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The Saga of the Disappearing Snowbanks

John Weeks — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:25:00 +0000

Snowbanks perform many functions, but it is a liberating event when they show signs of disappearing. John Weeks discusses everything that is coming to life within snowbanks and everything that is left behind after the final ones melt.

Spring is Right Around the Bookshelf

John Weeks — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:00:00 +0000

John Weeks recommends various nature-related literature to be read while waiting for spring to fully bloom.

What is so Rare As a Mild Day in March?

John Weeks — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:00:00 +0000

John Weeks discusses the arrival of various bird species beginning in late February and continuing through the spring months. Migration timetables are rarely disrupted by fickle March weather.

What Autumn Contributes to My Enjoyment Of Winter

John Weeks — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:19:44 +0000

As the equinox approaches, Weeks explains the rules of winter ecology and the basic rules of supply and demand as they apply to the critters gathering food in preparation for the winter months. He also describes how, for him, enjoyment of winter depends upon bounty of the growing season which proceeded it.

Be Kind To Young Wildlife

John Weeks — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 18:47:20 +0000

John Weeks talks about the importance of not interfering with wildlife. Weeks explains why it is best to leave young wild animals alone.

Originally aired on June 6th, 1987.

Strange Ways to Cope In The Nesting Season

John Weeks — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:04:28 +0000

John Weeks discusses the many unusual ways birds construct makeshift nests in the spring. Weeks shares stories of birds using "wildlife ad-libbing" to survive in inhospitable weather.

The Vernal Apple Tree

John Weeks — Tue, 29 May 2012 18:44:37 +0000

John Weeks explains his affection for the apple tree. Weeks discusses the trees' natural beauty, their relationship with songbirds and how they must be treasured and maintained.

Maintaining a Fresh Face for Wildlife

John Weeks — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:38:39 +0000

John Weeks discusses his adventures in Baltimore Woods and the disadvantages and advantages of his neighborhood and living closer to nature.

Originally aired on April 23rd, 1993.

A Message For Earthday 21

John Weeks — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:28:12 +0000

John Weeks discusses the the plants and creatures in the wild that don't enjoy the random April snows of Oswego spring weather. Weeks also talks about what's best for the wild world and what humans need to understand about it.

Sight and Sounds of Spring

John Weeks — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:47:33 +0000

John Weeks talks about the new blooming flowers and plants of spring and how to fully enjoy the start of the new season.

Originally aired on April 21st, 1989.

Birth and Protecting the Young

John Weeks — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:35:05 +0000

John Weeks talks about what usually happens during the first week after birth in the season of spring. Some birds tend to leave their young for a short time and some never leave their side. Weeks talks about being careful with baby nestlings and mammals and to leave them alone because their adult protectors could get angry.

A Spring Dialogue

John Weeks — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:33:20 +0000

John Weeks talk about his obsession of spring and how his childhood affected him today and his love and experiences for nature.

Originally aired, April 19th , 1991.

A World for Roadside Patriarchs

John Weeks — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:12:52 +0000

John Weeks discusses plants and trees and the first spurt of spring growth and how the April sunlight affects the blooming buds of the season.

Orignally aired on April 22nd, 1988.

Viewing East Coast Wildlife - Part 2

John Weeks — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:58:22 +0000

John Weeks talks about some of the National Wildlife refugees along the East Coast in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware. Weeks shares his experiences of the sprouting spring life he discovered on his voyage and the different types of birds he viewed in places such as Bombay Hook in Delaware.

Originally aired on April 18th, 1987

Bright Spring Sunlight

John Weeks — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:47:44 +0000

John Weeks talks about the first light of spring and the siren call it sends to all types of species about the beauty of spring. He discusses how the signs of spring sun affect everyone to get ready for the new season.

Originally aired April 18th, 1986.

The Mating Dance of the Salamanders

Marlena Montero — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:38:14 +0000

John Weeks discusses the amphibians, Salamanders and helps us understand their mating process and their efficient method of fertilization and behavior pattern.

100 Miles Of Spring

Marlena Montero — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:31:58 +0000

John Weeks talks about animal preparations for Spring and how they react to Oswego's different weather daily. He also discusses birds' arrival in spring g from his own experiences, including the Woodcock.

Originally aired on April 3rd, 1987.

Taking A Country Trip In The Spring

Marlena Montero — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:10:04 +0000

Nature Walk Through Rice Creek

Marlena Montero — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 14:00:14 +0000

John Weeks take a walk through the back of Rice Creek Field Station looking for signs of spring, examining rocks, insects and even finds a pair of mating birds.

Originally aired April 6th, 1984.

The Energy of Spring

John Weeks — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:51:27 +0000

John Weeks discusses the beauty of spring and the roots and seeds that influence the many spouting plants of the warm season.

Originally aired March 9th, 1989.

Spring Time Birds

John Weeks — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:24:11 +0000

John Weeks talks about a range of birds from robins to bluebirds and how they're appearance and singing gives us hint that spring is just around the corner.

Originally aired March 7th, 1986.