Outdoors with Rob Zimmer: Recent Episodes
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This week on Outdoors with Rob Zimmer, we get some texts from our listeners on the great outdoor gifts they received! Plus, we discuss the beautiful weather from Christmas Day and a Top 10 list!
Rob Zimmer and Hayley Tenpas talk about the Northern Lights, share an Owl Chorus, and Rob gives a Rare Bird #Alert
Rob Zimmer highlights birds during our show! We learn about the upcoming 'Birds in Crisis" conference, talk about March nature and his top 10 list highlights the ways you can help wild birds.
Rob Zimmer goes over the ducks that are hanging out in Wisconsin this time of year. We also share the best places to see ducks.
Alex Thomas is in for Hayley Tenpas today as we discuss everything Tundra swans! Plus, how can you keep birds happy and healthy in cool weather? We finish the show with Rob's Top Ten list!
Rob Zimmer joins us to answer planting questions and take calls! We also discuss what plants can in the ground this time of the year! We end the show with the Top 10 warblers in the state of Wisconsin!
We play a "Best of Rob Zimmer" and share some holiday tips for the gardener or outdoor enthusiast on your list!
Rob reveals the death of his dog. Plus, he talks about barred owls and ducks.
Top ten topic: Earliest singing birds.
What are you seeing in your yard, and feeders?
Top ten topic: Late Summer and Fall perennials.
Special guest: Justin, from Stone Silo.
Top ten topic: native wildflowers for hummingbirds.
The month of August is here! What to look for in nature this month.
Plus, and interview with Justin, of Stone Silo, about an upcoming plant sale.
Top ten topic: Summer Shrubs.
The common theme for this episode is the color blue, especially flowers.
Top ten topic: "Beneficial" insects.
A trip to track wolves took a few unexpected turns. Also, a lot of things you may not know about invasive species.
Top ten topic: places to take children as the weather warms up.
Lots of fun facts and phone calls. Plus, local events, and, tips to grow tomatoes.
Top ten topic: Early Spring migrating birds.
Callers describe what birds they are seeing today.
Plus, tips for growing lavender.
Top ten topic:Â places in northeast Wisconsin to see Winter birds.
Information about the Wisconsin Garden Expo, sturgeon fun for kids, and, moon bows.
Top ten topic: Signs of Spring.
Rob reads a lot of comments on Facebook about "poop loops". Also, he runs down what to expect to see outside throughout the month of February.
Top ten topic:Â Annual flowers to start from seed, indoors.
Recap a dramatic weather week in Wisconsin.
Top ten topic: Places to see amazing ice formations.
Special guest: Loris Dameron from Wild Ones Fox Valley.
Top ten topic: Perennials for clay soil.
Discussion about the wild weather week that was, and that is to come.
Top ten topic: places to see snowy owls in Wisconsin.
Discussion about the current windy, and icy conditions.
Top ten topic: New Year's resolutions for gardeners.
This week on Outdoors with Rob Zimmer we talk about different birds Rob saw this morning and also some resourceful ways to reuse your Christmas tree! We also discuss his best of in 2019!
What are moisture meters? And, how do you pronounce poinsettia?
Top ten topic: Winter road trips to take during Christmas week.
What mushrooms are good to eat? Also, local tree sales.
Top ten topic:Â Local places to see bald eagles.
A request to talk more about birds results in this episode.
Top Ten topic: winter water ducks.
A Black Friday show with plenty of local events to talk about.
Top ten topic: Winter birds of prey.
Special guest: Joe Sturm, retiring from Fox Valley Nursery.
Top ten topic: Trees and shrubs to feed birds.
A recap of a very cold week in Northeast Wisconsin.
Top ten topic:Â reasons to leave your garden alone for the winter.
Hear from the great horned, barred, eastern screech, and, saw whet owls.
Top ten topic: places in Wisconsin to see tundra swans.
Stories from listeners about farmers, and, a long list of local events.
Top ten topic: reasons to thank a farmer.
Outdoors with Rob Zimmer today featured a lot of fall topics! Listen to Friday's edition of "Outdoors with Rob Zimmer" on WHBY!
A record amount of butterflies are in Northeast Wisconsin.
