A chatty low key podcast on the reflections of Boreal Bruce a bird bander in Northern Eastern Ontario. Most of my ramblings relate to banding and birding at the Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Center. This podcast focuses on the birds and people
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The Canadian Outdoor Survival Podcast is a Monthly Podcast created to help explain Outdoor Survival, as well as highlighting some of the real challenges we face learning, practicing, and teaching in the Canadian Wilderness. Each seasons will be a mixture of overview episodes, specific skill based podcasts, and interviews with Survival Instructors and experts in various aspects of Outdoor Survival & Outdoor Education in Canada.
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Winter Counts, Spring Migration, and Murph's East Coast Escapades
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Join Bander in charge, Rae Xemin, and Boreal Bruce, as they delve into the fascinating world of avian migration and conservation. In this episode, Rae shares insights into winter bird populations, the eagerly awaited spring migration, and their predictions for the top birds of 2024. As the marsh buzzes with activity, Rae discusses the significance …
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In this episode, Boreal Bruce highlights the astounding bird banding records of 2023 and previews upcoming marsh events and goals. Join us for an insightful journey into the world of avian conservation and discovery. Recorded and edited by Benjamin MacPherson https://thehilliardtonmarsh.comBy Boreal Bruce
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Celebrating a 100 years of Canadian Bird Banding
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In this episode of Bird Banter, Boreal Bruce explores the fascinating connection between birding and music. From rare birds banded and breaking 27 marsh records to new research in grassland and shorebird banding, Bruce uncovers new dimensions in his avian adventures. Celebrating 100 years of bird banding in Canada, Bruce reflects on its significanc…
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Join Boreal Bruce on an enchanting journey as he traverses the Hilliardton Marsh's Hummingbird Garden party, engaging in lively conversations with guests, vendors, and volunteers. Guests: Nigel Shaw Kaz Kokebakkar Jason Desilet - Sutton Bay Honey Jacob Lachapelle Margaret Jensen Claudia Radencich Iggy Colon Alicia Shubert Lucy Harrison - Lu's Empor…
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Boreal Bruce expertly conducts interviews with distinguished guests, supporters, and organizers during the grand opening of the Hillardton Marsh Visitor Centre. Additionally, immerse yourself in the captivating sounds from the bird banding table, where seasoned bird bander Rae Xamin takes the stage. Guests: Kate Belmore Stacy Utas Sue Nielsen Mark …
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Boreal Bruce is joined by a passionate group of Hilliardton Marsh volunteers as they delve into their diverse roles and invaluable contributions to bird conservation and research. Guests: Rae Xamin Paul Seaman Jamie Depolla Olivia Maillet Andrew Brown Sarah Bonnet Katelyn Warner Recorded and Edited by Benjamin MacPherson…
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Boreal Bruce keeps you up to date on the goings on of the Hilliardton marsh, and discuses bird migration and Ornitherapy. Recorded and edited by Benjamin MacPhersonBy Boreal Bruce
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In this episode, hear Boreal Bruce's reflections on the 2022 winter banding season, the Ontario Breeding Bird Atlas, Motus tags, and The Marsh's top birds of 2022. Recorded and Edited by Benjamin MacPhersonBy Boreal Bruce
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Boreal Bruce is back to talk about the goings on at the Hilliardton Marsh. Recorded and Edited by Benjamin MacPhersonBy Boreal Bruce
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In Episode #33 we discuss "Does Bear Season ever End." We ask the question when if ever does bear season end and learn that saying Bear Season runs from mid-April to mid-November doesn't work anymore. We also look at how Bear Spray works in the cold.By Bruce Zawalsky
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By Bruce Murphy & Benjamin MacPherson
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Animal Tracking for Survival and Enjoyment
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In Episode #32 I Interview Dale Kiselyk, Co-Owner and Instructor at Nature Alive Outdoor Education in Barrhead Alberta about Animal Tracking for Survival and Enjoyment. We discuss the skills you can learn and the awareness of the natural world that is gained by learning to track animals.By Bruce Zawalsky
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By Bruce Murphy, Benjamin MacPherson
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In Episode #31 I Interview Dragan Uzelac, a talented Wilderness Skills Instructor and Owner of Niko Wilderness Education. In Niko Wilderness Education, Dragan runs both bushcraft courses and most importantly wilderness treks through the Boreal forest. We discuss the challenges and joys of wilderness travel in the Boreal forest of Canada.…
