This is a plant that will test your nature awareness. How long does the sting last? Tune in to find out!

Also, hear how Judy’s mockingbird problem is working out.  Listen to the original mockingbird episode.

Learn more about stinging nettle on the Ohio State University website.

Learn all about the snake that is often harmed by humans out of fear. Bill and Bob will share stories and facts that will help you be a little more at home with the black rat snake.

Photos by John Howard

Some people get upset when they see signs of moles but not the Nature Guys. Find out all the amazing attributes of this little creature.

Dandelion with falcate orange tip

Dandelions may be an eyesore to some but not to us. In fact we like them so much we eat them!

An annual dandelion festival is held in Ohio Amish Country in early May.  You can taste dandelion wine and lots of other dandelion foods! Learn more at Breitenbach Winery’s website.

Picture by John Howard

Bill and Bob spend three days together leading wildflower hikes. They both take away some valuable lessons.

Listen in as we explore the fascinating world of the hummingbird – the only bird that can truly hover.

Follow the hummingbird migration at hummingbirdcentral.com. Learn how to make your own hummingbird nectar without red dye at nationalzoo.si.edu.

Photo by John Howard

Join Bill and Bob as they explore the world of the masked bandits who can create both havoc and hilarity as they invade the human world.

Learn more about raccoon tracks at naturetracks.com.

Photo by John Howard

Bill is all excited about spring fungi.  Join us to learn about three types of fungi that you can find on your next walk in the woods.

Morel

Dryad’s saddle

Scarlet cup

Jake and Sarah just found a bat in their house for the third time!  Listen in as Bill and Bob explore bats and some possible solutions to Jake and Sarah’s dilemma.

Be sure to read Jake’s followup “Bats! The Sequel I Never Wanted to Write” on our listeners’ stories page.

Photo by John Howard

Turns out the tree of heaven is not so heavenly! Tune in to find out all about the tree that is not a blessing!

Visit the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website to learn more about the tree of heaven.