RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88 -- Rendered At Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:49:57 +0000 The Nature Connection https://redcircle.com/shows/the-nature-connection en-US All rights reserved. The Nature Connection with Don Torino Don Torino About the Host Don Torino is a naturalist, speaker, and passionate advocate for wildlife and conservation, with a special connection to the Meadowlands. He serves as President of the Bergen County Audubon Society and has been deeply involved in protecting and promoting local natural spaces, including the Celery Farm Natural Area, where he is recognized for his contributions to the preserve. Don also works as a naturalist for Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc., sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural world with the community. Through his work with the Bergen County Audubon Society, he helps educate the public about the importance of native plants, wildlife, and preserving vital habitat. Known for his engaging presentations, Don inspires audiences to connect with nature and discover the role each of us can play in protecting it. His passion for the Meadowlands runs deep, and he has spent years documenting, exploring, and celebrating the incredible wildlife that calls this unique ecosystem home. d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88 About the Host


Don Torino is a naturalist, speaker, published author, and passionate advocate for wildlife and conservation, with a special connection to the Meadowlands. He serves as President of the Bergen County Audubon Society and has been deeply involved in protecting and promoting local natural spaces, including the Celery Farm Natural Area, where he is recognized for his contributions to the preserve. Through his work with the Bergen County Audubon Society, he helps educate the public about the importance of native plants, wildlife, and preserving vital habitat.


Known for his engaging presentations, Don inspires audiences to connect with nature and discover the role each of us can play in protecting it. His passion for the Meadowlands runs deep, and he has spent years documenting, exploring, and celebrating the incredible wildlife that calls this unique ecosystem home.

]]> episodic no Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com false full Episode #15 - Gabrielle Bennett-Meany Episode #15 - Gabrielle Bennett-Meany 15 Don Torino Gabrielle Bennett-Meany Gabrielle Bennett-Meany is a member of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA), where she works to support the Authority’s mission and its commitment to the Meadowlands District. Guest Gabrielle Bennett-Meany is a member of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA), where she works to support the Authority’s mission and its commitment to the Meadowlands District.

]]> <p>Guest Gabrielle Bennett-Meany is a member of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA), where she works to support the Authority’s mission and its commitment to the Meadowlands District.</p> e19f7fa6-0744-4db3-aba9-ac4dd62d0461 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/4edd7c0a-b42a-42bb-8020-560516f744da Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:08:12 +0000 1799 false full Episode #14 - Kim Korth Episode #14 - Kim Korth 14 Don Torino Kim Korth Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats. Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats.

]]> <p>Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats.</p> 7f34a8c8-9ac4-445e-beb5-9c3baba0d768 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/b75f9d5e-38e4-4550-be77-03b5ee240bd7 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:52:37 +0000 1766 false full Episode #13 - James Falletti Episode #13 - James Falletti 13 Don Torino James Falletti Guest James Falletti is an award-winning environmental communicator, wildlife photographer, science educator, writer, author, and speaker based in New Jersey. Through James Falletti Photography, he combines conservation storytelling, environmental education, photography, and public engagement to help people connect more deeply with birds, wildlife, biodiversity, sustainability, and the natural world. Guest James Falletti is an award-winning environmental communicator, wildlife photographer, science educator, writer, author, and speaker based in New Jersey. Through James Falletti Photography, he combines conservation storytelling, environmental education, photography, and public engagement to help people connect more deeply with birds, wildlife, biodiversity, sustainability, and the natural world.

]]> <p>Guest James Falletti is an award-winning environmental communicator, wildlife photographer, science educator, writer, author, and speaker based in New Jersey. Through James Falletti Photography, he combines conservation storytelling, environmental education, photography, and public engagement to help people connect more deeply with birds, wildlife, biodiversity, sustainability, and the natural world.</p> 7344b894-1ef1-4aec-b783-3ee9c52d7bd5 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/0c968047-9736-4900-b8bb-67a3e3e8bd9d Mon, 25 May 2026 03:25:47 +0000 1799 false full Episode #12 - Jim Wright Episode #12 - Jim Wright 12 Don Torino Jim Wright Jim Wright and we talk about his amazing new book "The Peregrine Falcon: The Epic Life and Times of the World’s Fastest Creature" Guest Jim Wright and we talk about his amazing new book "The Peregrine Falcon: The Epic Life and Times of the World’s Fastest Creature"

]]> <p>Guest Jim Wright and we talk about his amazing new book &#34;The Peregrine Falcon: The Epic Life and Times of the World’s Fastest Creature&#34;</p> 7718c88a-c803-4460-bec1-c324aceaa5c4 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/edcb66ed-162d-4cf4-a26d-dec4f3001740 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:51:18 +0000 1799 false full Episode #11 - Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight Episode #11 - Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight 11 Don Torino Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight Guests Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight discuss creating a butterfly garden at home, highlighting native plants and tips for supporting butterflies and other pollinators. Guests Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight discuss creating a butterfly garden at home, highlighting native plants and tips for supporting butterflies and other pollinators.

