To know Andy McCown, as thousands of Echo Hill Outdoor School alumni already do, is to know one of the great Upper Shore storytellers talking today. Through his love for the Chesapeake, a healthy dose of Eastern Shore irony, and an indelible sense of wonder, Andrew has enriched countless numbers with tales of nature, natural mysteries, and a very fragile ecosystem at still working hard against tremendous odds.
In a special series for the Spy, Andrew, and videographer (and EHOS alum) Wil Campbell, have started to share some of that wonderful storytelling with the launch of Cool Outdoor Stuff. From the delight of forage radishes in winter to the radical behavior of plankton in the Bay’s waters, Cool Outdoor Stuff taps into the soul of the Chesapeake once a month.
Episode One: Forage Radishes
Anne Stewart says
Great column! Looking forward to your next one. The researchers who suggested this crop, which helps the environment and farmers, deserve our thanks.
Bill Evans says
This is very good. I wonder if schools can use this.
Heidi Usilton Anthony says
Well, I’m sure going to show it to my students tomorrow!
John says
Bravo Andy and Will!