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Wildfulness
by WildernessGirl
Wildfulness is a blog/podcast on nature, wellness, & life in the Allegany Highlands of Western Maryland. For visitors, residents, & everyone in between. A one-stop vacation station! Show notes at www.WILDFUL.WORDPRESS.COM.
Episodes
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#56 The Mighty Youghiogheny River, "Scenic and Wild"
Wherein we discover Maryland's only Wild and Scenic River, learn all the fun and recreation it offers, and discover the delicate ecological balance needed to keep it both rare and wonderful.
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#55 B-52 Bomber Down, Lost in the Maryland Mountains!
Wherein we hear the story of "Buzz One Four" and its crew, and how the B-52 bomber carrying a large nuclear payload crashed in the 56,000 acre Savage River State Forest in 1964 during a blizzard. Hear just how close we came to a nuclear detonation during that Cold War incident. Check out this...
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#54 The Ballad of Melky Miller & Rye Whiskey in Western Maryland
Wherein we hear the story of German immigrant Melchior J. Miller (Melky) and his distillery in Accident, MD. How whiskey triumphed over rum and applejack in Colonial Days, leading eventually to a domestic tax on it that caused a "Whiskey Rebellion." Melky's wonderful whiskey is being commemorated...
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#53 The Lost Art of (Wildful) Listening & How to Get it Back
Wherein we tune into the increasingly hard to find places on our planet that leave behind the noises of men. All those wildful places in Western Maryland where the sounds of the natural world still reign are truly treasures. Guest Gordon Hempton comes to this episode through clips from the...
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Chautauqua Then & Now: "The Most American Thing in America"
Wherein we celebrate and explore the revival of the Chautauqua movement in Garrett County, and the state of Maryland at the Festival July 3-5 at Mountain Lake Park. Hear the eclectic mixture of recreation, music, culture, education, and spiritual revival that characterized these summer gatherings...
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#51 Go Native! New Germany Park Native Plant Festival, May 11
Wherein we celebrate all the wonderful things that NATIVE PLANTS can do for us and our environment, with a fun Mountain Maryland Native Plant Festival on Saturday, May 11. Demos of plants, speakers, many different growers to choose from to purchase plants, events for the kids, and much more. Hear...
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#50: Leave It to the Beavers: Their Secret Lives & Why They Matter in Western MD
Wherein we dive deep into how beavers made American great back in the day, when they created pools and wetlands alongside the clear flowing streams, how they nearly became extinct, and how we can work with beavers today to reclaim our headwaters and wetlands, to the benefit of all, especially…
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#49 The Great Allegheny Passage Bike Trail: Where Fun, Fitness, Nature, and History, Come Together
Wherein we explore all the fun, adventure, and history, not to mention fitness, that can be found on this beautiful and unique rail trail. Hear from Bryan Perry, Executive Director of the Allegheny Trail Alliance, with insider tips and information on how to have the best experience, view the WQED...
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#36 Garrett County Celtic Festival, Key to the Culture of Western MD
Wherein we explore all the fun and edu-tainment to be had at the June 2, 2018 Garrett County Celtic Festival, with guest interview Fred Fox, event organizer and supporter. It's about gaelic music (bands), historic re-enactments, highland dancing, food and gift vendors, children's activities, and...
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#35 Coal in Western MD Part Two: What Happened to the Coal Towns, with Guest Jim Rada
Wherein we continue to explore the impact of coal on the culture & economy of Western MD, by listening to Jim Rada, author & historian, share the story about how the town of Shallmar was saved from starvation, at Christmas time, in 1949. All at www.wildful.wordpress.com, the one-stop vacation...
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#30 The Ruffed Grouse in MD: A Bird in Decline & Why We Should Care
Wherein we discover a bird percussionist who is struggling to survive, and how we can do ourselves a favor, and help. All at www.wildful.wordpress.com. Your one-stop vacation station.
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#24: What’s New at WISP, Featuring Jerry Geisler, GM
Wherein we chat with General Manager Jerry Geisler about recent developments at WISP, the season opening, the world's largest yurts, and how far the resort has come since it's humble beginnings in 1955. www.wildful.wordpress.com.
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#19 Leo Beachy: Inspiration from Another Time
Wherein we explore the inspiring life & work of Leo Beachy, and deepen our connection to a very special place. Complete show notes at www.Wildful.Wordpress.com.
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#16 New in Town: Monkey Business Adventure Park: Wait . . . WHAT!?!
Wherein we explore the new Monkey Business Aerial Adventure Park in Deep Creek and interview Ms. Jordan Smith, Operations Manager. It's awesome, see details at www.wildful.wordpress.com
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#14 Autumn Awesomeness Meets Mountain StarGazing
Wherein we explore how great it is to stargaze on a crisp autumn night in the hills of Western Maryland, and what apps and websites can help us put a little wonder in our wildfulness.
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What is Wildfulness about?
Wildfulness is a blog/podcast on nature, wellness, & life in the Allegany Highlands of Western Maryland. For visitors, residents, & everyone in between. A one-stop vacation station! Show notes at www.WILDFUL.WORDPRESS.COM.
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Wildfulness has 15 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Wildfulness is created and hosted by WildernessGirl.
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