Your Place on the River

Season 2, Episode 11 Unity Garden: Feeding the Community Discover how gardening grows not just plants, but connections, resilience, and community. In this episode of Your Place on the River, Melissa Carter is joined by Coles McLaulin to explore the story of the Unity Garden, a vital resource offering fresh produce to those in need […]

Season 2, Episode 10 Transplant Tales: A Journey of Hope Melissa Carter and David Manuel share their personal experiences as kidney and liver transplant recipients, discussing the emotional and physical challenges they faced. They explore the importance of organ donation, the healing power of nature, and the bonds formed through shared experiences of illness and […]

Season 2, Episode 9 Sustaining Our Forests: The Hidden Value of Wood Melissa Carter talks with John Mulcahy, Board of Trustee member of the Georgia Forestry Foundation, and Matt Hestad, Senior Vice President of the Georgia Forestry Foundation, about the importance of forestry, sustainability, and protecting natural resources. They discuss forest conservation, urbanization threats, and […]

Season 2, Episode 8 Understanding Vultures: Nature’s Cleanup Crew with Claire Mills 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 […]

Season 2, Episode 7 The Role of a Docent in Wildlife Education with Meryl  Meryl Rivett shares her journey as a volunteer at Chattahoochee Nature Center, discussing her lifelong love for animals and the importance of education in wildlife conservation. She explains the role of a docent, describes her daily activities at the wildlife clinic, […]

Season 2, Episode 6 Healing through Nature: The Power of Forest Bathing with Kathryn Fidati Melissa Carter and Kathryn Fidati discuss the profound impact of isolation on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic and introduces the concept of forest bathing as a therapeutic practice to reconnect with nature. She shares her personal experiences and insights […]

Season 2, Episode 5 Navigating Wildlife Encounters: What You Need to Know with Kathryn Dudeck In this episode of ‘Your Place on the River,’ host Melissa Carter speaks with Kathryn Dudeck, Wildlife Director at Chattahoochee Nature Center, about the importance of understanding wildlife behavior and the common misconceptions people have when trying to help animals […]

Season 2, Episode 4 Nature’s Playground: Rediscovering Childhood Outdoors with Sam Leaf In this episode of ‘Your Place on the River,’ host Melissa Carter discusses the intrinsic connection between children and nature with Sam Leaf, the Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator at the Chattahoochee Nature Center. They explore the importance of unstructured play in nature, the […]

Season 2, Episode 3 Nature’s Bridge: The Role of a Naturalist with Alina Ruiz and Bea Hatcher Join host Melissa Carter on this episode of Your Place on the River as she chats with CNC Naturalists Alina Ruiz and Bea Hatcher, a Certified Interpretive Guide. Together, they explore how connecting children with nature can spark curiosity, build […]

Season 2, Episode 2 Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn: The Power of Environmental Mediation In this episode of Your Place on the River, Larry and Scott chat with Helen Tapp and Rick Hirsekorn from Chattahoochee Nature Center. They discuss the importance of environmental mediation, community engagement, and the growth of the Nature Center. The conversation […]

Season 2, Episode 1 Exploring the Pyramid of Outdoor Engagement Melissa and Meg Krueger explore the impact of the Paralympics on disability awareness and the importance of adaptive equipment and mindset in outdoor activities. They highlight how community efforts can create inclusive outdoor experiences and emphasize the significance of representation in these activities. The conversation […]

Season 1, Episode 9 Natural Connections Join Visitor Engagement Director Farah McIntyre for an inside look at the beloved Butterfly Encounter, explore the wonders of the Nature Exchange with Naturalist Lori Watterson, and get a hands-on snake tutorial from Wildlife Technician Jeremy Maneyapanda.

Season 1, Episode 8 A Lifelong Journey Learn about the Native Americans who thrived on the Chattahoochee River. Then, discover the history of their relationship with the plants found on the river with Cherokee elder Tony Harris.

Season 1, Episode 7 Homegrown Get to know CNC Conservation Horticulturist, Henning von Schmeling, and how he contributes to Chattahoochee Nature Center with his vast knowledge of the wonderful plants and foliage around campus. Discover the story behind a Barred Owl rehabilitation case.

Season 1, Episode 6 Party On! CNC Special Events Coordinator, Fabiola Clermont, discusses her exciting journey from Haiti to Chattahoochee Nature Center. Education Programs Supervisor Mark Gialanella talks about birthday parties, Scouts programs, Owl Prowls, and a heartwarming story about refugees who hosted a party at Chattahoochee Nature Center.

Season 1, Episode 5 Opportunities On this episode of Your Place On The River, we’ll meet with Volunteer Specialist Patricia Fulton about the importance of volunteers for Chattahoochee Nature Center.  Also, a history lesson about the Chattahoochee River, wildlife care, and we’ll take a visit to the Unity Garden to talk with some of the […]

Season 1, Episode 4 Digging In Learn how native plants benefit the Chattahoochee River Watershed with Horticulture Manager Jacqueline McRae, the impact of pollution on the river, the importance of Gopher Tortoises as a keystone species, and take a walk in the woods to discover the joys of forest bathing.

Season 1, Episode 3 Camp Kingfisher Discover the magic behind Camp Kingfisher with CNC’s most energetic staff: Camp Co-Directors Debby Head and Laura Viator. Hear real stories from campers and parents and discover the awesome world of camp firsthand.

Season 1, Episode 2 Call of the Wild Answer the call of the wild and delve behind the scenes of CNC’s Wildlife Department with Wildlife Director Kathryn Dudeck. Then, get to know Celia Steigerwald: volunteer and part-time events staff, full-time MVP.

Season 1, Episode 1 Introducing…! Join CNC in this new journey as we delve into the unique programs and opportunities provided by the Education Department with Senior Director of Learning and Engagement, Alicia Thompson. Afterward, get a peek at what makes CNC so special to one of our superstar volunteers, Dan Prucha.