{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Meet Me In Tennessee","title":"29. Exploring Northeast Tennessee's Outdoor Wonders with Naturalist Connie Deegan ","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ce6b7b4f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1985,"description":"Exploring Northeast Tennessee's Outdoor Wonders with Naturalist Connie Deegan \nIn this episode of 'Meet Me in Tennessee,' hosts Jenna Lafever and Lara Potter welcome guest Connie Deegan, a renowned naturalist and Tennessee Wildlife Federation's Conservation Educator of the Year. Connie shares her journey from Connecticut to Johnson City, TN, and talks about her passion for the outdoors, hiking, and her love for snakes. The discussion covers favorite hiking spots, the importance of outdoor education, and how to prepare for hikes. Connie also shares intriguing personal insights, including her unique habit of eating lunches in graveyards while traveling. Tune in for an enriching conversation about the natural beauty of Northeast Tennessee and outdoor adventures.\n00:00 Welcome to Season Three!\n01:13 Meet Our Guest: Connie Deegan\n02:42 Connie's Journey to Johnson City\n04:35 Life as a Naturalist\n08:39 Exploring Northeast Tennessee\n12:06 Favorite Hikes and Outdoor Adventures\n16:54 Childhood Dreams and First Motorcycle\n17:55 Long-Distance Motorcycle Adventures\n19:02 Exploring Nature and Outdoor Activities\n19:24 Favorite Riding Routes in Northeast Tennessee\n21:02 Engaging Kids with Nature\n25:03 Hiking Essentials and Safety Tips\n27:21 Dealing with Snakes on the Trail\n30:25 Graveyards: Unusual Lunch Spots\n31:18 Final Thoughts and Farewells","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/48f0rbNt8yBd2uu31FTKcD3jfuT6YPz-VpveKvmhAaM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83MjZh/ZmUxNTEyY2U5NDNi/N2ZkNGQyMWI2MzU0/ODJmYS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}