The Backyard Naturalists

By Debbie Foster and Laurie Horne

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Embark on a magical adventure into the wonders of your backyard with 'The Backyard Naturalists' podcast. Whether you're a curious nature lover or a seasoned enthusiast, our show is your ticket to discovering the enchanting world of your own outdoor space. Join us on a journey of discovery as we celebrate the beauty of your backyard and explore a wide range of fascinating topics. Learn how to transform your little piece of nature into a haven for local wildlife, and discover the joy of citizen science by participating in events like the Great Backyard Bird Count. We'll guide you in creating a thriving ecosystem right at home by using native plants. Discover which fascinating creatures share your area, and learn how to attract specific bird species to your garden. We'll also delve into the world of raptors, both common and rare, that inhabit the Greater Charlotte region, and witness the mesmerizing spectacle of spring and fall bird migrations. But that's not all! We'll also introduce you to the magical world of plants that attract butterflies and so much more. Join us in unlocking the hidden treasures within your very own backyard and nurturing a deeper connection with the natural world.

Episode Date
The Dirty Dozen & Clean 15 — What's Really on Your Produce?
Dec 20, 2025
Quiet Invasives — Why Invasive Plants Spread, and What You Can Do About It
Dec 13, 2025
Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees — Which Is Better for You and the Environment?
Dec 06, 2025
Encore Episode: Animal Adaptations with Wildlife Expert Stan Tekiela
Nov 22, 2025
What Do I Do If I Find…? Wildlife Rehab Q&A with Ruby Davis
Nov 15, 2025
Encore: The Spotted Lanternfly with Dr. Kelly Oten
Nov 08, 2025
Troubleshooting Bird Feeding — Solving Common Backyard Challenges
Nov 01, 2025
🎃 Encore Episode: We're Talkin' About Pumpkins
Oct 25, 2025
🐺🦌🐞🕷️ Updates on Various: Revisiting Red Wolves, Chronic Wasting Disease, Spotted Lanternflies, and Joro Spiders
Oct 18, 2025
Fall in Your Habitat: Simple Seasonal Swaps That Make a Big Difference
Oct 11, 2025
Wings in the Backyard: Butterfly Gardening with Pamela Grundy
Oct 04, 2025
Season 5 Kickoff: Celebrating 4 Years of Nature, Curiosity & Community
Sep 27, 2025
Joro Spiders: Beautiful, Bizarre, and in Your Backyard"
Sep 20, 2025
North Carolina Conservation Network with Kristen Rhodes
Sep 13, 2025
Lighting Up the Night with Fireflies
Sep 06, 2025
Bizarre Animal Behaviors – Nature Gets Weird!
Aug 30, 2025
🌿 Summer in Your Habitat
Aug 23, 2025
iNaturalist – Connecting People, Nature, and Science
Aug 16, 2025
More Random Wanderings and Wonderings
Aug 09, 2025
The Plant That Ate the World: All About Japanese Knotweed
Aug 02, 2025
Fantastic Foxes: Rehab and Real Talk with Elizabeth Negron
Jul 26, 2025
Encore Episode: Bye-Bye, Seed Bandits! Meet the Squirrel Buster
Jul 19, 2025
Encore: Skunks, Sass, and Surprises with Ruby Davis
Jul 12, 2025
Encore: Host Plants, Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Butterflies
Jul 05, 2025
Snake Deterrents: What Works, What Doesn't
Jun 28, 2025
Catching Up – Monarchs, Lanternflies, and Zombie Deer? Oh My!
Jun 21, 2025
🎧 Frogs, Toads & Backyard Choruses
Jun 14, 2025
🐍 Snakes, Safety, and a Python Named Norm
Jun 07, 2025
Saturday Mornings at the Market: A Visit to Matthews Farmers Market
May 31, 2025
Tiny Habitats for your Backyard
May 24, 2025
🐦 Backyard Dreams, Blunders & Big Ideas
May 17, 2025
🦋 Host Plants: Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Butterflies
May 10, 2025
Build It and They Will Come: Certify Your Wildlife Habitat!
May 03, 2025
Recycle Right: A Conversation with Mecklenburg County Solid Waste
Apr 26, 2025
Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet
Apr 19, 2025
Native Plants vs. Cultivars—What's the Buzz?
Apr 12, 2025
Eco-Friendly Fixes for Springtime Yard Woes
Apr 12, 2025
Battling Aquatic Invaders – How You Can Help
Apr 05, 2025
Saving the Monarchs – What You Can Do to Help
Mar 29, 2025
Spring Cleaning for a Wildlife-Friendly Yard
Mar 21, 2025
After the Storm: Hurricane Helene's Impact on NC's Waters
Mar 15, 2025
