Standing Dead Trees — "Snags" — Benefit Many Animal Species
Standing dead trees, or snags, may appear to be useless, even eyesores, but a state wildlife biologist says actually they are important components of wildlife habitat and frequently in short supply. "That snag may provide a secure home for many kinds of animals and a virtual smorgasbord of insect food," said Johnny Stowe, wildlife biologist and forester with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR). More details
DHEC Encourages Residents to Test Homes for Radon
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control is partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to educate residents about the dangers of radon exposure. “Radon is a naturally-occurring, invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that is dispersed in outdoor air, that can reach harmful levels when trapped in buildings,” said Sandra Flemming, director for DHEC’s Division of Analytical and Radiological Environmental Services. More details
Wildlife Often Struggle With Colder Weather
People are constantly reminded of the gracious plenty of the holidays. But what of wildlife—will their holidays be merry? "Winter is a difficult time for many animals," said Lex Glover, wildlife technician with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR). More details
Greenville Tech Becomes a Little Greener
Greenville Technical College announced that its Student Center has received LEED Silver Certification. The Barton Campus building, originally constructed in 1980, underwent a total renovation that was completed in December 2010. More details
Tips for Saving Energy this Fall and Winter
With winter setting in across the nation, the Environmental Protection Agency encourages Americans to continue to take action to save energy and cut heating costs this winter. Maintain heating equipment: Dirt and neglect are the main causes of heating system failure, so be sure to maintain your equipment. More details
Energy Myth Busters to Help You Save Green
Turn your computer off if it won't be used in the next hour. Don't turn your computer off and on frequently in one day as this uses more power. More details
Box It to Go! Food in Moderation is Okay Notice how large some portions are these days? Here's a tip. Eat half now and box half to go.
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Texting While Driving is the New Drunk Driving
Texting while driving has become an epidemic in the Carolinas and AAA Carolinas Foundation for Traffic Safety aims to educate the public about the dangers associated with this reckless behavior.
Three Foods That May Fend Off Diabetes
Eat more leafy greens, choose fat-free yogurt, and add nuts and seeds to your diet. Each of these changes may help lower your risk of diabetes anywhere from 10 to 20 percent. More details
Great Tips For Maintaining Your HE Washer
Perform periodic maintenance once a week, or at a minimum, once a month, to ensure your HE washer remains clean & free from soil buildups. A maintenance cycle” involves running a full wash cycle without any laundry in the machine.
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City and Partners Announce Plans for a More Sustainable Greenville Mayor Knox White was joined by representatives from GE, Duke Energy, Greenville County, GSP International Airport and the Green Ribbon Advisory Committee to announce three new pilot programs that are designed to make Greenville more sustainable through public-private and business-to-business partnerships. The goals of the new programs are to reduce energy consumption; provide safer, more efficient lighting and reduce the number of gasoline powered vehicles.
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Homeowners Associations Can Get Free Resources to Help Reduce Stormwater Pollution
From picking up pet waste to applying the appropriate amount of fertilizer at the right time, homeowners can take the lead to reduce stormwater pollution from their yards.
So imagine what affect an entire neighborhood could have with leadership from their homeowners association.
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New Not-So-Sweet Potato Resists Pests and Disease!
Scientists from Clemson University and the USDA Agricultural Research Service have developed a new variety of not-so-sweet potato, called Liberty. Known as a boniato, or tropical sweet potato, Liberty has a dark red skin and light yellow, dry flesh with a bland flavor.
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After the Storm: Restoring Power After an Outage
One of the major causes of power outages is damage from fallen trees; usually the result of bad weather. According to the Rel-Tech Group, about 80% of major grid failures from 1965 to 2009 in the United States and Canada were attributed to extreme weather, including summer and winter storms; hurricanes, and heat waves.
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Nourish Your Body with Vitamin D
Can you fend off heart problems just by popping a vitamin? Sounds too good to be true. But it isn't.
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Don’t Fall for Phony Debt Collectors
Dozens of Carolinians are calling the State Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division to report calls from scammers posing as debt collectors. Consumers describe these calls as harassing and intimidating.
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Red Cross Offers Safety Tips during Severe Weather Conditions
The American Red Cross is on the scene in areas of the country that are experiencing extreme weather conditions, offering shelter, food, and a helping hand to those residents affected. For those in tornado prone areas, the Red Cross offers the following tips to help your family stay safe.
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Recycle Your Plastic Bags
Plastic bags are recycled into many different products. Most plastic bags are recycled into composite lumber, but they can also be reprocessed into small pellets or post consumer resin, which can become feed stock for a variety of products such as new bags, pallets, containers, crates, and pipe. More details
Red Wolf, An Endangered Spcies, Is Making a Slow Come Back
Originally, the red wolf roamed as far north as Pennsylvania and as far west as central Texas. Like its relative the grey wolf, the red wolf was wiped out from its former range by large scale predator control programs.
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Protect Your Pet: Hot Weather Warning For Animals
The Humane Society reminds us that high temperatures can be deadly for pets left without a cool, shady place to rest and plenty of water. Take these precautions to make sure your pets are safe during this heat.
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Take Some Good Tips to Help You Drive Greener
Whether you are road tripping across the country or just making the morning commute, you should always try to drive green. Driving green means adopting a few simple, inexpensive driving habits to decrease the amount of fuel you use and put more money in your pocket. More details
Eat Smart - Certified SC Grown
What’s your favorite color? Red, yellow, orange, green, blue, purple, white? Pick a little color for your plate. It’s the season to buy South Carolina grown. Watermelons, beans, tomatoes, cantaloupes, peaches, squash, eggplant, sweet corn . . . the list of fresh produce available during South Carolina’s peak summer produce season is endless. More details
Baby Your Lungs with the Power of Beans!
Imagine slashing your risk of lung cancer – no matter what your health history – by 50 percent. And here's the bean that may help you do it: chickpeas, also called Garbanzo beans. More details
10 Easy Tips to Save Money & Fuel
With gas prices continuing to rise, here are some simple ways to keep money in your wallet and gasoline in your tank while helping out the environment at the same time. Using these tips can help you save 15-33% on your fuel spending. More details
Watch Out for Toxins in "Everyday" Products
In spite of the listing of ingredients and clearly marked warnings on many products, people often use cleaning agents, personal care products, pesticides, paints, hobby products and solvents without taking the time to read the labels. There are a multitude of potentially harmful chemicals found in these items. The average home contains some 45 aerosol products alone. More details
Clemson University Institute to Study 'Vertical Farming' Feasibility
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Clemson University’s Institute of Applied Ecology received EPA funding to develop a design-feasibility study to build a "vertical farm" in downtown Charleston.
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BMW Ranks 4th on EPA’s Top 20 Green Power Partners for On-Site Power Generation
BMW has announced that its South Carolina plant has increased its ranking to No. 4 on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA's) Top 20 On-site Generation list of the largest green power users. In 2010, through BMW’s on-site landfill gas energy system, the company generated nearly 62 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of power. More details
Polar Fish Could Hold Clues to Climate Change Adaptability
Multitasking may be a useful skill in the office, but don’t try it behind the wheel of a vehicle, a Clemson University researcher says. “Nobody thinks they are an average or worse-than-average driver." More details
Electric Vehicles Are Coming
Yes, high speed plug in electric vehicles are on their way! Cars on the way include the Nissan LEAF all electric vehicle with a 100 mile range and the Chevy Volt extended range electric vehicle that runs on its battery for 35 miles before switching to a gas-electric hybrid mode with an extended range of 379 miles. More details
Are You Prepared in the Event of an Emergency?
