Raise Monarchs? Learn about OE and How You Can Prevent Infections
In the last ten years word has gotten out about the decline in monarch butterfly populations and more and more people are wanting to help these beautiful butterflies. What’s not
Introducing the International Dark Sky Association
Hi friends, I just wanted to let you know that I made a donation recently as promised, to the International Dark Sky Association. This organization is educating people worldwide about the
Why Feeding the Bears (and other Wildlife) is a Bad Idea
I recently spent a night camping in the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Because of a bear that was likely fed by humans, it was not a peaceful
Looking for a Unique, and Kid-Friendly Activity? Try Mothing! It’s Perfect for the Kid in All of Us!
My ten-year-old nephew, Evan, was here in western NC with my Mom, visiting for a week and we packed all kinds of fun activities into their time here. Ask Evan
America’s Newest National Park–And Guess What? You Can Be a Part of It!
Sending out a warm welcome to all of those new subscribers who came out to one of my blue ghost firefly tours this spring. So glad to have met you
Why You Should Add a Bat Box to Your Yard
I’m well aware that bats won’t win any popularity contests anytime soon. Perhaps though, you’re in my corner, knowing that bats are essential members of healthy ecosystems and that they
Every Day Needs a Night
Check out my recent article in the Mountain Xpress, called Every Day Needs a Night. It is about why it’s so important to have darkness at night and how everyone,