Top ten topic: Shrubs for fall beauty.
Rob Zimmer talks about the fall bird and monarch migration. He also shares ways that we can help the bird population. Rob's top 10 list is about the best late season pollinator plants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A wild week of weather, and how it has affected wildlife. Wildlife Of The Week: Trumpeter Swan. Top ten topic: Sedums for SeptemberLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks all about- Orchid, mushroom and warbler sightings at Woodland Dunes Nature Preserve in Two Rivers- Hummingbird and Monarch migration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Virginia, from Feather Wildlife rehab center.Wildlife of the week:Â Whooping crane.Top ten topic:Â panicle hydrangeas.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about his favorite September blooms and shares a few Grandparents Day memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Top ten topic:Â edible mushrooms.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Luke from Heckrodt Nature Center in Menasha.Top ten topic:Â way to enjoy wild mushrooms.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer Outdoors spends the hour talking about the importance of prairies and shares a few area events at local Nature Preserves. We also talk about television shows that inspired a love for nature. Mike and Jim called in with their favorites, Little House of the Prairie, Lassie and Rin Tin Tin. We also talk about many myths about Golden Rod, which you'd often find on the prairie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest: Jack, from Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin.Top ten topic:Â plants for honey bees.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer spends the afternoon talking about bugs! We discuss some of our favorites, like hummingbird moths, butterflies and fireflies. We hear about an event at Ledge View Nature Center and Rob also answers a listener question about tomatoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, the biggest meteor showers of the year. And, lots of local events.Top ten topic: Ways to enjoy an August evening.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer checks in with CC at the Stone Silo Prairie Gardens ahead of their native plants event on August 10. We also talk about the perseid meteor shower, monarch spottings and share s'mores recipes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â C.C. Kiefer from Wild Ones in Green Bay.Top ten topic:Â native wildflowers for August.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After discussing local storm damage, the rest of this episode is devoted to owls.Top ten topic:Â Facts about great horned owls.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer and Hayley Tenpas talked about what to do at the Outagamie County Fair.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Aurora from Aurora's Apothecary.Top ten topic:Â Butterflies that are not Monarchs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer joins us to talk about the prairies at the Brillion Nature Center. We listen to a few of his favorite summer sounds. We also take calls on your summer memories, including low gas prices, the lakeshore, fun with the sprinkler, fishing and yellow butterflies. Rob's top 10 list covers the best places to see shorebird migration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is all about the butterfly. Special guest: Ann Shebesta, the Monarch Queen of Mishicot.Top ten topic: Milkweeds for monarchs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob talks about all the fun garden walks in the area happening soon.Top ten topic:Â road trips in Wisconsin for hot days.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Pat Fisher, from Feather Wildlife Rehab and Education in New London.Top ten topic:Â heat loving annuals.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer checks in with Jack from the Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin to learn more about their nature center. We also talk about some area events and hear a caterpillar update from Oni in Little Chute. Rob's top 10 list this week are his top tips for better tomatoes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics include: Butterfly's, Events in the valley, plantingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest: Marie from Wild Perch and Paw. Top ten topic: Summer flowering shrubs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the first show of the first full day of Summer!Top ten topic:Â things to do outdoors in northeast Wisconsin this Summer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer is celebrating the first day of summer! We're talking about area garden walks, hummingbirds and how you'd describe summer in one word. Rob's top 10 list is the best hydrangeas for northern gardens! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Justin Kroening from Stone Silo Prairie Gardens.Top ten topic:Â Father's Day gift ideas.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob welcomes special guest Mike Hibbard from Mosquito Hill Nature Center. Top ten topic: Ways to celebrate national pollinator week.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about hostas with Pondside Gardens in Kiel! He also shares more about his recent bear sightings and he takes a call about a bird nest with two different types of eggs inside..Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's show, Rob talks about your favorite state parks during free state parks weekend in Wisconsin. We also hear about the return of monarchs and hummingbirds. We hear from a familiar voice in the Little Chute area and hear more bird reports from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob gives some ways to use dandelions as food. Also, what you should do when you find a baby animal in the wild. Top ten topic: Native shrubs to plant right now.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Everybody has their own definition of "up north". Rob cites his, and reads listeners versions from Facebook.Top ten topic: Red, white, and blue native wildflowers.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Special guest:Â Donna, from the Wild Ones native plant sale.Top ten topic:Â unique native plants.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks all about the different things you'll find in the sky this time of year -- monarchs, lake flies and birds! He's also answering listener questions on ferns, a leftover poinsettia, and gives help to a listener dealing with invasive species in his yard. Â Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob reads a lot of listener stories from Facebook about Mother's Day.The W.O.W. (wildlife of the week) = BobolinkThe top ten topic:Â ways to get mom outdoors this weekend.