]]> <p>Guests Tammy Laverty and Pat Knight discuss creating a butterfly garden at home, highlighting native plants and tips for supporting butterflies and other pollinators.</p> 0d3f40e3-f5af-431e-a084-d32bddf72ced https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/1b54b3dd-0e52-4565-a48f-29f83a9af52f Mon, 23 Mar 2026 03:19:33 +0000 1799 false full Episode #10 - Anna Gassip Episode #10 - Anna Gassip 10 Don Torino Anna Gassip Guest Anna Gassip of the Bergen Equestrian Center discusses equine therapy and how the center supports foster children, women’s groups, and veterans through its programs. Guest Anna Gassip of the Bergen Equestrian Center discusses equine therapy and how the center supports foster children, women’s groups, and veterans through its programs.

]]> <p>Guest Anna Gassip of the Bergen Equestrian Center discusses equine therapy and how the center supports foster children, women’s groups, and veterans through its programs.</p> 3eeceea5-f59f-468c-b208-661447aad5e1 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/6ef51fa1-4741-47b3-8996-96bc2187ed38 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:49:02 +0000 1799 false full Episode #9 - Rosetta Arrigo Episode #9 - Rosetta Arrigo 9 Don Torino Rosetta Arrigo Guest Rosetta Arrigo of Flat Rock Brook Nature Center discusses the center’s public benefits, including raptor care, children’s nature programs, and ongoing habitat restoration efforts. Guest Rosetta Arrigo of Flat Rock Brook Nature Center discusses the center’s public benefits, including raptor care, children’s nature programs, and ongoing habitat restoration efforts.

]]> <p>Guest Rosetta Arrigo of Flat Rock Brook Nature Center discusses the center’s public benefits, including raptor care, children’s nature programs, and ongoing habitat restoration efforts.</p> fa7c781c-aaf1-434a-b734-8335e4ab3387 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/b8ff7eae-c65c-4eda-8a87-b0eb2539fd2b Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:42:33 +0000 1799 false full Episode #8 - Tina Morris Episode #8 - Tina Morris 8 Don Torino Tina Morris Guest Tina Morris discussed her book Return to the Sky: Return of the Bald Eagle and her work helping restore the bald eagle population and bring it back from the brink of extinction. Guest Tina Morris discussed her book Return to the Sky: Return of the Bald Eagle and her work helping restore the bald eagle population and bring it back from the brink of extinction.

]]> <p>Guest Tina Morris discussed her book Return to the Sky: Return of the Bald Eagle and her work helping restore the bald eagle population and bring it back from the brink of extinction.</p> 47eae167-13e5-4a13-8fe5-bb8ce01583a5 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/f14ed78b-5f88-4a81-8f89-4d26c45cefe8 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:39:42 +0000 1799 false full Episode #7 - Mike Turso Episode #7 - Mike Turso 7 Don Torino Mike Turso Guest Mike Turso from NJSEA/MRRI discussed his work with the Meadowlands Research Institute and the comeback of the New Jersey Meadowlands, highlighting the remarkable wildlife that thrives there. Guest Mike Turso from NJSEA/MRRI discussed his work with the Meadowlands Research Institute and the comeback of the New Jersey Meadowlands, highlighting the remarkable wildlife that thrives there.

]]> <p>Guest Mike Turso from NJSEA/MRRI discussed his work with the Meadowlands Research Institute and the comeback of the New Jersey Meadowlands, highlighting the remarkable wildlife that thrives there.</p> 82e9f71b-591f-45d2-a8e0-2328e3584247 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/203d80c7-d193-4987-9dcd-602c9ea548ae Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:13:22 +0000 1799 false full Episode #6 - Dr. Cailin O’Connor Episode #6 - Dr. Cailin O’Connor 6 Don Torino Dr. Cailin O’Connor Guest Dr. Cailin O’Connor joined the show to discuss bird banding, bird migration, and conservation issues affecting our local area. Guest Dr. Cailin O’Connor joined the show to discuss bird banding, bird migration, and conservation issues affecting our local area.

