Living Downstream

Episode 34: Interview with a Lifelong Conservationist

 Esteemed conservationist Jerry Mires offers some insight into his experiences of developing a love and respect for nature during his younger years and how that took him on a path of nature conservation and restoration. He describes his favorite environmental memories as well as some of his more challenging times. He also delves into his experience as a mentor and supporter of other environmentalists, such as Janice Reid, who speaks in this episode about her work and how it compares to Jerry's, and how Jerry impacted her in a positive way throughout her career. 

Episode 33: Climate Change Mitigation

We are facing a climate emergency; we are in fact in a climate crisis.  So for today’s presentation, we are going to talk about mitigation- that is, how we can lessen the adverse effects and impacts of climate change.  

 

When we talk about mitigation, there are many topics that can come up- from reducing emissions generally, to increasing our planet’s ability to sequester and store carbon.  But today we are going to focus on our forests here in the Pacific Northwest and talk about the Role of Our Forests in Combating Climate Change.  Specifically, we want to focus on our region here in southwestern Oregon and the management of public forest lands with respect to climate change mitigation.

 

Episode 32: Wildlife Videography

Alan Lacy, a professional wildlife videographer, shares his experiences making nature films with us. He discusses in detail his path into the field of wildlife filmmaking, his process in making his earlier films, his more recent projects, and more. He also goes into what equipment he uses and offers advice and tips to anybody else who may be interested in a similar career path to himself. If you have an interest in wildlife videography, be sure to listen to Alan Lacy describe what to expect regarding terrain, animals, and more in this episode of Living Downstream.

Episode 31: Climate Change Panel Discussion

This episode of living downstream is a recording from a panel about climate change. The panel features several experts and members of the Umpqua Watersheds team. Beginning with an explanation of the greenhouse effect and how humans influence it, this panel goes on to discuss topics such as the effects of climate change on sensitive species, animal migration, drought, and other similar issues are discussed.

If you are curious about the impacts of climate change that we are currently seeing as well as what can be expected for the future, listen to these experts delve into this important conversation.

Episode 30: Interview with Wildlife Images and a Lepidopterist

In the first half of this episode, two members of the Wildlife Images Rehabilitation and and Education Center team, Kaitlyn Scheffler and Billy Crawford discuss what their organization does, including how they educate people about wildlife and how they save injured animals. They also discuss what challenges our native wildlife face, including such things as climate change, conflicts with humans, and more.

In the second half, we hear from Lepidopterist and Professor of Entomology at WSU, David James. He covers some basic butterfly and moth facts, discusses his book on the subject, and dives into what butterflies offer our ecosystem and the importance of researching them. He talks about sustainable pest management and how people can help to preserve our native butterfly populations.

Episode 29: Climate Change

This episode is the first of a series of climate related episodes of Living Downstream that will be airing once to twice a month. In this episode, several members of the Umpqua Watersheds team, including Executive Director Kasey Hovik, Conservation and Legal Director Angela Jensen, and Director of Education and Outreach Ryan Kincaid share what got them involved in the topic of and fight against climate change. They cover some basics about what climate change is and how people affect it as well as how it effects people. They delve into some misconceptions about climate change and offer some of their unique perspectives and knowledge about the topic overall.

Episode 28: Interview with PFLAG Roseburg Founder and Pride Parade Vendors

In this episode of Living Downstream, we hear from the founder and president of PFLAG Roseburg, Mark Lenihan. He talks about the inspiration for PFLAG Roseburg as well as the LGBTQ+ issues in our community and the upcoming Pride Parade. He also offers resources for where people can learn more, what people can do to help, and he emphasizes the importance of activism and volunteerism in our community.

In the second half of this episode we hear from two business owners who will be vendors at the Pride Parade this summer. They discuss their business, Passion Drawn in Ink, and go into detail about the connection between social justice, environmentalism, and expression through art as tools of positive change to make the world a nicer place for ourselves and future generations.

Episode 27: Interview with the Forest Waters Coalition Coordinator

In this interview with Forest Waters Coalition Coordinator, Sam Krop, we discuss the private forest accord and what it did and did not accomplish. Also discussed in detail are the benefits of forests, what groups and individuals want to see for the future of environmental legislation, and the effects of chemical sprays on our forests, wildlife, and communities.

Episode 26: Waste and Recycling in Southern Oregon

This episode features interviews with Jules Bailey of the Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative and Marla Zoeter of Heartwood ReSources. Listen to learn about the options available to get rid of various types of "waste" in an ecologically- and sometimes economically- friendly way, and a creative idea for eco-conscious construction practices. 

Resources:

• Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative Website
• Heartwood ReSources Website

Episode 25: Whoooo’s in Your Forest: Learn Owl About It

In this episode, you'll hear from two owl experts: David Johnson of the Global Owl Project and Janice Reid, a local wildlife biologist. Learn about - and hear - vocalizations of different burrowing owl species, and discover what's being done locally and internationally to help protect these interesting predators. 

~ Aired August 28th & 29th