Nocturne
Newt Brigade
If you look closely enough at this seemingly idyllic stretch of road, nestled between a lake and a steep hillside in Northern California, you'll notice it's not so idyllic — at least not for the newts and salamanders determined to cross to the…
By Vanessa Lowe • • 37m ListenThere's a half mile stretch of road nestled between a lake and a steep hillside in rural Northern California. This road is idyllic and lush, with cows, sheep, birds and abundant wildlife. But if you look closely on rainy winter nights, it's anything but idyllic for the newts and salamanders determined to cross to the other side. Sally Gale is a rancher in Chileno Valley. One night, she resolved to help these tiny creatures, and that's how we got the Newt Brigade.
Music: Nocturne theme music by Kent SparlingAdditional music: Kent Sparling \ Jeffrey Foster \ Kid Otter \
Producer: Vanessa Lowe
Thanks to Sally Gale. Find out more about the Newt Brigade here and here.The sheriff’s call was performed by Susan Haufler Foster and Jeffrey Foster
Episode artwork: Robin Galante