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Northwest Nature Matters

by Monty Gregg & John M. Goodell

What does on-the-ground conservation look like and who makes it happen? Hosted by wildlife biologist Monty Gregg, this podcast connects you with wildlife and habitat experts through long-form discussion about natural history and conservation. Join Monty as he explores conservation challenges and solutions across the Pacific Northwest.Monty is the Forest Wildlife Biologist for the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland in Oregon. He has emerged as a national leader in organizing and implementing complex habitat restoration efforts benefitting locally and regionally important fish and wildlife species. This podcast is produced by the Oregon Wildlife Foundation, with additional support from the Oregon Chapter of The Wildlife Society.

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Episodes

  1. Think Wild Beaver Works

    This month, Monty speaks with Maureen Thompson, Program Manager of Beaver Works Oregon.

  2. Prineville Sage Grouse Local Implementation Team

    Monty speaks with Becca Kelbe from the Crook County Soil and Water Conservation District.

  3. Forest Collaboration

    This month Monty speaks with Thomas Stokely, Forest Ecologist for the Nature Conservancy in Bend, Oregon.

  4. Pronghorn in the Northwest

    This week, Monty talks everything pronghorn with Jon Muir, District Wildlife Biologist for the Lakeview Office.

  5. Pinyon Jay Monitoring

    This month, Monty speaks with Larry Ashton, a Wildlife Biologist for the Bureau of Land Management Deschutes Field Office, about his work monitoring the Pinyon Jay.

  6. Wildlife Ecology Institute

    Monty and Jess speak with Dr. Tim Hiller, the Executive Director and Founder of the Wildlife Ecology Institute in Helena, Montana.

  7. Audible Bat Study

    This month, Monty and Jess speak with Sara Rose, Assistant Director at the NW Bat Hub.

  8. Dendro-chronology with Dr. Andrew Merschel

    This month, Monty and Jess speak with Dr. Andrew Merschel about the science of tree rings.

  9. Porcupine Research

    This month Monty talks with Mikayla Bivona, the acting Prineville Assistant Wildlife Biologist with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

  10. MOTUS: A Collaborative Research Network Tracking Wildlife Movement

    Monty sits down with Kaly Adkins, regional non-game wildlife biologist with ODFW, to talk about MOTUS, a research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.

  11. Live Interview: Annual Oregon Convention of The Wildlife Society and Society of American Foresters

    On this special episode of Northwest Nature Matters, Monty hosts a live interview at the annual convention with the Oregon Chapter of the Society of American Foresters and The Wildlife Society. He speaks with Rebecca Bernard, the immediate past president of the Society of American Foresters.

  12. Bend 2 Suttle Lake Wild Passage Initiative

    This month, Monty speaks with Jeremy Austin, Wildlands & Water Program Director for Central Oregon Land Watch, about wildlife crossing initiatives.

  13. Middle-Aged Wolfman

    This month Monty and Jess speak with Jim Holyan, longtime Wolf Biologist with the Nez Perce Tribe and published author. His book, I Was a Middle-Aged Wolfman, is available for purchase now. A previous version of this episode had audio issues, those have since been corrected and the repaired…

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  14. Umpqua Watersheds

    Monty and Jess speak with Diana Pace, Umpqua Watersheds Board Secretary, and Susan Applegate, former Chair of Wilderness, about the proposed Crater Lake Wilderness.

  15. Women in Wildlife: Vanessa Petro

    In the final episode of our Women in Wildlife series, Monty once again speaks with Vanessa Petro, Lead Wildlife Biologist at the Oregon Department of Forestry.

  16. Western Rattlesnakes in the Willamette Valley

    In this special episode to celebrate Snake Week, Monty speaks with Joe Stack, Regional Habitat Biologist at ODFW, about the work he's doing to support rattle snakes in the Willamette Valley.