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob has some tips on how to approach a bumpy yard. Plus, orioles are on the return. His top ten this episode: places in Northeast Wisconsin to see spring wild flowers.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer shares what he's been up to this week. We talk with Louie at the Brillion Nature Center about their wildflowers this spring. Rob answers a caller's question on pine needle scale. The to 10 list this week is the top 10 mother's day gift and garden ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about the rare bids that have returned to Northeast Wisconsin. He also shares why dandelions are a wonderful treat and takes a call on the Master Gardener's upcoming plant sale on May 18. Rob also talks about this year's sturgeon spawning season, which went quick. The top 10 list this week is the top 10 spring wildflowers to spot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob tries to make you laugh with some bunny jokes. Also, he plays several warbler songs.Top ten topic: Spring flowering shrubs to plant right now.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer is here to talk with you about all things outdoors! We take your calls on putting out the oriole and hummingbird feeders, how to care for mums, tulips and more. Rob also shares his top 10 list of ways to get outside this weekend, without doing yard work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on "Outdoors with Rob Zimmer" we talked about song birds and take calls on what people are hearing in the outdoors! The top 10 for courtesy at nature centers and how to be respectful in the wild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about his favorite bird calls to hear in April. We also talk about how to help our feathered friends during a late-spring snowfall. We take calls on house wren habitats, feeding robins, a flying squirrel spotting and Jan gives her "other side of the lake" update. Rob's top 10 list this week, are the top 10 LIVE plants to give for Easter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April brings a lot of new birds. Master Gardner, Rob Zimmer, talks about them. He also discusses when to mulch.His top ten topic: Reasons to attend the spring DNR hearings.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about all the different frogs that are making their voices heard this time of year. We also take calls on the upcoming Conservation Club meeting where you can voice your comments and concerns. We also learn about some pelican sightings in the Fox Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's that time of year: frogs! Hear several of them on this episode.  The top ten topic: things to do in your garden in the month of April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer answers listener calls on swan spottings, maple syrup tapping and the things you can look forward to in April. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The geese and swans are back, in bulk. Also, Rob's garden challenges.HIs top ten topic: seed starting tips.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Among this week's topics: the perfect weather conditions for swans coming in to the area, and, the difference between a mole and a vole.His top ten list: places locally to see the migrating swans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob talks about when and where to find tundra swans; and why the next three weeks are his favorite.His top ten list topic:Â migrating birds you are sure to see soon.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's show includes honoring women on International Women's Day who helped others get into nature.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's show includes the sounds of spring with different bird calls, talked about the latest snow fall and more!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's show includes a chat with Ledge View Nature Center about their upcoming maple syrup programs. We also talk orchids and Rob Zimmer gives his list of the 10 worst invasive species in Wisconsin, including Canada thistle, Japanese Beetle, Phragmites, Garlic Mustard and Canary Reed Grass. Â Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's show, Rob talks with the "tomato queen," Lou Visocky about heirloom tomatoes. We also talk about where Rob goes on his adventures and how you can get a state park pass.This week's top 10 list is the best heirloom tomatoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer takes calls about what you are seeing at your bird feeder, has fun with some bird sounds, and talks about local events happening soon.His top ten topic: Easiest trees and shrubs to identify in Winter.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer talks about how you can participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count! He also checks in with Jim with Woodland Dunes in Two Rivers, to hear about their bird numbers and a few upcoming events at the nature center.Rob's top 10 list is the most common birds you'll find during the great backyard bird count. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob asks the listeners to call in with their favorite plants or flowers that are Valentine's Day themed. Rob also takes calls on how to make your own suet feeders.This week's top 10 list is Rob's 10 sturgeon facts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rob Zimmer takes calls about February nature, has fun with Punxsutawney Phil, and talks about local events happening soon. His top ten list topic: milkweeds for monarchs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's show Rob Zimmer talks about an upcoming event at Heckrodt Nature Preserve, called One Bird, Two Worlds: Saving Songbirds with your Cup of Coffee. We also discuss the monarch population being on the upswing, and the top 10 nectar plants that monarchs love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Among this week's topics: the top ten perennials that can take extreme heat.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this week's show, Rob talks with Mosquito Hill about their Winter Family Fun Day. We also chat about what to feed the birds during the cold temperatures, and Rob gives his top 10 list of places to spot bald eagles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Rob talks about ways to enjoy the extra cold weather, and how we can help out our feathered friends. Rob also gives us his top 10 list of hostas!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Among this week's topics: the top ten birds on last year's Appleton Christmas bird count list.
