Browsing: Environment

Spring migration is upon us in south Mississippi. The Ides of March usually brings the first Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, with other…

Trees are hard to ignore. They have played many roles in our lives, from the trees we climbed as kids…

As I walk into the Mississippi Coast Fly Fishers meeting on Thursday night, I hear the fish tales already going…

USM’s Marine Conservation Club (MCC), which specializes in the education and environmental aspects of marine life, recently held a cleanup…

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District recently held its annual mid-winter bald eagle surveys at its north…

Offering suet cakes or homemade suet to backyard birds is a great way to help them stay warm in winter.…

For my friend David Minkler, trees are his reason for being. As an ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist, David looks at a tree with different eyes than most of us, interpreting the many clues that tell him how each plant is fairing. And there are so many things and circumstances that can be positive or negative for the trees that he studies and cares for.

The 24th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count begins this Friday, February 12th, and runs through Monday the 15th.

The fate of Monarch Butterflies has been of concern for many years now, resulting in increased awareness and actions by…

It’s quite important that everyone be aware of our role in letting them degrade our natural resources.

These regal birds can be readily seen and enjoyed – right here, in coastal Mississippi.

Unless you are a birder or know one, you might think twice upon hearing that every year people conduct what are known as Christmas Bird Counts (CBC).

A Southern Tradition

Where is your special place on the river?

Where have all the acorns gone?

Finding Butter-butts in your backyard.