Days at Dogwood Canyon
This podcast will take you into Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center’s 200-acre wildlife preserve in the heart of the DFW metroplex. Take a quick weekly break with us and get outside with the fresh air, the trees, and, of course, the birds.
Dogwood Canyon Summer Artist in Residence
Summary: Join us this summer to meet our second Artist in Residence, June Covington.
Show Notes:
Cedar Hill Artists interested in 2026 Summer Artist in Residence can email dcac@audubon.org,
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Birds of Dogwood Canyon : Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Summary: This summer, catch a glimpse of the Yellow-billed Cuckoo at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center.
Show Notes:
Audio provided by Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
American Birding Destinations
Summary: On this Fourth of July join Kiersten as she highlights some great birding spots throughout the United States.
Show Notes:
Birding the Harriet Tubman Byway: https://delmarvabirding.com/birding-the-harriet-tubman-byway/
Alabama Audubon: https://alaudubon.org/event
The Joe Farm: https://www.connectingwithbirdsandnaturetours.com/
Georgia Colonial Coast Trail: https://georgiabirdingtrails.com/colonialcoast
Audubon Magazine “Explore Black Heritage at These Southern Birding Destinations”,
https://www.audubon.org/magazine/explore-black-heritage-these-southern-birding-destinations
Audio provided by Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audub...
Saline Lakes and the Wilson's Phalarope
Summary: Saline Lakes? Is that a real thing? Yes it is and they are an extremely important and endangered habitat that many species of birds depend on. Join Kiersten as she takes you on a journey with the Wilson’s Phalarope.
Show Notes:
“Must Add Water”, by Andy McGlashen. Audubon Magazine, Spring 2024
National Audubon website: https://www.audubon.org/
Latest news about saline lakes: https://www.audubon.org/news/innovative-program-supporting-protection-irreplaceable-saline-lakes
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.fac...
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Frogfruit
Summary: Frog-what? Frogfruit! No it’s not an amphibian, it an amazing native plant! Join Kiersten to find out about this unusually named plant.
Show Notes:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Swainson's Thrush
Summary: Our summer residents are here! Today we’ll talk about the Swainson's Thrush.
Show Notes:
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Blackland Prairie Pocket Prairie
Summary: Are you going to mow that grass in front of your building? We get that question a lot, so today we’re talking about that little patch of grass. Join Kiersten to find out about Dogwood Canyon’s Blackland Prairie Pocket Prairie
Show Notes:
Native Prairies Association of Texas: https://texasprairie.org
Native American Seed: https://seedsource.com
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you...
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Summary: What is that tiny little bird you see flitting around the edges of your tree? It could be a Blue-gray Gnatcatcher! Join us for a look at this extraordinary bird.
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Cutleaf Daisy
Summary: Add a little pop of color to your garden with this beautiful yellow flower! Join Dogwood Canyon for this month's Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Cutleaf Daisy.
Show Notes:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Trinity River Audubon Center: Environmental Justice
Summary: What is environmental justice? Good question! Join Kiersten and special guest, Marcus Cole from Trinity River Audubon, to find out.
Show Notes:
Environmental Justice Program May 17, 11a-1230p: https://trinityriver.audubon.org/events/environmental-justice
Trinity River Audubon Center: https://trinityriver.audubon.org/
Marcus Cole, Senior Coordinator, Environmental Education: 214-309-5816, marcus.cole@audubon.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment yo...
Event Spaces
Summary: Looking for a new space to host your next birthday party, baby shower, or small wedding? Check out our Event Spaces and bring a little nature to your next party!
Show Notes:
Event Space Link: https://dogwood.audubon.org/rental
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Female Bird Day with the Galbatrosses
Summary: Female birds sing too! I bet you didn’t know that! Join Kiersten and a special guest as they talk about Female Bird Day and what new behaviors we’re learning about female birds.
Show Notes:
Female Bird Song Project: femalebirdsong.org
Find the Galbatrosses: https://femalebirdday.wordpress.com
Register for Dogwood Canyon's Female Bird Walk: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/female-bird-walk/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have...
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Summary: One of the most loved spring migrant birds is the Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Join Kiersten as she talks a little bit about this amazing flyer.
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Golden-cheeked Warbler Watch
Summary: The Golden-cheeked Warbler is back at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center! Join Kiersten as she talks about a new program to help keep an eye on this bird at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center.
Show Notes:
Golden-cheeked Warbler Guided Hike: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/golden-cheeked-warbler-guided-hike/
Call 469-526-1980 or email dcac@audubon.org for information about Warbler Watch.
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can...
