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From The Forest

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Catskills
Forestry
Catskill Mountains
Wildlife Management
Woodworking
Climate Change
Catskill Forest Association
Conservation
Fire Ecology
American Chestnut
Bogs
Tulip Poplar
Aldo Leopold
Cougar Recovery
Hemlock
Maple Syrup
Ginseng
Biodiversity
Hazelnuts
Metal Detecting

Talking all-things-forestry, every Wednesday, for 10 years and counting. New guest speakers every week. Listen to the archives at catskillforest.org/radio. Contact us at cfa@catskillforest.org.

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America is turning 250 years old, but for the last century it has been without one its most cherished trees--the American chestnut--due to an invasive blight. SilvaBIo is now ready to bring this tree back through a scientific breakthrough.

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On this week's show we'll be talking to Ethan Cramton. Ethan will discuss past, present, and future forests in the Catskills region, industry trends, and highlight the recent development of Baillie Forestry Division's Private Land Management Program.... more

Every 3rd Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the pitch pine tree.

Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner o... more

Join Zane and Erik as they discuss their experiences working in the landscaping and tree care industry. They'll discuss their first impressions, learning on the job, what they liked about it and what they didn’t.

Each spring, Ryan takes a walk near where he grew up--the Shawangunk Ridge. We'll talk about this unique area, its history, how it's changing, & where it might be going.

On this week's show, we'll discuss some "Forest Forensics." Forest Forensics can be defined as the "Study of the history and ecology of forests by analyzing visual clues in the landscape... It helps us understand past human activities and natural eve... more

Every 3rd Wednesday we have Wood Artist, Gary Mead on the show to discuss a native tree, or something else forest-related. This month we'll be discussing the bald cypress tree.

Gary is the former owner of Fruitful Furnishings Sawmill & current owner... more

On this week's show, we'll be discussing some of the most melodic summer songsters of the Catskill Mountain forest--the thrushes. Mike Porter knows his birds & we'll get some insight about these summer migrants.

Mike is a retired teacher from Margar... more

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Recent Guests

Ethan Cramton
Manager of Baillie Forestry Division's Private Lands Program
Baillie Group
Episode: Ballie Group's New Forestry Division with Ethan Cramton
Tom Lindtveit
Owner of Woodsman Forest Products; retired EMT, firefighter, fire instructor
Woodsman Forest Products
Episode: Forest Talk with Tom Lindtveit
Jason Egan
Owner of Egan Performance Saws, EPS
Egan Performance Saws
Episode: Egan Performance Saws with Jason Egan
Gary Mead
Tree expert and guest on the show
Episode: Persimmon with Gary Mead
Giovanna D'Angelo
Mushroom cultivation expert leading the Forest Farming Program at the Catskill Forest Association
Catskill Forest Association
Episode: Fungi Cultivation with Giovanna D'Angelo
Eric Heidenfelder
Contributor discussing tools, methods, and practical aspects of inoculation
Catskill Forest Association
Episode: Fungi Cultivation with Giovanna D'Angelo
Mike Porter
Board president, Catskill Forest Association
Catskill Forest Association
Episode: Maple Myths & More
Mark Turner
Assistant Professor and Wildlife Extension Specialist
Oklahoma State University
Episode: Prescribed Fire on Deer Habitat with Mark Turner
John Musacchia
Former CEO of Muzzy Products, Licensed Hunting Guide in New York, Charter Fishing Boat Captain in the Florida Keys
Muzzy Products
Episode: Burning in the Catskills with John Musacchia

Hosts

Ryan
Host on From The Forest; long-running show presence; associated with regional forestry education and CFA
Zane
Co-host and interviewer; regular on-air presence

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Firewood Season Recap with Mike Porter
Q: What factors influence your decision on which trees to cut for firewood this season?
Mike explains he prioritizes trees that are in the way of a nicer, healthier stand or are damaged, and he weighs whether cutting now saves more fuel costs later, sometimes opting to turn ash into firewood when lumber opportunities aren't favorable.
Gary's Trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains
Q: You didn't bring anything with you, did you?
Gary explains he did bring poems on his phone and even read aloud at the poetry reading, turning an unexpected setup into a memorable moment.
Burning in the Catskills with John Musacchia
Q: How do you teach a young kid conservation?
By getting kids involved in hands-on experiences like fishing, gardening, and exploring nature.
Prescribed Fire on Deer Habitat with Mark Turner
Q: How does soil productivity relate to deer habitat management?
Mark explains that while better soil can correlate with better-sized deer, it's primarily related to land use and how sunlight impacts habitat quality.
Prescribed Fire on Deer Habitat with Mark Turner
Q: Is prescribed fire the most effective tool for managing deer habitat?
Mark confirms that prescribed fire is indeed the most effective and efficient method to manage and improve deer habitats.

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A thoughtful, long-running show focused on forestry, forest management, wildlife habitat, and practical woodcraft in the Catskills and surrounding regions. Episodes frequently feature guest experts—from arborists and loggers to university researchers and mushroom cultivators—discussing hands-on techniques (grafting, pruning, firewood, porting chainsaws), ecosystem management (deer habitat, prescribed fire, invasive threats), and regional forestry culture. Content often blends field stories with actionable guidance for professionals and hobbyists, highlighting community programs, local forestry education, and sustainable practices. A standout aspect is the mix of technical how-tos with cultural storytelling, veteran hosts, and a strong regio... more

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5. Giovanna D'Angelo
6. Eric Heidenfelder
7. Mike Porter
8. Mark Turner

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