Urban Wilderness: Phases – July 2022 Trail Building Update
Ryan gives us an update on all of the trail building progress, and we get to know one of the trailbuilders making things happen this summer.continue reading →
Urban Wilderness: The Official Turkey Mountain Podcast
History, news, events, and info for Tulsa’s favorite greenspace, Turkey Mountain.
Urban Wilderness: Dendrochronology – Dating Trees at Turkey
The study of tree rings can tell us a lot about the life of a tree, and therefore its habitat. Ryan joins a dendrochronologist at Turkey Mountain to find out how old some of the trees really are.continue reading →
Urban Wilderness: Deep Dive – Turkey Trail Update Part 2
This episode continues the discussion of what is happening at Turkey Mountain, including the future phases of the Master Plan. Ryan and Tip also discuss new trail building happening across the state, and some exciting news regarding connecting Turkey Mountain to other parks in the area.continue reading →
Urban Wilderness: Deep Dive – Turkey Trail Update Part 1
Find out what has been done and what is on the horizon with all the work happening at Turkey Mountain. Ryan and Tip discuss what's new, what's staying the same, and what to expect from Phases 1 and 2 of the Master Plan.continue reading →
Progress at Turkey with Progressive Trail Design
Ryan reports on-location with Progressive Trail Design to talk new trails, the process of creating new singletrack, and what's next at Turkey Mountain. He also discusses a new way to find out how to find out trail conditions before you reach the trailhead. We also welcome new supporters Switchback Training Systems and Team Myside Fitness!continue reading →
Urban Wilderness: Fire on the Mountain
Ryan talks with Dieter Rudolph, Forest Stewardship Coordinator with Oklahoma Forestry Services, about the upcoming prescribed burns at Turkey Mountain. Find out why they are important, and what to expect when they start.continue reading →
Talking Progress With Progressive Trail Design
With the big announcement of upcoming trail enhancements at Turkey Mountain, Tip talks with Joel McCourt of Progressive Trail Design about their plans for this year's phase 1 trail work.continue reading →
Exploring the Master Plan Part 2
The Turkey Mountain Master Plan lays out long term goals for making Turkey Mountain sustainable and enjoyable for all. In this episode, we discuss significant changes and significant similarities visitors will see when the plan goes in motion.continue reading →
Exploring the Master Plan Part 1
The Turkey Mountain Master Plan lays out long term goals for making Turkey Mountain sustainable and enjoyable for all. In this episode, we introduce the public opinion driven Master Plan and explore the first of four pillars.continue reading →
Urban Legends from the Urban Wilderness
You may have heard some crazy things about Turkey Mountain, like Vikings visitors or Spanish gold. Learn the truth about some of Turkey's urban legends.continue reading →