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Switchgrass
Summary: Switchgrass! Don’t overlook this amazing native.
Show Notes:
Spring Plant Sale: https://dogwood.audubon.org/plantsale
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Audubon Delta: Native Agriculture to Invigorate Ecosystems (NATIVE) Program
Summary: Audubon Delta has an amazing NATIVE program: Native Agriculture to Invigorate Ecosystems that is working with small farmers to help the environment and the farmers at the same time. Join Kiersten and special guest, Jonathan Young, to hear all about this innovative program.
Show Notes:
Audubon Delta: https://delta.audubon.org/
NATIVE Program: https://delta.audubon.org/conservation/mississippi-working-lands
Jonathan Young, Habitat and Working Lands Program Manager: jyoung@audubon.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page h...
Blue Jays and Whiskey
Summary: What do Blue Jays and Whiskey have in common? Join Kiersten to find out in this interesting episode that brings together organizations that typically never intersect.
Show Notes:
“Making a Stand,” by Kate Morgan. Audubon Magazine Winter 2024
White Oak Initiative: https://whiteoakinitiative.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Slow Birding at Dogwood Canyon
Summary: Don't know what Slow Birding is? Join Kiersten as she talks about this super fun way to bird watch.
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Audubon Texas: Texas Women In Conservation
Summary: Join Kiersten and a special guest for this bonus episode celebrating Women's History Month and Texas Women in Conservation!
Show notes:
Audubon Texas: https://tx.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Invasive Hedge Parsley
Summary: This episode we'll talk about another non-native, invasive plant Hedge Parsley. Join Kiersten to find out what it looks like and how we can fight it.
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Nashville Warbler
Summary: Have you seen the Nashville Warbler? Join Kiersten to find out where and when you can see this lovely warbler.
Show Notes:
First Saturday Bird Walk: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/1st-saturday-bird-walk/
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Group Hikes
Summary: Want to hike but have no one to go with? Join our Group Hikes!
Show Notes:
Group Hikes: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/group-hike/
Women’s Hiking Meet-Up (Women Only): https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/womens-hiking-meet-up/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Mourning Dove
Summary: What’s that cooing you hear? Could it be a Mourning Dove? Join us as we talk about the Mourning Dove in this episode of Birds of Dogwood Canyon.
Show Notes:
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Show the Limpkin Some Love
Summary: This Valentine’s Day we’re going to show the Limpkin some love! This long overlooked bird has been getting some much deserved attention lately. Listen to find out why!
Show Notes:
Audubon Magazine Fall 2024 Edition: “All of a Sudden It’s a Limpkin World,” by Scott Weidensaul
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Troutlily
Summary: What is that tiny little white flower popping up at the end of the winter season? Join Kiersten as she tells you all about this cute little native plant.
Show Notes:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
If you have a question or comment you can email us at: dcac@audubon.org
New Year, New Learning Workshops
Summary: It's a new year! Want to start a new project? Need some help getting that off the ground? Join us for some workshops this year aimed at connecting you to science and nature.
Show Notes:
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Workshop Schedule for 2025:
Landscape Design Workshop - March 22, 2025
Community Science Workshop - April 19, 2025
Invasive Plant Identification Workshop - May 24, 2025
Visit our website for more d...
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Toothache Tree
Summary: We are on a roll with the strange names of our Native Plants. Today we’re talking about the Toothache Tree and you don’t want to miss it!
Show Notes:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: White-throated Sparrow
Summary: Our winter residents are here! Today we’ll talk about the White-throated Sparrow.
Show Notes:
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Audubon North Carolina Urban Forestry Program
Summary: What’s an urban forest? Good question! Join Kiersten and Hannah from Audubon North Carolina to find out what an urban forest is and the brand new program Audubon North Carolina has to protect and preserve it.
Show Notes:
Audubon North Carolina: https://nc.audubon.org/
Hannah Pursley - Program Manager, Forests: hannah.pursley@audubon.org
How can you help?
Here's a link to a recent blog post on how to help:
https://nc.audubon.org/news/post-helene-updates-and-support-western-nc-audubon-chapters
Urban Forestry Network : https://www...
Native Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Frostweed
Summary: Frostweed? What a strange name for a plant. Join Kiersten as she tells you all about this interesting plant that provides a beautiful winter surprise.
Show Notes:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – https://www.wildfower.org
Native American Seeds: Verbesina virginica (Frostweed) https://seedsource.com/frostweed/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Birds at Dogwood Canyon: Ruby-crowned Kinglet
Summary: Winter is almost here and our winter resident birds have begun to filter into the preserve. Learn about the Ruby-crown Kinglet in this episode of Days and Dogwood Canyon.
