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“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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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 ... Read more

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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, ... Read more

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Nature’s Tiny Marvels: The Enchanting World of Hummingbirds

One of spring’s greatest joyful moments is the arrival of our hummingbirds. Our ruby-throated hummingbirds, the main species ... Read more