The Wild Cumberland Podcast
by Wild Cumberland
The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to protecting the wilderness, native species, and the ecology of Cumberland Island, Georgia. We’re a grassroots group – made up of regular people who are working to ensure that Cumberland Island and its Wilderness remain protected. This podcast seeks to dive into the news and issues affecting Cumberland Island. We'll also bring in more voices and more content that goes deeper than our email newsletter allows. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild. https://wildcumberland.org/
Episodes
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - November 2024
In this November episode of The Wild Cumberland Podcast, hosts Jess and Devin take listeners on a recent journey to Cumberland Island, where some of their volunteers and guests encountered everything from sea turtles to shooting stars. They also discuss the indefinite closure of the island's...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - October 2024
In this thought-provoking episode of The Wild Cumberland Podcast, hosts Jess and Devin dive into the National Park Service's controversial proposal for a land swap that could reshape Cumberland Island forever. They unpack the implications of reprivatization of public lands, exploring how...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest Emily Floore
Join us for a captivating episode of The Wild Cumberland as we welcome special guest Emily Floore, Executive Director of St. Marys Riverkeeper. Dive deep into the rich significance of the St. Marys River, a lifeline for the surrounding ecosystems and a vibrant habitat for wildlife. Emily shares…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - September 2024
In this anniversary episode, we’ve got a lot to cover. We’ll be diving into the recent Blake Plateau online learning event, where experts shared some fascinating updates about this critical underwater ecosystem and its connection to Cumberland. We’ll also have the latest on the ongoing feral…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest Sarah Manning
Most people know that Cumberland Island is important for more than 300 bird species, including shorebirds, songbirds and birds of prey. Today, we're honored to talk about Cumberland Island birds with Sarah Manning. Sarah formerly worked for the National Park Service on Cumberland Island and is...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - August 2024
In this episode, we’ll talk about what is - or isn’t- going on at the Seashore, we discuss a couple of virtual opportunities for you to learn more about the Blake Plateau and Cumberland Island, and as always, highlight some top local and national news related to the island and wilderness in...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest Dr. Chris Mowry
Welcome to the Wild Cumberland Podcast. After a recent face-to-face encounter with a coyote on Cumberland Island, Jess wanted to learn more. In this episode, join Jess and Devin as they chat with special guest Dr. Chris Mowry of the Atlanta Coyote Project. Dr. Mowry delves into the fascinating...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - July 2024
There’s a lot to cover in this episode so stay with us. We’ll start by revealing the contents of the highly coveted 2024 Mystery Box from our fundraiser in May. If you were thinking of monitoring St. Mary’s coastline this hurricane season through their waterfront cams, think again as we highlight...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest Tal Galton
Welcome to the Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this special episode, we hear from Tal Galton from Snakeroot Ecotours. Snakeroot is based in Celo, North Carolina, and offers guided tours of life in the Appalachian woods. Tal has been visiting Cumberland Island for decades, and joins Jessica and Devin...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - June 2024
In this episode, we discuss the results of our “Commitment to Cumberland” fundraiser, the Blake Plateau, feral horses, and some very concerning observations from the Seashore. This podcast seeks to dive into the news and issues affecting Cumberland Island. We'll also bring in more voices and more...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - May 2024
In this episode, we discuss what’s happening at the Seashore this spring; sunken shrimp boats; sea turtle nesting; black mangroves; virtual auction updates; and more! Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild. https://wildcumberland.org/
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest George Nickas
Join Jessica and George Nickas, the Executive Director of Wilderness Watch, as they discuss citizen oversight and public engagement, Cumberland Island's Wilderness history, and current issues facing the Seashore. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild....
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Guest Dorothy O'Connor
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this episode, we take a deep dive with Georgia artist Dorothy O'Connor, learning more about her art and recent immersive exhibition as part Seven Stages' the Art of Activism event at 7 Stages Theater. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here.…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - April 2024
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. This episode discusses the arrival of a new superintendent for the Seashore, which we happened to announce on April 1st — April Fools’ Day — but, thankfully, this is NOT a joke. We also recap our “Art of Activism” event, the development of a new trail from...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - March 2024
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this episode, we discuss our upcoming event with Atlanta Science Festival, touch on the Eastern Wilderness Act and something called the Endangered Wilderness Act, and talk about some local, national, and NPS news that could affect Cumberland Island and…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - February 2024
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this episode, we’ll drop some details about our upcoming program with the Atlanta Science Festival and our Commitment to Cumberland 2024 program. We also have updates on the appointment of a NEW interim superintendent for Cumberland Island National...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Special Episode Guest Hal Wright
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this special episode, learn about the delicate history of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle and its relation to Cumberland Island. This podcast seeks to dive into the news and issues affecting Cumberland Island. We'll also bring in more voices and more content...
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - January 2024
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In January episode, we’ll give you some continuing updates on the litigation related to Cumberland Island’s feral horses. We’ll also highlight the development of yet another plan for the Seashore, as well as some bills that you should have on your radar…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - December 2023
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this episode, we’ll touch on Spaceport Camden, the possibility of a new municipal airport, guided Wilderness adventures, the return of our virtual fundraiser, and the status of the Cumberland Island Wilderness as we close out 2023. Thank you for spending…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - November 2023
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. We’re waiting…on a lot of things. A new Superintendent, an update on the Seashore’s proposed Visitor Use Management Plan, feral horse litigation, and more. And, what do you think about the federal government refusing its own currency? Thank you for spending…
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - October 2023
Welcome to The Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this episode, learn about news and Issues for October 2023 including feral horses, area dredging, and new park stewardship. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild. https://wildcumberland.org/
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - September 2023
Welcome to the Wild Cumberland Podcast. Our first episode happened to occur during National Wilderness Month! Hear updates from our monthly email newsletter. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild. https://wildcumberland.org/
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The Wild Cumberland Podcast - Trailer
What is The Wild Cumberland Podcast? This podcast seeks to dive into the news and issues affecting Cumberland Island. We'll also bring in more voices and more content that goes deeper than our email newsletter allows. The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit...
About this show
The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to protecting the wilderness, native species, and the ecology of Cumberland Island, Georgia.
We’re a grassroots group – made up of regular people who are working to ensure that Cumberland Island and its Wilderness remain protected.
This podcast seeks to dive into the news and issues affecting Cumberland Island. We'll also bring in more voices and more content that goes deeper than our email newsletter allows.
That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.
https://wildcumberland.org/
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