Loti Woods, Author at The Tryon Daily Bulletin

On the Wild Side - Loti Woods

What animals hibernate in winter, and why?

When winter’s chill spreads across Western North Carolina’s mountains, many animals are getting ready for their long winter’s nap. While some creatures stay active during ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 2:57 pm

Arts

“Sunshine & Smiles” art kits from Champions for Wildlife available after Helene

FOOTHILLS—As soon as the roads were cleared of downed trees and floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene, Champions for Wildlife visited a local shelter to provide ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:55 pm

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Helping wildlife after Tropical Storm Helene

Western North Carolina’s lush forests and crystal-clear streams are home to some amazing animals. Then Tropical Storm Helene tore through our mountains. As it flooded ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Tuesday, October 22, 2024 11:30 am

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Praying Mantises: Nature’s tiny, weird superheroes

Watching a praying mantis turn its head to look at me is fascinating yet a little unnerving since they look like alien creatures. Looking closely ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Wednesday, September 18, 2024 2:41 pm

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Fun facts about the amazing flying squirrel

Did you know that Western North Carolina is home to some of nature’s most incredible acrobats? They’re not circus performers but tiny, furry creatures that ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 1:58 pm

Community

Champions for Wildlife hosts ‘Wild for Pollinators’ event

Champions for Wildlife recently held a free family event, Wild for Pollinators, where children and their families learned what pollinators need in our gardens to ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Thursday, August 8, 2024 11:14 am

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Bobcats: Exploring the mysterious role of these wild cats

Have you ever spotted a wild cat in our Western North Carolina forests? If you’re lucky, you might have seen a bobcat! As nature’s ninjas, ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 3:31 pm

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Frog Power: Green guardians of the local ecosystem

If you’ve ever explored the beautiful mountains and forests of Western North Carolina, you’ve likely heard the cheerful chorus of frogs. Who doesn’t love the ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Friday, June 28, 2024 10:52 am

Community

Fall Pollinator Garden coming to Laughter Pond

MILL SPRING—Thanks to a grant from the Polk County Appearance Committee, a new pollinator garden will soon blossom at Laughter Pond, next to the Polk ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 11:50 am

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Vultures: Why should we love them?

The often misunderstood vulture needs some love.  Vultures are often described as ugly or even alien-looking, and, yes, they eat dead things. But their bad ... Read more

by Loti Woods, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 11:16 am

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