]]> <p>Guest Dr. Cailin O’Connor joined the show to discuss bird banding, bird migration, and conservation issues affecting our local area.</p> 4af3bde6-a307-4e80-a40f-51afa484f3e6 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/e40b1f96-cee3-473e-aa8f-f40ca9ff2618 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 03:36:55 +0000 1799 false full Episode #5 - Kim Korth Episode #5 - Kim Korth 5 Don Torino Kim Korth Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats. Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats.

]]> <p>Guest Kim Korth, the NJDEP State Wildlife Action Plan Coordinator, discusses wildlife conservation efforts and strategies for protecting New Jersey’s natural habitats.</p> a82693a5-9cac-49fb-8ec9-6bad95a3055c https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/05547db4-ee8d-43f7-b220-f8802fb3493f Mon, 29 Sep 2025 03:11:18 +0000 1799 false full Episode #4 - Terry Doss Episode #4 - Terry Doss 4 Don Torino Terry Doss Terry Doss, co-director of the Meadowlands Research and Restoration Institute (MRRI) and NJSEA employee, leads efforts to preserve, protect, and restore the New Jersey Meadowlands through various conservation projects. Guest Terry Doss, co-director of the Meadowlands Research and Restoration Institute (MRRI) and NJSEA employee, leads efforts to preserve, protect, and restore the New Jersey Meadowlands through various conservation projects.

]]> <p>Guest Terry Doss, co-director of the Meadowlands Research and Restoration Institute (MRRI) and NJSEA employee, leads efforts to preserve, protect, and restore the New Jersey Meadowlands through various conservation projects.</p> 1ffc8967-87ab-43d9-88d6-3fcd0ea47703 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/92d08939-3df5-4147-b30f-56b6a1f05d20 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 03:07:38 +0000 1799 false full Episode #3 - Jim Wright Episode #3 - Jim Wright 3 Don Torino Jim Wright Guest Jim Wright, birding enthusiast and author of The Screech Owl Companion, shares his passion for nature through his books on the New Jersey Meadowlands, Hawk Mountain, Celery Farm Nature Preserve, and Central America’s largest rainforest. Guest Jim Wright, birding enthusiast and author of The Screech Owl Companion, shares his passion for nature through his books on the New Jersey Meadowlands, Hawk Mountain, Celery Farm Nature Preserve, and Central America’s largest rainforest.

]]> <p>Guest Jim Wright, birding enthusiast and author of The Screech Owl Companion, shares his passion for nature through his books on the New Jersey Meadowlands, Hawk Mountain, Celery Farm Nature Preserve, and Central America’s largest rainforest.</p> 18f36df8-bf11-4c33-bbc0-d067755d0c08 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/1c22be9c-31ad-4471-83ed-d2770502e38b Mon, 28 Jul 2025 03:34:29 +0000 1799 false full Episode #2 - Marie Longo Episode #2 - Marie Longo 2 Don Torino Marie Longo Guest Marie Longo, Education Director for Bergen Audubon talks about Monarch Butterflies, Milkweed, Native plants and more. Guest Marie Longo, Education Director for Bergen Audubon talks about Monarch Butterflies, Milkweed, Native plants and more.

]]> <p>Guest Marie Longo, Education Director for Bergen Audubon talks about Monarch Butterflies, Milkweed, Native plants and more.</p> 7df2a571-ab7b-49e2-8675-e649b1f53516 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/9db0f0cf-eba2-4374-8d63-9e0c99f3a739 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 03:30:36 +0000 1799 false full Episode #1 - Kathleen Farley, PhD Episode #1 - Kathleen Farley, PhD 1 Don Torino Dr. Kathleen Farley, PhD Guest Dr. Kathleen Farley, PhD, Executive Director of Teaneck Creek Conservancy, a nonprofit dedicated to environmental stewardship, education, and preserving the legacy of the Teaneck Creek watershed. Guest Dr. Kathleen Farley, PhD, Executive Director of Teaneck Creek Conservancy, a nonprofit dedicated to environmental stewardship, education, and preserving the legacy of the Teaneck Creek watershed.

]]> <p>Guest Dr. Kathleen Farley, PhD, Executive Director of Teaneck Creek Conservancy, a nonprofit dedicated to environmental stewardship, education, and preserving the legacy of the Teaneck Creek watershed.</p> c0e788d3-5f79-4a24-b117-295018344952 https://redcircle.com/shows/d54416e8-5f03-42aa-ab63-a07ad92d3f88/episodes/17a6113a-1cf2-4ed5-a39a-678c84fe708f Mon, 26 May 2025 03:47:11 +0000 1799 false