Episode #107:  Helping South Dakotans Become Better Conservationists

In this episode Custer State Park employees take us to find the rare Black-Backed Woodpecker. We learn about Mountain Pine Beetles and the impact they are having on pine trees in the Black Hills, and what the park is doing to stop the damage that the beetles are causing. We talk about forestry and the methods used to help maintain balance and health in our forests. We find a large snapping turtle, victimized by drought, and we relocate him to a more suitable home. We discuss how and why we should help animals in need.

Guest Experts
William (Bill) Hill is a Certified Forester.  Bill is the State Lands Manager for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He worked in State of South Dakota for 20 years as the Timber Management and Senior Forester for Custer State Park.

Chad Lehman has worked for Custer State Park as a Wildlife Biologist for over two years.  Chad has a Doctorate degree in Wildlife Biology and is a Certified Wildlife Biologist.

Nature Adventures
The video modules, photos, and resources found on this website are designed to accompany the Nature Adventures television series airing on South Dakota Public Broadcasting (Television Schedule).  On this site you will find short education videos and interesting factoids in the "Modules" section, lesson plans in the "Resources" section, and terms and definitions in the "Glossary" section. The Nature Adventures team, Todd and Terri, also took many photos during their adventures; these can be found in the "Photo Gallery" section.  The series can be viewed at your convenience by clicking the "Watch Online" section.  We hope you enjoy a unique look at South Dakota's nature through the adventures of the series hosts, Todd and Terri.

School Visits
Does your classroom watch Nature Adventures? You may be interested to know that Todd and Terri from Nature Adventures will be available for classroom visits to elementary and middle schools in SD!  They will bring along some samples from the various rocks, plants, and animals that they have found while exploring SD for the series. To schedule a visit by the Nature Adventures team, email info@sdnatureadventures.org .

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