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Watershed Weekly

Watershed Weekly

By Tracy Wirak-Cassidy

A natural history radio program to heighten ecological literacy and create deeper connections with the natural world.
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Episode 10 Bald Eagles and the Preserve

Watershed WeeklyDec 09, 2021

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Episode 50 Moose and Raven

Episode 50 Moose and Raven

Haines 5th grade students share their research.

Mar 19, 202405:00
Episode 49 Lynx and Snowshoe Hare

Episode 49 Lynx and Snowshoe Hare

Haines 5th grade students share their research.

Mar 19, 202404:60
Episode 48 Black Bear and Orca

Episode 48 Black Bear and Orca

Haines 5th grade students share their research.

Mar 19, 202405:01
Episode 47 Humpback Whales and Dungeness Crab

Episode 47 Humpback Whales and Dungeness Crab

Haines 5th grade students share their research.

Mar 19, 202405:00
Episode 46 Stormwater

Episode 46 Stormwater

Learn more about stormwater Best Management Practices in this week's episode.

Jan 18, 202404:60
Episode 45 Marine Debris

Episode 45 Marine Debris

Want to learn how you can make a positive difference on your local beaches? Check out this week's episode on marine debris.

Jan 18, 202404:60
Episode 44 Surf Scoters

Episode 44 Surf Scoters

Surf Scoters are a common site on the Upper Lynn Canal. Learn more during this week's episode of Watershed Weekly.

Jan 18, 202404:60
Tlingit Place Names of the Chilkat and Chilkoot Watersheds Part 2

Tlingit Place Names of the Chilkat and Chilkoot Watersheds Part 2

Cory Grant provides the Tlingit place names of the Chilkoot watershed and the English translation.

Mar 01, 202309:48
Tlingit Place Names of the Chilkat and Chilkoot Watersheds Part 1

Tlingit Place Names of the Chilkat and Chilkoot Watersheds Part 1

Cory Grant shares the Tlingit place names of the Chilkat and Chilkoot watersheds. This is a 2 part series.

Feb 14, 202311:19
Episode 43 Management of Coastal Resource

Episode 43 Management of Coastal Resource

There are many resources in Southeast Alaska. Learn how they are being managed in this week's episode.

Oct 21, 202205:01
Episode 42 Conservation of Healthy Salmon Populations

Episode 42 Conservation of Healthy Salmon Populations

Tim Shields explains Alaska's sustainable salmon fisheries.

Oct 21, 202205:00
Episode 41 Fieldwork

Episode 41 Fieldwork

TWC does regular water quality sampling on different tributaries of the Chilkat River. Learn more during this week's episode.

Oct 17, 202205:00
Episode 40 Speciation of Pacific Salmon

Episode 40 Speciation of Pacific Salmon

Have you ever wondered why there are 5 types of Pacific Salmon? Learn more during this week's episode.

Oct 11, 202205:00
Episode 39 Plant Succession

Episode 39 Plant Succession

After a glacier recedes a newly exposed rocky slope slowly changes into a forested land. Learn how during this episode.

Oct 11, 202204:60
Episode 38 Tongass National Forest

Episode 38 Tongass National Forest

What role do old growth forests play in mitigating climate change? Learn more during this week's episode.

Oct 10, 202205:01
Episode 37 Salmon Forest

Episode 37 Salmon Forest

What is a Salmon Forest? Learn more in this episode.

Sep 06, 202205:01
Episode 36 Riparian Zones

Episode 36 Riparian Zones

During this episode you will learn more about riparian zones and the essential services they provide.

Sep 06, 202204:59
Episode 35 Estuaries

Episode 35 Estuaries

What is Earth's greatest natural filtration system? An estuary! Learn more about these important natural areas in this episode about estuaries.

Sep 06, 202205:00
Episode 34 Clouds

Episode 34 Clouds

Look up and learn more about the clouds above our heads.

Sep 06, 202204:60
Episode 33 Stream Team

Episode 33 Stream Team

Haines and Klukwan students explain their stream measurements on Sawmill Creek, Chilkat River, and Mosquito Lake.

Aug 16, 202205:00
Episode 32 Water Temperature

Episode 32 Water Temperature

Learn more about TWC's Water Temperature program.

Aug 05, 202205:01
Episode 31 Mitigation and Restoration

Episode 31 Mitigation and Restoration

Learn about TWC's Mitigation and Restoration projects in this week's episode.

Aug 05, 202204:60
Episode 30 Decline of the PNW Salmon

Episode 30 Decline of the PNW Salmon

Tim Shields explains the decline of PNW Salmon in this Watershed Weekly episode.

