Archive for April 2014
Everyday is Earth Day
Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders : Earth Day at Evergreen Community Charter School by Emily Ehley Of course, “earth day” is every day that occurs on…
Read MoreA botanical exploration in the Sipsey Wilderness, May 3
The Natural History of Thompson Creek: A botanical exploration in the Sipsey Wilderness Saturday, May 3, 2014 8:30 a.m. Warrior Mountains Trading Company SIGN UP! Group size is strictly limited…
Read MoreHikes in Bankhead National Forest, April 26
Two great Bankhead National Forest hikes to choose from on April 26! Wiggins Hollow Leader: Robert Howell Distance: 2.5 miles roundtrip Rating: Moderate (completely off-trail) All ages welcome There is…
Read MoreTHE SIPSEY CHALLENGE! Celebrate Wilderness! Win prizes!
Take The Sipsey Challenge! Challenge yourself…and celebrate Wilderness! In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Wilderness Act and the 40th anniversary of the Sipsey Wilderness, both in 2014,…
Read MoreBenefit for Alabama Wilderness
A little background: On Oct. 26, 2013, a woman backpacking with a friend in the Sipsey Wilderness took a fall and severely broke her leg. She was in the heart…
Read MorePeregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)
Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) Imagine an animal that is four feet wide, and can exceed speeds of up to 200 mph. Imagine this animal having knife-like claws and excellent eyesight,…
Read MoreHistory of the Alabama National Forests, April 17
Red Wolf (Canis rufus)
As winter finally starts to melt and the first green glow of tulip poplar blossoms rise over the mountains, we take a moment once again to be thankful for the…
Read MoreFrom the Desk of Pat Byington
To all Wild South-ers, I am humbled and honored to serve you all as the Executive Director at Wild South. As the Tennessee Wild Campaign Coordinator, I was able to…
Read MoreWildflower hike on Thompson Creek, Sipsey Wilderness, April 12
Wildflower hike on Thompson Creek (Trail #206) Sipey Wilderness, Bankhead National Forest (Alabama) Saturday, April 12 Warrior Mountains Trading Company 9:00 a.m. SIGN UP! Leader: Grant Posey Distance: 5 miles…
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