While our attention has been on the disaster in Japan, let's not waste this opportunity to check our own preparedness. Do you have what you would need to survive on your own after a disaster or emergency? More details
Clemson University's Landscape Becoming Edible
Fig, pomegranate and blueberry plants have been planted outside Clemson University's Fernow Street Café as a part of Campus Edible Landscape, a project that aims to make Clemson's campus more environmentally friendly — and tastier. Michael Whitmire, a graduate student studying planning, design and the built environment, is coordinating the project. More details
Have You Checked Your Credit Report?
In these difficult economic times, it is more important than ever to have good credit. Why is a credit report important? Your credit report is important because lenders, insurers, employers, and others may obtain your credit report from credit bureaus to assess how you manage financial responsibilities. More details
Announcing the 2011 Perennial Plant of the Year
The Perennial Plant Association’s Perennial of the Year for 2011 is Arkansas Blue Star, Amsonia hubrichtii. From late spring to early summer, two-to three inch wide clusters of small, light blue star-shaped flowers are displayed above the fern-like foliage. More details
Practice Fire Safety Year Round
Home fires are the single most common disaster across the nation. Unfortunately, they kill more people in the United States each year than all other types of disasters combined. More details
College Expenses Can Be Overwhelming, Take Some Tips to Be Prepared
Parents need to know how to maximize their children's eligibility for financial aid; they need to understand how financial aid formulas work so they can take advantage of ways to lower out-of-pocket costs. Even paying expenses in the most tax-efficient way is a benefit to families who get aid as well as families who do not. More details
Don't Forget to Change Your Smoke Alarm Batteries
As the daylight savings time clock change passes, the greenville Fire & Rescue Department is reminding residents to make another change that could save their lives - changing the batteries in their smoke alarms. greenville Fire & Rescue urges all citizens to adopt a simple life safety habit to change smoke alarm batteries when they change their clocks back from daylight savings time. More details
Waste is Not Waste, Say South Carolina Recyclers
Amid blue bins and carts, schoolchildren with signs, economic impact posters, artwork, and about seventy-five attendees; political, recycling-industry and conservation leaders promoted a new ABC recycling bill and announced the economic impact of recycling to the state earlier today in the lobby of the Statehouse. Senator Ray Cleary (R-Georgetown) discussed his bill (S.461) which calls for establishments that are permitted for on-site consumption of alcohol to implement a recycling program in the next two years for plastic, corrugated cardboard, aluminum and glass. More details
Check Out these Simple Tips for Basic Home Maintenance
As you begin to think about spring repairs in and around your home, there may be some areas that have been neglected in the past. This is the time to address those specific areas to prevent larger maintenance problems in the future. More details
Clemson Experimental Forest Research Aims to Improve Wildlife Habitats
Southeast land managers are learning ways to improve wildlife habitat management practices on private forests through research in the Clemson University Experimental Forest. The research and demonstration efforts are being funded through a Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Conservation and Community Partnership Grant totaling $90,000 over three years. More details
Does Eating Healthy Have to Cost You More?
More often than not, people are resistant to following a new healthy way of life because they think it will cost more money. The word that especially scares people and sometimes gets them running in the opposite direction is the word "Organic", as if they might go broke just by saying it. More details
What Will You Do to Help the Environment?
As a result of the recession, conspicuous consumption is out and frugality and conservation are in. Remember that waste reduction, reuse and recycling, like water and energy conservation, are great habits whether times are bad or good. More details
Start Grasscycling this Spring!
Now is a great time to think about grasscycling your lawn clippings this year. Grasscycling, which is also called mulching, means letting your grass clippings drop onto the lawn when you mow, rather than picking them up with the grass catcher or bagger. More details
Interested in Growing Your Own Fruit? Here are Some Tips!
