Hemlocks to Hellbenders

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Hemlocks to Hellbenders is a podcast hosted by Christian Alexandersen highlighting Pennsylvania’s parks, forests and great outdoors. We speak with park managers, forest rangers, scientists, educators, outdoor recreationists, volunteers, officials and more to learn about the Commonwealth's incredible public land.

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Recent Episodes
  • A progress report on Pennsylvania's three newest state parks with Parks Director John Hallas
    Nov 20, 2024 – 49:15
  • Allegheny National Forest - A half-million acres of adventures
    Nov 6, 2024 – 49:36
  • Things that go bump in Penn's Woods with the Ghost Furnace Podcast
    Oct 23, 2024 – 01:37:22
  • Hickory Run State Park - Journey through prehistoric geology in the Poconos
    Oct 9, 2024 – 51:53
  • Discover the wonderful world of mushrooms with the Philadelphia Mycology Club
    Sep 25, 2024 – 55:54
  • Breaking trails and building community with the Keystone Trails Association
    Sep 11, 2024 – 59:20
  • Timber! Harvesting history at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum
    Aug 28, 2024 – 01:17:54
  • Poe Paddy and Poe Valley State Parks - Uncover rugged wilderness in Happy Valley
    Aug 14, 2024 – 31:34
  • Forbes State Forest - Endless outdoor adventures in the Laurel Highlands
    Jul 31, 2024 – 58:52
  • Moraine State Park - From ruined to reclaimed in less than 100 years
    Jul 17, 2024 – 35:49
  • Beltzville State Park - Beach, boating and beyond in the Poconos
    Jul 3, 2024 – 56:26
  • How fireflies light up Pennsylvania's night skies with Dr. Sarah Lower
    Jun 19, 2024 – 37:39
  • Presque Isle State Park - Pennsylvania's Great Lake Getaway
    Jun 5, 2024 – 48:11
  • Michaux State Forest - Exploring Pennsylvania’s 'cradle of forestry' in the Appalachian Mountains
    May 22, 2024 – 22:29
  • Benjamin Rush State Park - Cultivating community through gardening
    May 8, 2024 – 33:43
  • Getting hooked on fishing with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
    Apr 24, 2024 – 01:19:06
  • Embracing Leave No Trace principles with Ben Lawhon of Sawtooth Outdoor Education
    Apr 10, 2024 – 59:25
  • Dude, where’s the sun? Experiencing Pennsylvania’s total solar eclipse
    Mar 27, 2024 – 26:49
  • Black Moshannon State Park - Charting a course through wilderness and wetlands
    Mar 13, 2024 – 30:24
  • Oil Creek State Park - Much more than the birthplace of the American oil industry
    Feb 28, 2024 – 28:34
  • A beginners guide to birding with Jason Hall of the In Color Birding Club
    Feb 14, 2024 – 01:29:29
  • Preserving paradise with the Pennsylvania Parks and Forest Foundation
    Jan 31, 2024 – 59:42
  • Delaware Canal State Park - Take a 59-mile towpath through history & nature
    Jan 17, 2024 – 40:36
  • Cherry Springs State Park - Spend a night in the stars
    Jan 3, 2024 – 41:45
  • Hemlocks to Hellbenders Season 2 Trailer
    Dec 25, 2023 – 01:08
  • A Conversation with PA DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn
    Nov 29, 2023 – 01:13:44
  • Helping the hungry with Hunters Sharing the Harvest
    Nov 15, 2023 – 32:42
  • Tuscarora & Locust Lake State Parks - Lakeside retreats in the mountains
    Nov 1, 2023 – 31:18
  • Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center - History, heritage and hiking in the Lehigh Valley
    Oct 18, 2023 – 38:26
  • Protecting Pennsylvania's ancient forests with the Old Growth Forest Network
    Oct 4, 2023 – 41:49
  • Chasing the best fall foliage with the PA Bureau of Forestry
    Sep 20, 2023 – 50:44
  • Elk State Forest - Exploring Pennsylvania’s premier elk viewing destination
    Sep 6, 2023 – 38:51
  • Celebrating culture and community with Latino Outdoors Philadelphia
    Aug 23, 2023 – 40:32
  • Allegheny Islands State Park - A boater's dream, a runner's nightmare
    Aug 9, 2023 – 19:37
  • Caring for the Appalachian Trail with the Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club
    Jul 26, 2023 – 35:03
  • Exploring the sights, sounds and history of 'Wild Philly' with author Mike Weilbacher
    Jul 12, 2023 – 37:03
  • Grab your chalk bag and let's go rock climbing at Pennsylvania's state parks
    Jun 28, 2023 – 01:27:01
  • Pennsylvania's booming $14B outdoor recreation industry with Nathan Reigner
    Jun 14, 2023 – 50:36
  • Pennsylvania Trappers Association - Furbearers in the Keystone State
    May 31, 2023 – 49:06
  • Climbing the tallest tree on the highest point in all 67 counties with Van Wagner
    May 17, 2023 – 20:45
  • Worlds End State Park - Rugged Beauty in the Endless Mountains
    May 3, 2023 – 20:28
  • Planning the Perfect Pennsylvania State Park Trip with Emily Scalzo
    Apr 19, 2023 – 26:36
  • Ohiopyle State Park - Southern Gateway to the Laurel Highlands
    Apr 5, 2023 – 28:49
  • Pennsylvania Game Commission - The Seriousness of Chronic Wasting Disease
    Mar 21, 2023 – 37:26
  • Demystifying the Eastern Hellbender - Pennsylvania's State Amphibian
    Mar 8, 2023 – 19:45
  • Buchanan's Birthplace State Park - The President & the Park
    Feb 22, 2023 – 55:38
  • Pine Grove Furnace State Park - Halfway Point of the Appalachian Trail
    Feb 8, 2023 – 24:16
  • Leonard Harrison State Park - Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon
    Jan 25, 2023 – 36:57
  • Now Introducing... Hemlocks to Hellbenders
    Jan 11, 2023 – 14:01
  • Hemlocks to Hellbenders Trailer
    Jan 5, 2023 – 00:49
Recent Reviews
  • arhertlein
    Great podcast highlighting great PA outdoor information!
    What an awesome podcast to highlight the state! Listening about places I have been and about places I have yet to visit and everything nature or outdoor related in between!
  • .5amazing.5man
    I love Pennsylvania even more after listening to this podcast!
    You think a park is just a park until you learn the history, activities, and resources they provide. I’ll never look at a park the same after hearing all the information shared on this podcast!
  • Emdemt6b
    Fun podcast with lots of good info!
    If you are looking to know more about Pennsylvania Parks, listen to these podcasts! Definitely have taken notes for our future adventures!
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