The Field Guides

Nature-loving teens and adults often outgrow kids’ nature shows but still want guidance for deepening their time outdoors. The Field Guides podcast is like tagging along with two enthusiastic naturalists as they explore specific species and ecosystems in the field. Created by science teachers and naturalists, each episode centers on a plant, animal, or habitat, blending natural history, storytelling, and field observations recorded outside. We love how nerdy and joyful the hosts are, and how much detail they pack in without feeling like a lecture. It’s a great fit for older teens and grownups who enjoy hiking, birding, or nature journaling and want to learn to notice more. Some episodes include mild adult humor or technical vocabulary and may be better suited to co-listening with parents, but the content is free and rich. Pro tip: download an episode about a habitat you can access locally, then listen while walking and see how many features you can spot in person.