Working as a camp counselor in Wolf Ridge Environmental Center, Nate was lucky to receive a day off on his 18th birthday. Taking the day for himself, he soon finds that his solo stroll in the woods turns to an interesting interaction with a mam

Peak Memories

Dec 11th, 2023 11m 14s

We're back with Season 5 of Project Understory! Join Maverick as his adventure with jets and magical donuts bring his senses to life, but in the end, he realizes nature conquers all.

Yellowstone: Making a Lasting Impact

May 18th, 2023 7m 7s

Some of you may have an experience that changed your life - and for the better. Join Lauryn as she shares how making a trip to Yellowstone National Park secured her future in the career and world of environmental education.

Not All Camping Trips Go as Planned

May 5th, 2023 9m 25s

As a Wilderness Guide, you never know what can be right around the next bend. Listen in on Clarah's exhilarating story while on the Namekagon River in northern Wisconsin!

Reeling in Rain

May 5th, 2023 5m 49s

If you haven't been to Hayward, WI yet, put it on your list! Maddie shares a memory while fishing with her Dad - a story where the fishing is too good to be true, with a little help from the sky.

A Squirrely Experience

May 5th, 2023 7m 47s

In this podcast, Lauren shares how a even a smaller critter like a squirrel can make make an impact on your nature experience - and get your heart racing, too!

Love for Nature

May 4th, 2023 11m 58s

Sometimes it's the experience that makes you grow as a person, and it all could start with someone that gives you that extra push that allows you to grow as a individual. Delaney explains how her Grandpa's love and support helped push her to he

The Reward of Patience

May 3rd, 2023 12m 21s

Katie shares her experience of hunting her first white-tail deer in Iowa, showcasing that being patient is worth the wait.

Buck Up

May 3rd, 2023 13m 25s

Rheya shares how, even a lost opportunity in a solo hunting adventure, nature can give you a different perspective to gain memorable experiences.

The Magic of Hope

Apr 4th, 2023 16m 8s

Join Jordan as she takes you through an experience while at Disney that restored her hope in the importance and magic of pursing Wildlife Education.

Top of the Mountain

Feb 9th, 2023 8m 56s

Alyson shares her story climbing the Tatra Mountains of Poland. Sometimes the journey you choose doesn't matter. What you take from it is what matters.

Interview with a Naturalist

Feb 2nd, 2023 15m 12s

Join Jimmy as in interviews someone who created nature programs for youth in the suburbs of Chicago, his own mom! They talk about creating connections with nature, what they meant for them, and what it can mean for future naturalists.

Windows to Nature

Jan 26th, 2023 9m

Fox share their experiences with the natural world and what helped shape their relationship to nature and their career path.

A Saltwater Struggle

Jan 19th, 2023 9m 25s

Follow 7 year old Cinna as they have their first snorkeling experience and the mistake of following someone else's advice.

Mischievous Mosquitos of Maquoketa

Jan 12th, 2023 12m 44s

Kindra shares her adventures searching for caves in Maquoketa, and the journey which took her there. Sometimes the struggle can be the reward.

We're Not So Different

Jan 5th, 2023 8m

Elena shares stories of growing up in the woods, creating games, and encountering a creature who shares the same environment.

The buck of a lifetime

Dec 29th, 2022 8m 22s

Join Eric with his favorite memory hunting for an elusive buck, and what hunting means to him, his family, and his connection to nature.

Adventures in Backpacking

Dec 21st, 2022 9m 54s

Carly shares her story backpacking in Michigan and the challenges with poor weather, strange insects, and mysterious tapping in the woods.

Encountering Dwarfs and Giants

Dec 15th, 2022 9m 46s

Aaron shares his experiences in the Florida Keyes and the adventures that bring him face to face with drawfs and giants.

The Coolest and Worst Experience of My Life

Dec 7th, 2022 8m 56s

Join Grant on his journey on the ocean cage diving to see sharks and learning that you can have the best and worst moments at the same time.

My Trek

Dec 1st, 2022 8m 21s

Matthew shares a personal story of challenge and triumph as he climbs Mount Baldy.

An Oceanfront View

May 10th, 2022 7m 4s

On a camping adventure in Olympic National Park, our narrator learns the importance of human companionship and community in the wild.

Lightning Bear

May 3rd, 2022 10m 20s

A childhood camping trip in bear country leaves a deep impression on our narrator about the importance of listening to one another, no matter our age or experience level.

A Splash of Nature

Apr 26th, 2022 9m 27s

Escaping conflict on a family camping trip, a young college student stumbles upon a magical lakeside moment that frees his mind and spirit.

Seeing the World with New Eyes

Apr 19th, 2022 17m 46s

The story of how sitting regularly in the branchy embrace of a giant white oak changed one student's view and connection with the natural world forever.