In this episode, we introduce a few tweaks to improve production quality, organize things a little better, identify an SBLC supporting organization, and begin our new segment about the special places of our watershed. The main topic for today's episode is the planning of our annual programming calendar! We discuss campouts, nature photography workshops, volunteerism, orienteering, and nature-based crafts. This episode brought to you by SBLC sponsor Weinlander Fitzhugh <a href="https://www.wf-cpas.com/">https://www.wf-cpas.com/</a> Bay City State Park <a href="https://www.michigan.org/property/bay-city-state-park">https://www.michigan.org/property/bay-city-state-park</a> Gates Lodge <a href="https://gateslodge.com/">https://gateslodge.com/</a> Sand Point Nature Preserve <a href="http://www.sblc-mi.org/sand-point-nature-preserve.html">http://www.sblc-mi.org/sand-point-nature-preserve.html</a> Wah Sash Kah Moqua Nature Preserve <a href="http://www.sblc-mi.org/wah-sash-kah-moqua-nature-preserve.html">http://www.sblc-mi.org/wah-sash-kah-moqua-nature-preserve.html</a> Little Forks Outfitters <a href="https://littleforks.com/">https://littleforks.com/</a> <a rel="payment" href="http://www.sblc-mi.org/giving.html">Support the show</a> (http://www.sblc-mi.org/giving.html)

Riverbend West: Restoration and discovery in our community

Exploring, enjoying, and conserving Michigan’s great outdoors. Fox and the Forest is a relaxed and varied discussion centered on the intersection of people and nature. While not focused exclusively on the work of the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy, the podcast is brought to you by the Conservancy staff and their guests. As conservationists and outdoor enthusiasts, the hosts and guests will cover topics that may range from deep-dive conservation issues to birding, to the latest gear for hiking, and nature photography. Each episode will also feature information about outdoor recreation project and programs, as well as environmental or conservation projects in Michigan.