Among this week's topics: the top ten places to hike in Northeast Wisconsin during gun deer season.
Among this week's topics: the top ten things to do outside in Northeast Wisconsin this weekend.
Among this week’s topics: the top ten things to so in your garden in October, bird feeders, & events.
Among this week’s topics: the top ten October places to see this weekend, hummingbirds, wildlife, events, bluejays.
On this week’s Outdoors with Rob Zimmer, we talk about Frogs, Monarchs, bird migration and the upcoming Kites over Lake Michigan event.
Rob also gives his Top 10 annuals for fall decorating list!
Among this week's topics: the top ten places to go outside and enjoy the better weather.
Among this week's topics: the top ten places within a 90 minute radius to see the fall colors.
I spoke with Pop Evil frontman Leigh Kakaty while backstage at a recent show. Leigh opened up about the new album, having and finding a chick drummer and his love for Wisconsin.
Rob talks with Zach and JVH, about Monarch butterflies, and what to do if/when you hit a deer, in WI.
Among this week's topics: Top 10 Places to see summer flowers, listener questions, and wildlife wonder of the week.
Among this week's topics: Top 10 Hostas for sun, local events, and wildlife wonder of the week.
Among this week's topics: Top 10 invasive species, June wildflowers, wildlife wonder of the week, and local events.
Among this week's topics: Top 10 Spring native wildflowers, wildlife wonder of the week, and local events.
This Week: Setting up a garden, frogs singing, and top 10 plants for monarch butterflies.
Topics include; warm weather means big changes, raspberries and the energy of the outdoors.
Topics covered: Outdoor activities, Valentine's Day ideas, and wildlife wonder of the week.
Topics covered: Eagles and the eagle watch, mulch in your garden and how to create your own mulch.
Rob explores the monthly eagle monitoring along the river. Also how to animals survive the winter.
Master Gardener Rob Zimmer talks about gift ideas, bird feeding, and Rob's wildlife of the week.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week's special guest: Erica from The Gathered Earth.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week: special guest Stephani Radantt (Assistant Naturalist) at the Ledgeview Nature Center, joins the show to talk all things that are creepy and crawly.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week: special guest Judy Corrado talking about Mariners Trail Gardens.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. Rob talks sand hill cranes with Pat Fischer of The Feather Rehabilitation Center in New London. Humming bird and hosta tips as well
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This weeks theme: bringing nature home. Rob has an interview with Erica Smith, owner of The Gathered Earth, in Appleton.
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Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, an interview with special guest Jane Mingari from the Ledgeview Nature Center in Chilton.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, an interview with special guest Jane Mingari from the Ledgeview Nature Center in Chilton.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. Among this weeks discussion: powdery mildew, the northern lights, and more.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, an interview with Jack Voight, co-owner of Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin.
Tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, Rob is a TV star! Plus, callers discuss hostas and much more.
Gardening tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, Justin from Wild Ones Green Bay promotes an upcoming event. Plus, Angie Miller from Fox Valley Hiking and Outdoor Adventures joins Rob in studio.
Gardening tips from Master Gardener, Rob Zimmer. This week, he has a recap of Rob and Cindy's latest adventure trip to the Falls. Plus, tips on tomato plants.