Boo-Tanical Wonders: The Spooky Side of Nature
Article written by Kathy Norcross Watts, Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist Volunteer Maybe you’re planning to visit haunted woods to celebrate …
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Announcing the 2025-2026 Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist Program
We are excited to announce the opening of the application period for the 2025-2026 Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist Program—an …
Spotted Lanternfly - What Homeowners Can Do Right Now
Current Life Stage (October and November): Adults and egg masses Homeowners are on the front lines of defense against the …
Wild Places in Backyard Spaces Series - Backyard Wildlife: Friend or Foe?
North Carolina’s Piedmont region is rich with native wildlife—from curious raccoons and rabbits to songbirds, squirrels, and even the …
Groundhog Day
Article and Photos By Kathy Norcross Watts, Northwest Piedmont Master Naturalist While the groundhog colony hibernates in tunnels surrounding my …
Safe Passage: Friendly Skies for Fall Bird Migration
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single flap. Every autumn, billions of birds undertake a treacherous journey …