Online Course: Community Science for Monarch Conservation

Community Science for Monarch Conservation is a free, self-paced online course from the Monarch Joint Venture designed to inspire and equip people to contribute to monarch butterfly conservation through community science. Hosted on the Monarch NECTAR Hub, this engaging 2 hour course features videos and downloadable resources from several community science organizations from across North America to…

Finding My Niche

I’ve been a Master Naturalist since 2019. While I’m usually drawn to citizen and community science projects, the opportunity to collaborate with Augusta County Parks and Recreation was one I couldn’t pass up. When I heard they were interested in partnering with our chapter, I knew I wanted to be involved. Natural Chimneys Park is…

Linville Caverns Reopens After Hurricane Helene Closure

Image taken from https://www.visitnc.com/listing/NkR4/linville-caverns Linville Caverns, a popular natural attraction nestled in the North Carolina mountains, has officially reopened to visitors following a temporary closure caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm, which brought heavy rains and strong winds to the region, prompted safety concerns and led to the cavern’s closure for inspection and necessary maintenance.…

Nocturnal Neighbors at Shenandoah River State Park

Thursday, June 5, from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m., experience an exciting and educational evening dedicated to our fascinating winged neighbors—bats! Held at Shenandoah River State Park in Bentonville, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn about and listen to live bats in their natural habitat. Erin Shibley from the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation…