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How to Grow a Naturalist Jun 23, 2025

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When Paula Whyman first started working on the land in her backyard, she had no idea how to turn it into a healthy ecosystem! With lots of help and hard work, Paula is now growing into the title of "naturalist"- and you can, too! Guest: Paula Whyman, author of “Bad Naturalist: One Woman’s Ecological Education on a Wild Virginia Mountaintop"

Say Cheese, Hummingbird! Jun 16, 2025

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Eric Pittman loves taking pictures of the hummingbirds in his backyard. Over the years, he’s become a citizen scientist, documenting hummingbird societies up close and learning more about these amazing little birds. Guest: Eric Pittman, Hummingbirds Up Close Photo credit: Eric Pittman Hummingbird audio courtesy of Eric Pittman HUMMINGBIRD VIDEO HERE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJXdtoJzsjb/?igsh=NTcxY3FhZGVwdHlm

When Botanists Braved the Colorado Jun 09, 2025

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In 1938, the raging rapids of the Colorado River were untamed and the plants that grew there were unknown. Two botanists, Alzada Clover and Lois Jotter, set out to document the plants and in doing so became the first known women to raft the Colorado River. Guest: Melissa Sevigny, author of “Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon.” PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

Wild Ways Animals Battle to Win Jun 02, 2025

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In the animal kingdom, creatures big and small fight to get what they need to survive. Join us as Lee Dugatkin, an expert on animal interactions, explains how different species battle it out in the wild. Guest: Lee Dugatkin, professor of biology at the University of Louisville and author of “Power in the Wild: The Subtle and Not-So-Subtle Ways Animals Strive for Control over Others” PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

Become a Crewmate on Spaceship Earth May 26, 2025

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As a NASA astronaut, Nicole Stott has been a crewmate on two different missions to the International Space Station. It was in space that she realized that we are all crewmates- crewmates on Spaceship Earth! Guest: Nicole Stott, retired NASA astronaut; author of “Back to Earth: What Life in Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet- And Our Mission to Protect It”; Founding Director of the Space for Art Program PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

Night Magic May 19, 2025

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Leigh Ann Henion knows that when the sun goes down, nocturnal creatures come out to enjoy the nighttime world. Salamanders, fireflies, moths, and moon gardens are all part of this night magic! PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

Diving Deep May 12, 2025

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Zandile Ndhlovu didn’t grow up spending time in the ocean, but once she gave it a try, she never wanted to stop! Now she’s a free diving instructor, dedicated to helping her community become more comfortable in the underwater world. PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

A Real-Life Treasure Hunt May 05, 2025

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As a National Geographic explorer, Alastair Humphreys has gone on adventures all over the world. For a year, he gave himself a new quest—experience adventure and wonder, without leaving his town’s map. Guest: Alastair Humphreys, National Geographic Explorer and author of "Local: A Search for Nearby Nature and Wildness" PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

The Funky World Under Your Feet Apr 28, 2025

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Sasha Reed studies a community in that natural world that you’ve probably never heard of before- biocrust. Made up of lichen, algae, moss, and bacteria, this funky world beneath your feet is full of wonder! PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

A Hare in the House Apr 21, 2025

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Chloe Dalton was used to living in the big, busy city, but when she relocated to a small town in Northern England, her new neighbors drew her attention to the outdoors. Discover the wonder of wild hares! Guest: Chloe Dalton, author of “Raising Hare: A Memoir” PRINT YOUR COLORING PAGE HERE: https://bit.ly/cwk_adventure You can send pictures of your art to constantwonder@byu.edu!

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