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Count birds for science during the 121st Annual Christmas Bird Count
By Buckmasters Online
From December 14 to January 5, nature enthusiasts will rise before dawn to join in the 120-year old tradition of the longest-running citizen science survey—the Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count. This year, the Audubon Christmas Bird Count will mobilize over 72,000 volunteer bird counters in more than 2,500 locations across the Western Hemi... READ MORE
How to safely share the woods with hunters
By Buckmasters Online
Photo: Blaze orange, hot pink or neon green clothing is a must for hiking or biking in the woods during fall. When hikers or trail bike riders enter the woods this fall, they need to remember it’s hunting season for small game, waterfowl and big game, and go prepared to share the woods with hunters before they leave home.Sharing the woods wi... READ MORE
Fall hiking? Time to plan and prepare
By Buckmasters Online
No matter where you live, the arrival of fall brings renewed interest in hiking. Exploring local trails, parks and other recreational opportunities continues to engage people with the outdoors, something important for physical and mental health. As temperatures cool and colorful foliage emerges, there’s a surge in hikers hitting the trails. ... READ MORE
An extreme threat - Another state invaded by tegus
By Buckmasters Online
Photo: A dangerous invader has arrived in South Carolina, the Argentine black and white tegu lizard.– Photo courtesy Dustin Smith, SCDNR. Argentine black and white tegus first invaded Florida, the state with more invasive species than any other. Then they moved into Georgia, greatly alarming to conservationists and biologists. On August 21, ... READ MORE
NASP recognizes Academic Archers, On Target for Life winners
By Buckmasters Online
Photo: Alexa Namphy with her new Genesis bow, has been named one of the top 10 Academic Archers in the U.S. by the NASP. – Photo courtesy ADCNR. Despite the global challenge of virtual classrooms during the Covid 19 virus, an all-time high of 31,961 students were registered in the National Archery in the Schools (NASP) Academic Archer program... READ MORE
Is that a rainbow?
By Buckmasters Online
What looks like a rainbow but isn’t a rainbow? Perhaps you’ve seen one. It seems like a rainbow turned upside down. Some folks say that’s God’s Smile, but meteorologists call it a circumzenithal arc or a CZA. Or, it might look like a rainbow only it is parallel to the horizon. Sometimes poetically called a fire rainbow, tha... READ MORE