Aug 05, 202205:00
Episode 29 Hawkweed

Episode 29 Hawkweed

In this episode you will learn how to identify the invasive Hawkweed and successfully remove it from your property.

Jul 20, 202205:01
Episode 28 Chinook Salmon

Episode 28 Chinook Salmon

Listeners will learn more about the Chinook Salmon in this episode of Watershed Weekly.

Jul 20, 202205:00
Episode 27 Birds of Prey

Episode 27 Birds of Prey

Learn about the Birds of Prey that visit the Chilkat Valley in Haines, Alaska.

Jul 20, 202204:60
Episode 26 Chilkoot Watershed

Episode 26 Chilkoot Watershed

There's a lot going on in the Chilkoot corridor. Learn more in the Chilkoot Watershed episode.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 25 Snowflakes

Episode 25 Snowflakes

High school students explain how snowflakes form.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 24 Exploding Trees

Episode 24 Exploding Trees

High school students from the Haines School explain how trees protect themselves from freezing and bursting in the winter.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 23 Salmon

Episode 23 Salmon

High school students from the Haines School explain the important role salmon play in the Chilkat Valley.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 22 Evergreen Trees

Episode 22 Evergreen Trees

High school students from the Haines School explain why some trees stay green year-round.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 21 Watershed Services

Episode 21 Watershed Services

What does your watershed do for you? Learn more about this in the Watershed Services episode.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 20 Takshanuk Watershed Council's Restoration Projects

Episode 20 Takshanuk Watershed Council's Restoration Projects

In this episode you will learn more about the restoration projects TWC has completed in the Chilkat Valley.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 19 Bears and Garbage

Episode 19 Bears and Garbage

Learn how you can make a difference and reduce negative bear encounters in our community.

May 03, 202205:00
Episode 18 REM Habitat Projects

Episode 18 REM Habitat Projects

Learn about TWC's REM Habitat Projects in this episode of Watershed Weekly.

Mar 30, 202205:00
Episode 17 Migratory Birds

Episode 17 Migratory Birds

This episodes reveals the journey of migratory birds in the Chilkat Valley.

Mar 30, 202205:00
Episode 16 Snow Crystals

Episode 16 Snow Crystals

How do snowflakes form? Learn more in this episode about snow crystals.

Mar 30, 202205:00
Episode 15 Managing Alaska's Watersheds

Episode 15 Managing Alaska's Watersheds

What organizations are involved in watershed management? Learn more in this episode of Watershed Weekly.

Mar 14, 202205:00
Episode 14 The Restoration Business

Episode 14 The Restoration Business

Learn more about the high cost of restoring damaged waterways. 

Mar 14, 202205:00
Episode 13 Aquatic Insects

Episode 13 Aquatic Insects

This episode teaches the listener more about the crucial roles that insects play in their ecosystems.

Mar 14, 202205:00
Episode 12 Coho Salmon

Episode 12 Coho Salmon

Learn about the lifecycle of Coho Salmon.

Dec 09, 202105:00
Episode 11 Anadromous Fish

Episode 11 Anadromous Fish

Learn more about the lifecycle of anadromous fish.

Dec 09, 202105:00
Episode 10 Bald Eagles and the Preserve

Episode 10 Bald Eagles and the Preserve

Listeners will learn about the American Bald Eagle and the Bald Eagle Preserve in Haines, Alaska.

Dec 09, 202104:60
Episode 9 Why Leaves Change Color in the Fall

Episode 9 Why Leaves Change Color in the Fall

Mare and Sal explain why leaves change color in the fall.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 8 Skunk Cabbage

Episode 8 Skunk Cabbage

Tydus teaches the listener about the Skunk Cabbage; its lifecycle and traditional uses.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 1 Introduction

Episode 1 Introduction

Welcome to Watershed Weekly an educational series to teach the listener more about their local watersheds.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 4 The Water Cycle

Episode 4 The Water Cycle

Arik and Willow explain the phases of the water cycle.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 5 The Power of Water

Episode 5 The Power of Water

Learn about waters remarkable solvent abilities and how that impacts our watersheds.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 6 Glaciers

Episode 6 Glaciers

Avari and Matilda explain how climate change is impacting glaciers in Southeast Alaska.

Dec 03, 202105:00
Episode 7 Slugs

Episode 7 Slugs

Seth and Koa teach the listener about the slugs of Southeast Alaska.

Dec 03, 202105:00