43 episodes
709 Watershed Darren Sheppard
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709 Watershed host Darren Sheppard guides you through interviews with guest that have a direct impact on the Indian Bay Watershed and "The Shore". These are the experts, storytellers, and decision-makers in politics, environmental topics, tourism, and business. 709 Watershed is based in beautiful Indian Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Co-Producer Paul Vincent. Ads recorded by Kaylene Stagg.
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43. Black Cat Cemetery Preservation - A Conversation with Robyn Lacy & Ian Petty
On this episode, Host Darren Sheppard speaks with Black Cat Cemetery Preservation regarding their latest work in cemeteries in Greenspond and other locations in Newfoundland. Robyn and Ian also talk about techniques used in such preservation work, how individuals or groups can contact them to have work done on their own graveyards, their love for Newfoundland & Labrador, and much more!
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
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42. A Conversation with Qalipu First Nation's Councilor Frank Skeard
On this episode, host Darren Sheppard chats with Frank Skeard, Councilor with the Qalipu First Nation (Glenwood Ward). Frank also is the District Ecosystem Manager for Forest Management with the Provincial Government, and is a member of the Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce. Frank has a true love for nature and helping people, of which, he goes into detail on that, and more!
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
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41. The 4th Annual Greenspond Show with guest Terry Carter, Linda White, & Heather Gordon
The fourth annual Greenspond show was recorded in mid-July, 2023 on site at Ida's Place within the fishing shed on the property. Guest included Terry Carter, owner of Sainsbury Lane, who talks about the history of the house, his roots to Greenspond, and summary of how he and his wife Elaine became owners of the beautiful home on the island. Linda White, publisher of the Greenspond Letter and administrator of the Greenspond Historical Society Facebook page, speaks about cemetery restoration and other historical pieces on the island. And Ida's Place owner/operator Heather Gordon, speaks about some of the connections she's made while operating the tea room for the past seven years.
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
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40. In-Depth Conversation with Stewardship Association of Municipalities Executive Director Zachary Burrows
On this episode, we speak to Stewardship Association of Municipalities Executive Director Zachary Burrows. Known affectionately as SAM, the organization works with the Eastern Habitat Joint Venture in Newfoundland & Labrador to secure, enhance, & restore important wildlife habitat within municipal planning boundaries. The Town of Indian Bay has been a member of SAM since 2016, which has allowed for a strong partnership between IBEC and SAM to develop on several projects and shared interest.
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
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39. Seabirds 101 - A Conversation with Seabird Biologist Sabina Wilhelm
Curious about the Avian Flu and its affect on seabirds around Newfoundland? Are Murres safe to eat in this year's hunt? What is causing Leach's Storm-Petrels to be eaten in Cape Freels? Well, you've picked the right episode! Host Darren Sheppard speaks with Environment and Climate Change Canada Seabird Biologist Sabina Wilhelm. She also has a summer home in Greenspond, which we discuss at the end of the show.
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
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38. Stories of Greenspond - Part Two - Wade Kean & Linda White
The second part of this season's "Stories of Greenspond" recorded live at Ida's Place, features Co-Owner of Hub of the North, Wade Kean (Sylvia was busy cooking in the restaurant), who talks about his love for Greenspond, the suites and restaurant they operate, the tourism sector, and much more! We also welcome Historian Linda White, creator of the Greenspond Historical Society Facebook page, who talks about cemetery restoration on the island, tracing Greenspond family routes from Europe, ideas for the Orangemen's Lodge, and the planned visit of another famous Newfoundland historian and his curiosity about Bonfire Night and how it is still such a strong tradition in Greenspond. An intriguing episode awaits for your listening pleasure!
Music by Giorgio Di Campo for FreeSound Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8j8sO7-kbRc
Music by Ricky Valadez
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9Ov1XLAg1c