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Sharing what we've learned by listening to the natural world
In addition to the usual ways in which scientists communicate about research (papers and presentations), we also share our experiences and findings with the public. One way we do this is by leading soundwalks at local nature preserves. During soundwalks, we focus on the act of listening and by doing so become more aware of the sound environment and all of its components.
You can do a soundwalk on your own and we've created a podcast to get you started. To learn more about the soundwalk, developed in association with the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy, click here. OR Just download our new soundwalk podcast and go (see right).
We also give talks aimed at a general audience. Please contact sharon.gill (a) wmich.edu if your organization is interested in a soundwalk or one of the following subjects for a talk :
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Art-science collaboration to foster environmental engagement
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The state of birds - declines, lessons and hope
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Listening to stories of nature
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Noise in the anthropocene
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How do birds sing in noise?
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Why yellow warblers are special: their unique responses to brown-headed cowbirds
A winter soundwalk at Chipman Preserve.
Photo courtesy of Nate Fuller.
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