Show Notes:
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
National Audubon: Christmas Bird Count
Summary: What does Christmas, birds, and counting have to do with each other? Join Kiersten as she tells you the story of National Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count and explains how you can participate!
Show Notes:
National Audubon Christmas Bird Count: https://www.audubon.org/community-science/christmas-bird-count
Local Texas Audubon Chapters: https://www.audubon.org/about/audubon-near-you?state=TX
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Registration for CBC: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/christmas-bird-count/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.fa...
First Day Hike
Summary: Looking for an easy way to keep those New Year’s Goals? Start off your year with our First Day Hike!
Show Notes:
First Day Hike registration link: https://dogwoodcanyonaudubon.ticketleap.com/first-day-hike-2025/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Plants of Dogwood Canyon: Invasive Species - Chinese Privet
Summary: Listen to the first episode of our new Invasive Plant Species Series to learn all about Chinese Privet. What is it? Where does it grow? How do I get rid of it?
Show Notes:
For good ID photos: National Invasive Species Information Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Chines Privet: https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/terrestial/plants/chinese-privet
For removal suggestions: Texas Invasive Species Institute, Chinese Privet: https://tsuinvasives.org/home/database/ligustrum-sinense
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.f...
National Audubon and the U.S. Farm Bill
Summary: Can farming and bird conservation work together? Listen to this episode to find out how the U.S.Farm Bill is helping not only farmers to succeed but also bird conservation efforts.
Show Notes:
“The Farm Bill’s Birdy Side” by Andy Mcglashen, Audubon Magazine Summer 2018
Farm Bill 101: https://www.farmaid.org
National Audubon: https://www.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
Thoughts from the Flock: Episode 4
Summary: This is a special episode from Audubon Texas Chapter Roundup 2024. Chapter Round up is a meeting that brings all the Audubon Chapters from around Texas together with Audubon Texas staff and partner organizations that share the mission of bird conservation. This year we interviewed a few attendees to talk about birding and bird conservation!
In this episode we talk to Natasia Moore an Urban Wildlife Biologist with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Lily Rerecich from Travis Audubon, Joy Havner from Fort Worth Audubon Society, and Steven Dammer from Central Texas Audubon
Show Notes:
To fin...
Thoughts from the Flock: Episode 3
Summary: This is a special episode from Audubon Texas Chapter Roundup 2024. Chapter Round up is a meeting that brings all the Audubon Chapters from around Texas together with Audubon Texas staff and partner organizations that share the mission of bird conservation. This year we interviewed a few attendees to talk about birding and bird conservation!
In this episode we talk to Louise Ridlon from Bastrop County Audubon and Travis Audubon, Caley Zuzula from Travis Audubon, and Jessica Womack from Travis Audubon.
Show Notes:
Travis Audubon: https://travisaudubon.org
Bastrop County Audubon Society...
Thoughts from the Flock: Episode 2
Summary: This is a special episode from Audubon Texas Chapter Roundup 2024. Chapter Round up is a meeting that brings all the Audubon Chapters from around Texas together with Audubon Texas staff and partner organizations that share the mission of bird conservation. This year we interviewed a few attendees to talk about birding and bird conservation!
In this episode we talk to Patsy Inglet from Bexar Audubon South Central Texas, Sheila Hargis from Travis Audubon, and Jan Goebel from Bastrop County Audubon.
Show Notes: To find more information about interview topics or Chapter contact information:
Audubo...
Audubon Texas Chapter Roundup - Thoughts from the Flock: Episode 1
Thoughts from the Flock: Episode 1
Summary: This is a special episode from Audubon Texas Chapter Roundup 2024. Chapter Round up is a meeting that brings all the Audubon Chapters from around Texas together with Audubon Texas staff and partner organizations that share the mission of bird conservation. This year we interviewed a few attendees to talk about birding and bird conservation!
In this episode we talk to Chris Corpus from the Dallas Zoo, Azalia Rodriguez from Defenders of Wildlife, and Dave Mintz from Travis Audubon.
Show Notes: To find more information about interview...
Birds of Dogwood Canyon: Cedar Waxwing
Cedar Waxwing:
Summary: Winter residents are on their way! Find out about the intriguing Cedar Waxwing in this episode of Birds of Dogwood Canyon.
Show Notes:
Bird Song Provided by - Lang Elliot Music of Nature: https://musicofnature.com/audubon-bird-songs/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center https://dogwood.audubon.org/
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Dogwood.Canyon.Audubon
