Conservation Starters
Conservation Starters is a podcast created by the Thurston Conservation District. This series is dedicated to empowering Thurston County residents to steward our shared natural resources. Through thoughtful conversations with TCD staff, community partners, and community members we explore a program or issue related to the work of the Conservation District and how our community can engage with us and our staff.
Podcasting since 2021 • 40 episodes
Conservation Starters
Latest Episodes
An Inside Look at Thurston Conservation District
This week, we’re joined by TCD’s Executive Director, Sarah Moorehead, for an inside look at what’s new at TCD. We dive into our exciting new strategic plan and the behind-the-scenes work that brought it to life. We also share important updates ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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52:39
Bee Kind to Insects
On this month's episode of Conservation Starters we are joined by Corin Pease, Pollinator Conservation Specialist at Xerces Society & NRCS Partner Biologist. Corin’s experience spans agriculture, entomology, and integrated pest management (...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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49:46
Leaf to Life: Macroinvertebrates and Carbon Cycling
On this month's episode of Conservation Starters we are joined by Dr. Carri LeRoy a local researcher and professor at The Evergreen State College. Together, we discuss why improving water quality is important, the role macroinvertebrates play i...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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49:22
Flying Through the Riparian Zone
On this month's episode of Conservation Starters we are joined by Kim Adelson, vice president and education chair of the South Sound Bird Alliance. Together, we dive into the the world of birds. We discuss the role birds play in riparian ...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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52:36
Working with Beavers: Nature’s Ecosystem Engineer
On this month's episode of Conservation Starters we are joined by Elyssa Kerr, Executive Director of Beavers Northwest. Together, we dive into the the world of beavers. We discuss the history of the American Beaver and hear all about why this c...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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45:06