Every story on Tennessee’s Wild Side promotes the proper enjoyment of outdoor life in Tennessee. But the stories highlighted on this page are more tightly woven into the theme of conserving our environment. These are the stories about endangered species, land management, and people who go out of their way to be good stewards of our habitat.
These are the shows that remind us of nature’s call.

Osage Orange Tree at Carnton Plantation
Take a look at a very old landmark that survived a war.

Exotic Avian Sanctuary
We’ll tell you why birds native to jungles and rainforests are proving to be more than some people bargained for.

Bluebird Recovery
Take a peek at what’s turning out to be quite a success story.

Box Turtles at the Nashville Zoo
Go in a search of wild animals hiding in the heavy weeds of The Nashville Zoo.

Wasps vs Emerald Ash Borer
See how two insects go to battle over our ash trees.

Dusky Gopher Frog
We’ll show you what a pine tree and fear of fire have to do with a rare amphibian.

Tangerine Darter Tennessee Aquarium
See how a colorful fish may help rescue a completely different species.

Ash Tree Deaths Henry Horton State Park
We’re taking you into the midst of a losing battle where chainsaws have become the weapon of choice.

Ridges to Rivers Tennessee Aquarium
Come along and experience some of the world’s most beautiful fish living in Tennessee waters.

Walnut Knob State Natural Area
Join us on a private tour of a place that’s completely off limits.

Wildwood Sycamore Tree
See how a horse stable is connected to a big tree that on the surface seems out of place.

Sherwood Forest State Natural Area
We’ll reveal how Tennessee’s newest state natural area is made possible by a limestone lover.