Ever want to grow your own fruit? Well the best choice just might be grapes and berries! More details
Green IT: Energy Saving Strategies That Really Work
In this data-driven economy, companies of all sizes are increasing their spending on information technology (IT). For small businesses that typically do not have massive data centers, this means a greater reliance on servers for storing and processing critical data, in addition to the computers and electronic equipment used throughout their facilities. More details
Tips on How to Get Your Home "Energy Ready" for Summer
Spring is here and summer is around the corner meaning sunny days and warmer temperatures. Now is a great time to make sure your home is ready for summer so your energy bill is not increasing as the outdoor temperatures keep rising. More details
Eat Certain Sauces to Reduce the Risk of Ovarian Cancer
There's a sauce that's rich in apigenin, and that's excellent news for a very delicate body part: women's ovaries. The sauce in question? Marinara. More details
Broccoli Project in South Carolina Grows the Economy
Broccoli isn't just good for nutrition, it's also good for South Carolina farmers and for cleaner air. Clemson Extension is working with growers to add the new crop in a USDA research project. More details
What Should You Do With All Those Plastic Bags?
Today most shoppers at grocery stores and farmers' markets carry home their fresh produce and other purchases in plastic bags. Plastic bags are also commonly used in most retail stores today, and few shoppers realize that the lightweight bags they take for granted cause serious environmental problems. More details
Falcon Fledglings Set Up Shop at Chimney Rock Park
Chimney Rock is excited to announce that a pair of Peregrine Falcons has successfully nested in the Park. Two juvenile falcons, one male and one female, have been spotted near the nesting site high on the Park's cliffs. More details
How to Avoid Heat Stroke
The past few weeks of high temperatures provide a good reminder of the health-related impact of extreme heat. This past month, data based from Emergency Department visits across the state indicated that approximately 319 people had sought medical treatment for a heat-related illness. More details
Great Tips For Traveling Green This Summer
It is officially summer and one of the most popular times of the year for vacations. Whether you’re doing a stay-cation, heading to the beach or going to another country, here are some travel tips to help you save green while going green.
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Don’t Overestimate Your Driving Ability
Multitasking may be a useful skill in the office, but don’t try it behind the wheel of a vehicle, a Clemson University researcher says. “Nobody thinks they are an average or worse-than-average driver." More details
Red Cross Offers Tips Help You Conserve Water
Many areas in the Carolinas are in a drought, and with the summer season still going strong, quite a few folks are trying to conserve. Residents are curtailing their non-essential uses of water, such as watering lawns and washing houses, sidewalks, and automobiles. More details
What Will You Do to Help the Environment?
As a result of the recession, conspicuous consumption is out and frugality and conservation are in. Remember that waste reduction, reuse and recycling, like water and energy conservation, are great habits whether times are bad or good. More details
Read Aloud to Children to Help Them Get Ahead
Research tells us that reading aloud to young children is one of the most important keys when learning to read later. In fact, it is the single most important activity for building knowledge required for their success in reading. More details
Check Out these Great Tips for Improving Home Energy Efficiency
Having an energy efficient home is one of the best things that you can do for the environment, because it significantly reduces the amount of pollution created by a home. Additionally, it also enables a homeowner to save money. More details
Mosquito Repellents - What Actually Works?
You hear all kinds of tips and tricks when it comes to repelling mosquitoes. Let us help you separate fact from fiction. Some of the tips are effective and others may waste your money. More details
Easily Create a Home Recycling Center
Learning the local regulations for what and how to recycle is a good way to prepare for recycling. But where in your home are you going to find space for storing recyclable items? More details
Take These Tips to Ensure That Your Wireless Networks are Secure Wireless networks are becoming increasingly popular, but they introduce additional security risks. If you have a wireless network, make sure to take appropriate precautions to protect your information. More details
Put Up Gourds and Houses to Attract Purple Martins
Now is the time to put up gourds and houses for purple martins, the only bird species in eastern North America totally dependent on humans for nest cavities. "Purple martins are accustomed to humans and seem to prefer nesting close to man." More details
Going Green? Get Your Pets in on the Action Too!
A fun and easy way to start going green begins with your family pets. Here's a few tips from fellow pet lovers. More details
Are You Heating with a Fireplace or Wood Stove?
With the increased cost in utilities, more homeowners may return to using their fireplace or wood stove for additional heating. With this in mind, there are some safety precautions that need to be followed to insure a safe heating season. More details
Want to Enjoy Your Own Fresh Home Grown Blueberries?
There is no better plant to add to the edible landscape than a blueberry bush. Highbush blueberries are native to Western North Carolina and are the type recommended for growing here. More details
Protect Your Eyes From Long-Term Computer Exposure
Working for long periods on a computer is a demanding visual task. Daily, millions of Americans use a computer for hours at a time, both at work and at play. More details
Lowe's Has One-Stop Recycling Centers
Home improvement retailer Lowe’s Companies Inc. has installed recycling centers in nearly 1,700 U.S. stores to provide a one-stop recycling destination for customers. Don't throw that old cell phone away - recycle it! More details
Opportunities Abound for South Carolina Farmers as Agriculture Evolves
Palmetto State farmers stand to benefit from what is expected to become a surge in the use and demand for alternative fuels, with a perennial South Carolina crop set to take center stage. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has set a goal of 36 billion gallons of fuel used in the United States to come from renewable biofuels during the coming decades, with more than 21 billion gallons to come from cellulose-based feedstock. More details
Fishing a Great Value for Family and Friends
Getting a license to fish in South Carolina is still the best value for your dollar even as temperatures are slowly beginning to cool off and fishing is heating up. A quality angling experience awaits at any one of the many beautiful lakes, streams or rivers in the Palmetto State. More details
Greenville Agencies Collaborate On New Initiative for Trail Safety
Multiple City of Greenville departments have collaborated to develop an innovative emergency marker system that includes mile posts and stencils throughout the Swamp Rabbit Trail to help greatly improve trail safety. Swamp Rabbit Trail users will now find posts installed every half mile and a two letter code "SR" accompanied by a mile number stenciled every one-tenth of a mile. More details
Take Steps to Help State’s Migratory Songbirds
The numbers of many neotropical migratory birds are declining precipitously, but a state wildlife biologist says people can help by taking some simple steps.
Neotropical migratory birds are those species that nest in North America and migrate to the tropics to spend the winter
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There's HOW Much Sugar in That Soft Drink???
Soft drinks are the first source of added sugar in the American diet. The United States ranks FIRST among other countries in soft drink consumption. More details
Bald Eagles in SC Continue Recovery
2007 survey results monitoring bald eagles in South Carolina continue to record eagle population success.
This year, survey participants recorded 564 bald eagles, which included 497 adult bald eagles, 67 immature bald eagles and two golden eagles.
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Greenville Offers Plenty of Options to Get Out and Get Active
The Parks & Recreation Department offers a comprehensive system of parks, greenways, public facilities and recreational choices that help enhance the quality of life of its residents and visitors. The Parks & Recreation Department provides a wide variety of year-round recreational choices to help you enjoy the beauty of Greenville's outdoors. More details
Are you Prepared for Flooding?
Flooding is one of the most common disasters that occurs in the Carolinas. Where will your family be if it floods? More details
Feed Summer Hummingbirds for Entertainment, Beauty
Hummingbirds, which artist John J. Audubon called "glittering fragments of the rainbow," are once again darting around flowers and feeders in South Carolina, say state natural resources officials.
"Hummingbirds are as fascinating to study as they are beautiful to watch," said Laurel Barnhill, wildlife biologist with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Columbia.
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Upstate Sites Among South Carolina’s Important Bird Areas
The National Audubon Society and Audubon South Carolina are working to identify a network of sites that provide critical habitat for birds, and two of the Upstate’s most panoramic and popular state parks rank among them, along with one national forest. Caesar’s Head/Jones Gap State Park and Table Rock State Park have been identified as two of the areas considered Important Bird Areas in the state. More details
When It Comes to Cervical Cancer, Early Detection is Your Best Protection
Despite the success of Pap tests, not all women get them regularly. It has been estimated that as many as 80% of deaths from cervical cancer could be prevented by regular screening and necessary follow-up treatment. More details
Hard Water Problems? Here Are Some Tips on Removing Mineral Deposits
If you have hard water, there will be an increase in the amount of films and stains from soap, minerals, and other substances. Bathroom fixtures, sinks, dishes, and other surfaces need frequent cleaning to prevent build-up. More details
Jocassee, Turtle Island Named Audubon Important Bird Areas
Two tracts have recently been designated as Important Bird Areas by Audubon South Carolina. The Jim Timmerman Natural Resources Area at Jocassee Gorges and Turtle Island Wildlife Management Area met several of the nominating criteria to be included on the list.
