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On the summer solstice, as the earth completed its northward tilt toward the sun, I stepped into...

June 13, 2026, we gathered in the greenspace for a Developing Community Greenspaces Workshop

In many cases, yes. Invasive plants can make mosquito problems worse by creating dense, humid cover...

Apparently, there are 24 varieties of Sumac. Our Kentucky native sumacs are Winged Sumac (Rhus...

One thing we have in common is the environment

I mowed my yard today, and two things happened. I startled a snake, and a snake startled me. A...

As our volunteers know, we do a lot of manual pulling of invasives and have professional services...

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Ah, stress. The antecedent to a lot of our troubles. It raises our cortisol levels, it...

Winter creeper (Euonymus fortunei) is a fast‑growing evergreen vine that was introduced to the...

💦Lexington’s Water week is March 20 – 29.   Water Week is an annual celebration dedicated to raising...

Natural heritage refers to the collection of natural features, ecosystems, species, and geological...

It was pushing midnight in early February. The air was brisk, and the stars were out. If your TV...

I learned about a new creature this week at the LFUCG Environmental Commission’s community event...

If you enjoy watching birds in your backyard, you can do more than just admire them—you can help...

In the field of stream ecology, Large Woody Debris (LWD) is often referred to as a "biological...

Caring for our pets and caring for our local wildlife go hand in hand. Cats kill billions of...

Discover how neglecting yard chores can benefit biodiversity and support native wildlife, inspired...