Mouthy Marmots of the Olympic Peninsula
Nature news and community goodness from the forests and towns around Olympic National Park. Discover ways to help protect this beautiful area and, of course, join us in having fun!
Olympic Marmots are a threatened species found only here in Olympic National Park. Unique! They emerge from their dens with stories to tell. Just like our Mouthy Marmots podcast crew.
Mouthy Marmots of the Olympic Peninsula
Latest Episodes
Hike by bus, volunteering and spooky trail tales
Yes, there is a way to hike by bus at Olympic National Park! And Friends of Olympic National Park talk about volunteering and trail advice. Plus, it can get spooky in the woods. We'll hear from hikers and birders who lived to tell the tales.
Hikes, birds, conservation on the famous Elwha River
Olympic National Park's Elwha River is famous! Historic dam removals have revived the river and its spectacular watersheds. When you visit, you'll see beautiful forests and wildlife -- including dipper birds! We share lots of info about dipper ...
Olympic Coast ocean exploration, very cool birds and Earthrise
Ocean wonders and birding gems: The Feiro Marine Life Center and the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary have teamed up to create an interactive Olympic Coast Exploration Center on the waterfront in Port Angeles. ...
Feminist killer whales? Plus: best spring birding, and a PNW heroine
Surprising news of the endangered orcas along Washington and Vancouver Island's coastlines! Plus, spring brings birds and birding parties. Avian expert Iris shares tips on finding the best. And it's women's history month! Our shipping ne...
Canadians boycott the U.S. Plus, finding PNW birds in Costa Rica
A travel show! Iris visits her Pacific Northwest bird friends in Costa Rica. Carole imagines preserving Olympic National Park. Locally, ferry service resumes to Canada, but many Canadians won't be travelling. We talk with Canadians about the bo...