With over 6,000 described frog species found on every continent except Antarctica, it’s no surprise that these amphibians play a vital role in a variety of ecosystems. They vary greatly; […]
Tag: conservation
Light Up WV surveys firefly populations in state parks
The West Virginia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking input from the community to document firefly species in state parks and develop conservation efforts for the beloved insects. Most […]
Guest essay: COP26 or ‘cop-out’: A cry for local action
by Alan D. Bristow The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland, was supposed to be the time when countries offered real solutions to honor the Paris […]
WVBG gardener: ‘Take action now’ to help environment
Some coral reefs on Maui struggle By David P. DavisNewsroom@DominionPost.com While a fall chill has hit Appalachia, I have taken a “bucket-list” trip to Hawaii to take in the warmth […]
Process to fix Ida damage moving along
KINGWOOD — The West Virginia Conservation Agency has been very helpful as it works with Preston County on stream restoration, streambank stabilization and stream blockage removal projects. That’s what County […]
Registration open for virtual State Junior Conservation Camp
CHARLESTON — For the second consecutive year, West Virginia’s annual State Junior Conservation Camp will be presented virtually. Typically, the five-day, overnight camp for 11- to 14-year-olds is staged at […]
West Virginia Highlands Conservancy Dolly Sods project has hit a minor roadblock
The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy (WVHC) Dolly Sods project is moving forward, but not as quickly as anticipated. The project was conceived when it became evident that Dolly Sods Wilderness […]
Trash and Trout: State chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers releases March campaign to clean up public waterways
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – “We need your help to clean up our trout streams! Angler litter specifically … you know what we’re talking about. It sucks.” That call to action is […]
Awarding a rewarding tradition
The award of longevity in agriculture given to 2 farms By ALDONA BIRD Newsroom@DominionPost.com This year, two farms received awards for longevity in agriculture from the Monongahela Conservation District of the […]
SAMUEL: What do people think of black bears?
Black bears have made a comeback in many parts of the country, including West Virginia. Various surveys have been done in several surrounding states to assess just how people feel […]
