Outdoors with Rob Zimmer

The great backyard bird count, glowing wildlife, and, a funny cow story

08 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Information about the Wisconsin Garden Expo, sturgeon fun for kids, and, moon bows.Top ten topic: Signs of Spring.

Honeybees in February, Golden Eagle Count & Sturgeon Spearing

07 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lake Geneva Winterfest activities, rare birds, and, listener "poop loop" stories

01 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Rob reads a lot of comments on Facebook about "poop loops". Also, he runs down what to expect to see outside throughout the month of February.Top te...

Starting Seeds, Eagle Numbers and February Nature

01 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ice volcanoes, gold finches, and, a lot of woodpecker sounds

25 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recap a dramatic weather week in Wisconsin.Top ten topic: Places to see amazing ice formations.

Australia, Lake Winnebago, and, a preview of the Wild Ones conference

18 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Loris Dameron from Wild Ones Fox Valley.Top ten topic: Perennials for clay soil.

Favorite Nature Spots, Eagle Days & Cabin Fever Days

17 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bald eagles, national walk your dog month, and, upcoming local events

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Discussion about the wild weather week that was, and that is to come.Top ten topic: places to see snowy owls in Wisconsin.

Houseplants, Full Wolf Moon and Bald Eagles

10 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ice flowers, bare root plants, and, wildlife rehab

04 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Discussion about the current windy, and icy conditions. Top ten topic: New Year's resolutions for gardeners.

Birds of 2020, Ice Shoves and Plant Catalogs

03 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Birds, Christmas Trees, Wildlife, Best of 2019

28 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Outdoors with Rob Zimmer we talk about different birds Rob saw this morning and also some resourceful ways to reuse your Christmas tree! ...

1st Day Hikes, Local Events & Bird Watching

27 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating Solstice Day, cactus advice, and, Christmas plant facts

21 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What are moisture meters? And, how do you pronounce poinsettia?Top ten topic: Winter road trips to take during Christmas week.

Whooping Cranes, Snowy Owls & Holiday Gift Ideas

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Porcupines, orb weavers, and, local events

14 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob shares your nature memories of 2019.Top ten topic: Plants for winter beauty.

State Parks, Christmas Bird Count & Surprise Winter Birds

13 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Edible mushrooms, Christmas gift ideas, and, albino vs. leucistic

07 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What mushrooms are good to eat? Also, local tree sales.Top ten topic: Local places to see bald eagles.

Corn: Edible Plant of 2020, Christmas Bird Count and Color of the Year

06 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Birds, pheasants, and, wild turkey facts

30 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A request to talk more about birds results in this episode.Top Ten topic: winter water ducks.

Albino deer, snowy owls, ice on Lake Winnebago, and, area light shows

30 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Black Friday show with plenty of local events to talk about.Top ten topic: Winter birds of prey.

Ice shoves, deer, turkeys, and, let's celebrate Wolfenoot!

23 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Joe Sturm, retiring from Fox Valley Nursery.Top ten topic: Trees and shrubs to feed birds.

Deer Hunting, Winter Bird Treasures and Local Light Shows

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Winter Birds, Owls and Plants of 2020

15 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Things to do in cold weather, feeding robins, and, do I have to have a feeder?

09 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A recap of a very cold week in Northeast Wisconsin.Top ten topic: reasons to leave your garden alone for the winter.

Outdoor Oddities, Rain Barrels and Emmit the Otter

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Owl sounds, local events, and, birds of November

02 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hear from the great horned, barred, eastern screech, and, saw whet owls.Top ten topic: places in Wisconsin to see tundra swans.

Memories of Dad, October Snow & Kids in Nature

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

November Nature, Food for Birds & Fall Jokes

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bats, Autumn Events and Cactus Care

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating National Farmers Day, pheasant hunting, and, local events

12 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stories from listeners about farmers, and, a long list of local events. Top ten topic: reasons to thank a farmer.

Heirloom Tulips, Turnover on Lakes and Octobers

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fall Colors, Geese, Flocking of birds

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Outdoors with Rob Zimmer today featured a lot of fall topics! Listen to Friday's edition of "Outdoors with Rob Zimmer" on WHBY!

Monarchs, mosquitoes, and, hummingbirds

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A record amount of butterflies are in Northeast Wisconsin.Top ten topic: Shrubs for fall beauty.

Ways to help birds, Spiders & Late Season Pollinators

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about the fall bird and monarch migration. He also shares ways that we can help the bird population. Rob's top 10 list is about the b...

Harvest moon, a new hiking series, and, local events

14 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A wild week of weather, and how it has affected wildlife. Wildlife Of The Week: Trumpeter Swan. Top ten topic: Sedums for SeptemberLearn more ab...

Monarch & Hummingbird Sightings + Woodland Dunes Nature Center

13 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks all about- Orchid, mushroom and warbler sightings at Woodland Dunes Nature Preserve in Two Rivers- Hummingbird and Monarch migration ...

