Episode 29-Bats with Mackenzie Hall

Episode 5-NJ State History Fair with Mark Sirak: The Department of Environmental Protection will host the 12th annual New Jersey SPIRIT of the JERSEYS History Fair on Saturday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Monmouth State Park in Manalapan. Bob Bostock spoke to the Fair’s Logistics Chairperson, Mar... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 23-National Drive Electric Week with Ryan Gergely: During the week of September 10-18, drivers and advocates of electric vehicles across the nation will be holding events as a part of National Drive Electric Week. These events will increase awareness of electric vehicles and inform consumers about their ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 3-Air Quality Awareness Week with Melinda Dower, Air Program Research Scientist: This week marks the 10 year anniversary of Air Quality Awareness Week. Here in New Jersey, the DEP is celebrating by keeping residents informed about air quality and the changes they can make in their daily lives that can improve the quality of the air w... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 1-Earth Day and an Interview with NJDEP Commissioner Bob Martin: Commissioner Martin launches the inaugural Discover DEP podcast on the 46th anniversary of Earth Day and the formation of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection by reflecting on the accomplishments of DEP during his time as Commissioner. by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Epsiode 12-Zika virus and mosquitoes with Deputy Commissioners David Glass (DEP) and Dr. Arturo Brito (DOH): The Zika virus is fast becoming a growing concern for people around the world, and as summer approaches, New Jerseyans are becoming more conscious of the virus. The DEP and the NJ Department of Health have been coordinating through their #zapZika campaig... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 26-Deer Rutting Season with Principal Biologist Dan Roberts: Fall marks the beginning of deer rutting season, a time of year when deer are especially active. New Jersey is home to over 101,000 deer, which can cause problems for motorists especially during their morning and evening commutes. Dan Roberts, principal ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 13-Emerald Ash Borer with Regional Forester Rosa Yoo: The Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect, poses a threat to New Jersey’s 24.7 million ash trees. This shiny green beetle can be hard to detect in the wild, but the damage it causes soon becomes all too obvious. This insect’s larvae can bore through the... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 18-AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program with coordinator Kathy Giordano: The AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program is going into its 17th year. This program gives 20 college graduates each year the opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of watersheds and environmental stewardship, and to channel th... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 2- Arbor Day with Community Forestry Coordinator Carrie Sargeant: This year marks the 67th Annual State Arbor Day Celebration. Bob Bostock sits down with Carrie Sargeant, DEP’s Assistant Regional Forester and State’s Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator, from DEP’s Division of Parks and Forestry to discuss how New ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 24-Office of Local Government Assistance with Director Cindy Randazzo: The Office of Local Government Assistance troubleshoots and problem solves environmental issues for New Jersey’s 565 municipalities and 21 counties to help them to better understand DEP’s 75+ programs, which include the air we breathe, the water we drin... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 6-Camden Collaborative Initiative with Frank McLaughlin: The Camden Collaborative Initiative (CCI) is a solutions oriented partnership between governmental, non-profit, private, and community-based agencies formed to plan and implement innovative strategies to improve the environment and the quality of life of... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 4-Wildfire Season with State Fire Warden Bill Edwards: New Jersey is in the midst of wildfire season as weather conditions at this time of year tend to be dry and windy. Keeping this in mind, Bob Bostock sits down with DEP’s State Fire Warden Bill Edwards to discuss how residents need to be extra cautious wh... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

