Remarkable Trees—and Birds—of Virginia
October 11th, 2008
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Despite what many people believe, fall leaf color in Virginia is remarkably consistent every year. Dendrologist John Seiler (Virginia Tech) has been studying fall leaf color for decades.
Also: biologist Dan Cristol (William & Mary) says mercury pollution in waterways is not only bad for fish-eating birds, but for songbirds as well, who are absorbing the toxin through the spiders they eat.
And: nature writer Nancy Ross Hugo and Jeff Kirwan (Virginia Tech) teamed up with photographer Robert Llewellyn to produce a book showcasing the beauty, history and variety of Virginia’s trees.
The Virginia Association of Broadcasters in May honored With Good Reason with an award for "Best Documentary or Public Affairs Program" for the show 
Four years of research has culminated in a new book that showcases the beauty, variety, and history of Virginia’s trees. Nancy King, with the radio program “With Good Reason,” caught up with the authors and photographer.
The Remarkable Trees book mentioned in this show is just incredible. I can’t get over the breathtaking photos.