As spring warms up, snakes are on the move and people are asking questions when they see one: namely, what species is it and what should they do. Daniel Sollenberger, a senior wildlife biologist with DNR’s Wildlife Conservation Section, explains that seldom will the snakes you encounter be venomous. Read more. Georgia Dept. of Natural […]
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The Grundy Forest Day Loop Trail, located at the north end of the 12-mile Fiery Gizzard Trail within South Cumberland State Park, offers hikers a chance to experience a variety of remarkable natural attractions within a manageable two-mile hike. Read more. Bracken Mayo – Murfreesboro Pulse
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Tennessee is home to 100+ wildflower species, making the discovery of these seasonal florals in Chattanooga easy, sweet pea-sy. Grab your pals — and your allergy meds — to see spring blooms. Read more. Kristen Templeton – NOOGAtoday Database of Wildflowers for Tennessee Photo: Bob Butters
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Healthy waterways and watersheds are vital for a healthy environment and economy, providing essential resources like drinking water, supporting agriculture, industry, wildlife and outdoor recreation. Chattanoogans are fortunate to have an organization that champions the call for making sure these watersheds remain healthy. The WaterWays celebrated their 20th anniversary last year. The organization, founded by long-time
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When you touch soil, did you know there should be a village of microorganisms keeping the dirt viable for growth? Did you also know that often, this village is dwindling? Alter Eco Farms, a soil food web specialized lab in Hixson, has set out to reintroduce the biodiversity soil should naturally have. Read more. Haley
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A new exhibit in the Tennessee Aquarium’s Ridges to Rivers gallery showcases these often-underappreciated organisms and draws attention to their role in maintaining the health of aquatic ecosystems. Flowing just west of Chattanooga, the Duck River is one of the most life-rich waterways in all of North America. This 284-mile river — the longest contained
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Bird flu has devastated poultry and dairy farms, and sent the price of eggs soaring in the United States since it was first detected in North America in late 2021. But what has been the toll on wild birds? More than 170 species of North American wild birds – including ducks, geese, gulls, owls, eagles and others – have been infected
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Chattanooga is going all out for Earth Week 2025, and you’re invited to be part of the movement! From the mountains to the riverfront, the city will come alive with free events, outdoor adventures, volunteer opportunities, and celebrations of sustainability. This year is extra special—Chattanooga is proudly celebrating its new title as the first National
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You may not realize it, but this region is home to the greatest concentration of aquatic life in North America. A few hundred yards of a single small river here has more fish species than the entire state of California. No place on earth has more diversity of mussels or crayfish. The Paint Rock River,
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Since 1987, the Land Trust of North Alabama has preserved over 10,000 acres in seven counties and developed over 80 miles of public trails. They recently announced the acquisition of two new tracts in the Huntsville area: A 21-acre parcel located on Drake Mountain. Two adjoining tracts totaling 21 acres which expand the Wade Mountain
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