The Hidden World of Freshwater Mussels with Mary Sollows

The Hidden World of Freshwater Mussels with Mary Sollows

Who knew that a creature that looks so simple could have such a complicated life cycle? Freshwater mussels are among the most important, and most overlooked, species in our rivers and streams. In this episode, Mary Sollows brings us along to explore their life cycles, ecological importance, and what we can do to help protect these commonly overlooked animals of our freshwater ecosystems. Connect with Us: Website: https://saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWhJQmZCRUY2dUhnWmQ1QjdmS1VVRG5qeU54UXxBQ3Jtc0tudXJBakM1Wk9nSUhBeFBwUUxyMENZbXZzVjlsTTVVcVRFM3ItQlcwOGdwVEV6WHlwT3U0cVZxNHN5elhHODQyQ2NXTm1jdTdXVWJVbzM3enBBNnd2Zmd3dVdVU045QWtaN2d3QTI5VHlNRjFaUS0wdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fsaintjohnnaturalistsclub.org%2F&v=gw3t7yfNvR4] Facebook, Instagram & Bluesky: @NatureSaintJohn Produced by: The Saint John Naturalists Club Host: Kate Jankowski (co-president, SJNC) Music track: Forgiveness by Epic Spectrum

Mycology with Dr. Alfredo Justo

Dr. Alfredo Justo is the Curator of Botany and Mycology at the New Brunswick Museum. His experience in the field, the lab and public outreach has inspired many to dive into the world of mushrooms and fungi.    Connect with Us: Website: https://saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org Facebook, Instagram & Bluesky: @NatureSaintJohn   Produced by: The Saint John Naturalists Club Host: Kate Jankowski (co-president, SJNC)   Music track: Forgiveness by Epic Spectrum

Lichens with Kendra Driscoll

Kendra Driscoll is the Curatorial Assistant for Botany & Mycology in the Department of Natural History of the New Brunswick Museum.   In this episode, Kendra sits down and explains the fascinating tiny world of lichens in the Saint John New Brunswick region.   Connect with Us: Website: https://saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org Facebook, Instagram & Bluesky: @NatureSaintJohn   Produced by: The Saint John Naturalists Club Host: Kate Jankowski (co-president, SJNC)   Music track: Forgiveness by Epic Spectrum

The Ruby-throated Hummingbird with Paul Mansz

In this episode of In Our Nature Saint John, we sit down with Paul Mansz to explore one of Saint John New Brunsciwk’s most loved and fascinating birds, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Paul shares insights into its migration, its life history, and the remarkable adaptations that allow this tiny bird to travel such vast distances. Along the way, we dive into fun and surprising facts that make the Ruby-throated Hummingbird a true gem in our natural world.

The Unique Geology of Saint John with Don MacPhail

In this episode, we sit down with Don MacPhail to learn about the unique and complex geology present in Saint John New Brunswick, and where you can go to see some of these ancient rocks yourself.   Connect with Us: Website: https://saintjohnnaturalistsclub.org Facebook, Instagram & Bluesky: @NatureSaintJohn   Produced by: The Saint John Naturalists Club Host: Kate Jankowski (co-president, SJNC)   Music track: Forgiveness by Epic Spectrum