The Wild Cumberland Podcast

In this November episode of The Wild Cumberland Podcast, hosts Jess and Devin take listeners on a recent journey to Cumberland Island, where some of their volunteers and guests encountered everything from sea turtles to shooting stars. They also discuss the indefinite closure of the island's wilderness area, providing updates on the situation. Finally, the episode delves into the controversial proposed land exchange, offering insights into the heated debate surrounding the future of this beloved island. Tune in for a mix of nature, news, and community updates.The Wild Cumberland Podcast takes listeners on an immersive journey through the untamed beauty, rich history, and environmental importance of Cumberland Island, Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. Tune in for inspiring interviews, expert discussions, and a front-row seat to the majesty of one of America's most treasured wild places. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.

In this thought-provoking episode of The Wild Cumberland Podcast, hosts Jess and Devin dive into the National Park Service's controversial proposal for a land swap that could reshape Cumberland Island forever. They unpack the implications of reprivatization of public lands, exploring how unrestricted development could threaten the island's unique ecosystem.The Wild Cumberland Podcast takes listeners on an immersive journey through the untamed beauty, rich history, and environmental importance of Cumberland Island, Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. Tune in for inspiring interviews, expert discussions, and a front-row seat to the majesty of one of America's most treasured wild places. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.

Join us for a captivating episode of The Wild Cumberland as we welcome special guest Emily Floore, Executive Director of St. Marys Riverkeeper. Dive deep into the rich significance of the St. Marys River, a lifeline for the surrounding ecosystems and a vibrant habitat for wildlife. Emily shares her insights on the river’s crucial role in sustaining diverse species, including a remarkable 100-million-year-old species that continues to thrive in this unique environment. Tune in to discover how the St. Marys River is not just a waterway, but a vital research ground and a treasure trove of biodiversity. Whether you're an environmental enthusiast or simply curious about the natural world, this episode is a must-listen!The Wild Cumberland Podcast takes listeners on an immersive journey through the untamed beauty, rich history, and environmental importance of Cumberland Island, Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. Tune in for inspiring interviews, expert discussions, and a front-row seat to the majesty of one of America's most treasured wild places. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.

In this anniversary episode, we’ve got a lot to cover. We’ll be diving into the recent Blake Plateau online learning event, where experts shared some fascinating updates about this critical underwater ecosystem and its connection to Cumberland. We’ll also have the latest on the ongoing feral horse litigation—what’s new, what’s next, and what it means for the future of the island’s fragile habitats.The Wild Cumberland Podcast takes listeners on an immersive journey through the untamed beauty, rich history, and environmental importance of Cumberland Island, Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. Tune in for inspiring interviews, expert discussions, and a front-row seat to the majesty of one of America's most treasured wild places.Stay wild.

Most people know that Cumberland Island is important for more than 300 bird species, including shorebirds, songbirds and birds of prey. Today, we're honored to talk about Cumberland Island birds with Sarah Manning. Sarah formerly worked for the National Park Service on Cumberland Island and is currently serving as the coastal conservation coordinator for Birds Georgia. We are so excited to have her join us to talk about Cumberland Island's important for birds.The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to protecting the wilderness, native species, and the ecology of Cumberland Island, Georgia. We’re a grassroots group – made up of regular people who are working to ensure that Cumberland Island and its Wilderness remain protected. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.Sign up for our email newsletter here: https://wildcumberland.org/newsletter/

In this episode, we’ll talk about what is - or isn’t- going on at the Seashore, we discuss a couple of virtual opportunities for you to learn more about the Blake Plateau and Cumberland Island, and as always, highlight some top local and national news related to the island and wilderness in general. The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to protecting the wilderness, native species, and the ecology of Cumberland Island, Georgia. We’re a grassroots group – made up of regular people who are working to ensure that Cumberland Island and its Wilderness remain protected. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.Sign up for our email newsletter here: https://wildcumberland.org/newsletter/

Welcome to the Wild Cumberland Podcast. After a recent face-to-face encounter with a coyote on Cumberland Island, Jess wanted to learn more. In this episode, join Jess and Devin as they chat with special guest Dr. Chris Mowry of the Atlanta Coyote Project. Dr. Mowry delves into the fascinating history of coyotes in the southeast and on Cumberland Island, uncovering their elusive personalities, intriguing motivations, and the deep-rooted relationship between these creatures and humans.Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.https://wildcumberland.org/

There’s a lot to cover in this episode so stay with us. We’ll start by revealing the contents of the highly coveted 2024 Mystery Box from our fundraiser in May. If you were thinking of monitoring St. Mary’s coastline this hurricane season through their waterfront cams, think again as we highlight that and other local news involving critical environmental updates affecting our coastlines. We’ll also tease the return of our September fundraiser and discuss something that Cumberland has been needing for quite some time now, a Wilderness MGMT Plan.The Wild Cumberland Podcast is hosted by Wild Cumberland, a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to protecting the wilderness, native species, and the ecology of Cumberland Island, Georgia. We’re a grassroots group – made up of regular people who are working to ensure that Cumberland Island and its Wilderness remain protected. That being said, we know how valuable your time is. Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.

Welcome to the Wild Cumberland Podcast. In this special episode, we hear from Tal Galton from Snakeroot Ecotours. Snakeroot is based in Celo, North Carolina, and offers guided tours of life in the Appalachian woods.Tal has been visiting Cumberland Island for decades, and joins Jessica and Devin for discussions on the complexities of the Seashore.Thank you for spending a few minutes with us here. Stay wild.https://wildcumberland.org/