Episode 2: Zach Wood
Jim and Janet are joined by Zach Wood, Georgia Grasslands Coordinator and prescribed fire expert for the Southeastern Grasslands Institute, to discuss what grasslands are and why they are vital to the Southeastern environment. You will learn about their historical role, what prescribed burns do and the essential ecological services that these little-known ecosystems provide. Zach also outlines step-by-step how to restore utility easements and right-of-ways into productive ecosystems by starting with a pilot program.
Hosts: Jim Newbury and Janet Wells
Guest: Zach Wood
Producer: Tucker Wells
Theme Song: Jason Wells, March Fourth Marching Band
Recording of owl hoots: Tom Herrmann