  17. Women in Wildlife: Renee Hollowell

    This week, Monty continues the Women in Wildlife series by speaking with Renee Hollowell, District Wildlife Biologist for the Blue Mountain Ranger District in Malheur National Forest.

  18. Women in Wildlife: Carmen Vanbianchi

    This month, Monty continues the Women in Wildlife series by speaking with Carmen Vanbianchi, Research Director of Home Range Wildlife Research.

  19. Women in Wildlife: Lauri Turner

    Monty and Jess sit down with Lauri Turner, Monty's good friend and colleague at the U.S. Forest Service. She works as the Special Status and Sensitive Species Specialist for the Interagency Special Status and Sensitive Species Program.

  20. Women in Wildlife: Bernadette Graham-Hudson

    This week, Monty sits down with Bernadette Graham-Hudson, Wildlife Division Administrator for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

  21. Women in Wildlife: Jennifer Ringo

    Monty and Jess speak with Jennifer Ringo, the South Willamette Watershed District Manager for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

  22. Women in Wildlife: Melissa Hunt

    Monty and Jess begin a new series, featuring women in the conservation field. This month, they sit down with Melissa Hunt, Wildlife Biologist for the Methow Valley Ranger District.

  23. Umpqua Watershed with Tod Lum (part 2/2)

    Monty and continues his conversation with Tod Lum, ODFW District Wildlife Biologist in the Umpqua Watershed District.

  24. Umpqua Watershed with Tod Lum (part 1/2)

    Monty and Jess speak with Tod Lum, ODFW District Wildlife Biologist in the Umpqua Watershed District.

  25. Forest Resource Technology at Central Oregon Community College

    This week Monty and Jess speak with Bret Michalski, Wildlife Specialist and professor at Central Oregon Community College.

  26. In Conversation With Ben Goldfarb

    This month, Monty and Jess sit down with Ben Goldfarb, author of Crossings: How Road Ecology is Shaping the Future of Our Planet and Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter. Hear Ben speak at our free live event (in person or online) October 10, 2024. Details and sign up...

  27. 30 years of Conservation in the Whychus and Metolius Watersheds

    This month, Monty discusses over 30 years of conservation in the Whychus and Metolius watersheds from the perspective of longtime District Fish Biologist, Mike Riehle.

  28. Wildlife Management Areas

    Dan Somers, ODFW John Day Watershed Wildlife Habitat Program Manager, joins Monty and Jess to discuss wildlife managament areas.

  29. Wilderness and the American Spirit

    This week Monty and Jess speak with geologist, author, and environmental activist Ruby McConnell.

  30. Bighorn Sheep in the John Day River Valley

    Monty and Jess speak with Steve Cherry, ODFW District Wildlife Biologist based out of Heppner Oregon, about bighorn sheep.

  31. Our Partners in Conservation: National Wild Turkey Federation

    On our final episode of our Partners in Conservation series, Monty speaks with two guests from the National Wild Turkey Federation; Russ McDonald, Washington State Chapter President, and Chris Henry, Oregon State Chapter President.

  32. Our Partners in Conservation: Conservation Northwest

    Monty and Jess speak with Matthew Danielson, Okanogan Forest Sr. Coordinator with Conservation Northwest.

  33. Our Partners in Conservation: Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership

    Monty speaks with Michael O'Casey, Deputy Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership - Pacific Northwest.

  34. Our Partners in Conservation: SageCon

    [Reuploaded due to file error] This week, Monty speaks with Rachael Davee, Partnership Coordinator at SageCon.

  35. Environmental Storytelling with Reel Earth Films

    This week, Monty and Jess speak with Alan Lacy, Founder and Chief Filmmaker of Reel Earth Films. His short film The Lone Wolverine of the Wallowas will be premiering at the Portland Eco Film Festival at the Hollywood Theater on May 3, 2024. Tickets are available online.

  36. Our Partners in Conservation: Back Country Hunters & Anglers

    Monty and Jess sit down with Ian Isaacson, Oregon Chapter President of Back Country Hunters & Anglers.

