Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCelebrating Pennsylvania's historic place in America's 250th birthday
Season 4 Episode 2
The story of the United States of America cannot be told without Pennsylvania. Independence Hall. The Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia. The …
9 months, 1 week ago
Exploring ancient rock carvings in the Susquehanna River with Paul Nevin
Season 4 Episode 1
Hundreds of years ago, a group of Native Americans living along the lower Susquehanna River made an indelible mark on the valley. At what is now know…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Hemlocks to Hellbenders Season 4 Trailer
Season 4
Welcome, fellow explorers. My name is Christian Alexandersen and I’m the host of Hemlocks to Hellbenders, a podcast highlighting Pennsylvania’s parks…
10 months ago
Feeling posh? Try one of Pennsylvania's new state park glamping sites
Season 3 Episode 22
For a long time, there’s been this mostly unspoken rule that “real” outdoor experiences have to be rugged. You’ve got to rough it, hike ten miles in …
11 months, 1 week ago
Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center - How one tree led to a thriving outdoor classroom
Season 3 Episode 21
In Pennsylvania, every state park has its purpose. Allegheny Islands shows people what undeveloped islands once looked like on the river. Colton Poin…
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Under the surface of the Keystone State with geologist Russell Losco
Season 3 Episode 20
One of the strangest things about getting older has been the shift in my interests. Despite being intensely curious as a kid, I never cared about nat…
1 year ago
Salt Springs State Park - Explore ancient hemlocks, waterfalls and wildflowers in NEPA
Season 3 Episode 19
What is it that makes a state park special? It’s a question I’ve asked my self countless times since I began exploring Pennsylvania’s public lands in…
1 year ago
Uncovering the battles that scarred Pennsylvania's public lands with author Brady J. Crytzer
Season 3 Episode 18
When people think about history, especially armed conflicts, many picture dusty textbooks, old maps and long-forgotten generals. But here in Pennsylv…
1 year, 1 month ago
Connecting communities through conservation with the South Mountain Partnership
Season 3 Episode 18
When you stand on the ridgeline of South Mountain and look out across the valleys, you see more than just trees and farmland. You see orchards stretc…
1 year, 1 month ago
Hyner Run & Hyner View State Parks - Uncover adventure in the forest & in the clouds
Season 3 Episode 18
When you stand at the edge of Hyner View State Park, it feels like Pennsylvania has stretched itself out just for you. Rolling mountains covered in e…
1 year, 2 months ago