Days at Dogwood Canyon

Bird Surveys and how they help us protect birds from window strikes

Summary: What is a bird survey? There are several types of bird surveys, but today we're talking about the kind that helps us understand  how birds and buildings interact

The Quintessential Hummingbird Flower: Standing Cypress

Summary: The name Standing Cypress probably brings to mind a tall tree but this is a beautiful wildflower native to the Blackland Prairie Ecoregion that attracts hummingb

Lights Out, Texas and Beyond: Saving Birds One Light, and One Window, at a Time

Summary: Most of our beloved songbirds migrate at night and our bright cities and neighborhoods hamper their efforts. Bright buildings can cause birds to collide with wi

"Nothing Common About Me" Common Nighthawk

Summary: Today we're talking about the acrobat of the skies, the Common Nighthawk! Join Kiersten and Sam to find our why these birds are some of the coolest out there.  

Bird Conservation and the Farm Bill 2026

Summary: The title "Farm Bill" doesn't conjure conservation efforts, but this federal bill holds some of the most important programs to advance our countries bird conserv

The Perfect Pollinator Plant Texas Lantana

Summary: Are you looking for the perfect Texas native plant for your garden? Join Michaela and Kiersten as they talk about the perfect pollinator plant, Texas Lantana.  

How to Keep Your Bird Feeder from Becoming a Disease Depot

Summary: We all love feeding birds but when we offer supplementary food stations we have an obligation to keep them disease free. What kinds of diseases can birds get fro

The Incredible Indigo Bunting

Summary: Have you ever had an encounter in nature you just couldn't forget? Join Kiersten and Michaela as they talk about emotional connections with Indigo Buntings. Sho

Fitbits and Missing Mallards

Birds. Plants. Wildlife. Conservation.   Produced by Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, part of the National Audubon Society, this weekly podcast explores the natural world t

Birds of Texas: Summer Tanager

Summary: Who's that big red songbird singing out there? Could it be a Summer Tanager? Join Kiersten and Julie to learn about this summer resident of Texas. Show Notes:

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Texas Cupgrass

Summary: Looking for an interesting native grass to attract birds to your yard? Join Kiersten and Julie for a look at a grass that can do just that! Show Notes: Lady Bi

Summertime at Dogwood Canyon

Summary: Looking for something new to do this summer? Join us at Dogwood Canyon! We have fun for everyone. Show Notes: Beginning Birding Workshop for Teens and Adults:

Conserva Aves Projects

Summary: Join Kiersten to learn about four projects Audubon’s new partner in the Latin American region, Conserva Aves, is supporting. Show Notes: National Audubon Latin

Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Black Vulture

Summary: Is it a plane? Is it Superman? No! It’s a Black Vulture. Join Kiersten and Sam to learn about the amazing Black Vulture in this episode of Birds of Dogwood Canyo

Birding 101

Summary: “What’s that bird?” Has that thought ever crossed your mind? Would you like to gain the skills to answer that question? Join us for a Birding 101 class. Show No

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Cherokee Sedge

Summary: Is that a grass? Nope! It’s a sedge. Want to know what a sedge is? Join Kiersten and Sam for a look at this cool native Texas plant. Show Notes: Shop Online he

Rodenticide: Deadly Decision

Summary: Got rats? Think before you use a rodenticide to solve your problem. Some poisons can be deadly to more than just rats.   Show Notes: Special thanks to Cheryl

Young Birders Club of DFW: Dallas County Soarers

Summary: Updated episode! Are you, or someone you know, a young birder looking for a group of like minded young birders?  Listen to the end for new information. Show No

Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Black-chinned Hummingbird

Summary: Join Kiersten and Julie as they take a closer look at the Black-chinned Hummingbird. Show Notes: Black-chinned Hummingbird audio provided by Lang Elliot Music

Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Gregg's Mistflower

Summary: This spring we are talking about Gregg’s Mistflower, a pretty little bluish-purple flower that is the talk of the town!   Show Notes:   We forgot to mention t