Differences between whooping and sandhill cranes, and, Grandparent stories

07 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Virginia, from Feather Wildlife rehab center.Wildlife of the week: Whooping crane.Top ten topic: panicle hydrangeas.Learn more ab...

September Blooms and Grandparents Day

06 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about his favorite September blooms and shares a few Grandparents Day memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Labor Day, Butterfly & Migration

31 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Top ten topic: edible mushrooms.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cat tail species, tent caterpillars, and, a hootenanny!

24 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Luke from Heckrodt Nature Center in Menasha.Top ten topic: way to enjoy wild mushrooms.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Prairies, Nature Television Shows and Golden Rod Myths

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer Outdoors spends the hour talking about the importance of prairies and shares a few area events at local Nature Preserves. We also talk abou...

Milkweed, spiders, hummingbirds, and, bee jokes

17 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Jack, from Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin.Top ten topic: plants for honey bees.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Bugs, Tomato Troubles & Hummingbird Moth Facts

16 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer spends the afternoon talking about bugs! We discuss some of our favorites, like hummingbird moths, butterflies and fireflies. We hear about...

Moon jokes, campfire stories, and, celebrating s'mores day!

10 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, the biggest meteor showers of the year. And, lots of local events.Top ten topic: Ways to enjoy an August evening.Learn more about your ad ch...

Native Plants, Monarchs and S'mores Day

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer checks in with CC at the Stone Silo Prairie Gardens ahead of their native plants event on August 10. We also talk about the perseid meteor ...

August native wonders, and, watermelon day!

03 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: C.C. Kiefer from Wild Ones in Green Bay.Top ten topic: native wildflowers for August.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Owls, owls, and more owls!

27 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

After discussing local storm damage, the rest of this episode is devoted to owls.Top ten topic: Facts about great horned owls.Learn more about your ...

Outagamie County Fair, August Nature & Berries

26 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer and Hayley Tenpas talked about what to do at the Outagamie County Fair.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elderberries, belly dancing, and, strong storms

20 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Aurora from Aurora's Apothecary.Top ten topic: Butterflies that are not Monarchs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Prairies, summer memories, shorebird migration

19 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer joins us to talk about the prairies at the Brillion Nature Center. We listen to a few of his favorite summer sounds. We also take calls on ...

Monarchs, monarchs, and more monarchs!

13 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about the butterfly. Special guest: Ann Shebesta, the Monarch Queen of Mishicot.Top ten topic: Milkweeds for monarchs.Learn ...

Garden walks galore! And, when do cardinals get their full color?

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob talks about all the fun garden walks in the area happening soon.Top ten topic: road trips in Wisconsin for hot days.Learn more about your ad cho...

Daisies, apple scab, and, caterpillars

06 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Pat Fisher, from Feather Wildlife Rehab and Education in New London.Top ten topic: heat loving annuals.Learn more about your ad cho...

Butterfly Gardens, Tomatoes and Caterpillar Updates

05 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer checks in with Jack from the Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin to learn more about their nature center. We also talk about some area events an...

Monarchs, Events in Fox Valley, Milkweed

29 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include: Butterfly's, Events in the valley, plantingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caterpillar eggs, flowering shrubs, and places to take kids

28 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Marie from Wild Perch and Paw. Top ten topic: Summer flowering shrubs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Martin Fest, garden walks, and, lots of summer memories

22 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first show of the first full day of Summer!Top ten topic: things to do outdoors in northeast Wisconsin this Summer.Learn more about your ad...

First Day of Summer, Garden Walks and Hydrangeas

21 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer is celebrating the first day of summer! We're talking about area garden walks, hummingbirds and how you'd describe summer in one word. Rob...

The hosta convention, creeping bell flowers, and, Father's Day

15 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Justin Kroening from Stone Silo Prairie Gardens.Top ten topic: Father's Day gift ideas.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Ride alongs, Mosquito Hill, and, Butterfly Festival

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob welcomes special guest Mike Hibbard from Mosquito Hill Nature Center. Top ten topic: Ways to celebrate national pollinator week.Learn more abou...

Hostas, Bird Nests and Bears

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about hostas with Pondside Gardens in Kiel! He also shares more about his recent bear sightings and he takes a call about a bird nest...

State Parks, Monarchs & the Great WI Bat Count

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, Rob talks about your favorite state parks during free state parks weekend in Wisconsin. We also hear about the return of monarchs...

Dandelions, giant water bugs, and, baby animal care

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob gives some ways to use dandelions as food. Also, what you should do when you find a baby animal in the wild. Top ten topic: Native shrubs to ...

Rare birds, the sound of a scarlet tanager, and, what is "up north"?

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Everybody has their own definition of "up north". Rob cites his, and reads listeners versions from Facebook.Top ten topic: Red, white, and blue na...

Wild native plants, and, apple trees

18 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special guest: Donna, from the Wild Ones native plant sale.Top ten topic: unique native plants.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...

