The Backyard Naturalists

A Nature podcast by Downtown Podcasting

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The Backyard Naturalists podcast is geared toward nature lovers of all kinds, from beginners to those with more experience. We have a very diverse lineup of topics planned for you, such as what you can do in your own yard to enhance the habitat for the creatures who live there, participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count as a citizen scientist, using native plants, which snakes live in our area, how to attract specific birds, common and uncommon raptors in the greater Charlotte region, spring and fall migration season for birds, plants for butterflies and much more!

Recent Episodes

Encore Episode: Spring Weeds, Pests, and Planet-Friendly Solutions
Published: April 4, 2026
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What's It Called? Animal Homes from Nests to Dens
Published: March 28, 2026
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Use It Up: Project Pan and Mindful Consumption
Published: March 21, 2026
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Encore: Spring Yard Cleanup That Helps Birds and Pollinators
Published: March 14, 2026
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Feathers, Flurries, and the Biggest Animals on Earth
Published: March 7, 2026
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How Well Do You Know Nature? (Encore Episode)
Published: February 28, 2026
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side: The Healing Power of Forest Bathing
Published: February 21, 2026
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Beyond the Slither: The Many Ways Snakes Get Around
Published: February 14, 2026
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The Great Backyard Bird Count 2026
Published: February 7, 2026
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Cold Weather in the Backyard: Helping Birds and Wildlife Through Winter
Published: January 31, 2026
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