On a Lifelong Journey to Learn my Place
Download Radio Show The March 31st show featured a conversation with Jonathan Goff recorded back in September 2012. That summer he had spent working as an intern with the Sitka Conversation Society, primarily focused on plant surveys in wilderness areas. In this conversation, we talked about some of the highlights and interesting stories from his … Read more
I know I had previously walked up to see the old dam on Cascade Creek, but I can’t quite remember when I did. I’m positive it’s been more than 10 years, most likely more than 20, and quite possibly not since I was in high school (25+ years). Curious about it, I decided to take … Read more
After getting breakfast at the Backdoor this morning, I decided to take advantage of the sunny morning and only one scheduled work call and go for walk. There were Song Sparrows along the waterfront, and I saw what I suspect was a Savannah Sparrow in front of the library, but never got a good enough … Read more
Download Radio Show The March 17th show featured a conversation with Hans Thewissen, who was in town as a SIRF at the Sitka Sound Science Center. We talked about the current understanding whale evolution from their land mammal ancestors millions of years ago as well as about his work on sensory systems in whales. If … Read more
Download Radio Show The March 3rd show featured a conversation with Simon Hook. Simon has spent many summers working on tour boats in Southeast Alaska. We spoke about some of his experiences with this work, and his explorations with cameras and skiff around Sitka during this off-season. If you would like to see Simon’s photography, … Read more