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Nature Watch

Gary has more than 40 years of plant and gardening experience, an interest that started on his family’s farm. Gary is constantly adding to his knowledge of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. His specialty interests are native plants, fruit trees (especially heirloom apple varieties) and heirloom vegetables. With his training as an engineer, Gary brings a unique perspective in landscape designs utilizing plants, water features and hardscapes, such as stone, pavers and wall blocks. Gary is a Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) through the Michigan Nursery and Landscaping Association (MNLA).

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  1. 100

    Nature Watch 5/9/26

    Rare bird sightings and the next supermoon are featured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 99

    Nature Watch 5/2/26

    Cold weather and nature's response is discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 98

    Nature Watch 4/25/26

    Chandler Bos from Michigan Storm Chasers joined Gary and Jim to talk about our spring weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 97

    Nature Watch 4/18/26

    With Gary on vacation, this prerecorded edition discusses the latest nature, weather and astronomical news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 96

    Nature Watch 4/4/26

    More activity as the weather warms... and cools. Also, trivia and discussion about beavers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 95

    Nature Watch 3/28/26

    Migratory birds and fishing are topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 94

    Nature Watch 3/21/26

    Changing weather and re-emergence of hibernating animals are featured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 93

    Nature Watch 3/7/26

    Lots of new nature news this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  9. 92

    Nature Watch 2/28/26

    Late winter and early spring nature transformations are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  10. 91

    Nature Watch 2/21/26

    Signs of spring, woodpeckers, butterflies and of course, weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  11. 90

    Nature Watch 2/14/26

    Gary and Jim talk about an early look at spring, turkeys, turkey vultures, squirrels, and a difficult trivia question.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. 89

    Nature Watch 2/7/26

    Late winter nature sightings, weather and upcoming astrological events are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  13. 88

    Nature Watch 1/31/26

    Weather, polar bears and other cold subjects are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  14. 87

    Nature Watch 1/24/26

    With Gary on vacation, we hit the archives and air the show from October 25, 2025, featuring Chandler Bos from Michigan Storm Chasers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  15. 86

    Nature Watch 1/17/26

    It's Squirrel Appreciation Week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  16. 85

    Nature Watch 1/10/26

    Winter weather and winter birds are featured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  17. 84

    Nature Watch 01/03/26

    Canada geese ties up the trivia question (tough one today), plus outdoor observations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  18. 83

    Nature Watch 12/27/25

    Snowflakes are discussed, along with bird sightings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  19. 82

    Nature Watch 12/20/25

    Cougars up north are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  20. 81

    Nature Watch 12/13/25

    Weather and birds lead this week's conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  21. 80

    Nature Watch 12/6/25

    The paw paw fruit, birding, and winter weather effects are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  22. 79

    Nature Watch 11/29/25

    Discussion includes the impending snowstorm, birds, and a myth concerning weather predictions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  23. 78

    Nature Watch 11/22/25

    A unique turkey fact is shared, along with the extended forecast for early winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  24. 77

    Nature Watch 11/15/25

    Snowstorms of the past, the Northern Lights and deer awareness is featured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  25. 76

    Nature Watch 11/8/25

    Pigeons are discussed, along with impending weather and lantern bug sightings in Jackson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  26. 75

    Nature Watch 11/1/25

    Birdhouse builder Bill Stovall joins the show to talk birds and birdhouses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  27. 74

    Nature Watch 10/25/25

    Chandler Bos, vice president of Michigan Storm Chasers, joins Gary and Jim to talk weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  28. 73

    Nature Watch 10/18/25

    Weather, wolves and invasives are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  29. 72

    Nature Watch 10/11/25

    Change of seasons, change of birds and waterfowl are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  30. 71

    Nature Watch 10/4/25

    Caterpillars are discussed (no, they can't predict winter), and the answer to turtle eggs is revealed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  31. 70

    Nature Watch 9/27/25

    Squirrels and birds are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  32. 69

    Nature Watch 9/20/25

    How old is a sandhill crane when it leaves the nest? Also, turtles are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  33. 68

    Nature Watch 9/13/25

    Migratory birds, the highest flying bird, and edible plants are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  34. 67

    Nature Watch 9/6/25

    Turkey vultures are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  35. 66

    Nature Watch 8/30/25

    Bird sightings and invasives are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  36. 65

    Nature Watch 8/23/25

    World Lake Day is coming up August 27th. The guys discuss that and other nature topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  37. 64

    Nature Watch 8/16/25

    Canadian geese and mosquitos are among the topics discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  38. 63

    Nature Watch 8/9/25

    Gary discusses weather, invasives and an interesting fact about dragonflies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  39. 62

    Nature Watch 8/2/25

    Wildfire smoke, our drought status and more invasive species are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  40. 61

    Nature Watch 7/26/25

    Weather, corn sweat and invasive species are discussed, along with a possible spotted lantern bug squishing on live TV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  41. 60

    Nature Watch 7/19/25

    Astronomy and weather are two of the topics covered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  42. 59

    Nature Watch 7/12/25

    Gary was in Kansas City, Kansas for this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  43. 58

    Nature Watch 7/5/25

    Bison, astronomy and weather are discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  44. 57

    Nature Watch 6/28/25

    A drought update and invasive species are featured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  45. 56

    Nature Watch 6/21/25

    Gary and Jim discuss the impending heat wave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  46. 55

    Nature Watch 6/14/25

    Invasive plants that you shouldn't touch, and birds not normally seen in West Michigan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  47. 54

    Nature Watch 6/7/25

    Gary talks about weather-related issues and its effects on nature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  48. 53

    Nature Watch 5/31/25

    More bird discussion, and ideas to keep squirrels away from hummingbird feeders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  49. 52

    Nature Watch 5/24/25

    The bird discussion ramps up on this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  50. 51

    Nature Watch 5/17/25

    Gary checks in from South County for this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Gary has more than 40 years of plant and gardening experience, an interest that started on his family’s farm. Gary is constantly adding to his knowledge of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. His specialty interests are native plants, fruit trees (especially heirloom apple varieties) and heirloom vegetables. With his training as an engineer, Gary brings a unique perspective in landscape designs utilizing plants, water features and hardscapes, such as stone, pavers and wall blocks. Gary is a Certified Green Industry Professional (CGIP) through the Michigan Nursery and Landscaping Association (MNLA).

HOSTED BY

Gary Miller, CGIP

Produced by MWC

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Gary has more than 40 years of plant and gardening experience, an interest that started on his family’s farm. Gary is constantly adding to his knowledge of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. His specialty interests are native plants, fruit trees (especially heirloom apple...

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Nature Watch is created and hosted by Gary Miller, CGIP.
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