Spotlight on Natural Resources

As the cold weather creeps in and winter approaches, we start preparing our house, our wardrobe, and our minds for the cold months to come. The bees, butterflies, squirrels, bats, and other Illinois wildlife have to prepare for the cold winter months ahead as well. Learn how our wildlife overwinters and what you can do to support those animals (without them making a winter home in your house!).

Show Notes

As the cold weather creeps in and winter approaches, we start preparing our house, our wardrobe, and our minds for the cold months to come. The bees, butterflies, squirrels, bats, and other Illinois wildlife have to prepare for the cold winter months ahead as well. Learn how our wildlife overwinters and what you can do to support those animals (without them making a winter home in your house!).
 
Questions: 
  1. What are the challenges for wildlife in the winter?
  2. Sometimes it’s so quiet, What are animals doing in the winter?
  3. How can I support wildlife in the winter?
  4. I don’t want my yard to look like a forest, can I still support wildlife? 
  5. Is there cases in which I wouldn’t want to support wildlife?

What is Spotlight on Natural Resources?

Everyday Environment delves into the intricate web of connections that bind us to the natural world. From water, air, energy, plants, and animals to the complex interactions within these elements, we aim to unravel the ties that link us to our environment. Through a variety of educational formats, including podcasts, blogs, and videos, we strive to foster a deeper understanding of these connections among the residents of Illinois.

Hosted by: Abigail Garofalo, Amy Lefringhouse, and Erin Garrett