  37. Our Partners in Conservation: Oregon Hunters Association

    Starting off a new series, Monty and Jess speak with Conservation Director Mike Totey and Conservation Coordinator Tyler Dungannon of Oregon Hunter's Association.

  38. A Day in the Life of a Tribal Biologist

    Monty and Jess sit down with Austin Smith, Tribal Wildlife Biologist with the Confederated Tribe of Warm Springs.

  39. Field Skills for Biologists (Part 2/2)

    Monty and Jess continue their conversation with Carmen Vanbianchi and Anna Machowicz, co-founders of Home Range Wildlife Research. As a nonprofit, Home Range conducts independent and collaborative wildlife research around the Methow Valley in Washington, offering learning opportunities for…

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  40. Field Skills for Biologists (Part 1/2)

    This month, Monty and Jess sit down with Carmen Vanbianchi and Anna Machowicz, co-founders of Home Range Wildlife Research. As a nonprofit, Home Range conducts independent and collaborative wildlife research around the Methow Valley in Washington, offering learning opportunities for budding...

  41. Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 3/3)

    In the final installment of our three part series, Bill Richardson sits down with Monty and Jess to discuss the ways in which Blue Mountain Elk Initiative has adapted over time, and what examples BMEI can set for conservation partners in the Northwest and beyond.

  42. Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 2/3)

    In part 2 of our series exploring the Blue Mountain Elk Initiative, Jon Paustian joins Monty and Jess to talk about the importance of connecting summer and winter range habitats, and the various obstacles that come along with that.

  43. Blue Mountain Elk Initiative (Part 1/3)

    Kicking off the first episode of a new three part series, Mark Henjum returns to the NWNM podcast to talk about the Blue Mountain Elk Initiative.

  44. Canada Lynx

    This month, Monty and Jess talk all things Canada lynx with Andrea Lyons, Wildlife Ecologist and Director of the Terrestrial Ecology Program for the Washington Conservation Science Institute.

  45. Mule Deer in the Northwest

    Monty and Jess welcome Corey Heath back to the podcast, this time to talk about mule deer. Learn all about the iconic Oregon species, from their habitat and biology to environmental threats and future management.

  46. Wolverines in Washington

    Monty and Jess welcome John Rohrer back to the podcast, this time to speak on his experiences researching wolverines in the North Cascades of Washington.

  47. Upland Game Birds (part 2)

    Finishing up the two part series on Upland Game Birds, Monty and Jess speak with Sarah Garrison, the Small Game Program Manager for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

  48. Upland Game Birds (part 1)

    In the first of a two part series, Monty and Jess speak with Mikal Cline, Upland Game Bird Program Manager for the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

  49. High Desert Museum

    This week, Monty and Jess speak with Jon Nelson, Wildlife Coordinator of the High Desert Museum in Bend, Oregon. Ran by a large group of dedicated staff and volunteers, visitors can learn about regional wildlife, history, art, natural resources, and cultural heritage of North America's high…

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  50. Deschutes Land Trust

    Kicking off September, Monty and Jess speak with Natasha Bellis, Conservation Director of the Deschutes Land Trust. Natasha discusses the weight of responsibility that comes with stewarding land in perpetuity, and the importance of community engagement for long term conservation success.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

What does on-the-ground conservation look like and who makes it happen? Hosted by wildlife biologist Monty Gregg, this podcast connects you with wildlife and habitat experts through long-form discussion about natural history and conservation. Join Monty as he explores conservation challenges and solutions across the Pacific Northwest.Monty is the Forest Wildlife Biologist for the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland in Oregon. He has emerged as a national leader in organizing and implementing complex habitat restoration efforts benefitting locally and regionally important fish and wildlife species. This podcast is produced by the Oregon Wildlife Foundation, with additional support from the Oregon Chapter of The Wildlife Society.

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Monty Gregg & John M. Goodell

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