Melissa Carter speaks with Claire Mills, a wildlife technician at Chattahoochee Nature Center. They discuss the importance of connecting with nature, the fascinating behaviors of vultures, the cycle of bird reproduction, and the role of birds in inspiring children. Claire shares her journey from a law career to working with wildlife, emphasizing the healing power of nature and the importance of community involvement. The conversation highlights the need for awareness of human impact on wildlife and encourages listeners to observe and appreciate the natural world around them.

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Chapters

00:00 Connecting with Nature: The Mission of CNC
03:02 Understanding Vultures: Nature's Clean-Up Crew
06:12 The Role of Birds in Nature: Observations and Insights
08:52 The Cycle of Bird Reproduction: Nature's Timing
12:00 Inspiring the Next Generation: Kids and Nature
14:45 From Law to Nature: Claire's Journey to CNC
18:02 Finding Purpose: The Importance of Community and Learning
21:07 Birds as a Source of Comfort: Nature's Healing Power
23:51 Advice for Aspiring Birders: Starting Your Journey
27:01 Human Impact on Nature: A Call for Awareness

Melissa Carter speaks with Claire Mills, a wildlife technician at Chattahoochee Nature Center. They discuss the importance of connecting with nature, the fascinating behaviors of vultures, the cycle of bird reproduction, and the role of birds in inspiring children. Claire shares her journey from a law career to working with wildlife, emphasizing the healing power of nature and the importance of community involvement. The conversation highlights the need for awareness of human impact on wildlife and encourages listeners to observe and appreciate the natural world around them.
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Chapters
00:00 Connecting with Nature: The Mission of CNC 03:02 Understanding Vultures: Nature's Clean-Up Crew 06:12 The Role of Birds in Nature: Observations and Insights 08:52 The Cycle of Bird Reproduction: Nature's Timing 12:00 Inspiring the Next Generation: Kids and Nature 14:45 From Law to Nature: Claire's Journey to CNC 18:02 Finding Purpose: The Importance of Community and Learning 21:07 Birds as a Source of Comfort: Nature's Healing Power 23:51 Advice for Aspiring Birders: Starting Your Journey 27:01 Human Impact on Nature: A Call for Awareness

Your Place On The River, is a podcast about The Chattahoochee Nature Center and what activities and educational programs it offers.  You'll meet the people who run the center and offer you and education on nature and wildlife.

www.chattnaturecenter.org

Your Place On The River, is a podcast about The Chattahoochee Nature Center and what activities and educational programs it offers.  You'll meet the people who run the center and offer you and education on nature and wildlife.
www.chattnaturecenter.org