Living Downstream

The Art of Communication

Our beautiful watershed is a priceless commonality that brings us all together. So why is communicating about this treasure be so tricky? Exploring the art of communication with Dr. Jean Erickson, communication and career coach, educator, and public speaker.

”ManagingYour Personal Property With Good Ecology in Mind” - Episode 101

We speak with Matthew Hunter, Wildlife Ecologist, Field Naturalist and Guide, about best practices when managing your private property with good ecology in mind. How to identify and recognize the features of your property, unusual or interesting species, competing species, and how to make it all work well together.

”It’s a Water Catchment, not a Water Shed” - Episode 105

Cindy Haws, President of the Umpqua Natural Leadership Science Hub (UNLSH), explores the watershed as an imperative and irreplaceable water catchment system.

The Incredible Pacific Lamprey - Episode 104

Ralph Lampman and Dave'y Lumley of the Yakama Nation Fisheries Pacific Lamprey Project discuss the amazing, prehistoric Pacific Lamprey which has survived 5 mass extinctions, but is now facing serious threats. The current threat they are facing today represents more than 400 million years of impact combined. 

A look at Invasive Species and the Far Reaching Consequences - Episode 103

We are delighted to speak with Samuel Chan, associate professor in fisheries and wildlife at OSU. He serves as the Seat Grant Extension statewide aquatic invasive species and watershed health specialist and current Oregon Invasive Species Council, Vice Chair. We are exploring Invasive Species in Oregon and the far reaching consequences.

”Make Art, Not Trash” - Episode 102

We are speaking with Elizabeth Roberts, a beachcomber and beach artist from Brandon, Oregon. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast and contributing artist at the Washed Ashore Project in Brandon. Her artwork is incredible, motivating and inspiring, as she educates people about harmful plastic pollution.

Episode 64: Peer2Peer Program

This episode features a few different people involved in the Peer2Peer program hosted by South Umpqua High School, the student agree to spend a few weeks working for a job that they are interested in. Umpqua Watersheds had the opportunity to host two students, a mentor (Ashlee Everett) and mentee (Malachi Flessas). The students talk about what they learned during their time with the organizations, along with their job site coordinator.

The second half of the episode features guest speaker Les Rogers, the Transition Network Facilitator for Douglas, Coos and Curry counties. Along side Les, was Vicki Poore another work site coordinator with ESD. These two discuss the program, history, importance and impact this program has on the entire community.

Episode 63: Jacob Lebel talks about the case Juliana v. United States

This episode features a local environmental activist Jacob Lebel, who is one of the plaintiffs suing the government for climate related impacts and how this will effect future generations. This episode provides a lot of great information regarding the case and why it is significant.

Episode 62: Interview with Max Smoot Frogleg Art Studio

This episode features quest speaker Max Smoot from Cass Studio/Frogleg Studio in Roseburg, Oregon. He speaks about his experience as an artist in a rural area and trying to get the community involved art activities.

The second portion of the episode features a segment from speaking with green teacher about art.

Episode 61: Interview with Steve Denney

This interview features guest speaker Steve Denney from the Umpqua Oaks Partnership to discuss the impact oak species have on the ecosystem health and restoration projects.