Nature Guys
Episodes
Groundhogs Wake Up Looking for Love
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Bobʼs brother-in-law Al sends an email detailing his encounter with a groundhog in his garden. As Al found out groundhogs will put up a fight for gar...
A Nursery Web Spider Named Fred
23 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Bob has a spider friend named Fred that does not survive a visit from relatives. These spiders can be really scary but they are pretty much harmless. ...
Trying to Love House Spiders
16 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We all live with house spiders! Find out why this is not such a bad thing. These little spiders have been living with humans for quite a long time. Ou...
Feeding the Birds
09 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob do their first podcast in front of a live audience at the amazing Roads Rivers and Trails store in Milford, Ohio (http://roadsriversandtr...
Climbing Evergreens are Easy to Find
02 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Bob has two plants growing in his backyard that Bill is not excited about. Bob decides it is finally time to do something about Winter Creeper and Eng...
Sassafras is Fun to Say
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sassafras is a tree that produces a small blue fruit in the early fall. The fruit comes at the perfect time to help birds get ready for winter. This i...
Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers Slurp Sap
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you are not a birder you might think the yellow-bellied sapsucker is a crazy made up name from some movie. Join us a we explore the world of this w...
Opossums Like To Eat Ticks
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Opossums are really cute or really ugly. It all depends on your point of view. They are great at killing ticks. So they might be a good thing to see i...
Why We Don't Hug Eastern Redcedar Trees
05 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is a tree that may show up in your neighborhood as a volunteer. It is a great food source for birds. You might even have an old pencil made from ...
Fox Are Smaller Than You Think
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Carol emails Nature Guys about a problem with fox. Bill and Bob struggle to come up with an answer but are inspired to do a show on foxes. This is an ...
Red-tailed Hawks Often Do Voiceovers
21 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Red tailed Hawks often do voiceovers in movies. Tune in to find out why hollywood loves this hawk. Bill shares some amazing hawk stories. Donʼt miss ...
Red-shouldered or Red-wristed Hawk
14 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bird that Bill thinks should have a new name. When Bob moved into his neighborhood hawks were a big topic of conversation. Tune in to learn ...
Watch for the Cooper's Hawk at Your Bird Feeder
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob looks outside and notices that all the birds are suddenly gone from his bird feeders. He soon discovers the reason. A Cooper's Hawk is on the grou...
The Blue Footed Eagle Only Seen on Halloween
31 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bobʼs grandson, Drew is excited to be dressed up as an eagle for Halloween. If you check out our website http://www.natureguys.org you will find a pi...
Centipedes Can be Scary
24 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Even a naturalist can be a bit afraid of centipedes. There are plenty of reasons to welcome centipedes in your house. Bill can deal with them as long ...
Down Yonder in the Paw Paw Patch
17 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The paw paw has the largest fruit of any native tree in the United States. Learn how to identify this tree and when you should go looking for the paw ...
Oh Deer
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob never saw deer when they were growing up in the 50s and 60s. This is an animal that many people now see on a regular basis. You may even ...
Millipedes are Not Thousand Leggers
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill loves to smell millipedes! They have all kinds of interesting smells and they are easy to find. Join us to find out how many legs millipedes real...
Cicadas are Kinda Cute
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the mysterious world of periodical cicadas. Our research for this episode was easy because we are lucky to have in Cincinnati a ...
A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss
19 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill is on fire about moss! He even compares moss to his childhood haircut. Bob wonders if a rolling stone can gather moss. If you would like to know ...
Mighty Milkweed
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob sees the movie Dunkirk. He is excited to find a possible connection to Dunkirk and Milkweed. Tune in to find out all about the plant that Monarch ...
Monarchs on the Move
05 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the amazing story of the Monarch Butterfly and Caterpillar. Bill will tell the story of what the Cincinnati Nature Center is doi...
The Northern Cardinal is a Beautiful Red Bird
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bird that likes to attack windows! Join us to find out why and what you can do about it.
Parasitic Zombie Plants -No Color, No Food, No Problem!
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill has a friend who sent an email with a picture that inspired this podcast. The picture is a large patch of a fairly rare plant called Indian Pipes...
Blue Jays Are Not Blue
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how Blue Jays get other birds to leave so they can have your feeder all to themselves? Join us to find out if Blue Jays really are the bul...
Garter Snakes are Sometimes Garden Snakes
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week Bill and Bob explore a common snake that lives in a variety of habitats. Tune in to learn all about the life of this cute little snake.
Pokeweed the Purple Plant
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob has a giant pokeweed by his deck that has been getting bigger every year. The day we recorded this podcast it was eleven feet tall. Now just a few...
Mud Daubers Eat Black Widow Spiders
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob discovers a mud dauber building a nest right by his back door. On this episode we explore the fascinating connection between spiders and mud daube...
WOW it's a Pileated Woodpecker
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob's son in law Ryan sees his first pileated woodpecker at a family gathering. Join us to find out all about this amazing bird.
Downy Woodpeckers Support Their Mates
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
These birds know how to raise a family. Learn how they support each other as we explore the life of the smallest woodpecker in our neck of the woods
Lucky Buckeye
04 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob shares how he carries a buckeye in his pocket for luck. Meanwhile we find out Bill is learning some presidential history about the origins of the ...
Caterpillars Feed Baby Birds
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Caterpillars are an important link in the web of life. They even help baby birds survive. Join us as we share some amazing stories of these easily ove...
Box Turtles Are Slow But Sure
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What a delightful creature to meet when you are walking in the woods. Find out when to look for eastern box turtles and how to help them survive a tri...
Fireflies Light Up Our Lives
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Fireflies are loved by people all round the world. Join Bill and Bob as they share stories of fireflies from their childhoods mixed in with a bit of f...
Wrens Are Very Curious Birds
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Wrens have got to be one of the cutest little birds. They also love to hang around people. Join us as we explore the world of these friendly little bi...
Sit Spot
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Sit Spot is a simple powerful technique to connect with nature. Bill and Bob will explain how to do it and the advantages of making this part of...
Stinging Nettle
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
his is a plant that will test your nature awareness. How long does the sting last? Tune in to find out!
Black Rat Snake
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn all about the snake that is often harmed by humans out of fear. Bill and Bob will share stories and facts that will help you be a little more at...
Moles
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Some people get upset when they see signs of moles but not the Nature Guys. Find out all the amazing attributes of this little creature.
Dandelions
02 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Dandelions may be an eyesore to some but not to us. In fact we like them so much we eat them!
A Walk in the Woods
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob spend three days together leading wildflower hikes. They both take away some valuable lessons.
Hummingbirds
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as we explore the fascinating world of the hummingbird - the only bird that can truly hover.
Raccoons
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join Bill and Bob as they explore the world of the masked bandits who can create both havoc and hilarity as they invade the human world.
Spring Fungi
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill is all excited about spring fungi. Join us to learn about three types of fungi that you can find on your next walk in the woods.
Bat in the House
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jake and Sarah just found a bat in their house for the third time! Listen in as Bill and Bob explore bats and some possible solutions to Jake and Sa...
Tree of Heaven
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Turns out the tree of heaven is not so heavenly! Tune in to find out all about the tree that is not a blessing!
Mockingbird
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Judy has a mockingbird problem and it is Nature Guys to the rescue! Find out what Bill and Bob come up with to solve the problem
Spring Wildflowers
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill's favorite season is spring and in this episode Bill and Bob share some amazing stories about wildflowers.
Daffodils
28 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Discover more about the beloved daffodil of Springtime and how humans have interacted with them for centuries.
Ladybugs
21 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Can Ladybugs really bite? Yes they can! Join us to find out more about this bug that is really a beetle.
Coyote Love
14 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob are celebrating Valentine's Day by showing coyotes the love they deserve.
Tracks in Snow..Mud..Sand
07 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Finding footprints in the snow or mud can reveal what wildlife has visited and crossed your path before you came along. Learn about the more common tr...
Sugar Maple
31 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we share some fascinating facts and stories about the sweet tasting sugar maple tree.
Northern Red Oak
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob explore an old oak tree in Bob's backyard
Screech Owl
17 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you hear a spooky sound at night you just might have a eastern screech owl in your neighborhood. Join us to find out more about this little owl.
Barred Owl
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
If you are out at night listen for the sound of the barred owl. "Who cooks for you who cooks for you? Who cooks for you all?
Great Horned Owl
03 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we discover the secrets of the Great Horned Owl.
Uninvited Guests
27 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever bring in plants for the winter? Maybe you have brought in some uninvited guest and never knew it. Bill will share stories of some exciting...
Stink Bugs
13 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Nature Guys delve into the invasion of the stink bug! Bill and Bob will share the history of the stink bug and some tips on what to do if they visit y...
Loons
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob dive into the captivating world of the loon. This is a bird so talented it helped Henry Fonda win an Academy Award!
Red Eft
14 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bob brings Bill a treat that only a squirrel would love. Bill leads a hike and finds a red eft. Learn the fascinating story of this rarely seen creatu...
Hedge Apples
01 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob explore the mysteries of the Osage Orange Tree. Find out why this is the most planted tree in North America and why it was so highly priz...
Sitting by a Beech
15 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bill and Bob explore the world of the American Beech Tree. Bill shares about boogie woogie aphids, beech drops and much more. Bob sits near a beech an...
Fleas and Bees?
06 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bill visits Florida and brings home some troublesome guests. Bob is busy moving some kayaks and discovers a very active buzzing insect nest. Join us t...
Home Depot
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bob discovers nature in a hardware store.
Shiny Objects
04 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Bill learns about birds collecting coins at a car wash.