nature
Helene my have changed the landscape, but birds are back
May 20. As migratory birds return to the slopes and valleys of western North Carolina this spring and summer, conservation leaders are encouraging birders to return with them. Across the region, communities are eager to spring back in the wake of Hurricane Helene. By returning to enjoy migration hotspots, birders can help bolster local economies […]
Vultures: Not as foul as you might think
Aug. 30. This may be too awesome to turn down: The Carolina Raptor Center will have a carcass feeding at 2 pm Saturday, which is International Vulture Awareness Day. In honor of vultures’ bald heads, anyone who is bald will get in free. Here’s what the day looks like: 10:30 am: 30-minute presentation by a […]
A walk in the park
Oct. 7. Laura Domingo, a naturalist with Mecklenburg County, will be lead a walk in Ramsey Creek Park 2 pm to 4 pm Friday Oct. 15 focusing on wildlife. Pre-registration is encouraged as space is limited. More info: www.cornelius.org/pr or call 704-892-6031 ext. 160. The event is hosted by Cornelius Parks & Rec.