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Chimney Rock Park Sees Return of Peregrine Falcons
After coming a hair’s width away from extinction, the peregrine falcon is in the process of staging a remarkable comeback in the wild, untouched regions of certain areas in the US. Fortunately for environmentalists and bird watchers in North Carolina, Chimney Rock Park in Chimney Rock, NC, is one of those lucky places that is now playing host to this special bird.
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Healthy Eating Tips Your Kids Will Love
Every parent wants good things for their children: a positive outlook on life, a healthy respect for authority, a strong sense of self, a disease-free body...a healthy body weight. Despite our best intentions, a recent report suggests that for the first time in two centuries, the current generation of children may have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. More details
A Nice Set of Curtains Could Save You 10% on Heating Costs
Windows can provide light, ventilation and an enjoyable view. However, they also can make heating and cooling your home more difficult. More details
'Snags' Important to Wildlife for Food, Nesting, and Roosting
The numbers of many neotropical migratory birds are declining precipitously, but a state wildlife biologist says people can help by taking some simple steps.
Neotropical migratory birds are those species that nest in North America and migrate to the tropics to spend the winter.
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Is Your Brain Hungry? Have Some Food for Thought!
Did you know that your brain is a very hungry organ? In fact it consumes 20% of all the oxygen you breathe and 25% of all the calories you eat. More details
Want to Make Telemarketers Stop Calling You?
Stop unwanted phone calls by signing up for the Do Not Call Registry. It’s fast, free and effective. Telemarketers must stop calling your home phone or cell phone numbers in most cases if you add your numbers to the Do Not Call list. More details
Drought Busting Tips Help You Conserve Water This Summer
Many areas in the Carolinas are still in a state of extremem drought, and with the summer season in front of us, quite a few folks are trying to conserve. Residents are curtailing their non-essential uses of water, such as watering lawns and washing houses, sidewalks, and automobiles. More details
Rare American Chestnut Trees Found in Southeast
A grove of very rare American chestnut trees has been discovered in Georgia. The find is exciting to the scientific community and tree lovers alike, as the American chestnut had virtutally disappeared in a blight in the earlier part of the 20th century.
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Is There Hope for the Hemlock?
The Hemlock Woolly Adelgid is in the mid to late stages of destroying the Eastern Hemlock throughout the Southern Appalachians. DuPont State Forest depends on both the Carolina and Eastern Hemlock to provide deep shade for its cold water trout habitat. More details
Brushy Ditch Banks, Weedy Field Borders are Beneficial to Wildlife Around Farms
Brushy ditch banks and weedy field borders may not be attractive to some people, but many of South Carolina's favored farm wildlife and game species depend on these areas for their very survival."Bobwhite quail and cottontail rabbits, as well as many songbirds, depend on areas dominated by grasses, weeds and small shrubs," said Billy Dukes, Small Game Project supervisor for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR). More details
Sliding Rock is Mother Nature’s Chilly Answer to Water Parks
Water parks are everywhere, and with the summer heat, young kids (and their parents) start thinking about whether they would rather go to Charlotte’s Carowinds or Atlanta’s Six Flags or even one of the parks over in Pigeon Forge. The “true” water park aficionado might also want to make plans to visit Mother Nature’s very own – and original – water park, Sliding Rock. More details
Review Bird Feeding Basics to Keep Feathered Friends Well-Fed This Winter
Did you know that more than 100 North American bird species supplement their natural diets with birdseed, suet, fruit and nectar obtained from backyard bird feeders? It's true! Natural food supplies are scarce during the cold days of winter, so there's no better time than the present to prepare your backyard feeders for feathered friends. More details
Bluebird Boxes Can Bring Enjoyment to Bird Lovers
Nesting activities begin early for the beautiful and beneficial bluebird, a voracious insect eater that can bring a splash of color and a lyrical song to many homesteads.