Monarchs, Warbler Spottings and Lake Flies

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks all about the different things you'll find in the sky this time of year -- monarchs, lake flies and birds! He's also answering listen...

Mother's Day memories, pelicans, and, local events

11 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob reads a lot of listener stories from Facebook about Mother's Day.The W.O.W. (wildlife of the week) = BobolinkThe top ten topic: ways to get mom ...

Rolling, Aerating, Hummingbirds, and, Orioles

04 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob has some tips on how to approach a bumpy yard. Plus, orioles are on the return. His top ten this episode: places in Northeast Wisconsin to see ...

Wildflowers, Tree tips and Mother's Day Gift Ideas

03 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer shares what he's been up to this week. We talk with Louie at the Brillion Nature Center about their wildflowers this spring. Rob answers a ...

Dandelions, Sturgeon Spawning, and Rare Birds Return

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about the rare bids that have returned to Northeast Wisconsin. He also shares why dandelions are a wonderful treat and takes a call o...

Earth Day, Warbler songs, and, Easter jokes

20 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob tries to make you laugh with some bunny jokes. Also, he plays several warbler songs.Top ten topic: Spring flowering shrubs to plant right now....

Easter Weekend Ideas, Frugal Gardening and a Bird Story

19 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer is here to talk with you about all things outdoors! We take your calls on putting out the oriole and hummingbird feeders, how to care for m...

Song birds, Sounds of the Spring, Courtesy at Nature Centers

13 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week on "Outdoors with Rob Zimmer" we talked about song birds and take calls on what people are hearing in the outdoors! The top 10 for courtesy ...

Bird Calls, the Sandhill Crane Count and Live Plants for Easter

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about his favorite bird calls to hear in April. We also talk about how to help our feathered friends during a late-spring snowfall. W...

DNR hearings, orioles, and, mulch

06 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

April brings a lot of new birds. Master Gardner, Rob Zimmer, talks about them. He also discusses when to mulch.His top ten topic: Reasons to att...

Severe Weather Week, Frog Calls and Pelicans return

05 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about all the different frogs that are making their voices heard this time of year. We also take calls on the upcoming Conservation...

Frog sounds, April natural wonders, and, local events

30 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year: frogs! Hear several of them on this episode. The top ten topic: things to do in your garden in the month of April. ...

Swans, Maple Syrup tapping and Spring Spottings

29 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer answers listener calls on swan spottings, maple syrup tapping and the things you can look forward to in April. Learn more about your ad ch...

Blue snow, migrations, and, garden challenges

23 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The geese and swans are back, in bulk. Also, Rob's garden challenges.HIs top ten topic: seed starting tips.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Migrating swans, and, moles vs. voles

16 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Among this week's topics: the perfect weather conditions for swans coming in to the area, and, the difference between a mole and a vole.His top ten li...

Monarchs, tundra swans, and deer

09 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob talks about when and where to find tundra swans; and why the next three weeks are his favorite.His top ten list topic: migrating birds you are s...

Spring & International Women's Day

08 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show includes honoring women on International Women's Day who helped others get into nature.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Sounds of Spring, Snow & Invasive Species

02 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show includes the sounds of spring with different bird calls, talked about the latest snow fall and more!Learn more about your ad choices....

Invasive Species, Orchids and a chat with Ledge View Nature Center

01 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show includes a chat with Ledge View Nature Center about their upcoming maple syrup programs. We also talk orchids and Rob Zimmer gives ...

Good Bye to Winter, March Wonders, Spring Migration

23 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Heirloom Tomatoes, Navigating State Parks and the Snow Moon

22 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, Rob talks with the "tomato queen," Lou Visocky about heirloom tomatoes. We also talk about where Rob goes on his adventures and h...

Signs of Spring, cardinal sightings, and local events

16 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer takes calls about what you are seeing at your bird feeder, has fun with some bird sounds, and talks about local events happening soon.His t...

Backyard Bird Count and Woodland Dunes

15 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer talks about how you can participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count! He also checks in with Jim with Woodland Dunes in Two Rivers, to hear...

Valentines Day Plants, Sturgeon Facts and Birds

09 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob asks the listeners to call in with their favorite plants or flowers that are Valentine's Day themed. Rob also takes calls on how to make your own ...

Groundhog Day, Robins, and Milkweeds

02 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Zimmer takes calls about February nature, has fun with Punxsutawney Phil, and talks about local events happening soon. His top ten list topic: m...

Winter activities, Monarchs and Nectar Plants on Outdoors with Rob Zimmer

01 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show Rob Zimmer talks about an upcoming event at Heckrodt Nature Preserve, called One Bird, Two Worlds: Saving Songbirds with your Cup ...

Talking Perennials on Rob Zimmer Outdoors

26 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Among this week's topics: the top ten perennials that can take extreme heat.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eagle Spotting, Winter Family Fun and Feeding Birds on Outdoors with Rob Zimmer

26 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's show, Rob talks with Mosquito Hill about their Winter Family Fun Day. We also chat about what to feed the birds during the cold tempera...