19 min listen

Episode 37-First Day Hikes with Stephanie Fox: Every year, New Jersey’s state parks celebrate the New Year with First Day Hikes. To welcome 2017, the New Jersey State Park Service is hosting 19 guided hikes, 1 mountain bike ride and 1 horseback ride in state parks, forests and historic sites on New Y... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 14-Red Knot with Dr. Amanda Dey: In 1999, the Red Knot, a medium sized shorebird, was listed as a threatened species in New Jersey under the New Jersey Endangered Species Conservation Act. Dr. Amanda Dey, Principal Zoologist who works in the Endangered and Nongame Species program at DE... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 16-Clinging Jellyfish with Research Scientist Joe Bilinski: The clinging jellyfish, an invasive species native to the Pacific Ocean, has made an appearance in New Jersey for the first time ever this summer. Although this dime-sized creature has only been found in limited numbers in two rivers, it is important ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 31-America Recycles Day with Steve Rinaldi: Tuesday, November 15 is America Recycles Day. On this day, events will be held across the country to promote recycling and inform people about proper recycling techniques. Recycling is important to New Jersey and to DEP, both of which have been committed... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 7-Public Access Maps with Becky Foster: This week, DEP announced a new public access map that allows users to locate more than 2,900 public access points along the Atlantic coast and back bays in Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape May counties and find out detailed information about the ameni... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 17-Piping Plover with Environmental Specialist Christina Davis: The piping plover is a shore-loving bird that delights beach-goers of all ages. Although it is on the threatened species list nationally, the piping plover is endangered in the state of New Jersey. Christina Davis, piping plover expert and environmental... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 10-Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program with Virginia Loftin: The 2016 beach season is rapidly approaching, and DEP’s Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program (CCMP) is making sure that New Jersey’s recreational beaches are ready to be open to the public. In the 2015 beach season, ocean and bay beaches were open 99.9... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 11-Flag Day and Twin Lights Historic Site with Mark Stewart: On June 14, we celebrate Flag Day as a way to honor our nation’s flag. To mark this day, Bob Bostock sits with Mark Stewart, Secretary of the Twin Lights Historical Society, to talk about Flag Day and the history of Twin Lights Historic Site. Twin Lights... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 8-Barnegat Bay Blitz with Katie Ribsam: On June 3, DEP is hosting its 7th Barnegat Bay Blitz, a watershed-wide cleanup that takes place throughout 37 municipalities in Ocean and Monmouth counties. Over 26,000 volunteers have participated in the past six blitzes. At each Blitz, thousands of bag... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 9-National Trails Day with Brandee Chapman, State Trails Coordinator: On June 4, New Jersey will be participating in the annual National Trails Day which is celebrated statewide and nationally. As an initiative of the American Hiking Society, National Trails Day was first celebrated in the United States in 1993 to commemor... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 29-Bats with Mackenzie Hall: October is a popular month for bats – in fact, October 24-31 is Bat Week. However, these mammals have more to offer than just being a symbol for Halloween. Mackenzie Hall, biologist in DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife Endangered and Nongame Species ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 21-Don't Waste Our Open Space with Project Manager Artie Zanfini: Although the vast majority of those who use our state's open space use this precious resource responsibly, some people illegally treat New Jersey's public lands as dumping grounds, threatening our state’s natural beauty and ecosystems. In 2014, DEP la... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 15-New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust with Executive Director David Zimmer: The New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust (NJEIT) provides low-cost financing for the construction of environmental infrastructure projects that enhance and protect ground and surface water resources to ensure the safety of drinking water and to... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 25-Environmental Education with Tanya Oznowich, Environmental Education Supervisor: September brings about the beginning of autumn and it’s also the time of year when students throughout the Garden State go back to school. DEP actively promotes environmental education information and provides resources through programs or through forma... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 33-Drought Update with Assistant Commissioner Dan Kennedy: Since July, much of New Jersey has been under a drought watch. In the months since, rainfall has continued to be scarce in much of the state. As a result, 14 counties are now under a drought warning. With reservoir levels dropping and precipitation conti... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 20-Watershed Education Urban Fishing Program with Harold Nebling: Urban communities have benefitted from the Watershed Education Urban Fishing Program, now in its 20th year. This hands-on, experiential learning program introduces students to their watersheds through fishing. Students involved learn more about water qu... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 22-New Jersey WILD Outdoor Expo with Al Ivany: The New Jersey WILD Outdoor Expo, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, September 10 & 11, is quickly approaching. From 10 am to 5 pm, people of all ages can come to Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area to participate in a variety of activities and h... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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Episode 19-Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs with Senior Information Specialist Liz Jackson: “Hooked on Fishing – Not on Drugs” is a program that was created by the Future Fisherman Foundation. Governor Christie signed legislation in 2012 establishing the statewide implementation of the HOFNOD program. HOFNOD encourages school-aged children to ... by Discover DEP: the Official Podcast of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection

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