If you haven't done it already, now is the time to clean, repair or put up new homes for bluebirds, one of our most beloved wildlife species, said Laurel Barnhill, wildlife biologist and statewide bird conservation coordinator with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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What Exactly IS Convection Cooking?
More and more new ranges have the convection oven feature, but what exactly is convection cooking? For you to use this feature more effectively, you need to understand what it does. More details
Unwashed Reusable Grocery Bags Breed Bacteria
Cloth shopping bags may be good for the environment, but are they good for your health? “Reusable grocery bags are safe, but you do need to keep them clean,” said Pam Schmutz, Home and Garden Information Center food safety specialist. More details
Ivory-bill Habitat Protected Through Land Deal Between The Nature Conservancy and U.S. Wildlife Service
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced it will acquire 1,440 acres of land from The Nature Conservancy to add to the Cache River National Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas – home to the recently rediscovered Ivory-bill Woodpecker and a host of other wildlife species.
The Service and the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission approved $1,944,000 from this year’s Migratory Bird Conservation Fund (commonly known as the Federal Duck Stamp program) to acquire 1,440 acres of the former Ray Coleman Howell Farm at Cache River NWR presently owned by The Nature Conservancy.
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Habitat Hightlight- YOUR Backyard!
South Carolina has more certified Backyard Wildlife Habitats than any other state! We are very proud of this honor, and want to stay at the top of this list.
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How to Grow And Make a Gourd Birdhouse
You can grow your own Birdhouse gourds, and it is so much fun! They make a beautiful addition to any sunny garden spot. The best part is reaping the harvest-- no two are alike! More details
Help Put a Stop to Bullying Among Children
As millions of children settle in to a new school year, the following information has been provided by the Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to assist families in addressing the challenges of bullying behavior. Bullying is aggressive behavior that is intentional and that involves an imbalance of power or strength. More details
Jocassee Gorges Passage of Palmetto Trail Another Link on Statewide Trail
South Carolina’s Palmetto Trail – currently a work in progress – will span the state with over 425 miles of hiking trails once it is completed. Started in 1997, new passages open each season, with the spectacular Jocassee Gorges Passage in Upstate South Carolina setting itself apart from many other passages with its stunning scenery and dramatic terrain. More details
The Ivory-Billed Woodpecker; Natural History And Facts
The ivory-billed woodpecker ( Campephilus principalis) -- is among the world's largest woodpeckers. Only the imperial woodpecker of Mexico, now thought by many to be extinct, was larger than the ivory-bill.
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Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Backyard WildlifeHabitat Site
Tiny, iridescent hummingbirds are an exciting addition to your habitat. Hummingbirds visit SC from March through November and you can attract them by planting red, tubular flowers. More details
Caesars Head State Park is Close, But a World Away
Spartanburg is a terrific place to work, raise a family and enjoy what life has to offer, but that doesn't take away the need to get away from it all every once in a while, away from paved streets, traffic noise and all the signs of civilization. Caesars Head State Park, so close, yet so far, is the perfect day trip to what seems like another world.
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Red Wolf, An Endangered Spcies, Is Making a Slow Come Back
Originally, the red wolf roamed as far north as Pennsylvania and as far west as central Texas. Like its relative the grey wolf, the red wolf was wiped out from its former range by large scale predator control programs.
