, Will is joined by Morgan Rafael, the Executive Director of the Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center in North Carolina. Their conversation explores Morgan's love and respect for wildlife, her journey through multiple conservation rol...
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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49:40
Take the Bait with Carter Ailsworth
This week, Will is joined by Carter Ailsworth, a guide for Holston River Fly Fishing. Carter guides float trips on the Smith River, the James, the New River, and many of the streams and creeks in southwest VA. In this conversation, they take a ...
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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48:59