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In this 10-Minute Tuesday, host Rick Schwartz highlights Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and shares how you can support animal shelters and rescue centers. Drawing on his own experience of working the night shift in an animal shelter, he explains how volunteering, fostering, targeted donations, and adoption can help animals while underscoring shelter pets need patience and care; just like we do.

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Tracking Domestication Signals... Raccoons
Animal Shelter Appreciation Week

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In this episode, David Mizejewski from the National Wildlife Federation discusses the importance of leaving leaves in your yard to support wildlife, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable gardening practices. David shares how leaving the leaves saves you money and time, benefits your yard and helps promote healthy native wildlife all year.

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In this 10-minute Tuesday of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz reflects on how goal-oriented thinking can keep people planning instead of beginning. Drawing on the story of launching Animals, Nature, and You after a layoff, he urges listeners to define a starting line, take the first step, and let passion and planning shape what comes next.

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In this episode of Animals, Nature and You, host Rick Schwartz talks with Suzanne Smith, Founder and Executive Director of Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation. Suzanne shares her journey from working with marine mammals to following her curiosity and diving into river dolphin conservation. She highlights the unique challenges faced by Amazon River dolphins and how community involvement is vital for their preservation.

ARDCF's Mission Statement: To conserve the Amazon river dolphin and its environment through research, education and collaboration.

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In this episode, Rick Schwartz discusses the importance of wolf conservation, ecosystem balance, and how cultural attitudes towards large carnivores are shifting worldwide and in the United States. He emphasizes the need for public awareness and action during Wolf Awareness Week.

Click HEREto let the Secretary of Interior know you want wolves to have room to roam.

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In this episode, Joel Sartore shares his journey from aspiring wildlife photographer to conservation advocate through his Photo Ark project. Discover how his work raises awareness about endangered species and what individuals can do to help protect our planet. Joel also shares his updated Photo Ark book that celebrates the 20th anniversary as well as his children's books and upcoming biography.

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In this episode, Joel Sartore shares his journey from aspiring wildlife photographer to conservation advocate through his Photo Ark project. Discover how his work raises awareness about endangered species and what individuals can do to help protect our planet. Joel also shares his updated Photo Ark book that celebrates the 20th anniversary as well as his children's books and upcoming biography.

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In this 10-Minute Tuesday episode, host Rick Schwartz explores the connections humans have with animals and nature, emphasizing that these bonds are meaningful despite skepticism from some. He shares personal stories from his decades of experience working with animals and encourages listeners to acknowledge their own relationships with animals and nature

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In this episode, Taylor Rabe shares her journey from childhood fascination with wildlife to becoming a nursing student, and then finding her way to wolves. Taylor discusses her past work in Yellowstone, the social dynamics of wolf families, coexistence challenges, and the importance of education and community engagement in conservation. And get this, Taylor also enlightens host Rick Schwartz about ranchers in Montana that coexist with wolves and bears successfully, and teach others how its done.

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Links mentioned in this episode:
Tom Miner Basin Association (website)
Conservation Nation(website)
Yellowstone Adventure Tours (website)

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In this 10 -minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz discusses the importance of the well informed voter in the upcoming midterm elections and how it impacts conservation efforts, wildlife protection, and ecosystems - and therefore, you too. Yes, the old saying, "Conservation works when we work together," is true. And your individual act of informed voting can also help preserve natural spaces and countless species; including humans.

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What Makes Yellowstone Unique is at Risk

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In this episode of Animals, Nature, and You, Corina Newsome shares her journey into avian science, the importance of migratory birds, and how environmental justice intersects with wildlife conservation. Discover practical ways you can support birds and protect their habitats while understanding the broader ecological and social implications of healthy ecosystems.

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Deja Perkins - Naturally Wild
American Birding Association
National Audubon Society
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Host Rick Schwartz explores the importance of self-care, recognizing burnout, and maintaining balance in the demanding world of animal care and conservation. He shares personal insights and practical advice on how to prioritize oneself without guilt, emphasizing that caring for others starts with caring for oneself.

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As we continue our celebration of World Rhino Day, we sit down with Virginia Grimley, a Rhino keeper at the Oregon Zoo. Virginia shares her insight and personal experiences with taking care of black rhinos for a living. From highlighting their individual personalities to debunking myths about their aggression, Virginia's passion for rhinos shines through. She also shares with us how much (and what) they eat, rhino play behavior, rhino communication and the conservation efforts the Oregon Zoo participates in for rhino conservation.

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Oregon Zoo website
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Global Conservation Force
International Rhino Foundation

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It's World Rhino Day! In this 10-minute Tuesday of Animals, Nature, and You, host Rick Schwartz shares a personal experience with meeting the nearly extinct northern white rhinos. From time in Kenya, to being in New York when the news came out that the last male northern white rhino has passed away; Rick reminds us of the importance of conservation efforts and scientific advancements to save endangered species.

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Global Conservation Force
International Rhino Foundation
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Join us on Animals, Nature, and You, as we explore the fascinating world of black bears with Erin Corrigan from Sequoia Park Zoo. Fun fact: Black bears are not always black! And the three bears at Sequoia Park Zoo prove it; from a chocolate brown, true black, or even a flaxen honey-blonde color. Erin also explains how to tell black bears from brown bears, what their claws and body shapes reveal, and we even get to learn about the individual bears at the Sequoia Park Zoo.

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Sequoia Park Zoo (website)
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In this 10-minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature, and You, Rick Schwartz explores the subtle environmental cues that signal the arrival of fall. And we are not just talking about the rush to "pumpkin-spice" all the things. From changes in daylight to animal behaviors and more, nature offers a rich tapestry of signs that autumn is on its way.

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USFWS- Fall Wonders
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In this episode we dive into the fascinating story of the red octopus life cycle. Something never seen with this species of octopus, until now! Maddy Tracewell, Senior Aquarist of Animal Health at the Birch Aquarium joins host Rick Schwartz, sharing the groundbreaking work done in raising red octopus from egg to juvenile, revealing new insights into their early development and the challenges each little octopus faces throughout their life.

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Birch Aquarium Website
Press release about baby red octopus
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This 10-minute Tuesday episode of Animals, Nature and You explores the ecological importance of mountain lions and other large predators. Data shows we can easily debunk myths, and highlight the mountain lion's role in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

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Website for Mountain Lion Foundation
Article "Protecting Mountain Lions Protects Us"

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In this episode, Mike Veale from Global Conservation Force shares updates on their recent activities, innovative conservation tools like a rhino-themed board game, and upcoming events supporting rhino conservation efforts. Discover how education, community involvement, and strategic funding are making a difference in protecting endangered species. And of course, don't forget about World Rhino Day coming up on September 22nd!

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GCF Website
September EventMentioned in this Episode
Education Donation Link
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Other links of interest
American Association of Zookeepers(AAZK) website

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In this episode, Rick Schwartz explores the complexities of wildlife conservation, focusing on species like cheetahs, giant pandas, and California condors. He discusses the importance of understanding ecosystem roles, animal behavior, and human impact to foster sustainable conservation efforts.

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