The Backyard Naturalists

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The Backyard Naturalists podcasts is geared toward nature lovers of all kinds, from beginners to those with more experience. We have a very diverse lineup of topics planned for you, such as what you can do in your own yard to enhance the habitat for the creatures who live there, participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count as a citizen scientist, using native plants, which snakes live in our area, how to attract specific birds, common and uncommon raptors in the greater Charlotte region, spring and fall migration season for birds, plants for butterflies and much more!

Amazing Animal Adaptations with Stan Tekiela

Aug 15, 2026

Welcome to The Backyard Naturalists, the show about anything and everything connected with nature.

In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie are joined by renowned nature photographer, author, and wildlife expert Stan Tekiela to explore the incredible world of animal adaptations. From polar...

Summer in Your Habitat

Aug 8, 2026

Summer is STILL here, and if you’ve stepped outside lately, you’ve probably felt it too—sweltering heat, sticky air, and maybe even a few critters making themselves a little too comfortable in your backyard. In this episode of The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie (with Chris chiming in, of course!) share a...

iNaturalist – Connecting People, Nature, and Science

Aug 1, 2026

This week on The Backyard Naturalists, Debbie and Laurie welcome Allison Young, Director of Outreach Programs for iNaturalist, the global platform that’s changing the way people experience nature. Whether you’re snapping a photo of a butterfly in your backyard, spotting a rare bird on a hike, or identifying tracks...

Snake Deterrents: What Works, What Doesn’t

Jul 25, 2026

Summer is heating up across the Carolinas, and that means snakes are on the move — and stirring up plenty of conversation. In this episode, Debbie and Laurie bust myths and tackle misinformation about snake deterrents, exploring what truly works (and what absolutely doesn’t) to keep these fascinating reptiles out of...

The Matthews Community Farmer's market

Jul 18, 2026

Debbie and Laurie return to the Matthews Community Farmer's Market to record an episode "live" and on location!