Nature Fact or Fiction? Test Your Wild Knowledge!
Mar 08, 2025
From Alpacas to Agritourism: The Magic of Apple Hill Farm
Mar 01, 2025
Healing Wildlife: The Mission of NC Wildlife Rehab with Ruby Davis
Feb 22, 2025
Growing a Greener Future: How Trees Charlotte is Shaping the Urban Canopy
Feb 15, 2025
The Dirty Truth About Toilet Paper: Sustainability, Forests, and Your Choices
Feb 08, 2025
Birds, Binoculars, and Big Data: Get Ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count!
Feb 01, 2025
Forest Bathing: Nature's Prescription for Mind, Body, and Soul
Jan 25, 2025
A Different Buzz on Honeybees
Jan 18, 2025
Moon Gardens
Jan 11, 2025
Endangered Species in North Carolina
Jan 04, 2025
Holiday Memories and Traditions
Dec 21, 2024
Eco-Friendly Holidays: Food, Decorations, and Gifts
Dec 14, 2024
Saving Species: Insights into the Endangered Species Process with Sara Schweitzer
Dec 07, 2024
Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees: Which is Better for the Planet?
Nov 30, 2024
Amazing Animal Adaptations with Stan Tekiela
Nov 23, 2024
Turning Your Backyard into a Food Forest with Dr. Jason Crean
Nov 16, 2024
Life on the Last Frontier - Laurie's Alaskan Homestead Childhood
Nov 09, 2024
Plant ID Made Easy: Exploring the Best Apps for Nature Lovers
Nov 02, 2024
Fun and Festive Fall Flowers
Oct 26, 2024
Leave the Leaves: A Simple Way to Support Wildlife with David Mizejewski
Oct 19, 2024
How Leaves Change Their Colors
Oct 12, 2024
Kicking Off Our FOURTH Season of all Things Connected with Nature ! ! !
Oct 05, 2024
Benefits of Trees
Sep 28, 2024
Celebrating Success: Engaging Non-Nature Lovers in the Great Outdoors
Sep 21, 2024
Embracing Fall: Nature Activities and Wildlife Tips for the Season
Sep 14, 2024
From Farm to Skin: The Natural Healing Journey of Barn and Bee Botanicals
Sep 07, 2024
Enhance Your Natural Life: Mosquito Deterrents, Bird Care Essentials, and More!
Aug 31, 2024
Battling Squirrels: Tips and Tricks to Protect Your Bird Feeders
Aug 24, 2024
Benefits of Being in Nature
Aug 17, 2024
State Birds with Nick
Aug 10, 2024
Mastering Mosquito Control: Eco-Friendly Solutions for Your Backyard
Aug 03, 2024
Shedding Light on Light Pollution: An Evening with Christopher Page
Jul 27, 2024
Tick Talk: Protecting Yourself from Tick-Borne Illnesses
Jul 20, 2024
Nature Education for All: An Interview with Brittany Smith of Flora and Fauna Festivities
Jul 13, 2024
A Day at the Market: Exploring Matthews Community Farmer's Market
Jul 06, 2024
Unintended Travelers: The Story of Invasive Species, Part 2
Jun 29, 2024
Unintended Travelers: The Story of Invasive Species, Part 1
Jun 22, 2024
Discovering Nature with Essential Apps: Audubon, iNaturalist, and Merlin
Jun 15, 2024
From Hesitation to Celebration: The Unlikely Rise of The Backyard Naturalists
Jun 08, 2024
Invasive Reptiles in North Carolina: Expert Insights with Jay Bell
Jun 01, 2024
Bat House Basics: Eco-Friendly Mosquito Control
May 25, 2024
Owl Adventures: Boosting Your Backyard with Barred Owl Boxes!
May 18, 2024
Cicada Symphony: Exploring Nature's Noisy Invasion
May 11, 2024
Unraveling Bird Myths: Debunking 'Bird Brain,' Baby Birds, and Monogamy
May 04, 2024
Bird Feeding 2.0: Elevating Your Backyard Aviary
Apr 27, 2024
Reviving the Skies: The California Condor Conservation Journey
Apr 20, 2024
Planet versus Plastics: Earth Day 2024 Special
Apr 13, 2024
Restoring Nature's Balance: A Conversation with Shubber Ali, CEO of Garden for Wildlife
Apr 06, 2024
Spring 2024 Plant Sales
Mar 30, 2024
Flight of Wonders: Exploring the World of Hummingbirds
Mar 23, 2024
Squirrel Wars: Keeping Bushy-Tailed Bandits Away from Bird Feeders
Mar 16, 2024
Cicadas Unleashed: A Symphony of Wings
Mar 09, 2024
Nighttime Symphony: Identifying the Nocturnal Calls of Nature
Mar 02, 2024
Exploring the World's Largest Snakes with Reptile Expert Jay Bell
Feb 24, 2024
Another Look at Birdfeeding 101
Feb 17, 2024
Do Animals Grieve? Exploring Emotions in the Wild
Feb 10, 2024
Rescuing the Deep: A Dive into Sea Turtle Conservation with Kathy Zagzebski
Feb 03, 2024
Nature's Tapestry Unveiled: The Intriguing Journey of Life's End in the Wild
Jan 27, 2024
Flight of the Ospreys: Dr. Rob Bierregaard Unveils Nature's Fish-Loving Aviators
Jan 20, 2024