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By Boreal Bruce
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BIRD COUNT CONTACT NUMBERS Haileybury Count Circle - Saturday, December 14th. To participate, call Mike Werner at 705-680-0044. Mountain Chutes Count Circle (including Elk Lake) - Sunday, December 29th.To participate, call Mike Werner at 705-680-0044. Kirkland Lake Count Circle - Wednesday, January 1st, 2020. To participate, call Mike Leahy at 705-…
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 20By Boreal Bruce
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Marsh Updates, and Banding Season Wrap Up!By Boreal Bruce
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In Episode #30 we discuss "Survival at Altitude." We ask the question how can we survive better when stranded at Altitude and look at Altitude Illness, proper acclimatization and living and travelling at Altitude.By Bruce Zawalsky
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Survival in the Canadian Western Interior Mountains
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In Episode #29 we discuss "Survival in the Canadian Western Interior Mountains." We ask the question, how can we prepare to survive comfortably when stranded in the Mountains of Canada before we are actually stranded their?By Bruce Zawalsky
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 18By Boreal Bruce
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 17By Boreal Bruce
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 16By Boreal Bruce
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 15By Boreal Bruce
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Bird Banter With Boreal Bruce Epi 14By Boreal Bruce
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In Episode #28 I Interview David Delafield of Mammut Bushcraft and C0-Chair of the Global Bushcraft Symposium about what the symposium really is, why you should attend the symposium, what you should expect when you attend and why it is really a once in a decade experience.By Bruce Zawalsky
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Survival Legacy of Christopher McCandless
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In Episode #27 I talk extensively about the true Survival Legacy of Christopher McCandless, what we can and should learn from his legacy and why his life and death matters in the world of Bushcraft and Survival training.
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In this episode Boreal Bruce talks about how the amount of snow is impacting banding, how the school of flock is experimenting with suet. Also on podcast he talks about the Marsh’s volunteer appreciation night, about ebird, the Ontario bird banding association conference, the top 25 birds banded in 2018, where our long term volunteers have landed j…
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In Episode #26 I Interview Dave Holder a professional guide, outdoor skills instructor, and a Survival & Bushcraft Instructor who spends much of his time as a consultant for various TV shows; including the Alone show on the History channel, and we discuss the reality of survival television and if we can learn anything from watch it.…
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Survival Skills Required for SAR Team Members
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In Episode #25 I Interview Jonathan McArthur President of Cold Lake SAR and a Survival & Bushcraft Instructor with Karamat Wilderness Ways and Niko Wilderness Education on the "Survival Skills Required for SAR Team Members" Jon is. This Episode has a focus on why all SAR personal should carry and practice with excellent shelter building and fire li…
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce epi 11By Boreal Bruce
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Bird Banter with Boreal Bruce Epi 10By Boreal Bruce
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In Episode #24 we discuss "Survival in the West Coast Wilderness." We ask the question, how can we prepare to survive comfortably when stranded on the West Coast of Canada before we are stranded their?By Bruce Zawalsky
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In Episode #23 we discuss "Why Take Survival Training" in the Canadian Wilderness. We ask the question, why bother taking professional wilderness survival training before we are stranded in the Canadian Wilderness?By Bruce Zawalsky
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In Episode #22 we discuss "Practical & Realistic Vehicle Survival" in the Canadian Wilderness. We ask the question, what should we do to survive comfortable and safely when stranded in a vehicle in the Canadian Wilderness?By Bruce Zawalsky
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In Episode #21 we discuss "Bushcraft vs. Leave No Trace Camping" in the Canadian Wilderness. We ask the question, can we really "Leave No Trace" and where would that leave Bushcraft and whether stranded or just travelling through our forests or mountains should we stop practicing those lifesaving skills before we travel?…
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