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Turkey Mountain is expanding thanks to support from the Darryl & Julie Christner Family Foundation. Ryan and Tip talk about the new area and what kind of trails users can expect.

Ryan and Tip discuss the viral Sasquatch sightings at Turkey in 2020, breaking ground on the new Sanctuary area, a monstrous free ride area, and other updates at Turkey Mountain.

Ryan and Tip discuss the newly announced TSET grant, and what it means for future development at Turkey Mountain.

Ryan and Tip recap 2022 at Turkey Mountain, talk about the work happening now, and look at 2023 in the wilderness. Updates include a new parking lot, changes to the red trail, and, the new wonder at Turkey, a natural stone staircase.

Ryan talks with Dr. Russell Cobb about the deep past of Tulsa's Urban Wilderness, and how some nefarious actions changed the future of the green space.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Ryan discusses a (long past) murder linked to Turkey Mountain and some exciting trail updates for both hikers and bikers.

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.

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.

You may have heard some crazy things about Turkey Mountain, like Vikings visitors or Spanish gold. Hear the stories and the truth behind some of Turkey's biggest urban legends.

Learn about how Tulsa's growing greenspace, Turkey Mountain, came to be. Find out why you're likely to see glass on the ground in places, what role oil had in the park's history, and a little about the coming changes in the near future.

Ryan and Tip discuss what's up with the extra piles of dirt you may have seen around Turkey Mountain. Also, updates on the Water Tower trails, upcoming events at Turkey, and discuss other trail developments around Oklahoma.

Ryan and Tip discuss trail updates and new miles, including a punchy climb making a long requested trail connecting two areas.

Earlier this month Turkey Mountain announced two big projects to expand the experience at the urban wilderness. The new visitor center brings new services to the existing park space, and a new plot of land allows the park to grow beyond its current borders.

If you go hike or bike in Tulsa's urban wilderness, you'll see new trail markers officially christening most trails. Turkey Mountain's foremost expert, Ryan Howell gives a history lesson on the names of trails at Turkey Mountain.

Our music is provided by Tulsa's own Grazzhopper!

Ryan and Tip discuss some updates to Phase 1 trails, relieving parking congestion, and reveal the official name of the staircase!

Thank you to Grazzhopper for the use of our theme music. Thanks to our sponsors Fleet Feet Tulsa/Broken Arrow, Switchback Training Systems, and Team Myside Fitness.

Ryan Howell and Tip Crowley discuss the latest developments and trail updates at Turkey Mountain as we head into summer. Phase 3 is rolling along with some great new trails and features for hikers and bikers in place now, and rolling out in the next few months.

Episode 14 of the official Turkey Mountain Urban Wilderness Area podcast includes recent announcements and upcoming changes at Turkey, a murder mystery tied to Turkey's history, and a conversation with one of the expert trail builders helping to expand the park.

Ryan and Tip sit down with Jeff Edwards, CEO and Executive Director of River Parks to talk about the future of Turkey.

Ryan talks with David Walker and Bobby Reese, the Race Directors for the upcoming Cold Turkey Mountain Bike Festival, November 15-17 at Turkey Mountain.

Ryan talks with Erik Nelson from Rock Solid Trail Contracting about the new features coming to the soon-to-open Sanctuary section of the park.

Ryan talks with geologist Steve King as they explore the rocks of The Flight at Turkey Mountain.

Go big close to home! A bike park in Tulsa featuring big jumps and progressive features is under construction at Turkey Mountain. Ryan talks with Progressive Trail Design's Jason Stouder about the upcoming Rock Yard Bike Park.