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Twitching...
...is not the herkie jerky movement generally associated with the term "twitch," but a live stream video platform that allows us to...
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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SERA-47 Participation
Our work has kept us busy lately and we want to share some details with you. Currently, we are participating in the SERA-47 annual...
Dec 15, 20221 min read
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Time of Giving Thanks
Not everyone celebrates Thanksgiving in the same way, but the common theme often includes family, thanks (an emotion), and gratitude...
Nov 21, 20221 min read
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The Dreams of Spiders
A recent study indicates spider’s experience rapid eye movement and other sleep related traits, because they dream. Check out the latest...
Aug 9, 20221 min read
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Award-Winning Jam!!!
Recently Chipco's very own Karen Hannel entered the Dalemain international Marmalade Competition in Penrith, Cumbria (England). Two of...
May 31, 20221 min read
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Post-Earth Day
As you likely know, Earth Day was yesterday. So now that the hype is over, we wanted to share a post-Earth Day message hoping that you'll...
Apr 23, 20221 min read
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We're at it again!
Our first Master Naturalist class of 2022 is ready for you! Chipco Preserve is pleased to announce the upcoming Florida Master Naturalist...
Feb 15, 20221 min read
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The Sustainable Nature of Cork
Tucked along Fahm Street in the Historical District of Savannah, Ga. is a fascinating location called The CorkHouse. The store seemingly...
Jun 23, 20211 min read
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Invasive Species Alert! Zebra Mussels
The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) has published an alert regarding zebra mussels (pictured below) found...
Mar 9, 20211 min read
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What do you hear?
"I listen to a concert in which so many parts are wanting," wrote Henry David Thoreau in 1856. Thoreau was reflecting on his life in...
Dec 10, 20201 min read
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27 million real Christmas trees
Did you know that in 2018, Americans bought more than 27 million real Christmas trees? Consider green disposal methods for the...
Dec 1, 20201 min read
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Iconic Spanish Moss (Tillandsia usneoides)
Spanish Moss has long been a symbol of southern character and lore. This epiphyte is not a moss and it does not harm the trees on which...
Nov 28, 20201 min read
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Thanks-giving
As the Thanksgiving celebration draws near, we are thankful for family, friends, and the positive differences we each represent. May you...
Nov 23, 20201 min read
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Oct 11, 20200 min read
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A Murder on the Roof
You probably already know that a group of crows is referred to as a murder. Recently, a murder was positioned just above our roof and...
Sep 2, 20201 min read
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"Gather" - A New Native Food-Systems Documentary!
Looking for a film for the whole family? Check out "Gather."
Aug 25, 20201 min read
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Chief Chipco, and the town named in his honor
The background work related to Chipco Preserve has been published by The Florida Historical Quarterly. Here's the front cover, a...
Aug 13, 20201 min read
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Aug 8, 20200 min read
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Amazing Service Learning Work!
We are nearing the end of our Environmental Interpretation course (100% online) for Florida Master Naturalist certification. Check out...
Aug 7, 20201 min read
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