The Consequences of Overriding Cooper’s Farm Act Veto

This June, a fateful decision echoed through North Carolina’s House of Representatives. This set the stage for an environmental crisis with far-reaching ramifications. NC lawmakers chose to override Governor Roy Cooper’s veto of the Farm Act (SB 582). Lawmakers have opened the door for the devastation of invaluable wetlands. The Farm Act: weakens clean water laws […]

Why Congaree National Park is a Must-Visit Destination in South Carolina

Have you ever wanted to lose yourself in nature’s grandeur, surrounded by towering trees and diverse wildlife? If so, then Congaree National Park in South Carolina should be at the top of your travel list. Congaree National Park is in South Carolina. It’s near Columbia, the state capital. The National Park Service worked hard to […]

Supreme Court Narrows the Scope of the Clean Water Act

On Thursday, May 25th, the Supreme Court voted to weaken the EPA’s ability to protect our nation’s critical wetlands and clean water. The Supreme Court’s decision exposes our communities to environmental injustices. The Clean Water Act protects America’s: drinking water wetlands lakes rivers Wetlands are our best protection from the worst impacts of climate change. […]

7 Facts You Didn’t Know About The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is a unique natural wonder in Southeastern Georgia. The Okefenokee Swamp is a 438,000-acre wetland. It straddles the Georgia–Florida line. It’s considered the headwaters of the Suwannee and St. Marys Rivers. The Fish and Wildlife Service owns and runs the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. They partner with third parties, like […]

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Four Types of North Carolina Forests (and Where to Find Them)

Guest Post by Amal Dadi Did you know that North Carolina is one of the most ecologically unique states in the country? Discover the forests right here in your backyard! From mountains to sea, North Carolina contains at least eight defined climate zones. This diversity of habitats means that natural spaces in North Carolina are […]