Urbanization and Reducing Rain Runoff
Urbanization happens when more and more people move to an area, and what was once natural or rural land is transformed for residential, commercial, and transportation purposes. With this development… Read More
Education
Amongst Fallen Leaves | Hidden Life in the Stream
With the arrival of Fall, the landscape is decorated with the splendid hues of vibrant leaves. Yet, when these leaves fall and begin to float downstream, they assume a pivotal… Read More
Outside of the Classroom and into Nature | Enrichment Afterschool
Outdoor and environmental education in afterschool programs offers numerous benefits for children and adolescents. These programs provide valuable opportunities for learning and personal development that complement traditional classroom education. Read More
Unveiling the Secrets of Japanese Honeysuckle
Discover the captivating world of the invasive Japanese honeysuckle. Learn about its origins, rapid spread, and ecological impact on native species and habitats. Read More
Dive into the World of River Otters: Unveiling Their Amazing Adaptations!
Discover the incredible world of river otters and their remarkable adaptations in our latest blog post! These playful creatures have evolved an array of skills to thrive in their aquatic… Read More
Hot asphalt! What to Know Before you Seal
With temperatures warming up, you may be planning to refresh the sealcoat on your driveway or parking lot. As you consider what sealcoat product to use, it is important to… Read More
Foraging Fun: Get Your Food in the Forest
Spring is ripe with new growth, and with that growth comes opportunities for foraging! With such a high diversity of plant species here in Western North Carolina, we also have… Read More
Leave Your Leaves!
The leaves in your yard can have a big impact on the plants and animals that live there. Learn some good management strategies for this fall. Read More
Deep Dive: Get to Know the Kingfisher
Check out one of the coolest birds on the river. There's a reason that these avian predators are the kings of the aquatic food chain. Read More
Friend or Foe? Native vs. Invasive Plants
Invasive plants can be a real problem for our local ecosystems. Learn more about the native alternative you can use in your yard and garden. Read More
Looking Back at 2021
There were a lot of victories for our rivers this past year. Your support has created so much benefit for our environment and our community. Cheers to everyone who joined… Read More
Walnut Cove Funds River Education
$20,000 awarded for our RiverRATS and RiverCamp education programs! We're so grateful to the Walnut Cove Members Association for their continued support of environmental education. Read More