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Monarch Butterfly Migration Is Fueled With Milkweed; Plant Milkweed Seeds to Aid Migration
180 Million Monarchs are now on the move! Milkweed plants are the only food source for Monarch caterpillars. There is a severe shortage of Milkweed, and their young may perish in large numbers if a larger milkweed food supply is not made available. More details
Wild Turkey Flock Finds Asheville, NC, To Its Taste; Pays Recent Visit to Historic Manor Inn
Veritable traffic stoppers, and the topic of much conversation around the office, a rather large flock of wild turkeys has decided, like so many others, that Asheville is the place for them. A somewhat unlikely choice, given that wild turkeys tend to gravitate toward more rural and less populated areas in which to reside, Asheville has embraced its wayward flock. The feathered tribe of maybe twenty or so can be found at any number of locations in central and north Asheville, casually strolling across parking lots and lawns - or right down the center of streets - stopping traffic all the while, as amazed and amused drivers patiently wait for the crowd "turkus maximus" to meander on their way.
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Endangered Species Spotlight- Gopher Tortoise
The gopher tortoise is one of the oldest living species, originating in North America over 60 million years ago. Today their range includes many parts of Florida, southern areas of Georgia, South Carolina, Mississippi, Alabama, and the tip of Eastern Louisiana.
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Saving Natural Habitats Begins At Home; Learn About Sustainable Gardening Practices
Disappearing habitat is a problem worldwide. Most endangered species have that status because of habitat loss. Two thirds of the world’s forests are already gone.
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NC Arboretum Operates State-of-the-Art Greenhouse Complex Just a short Drive Up the Mountain
At the end of the short drive into the mountains of western North Carolina lies one of the finest examples of "gardening heaven" that can be found in our area. For both the regular visitor and the uninitiated, the splendor of the North Carolina Arboretum, located on the west side of Asheville just off of I-26, begins with the entry road into this massive and picturesque facility. Owned and operated by the University of North Carolina system on 426 acres in the Bent Creek Experimental Forest, the road winds gently past woodlands, trails, high stone retaining walls, and some glorious landscaping.
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Legends and Geologic Facts Equally Intriguing at The Blowing Rock
Legend has it that after a Chickasaw maiden’s warrior love had leapt from the Blowing Rock, she prayed daily to the Great Spirit to return her warrior beloved to her and was granted her wish when the brave was blown back up by the winds surrounding the rock. Geologists with the US Geologic Survey estimate the metamorphic igneous rock to be about 1,055 million years old and have determined the wind comes from a flume formed by the rocky walls which sweeps the wind up, along with any objects in its current .
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Biltmore Industries Holds Distinguished Position in Appalachia's Arts and Crafts History
Biltmore Industries, for many years an exceptional outlet for traditional mountain arts and crafts and the one-time beneficiary of George and Edith Vanderbilt's generosity, is a long-running example of Appalachia's propensity toward fostering local mountain arts and crafts. The following article, posted with the permission of Asheville, North Carolina, author, historian, and antiques authority Bruce E. Johnson, provides an in-depth look at Biltmore Industries and the impact it had on Appalachia's artisans and crafts people throughout the 20th century.
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Grandfather Mountain, a Globally Recognized Nature Preserve
Most visitors to Western North Carolina probably recognize Grandfather Mountain’s famous swinging bridge, and more than likely enjoy visiting its restaurant and souvenir shop. Many thousands of travelers stop by Grandfather Mountain during the annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, one of the largest gatherings of Scottish clans anywhere in the country. More details
Chimney Rock Park Offers Four Seasons of Outdoor Fun
For those looking for a invigorating, outdoors spot to spend the better part of a day away from their own particular brand of hustle and bustle, Chimney Rock Park might just be the place. With fall’s generally crisp and sunny days, the park is an ideal location for an afternoon outside with family or friends. More details
Abundance of Water, Natural Gas and Plant Sites Makes the Upstate a Top Choice For New Manufacturers.
They say you have to be good and lucky to be successful in business. The South Carolina Upstate certainly qualifies for the category of the "good and lucky." With a skilled work force steeped in the Southern tradition of a strong work ethic to complement its abundance of natural resources, the Upstate is considered by the world's manufacturers to be one of the top areas to locate a new manufacturing plant.
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