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Meet the newest additions at Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo: twin cotton-top tamarins, born on April 6. The infants bring double the joy to the zoo's endangered species conservation efforts.
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo welcomes rare twin cotton-top tamarins
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announced the recent birth of twin endangered cotton-top tamarins in a news release. According to teh release, the twins were born on April 6 and both infants are … more
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Justin Grider shows Assistant R3 Coordinator Olivia Wilkes the proper point to mount the shotgun.
R3 Program expanding outreach to all campuses
One of the goals of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is to not only manage and conserve our abundant natural wonders but to also share Alabama's great outdoors … more
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Karen Chiasson took 1st Place in the Bugs and Butterflies Category of the 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest with this image of an imperial moth caterpillar at Blakeley Historic State Park in Baldwin County.
EcoWild Outdoor Expo welcomes showcase of Alabama's natural beauty in Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Exhibit
The eagerly awaited 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Exhibit is set to make its premiere at the EcoWild Outdoor Expo, slated for May 10-12 at the Mobile Convention Center in Mobile according to a … more
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The beauty and bounty of gladiolus flowers in our humid grow zone: Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper, presented by Saunders Yachtworks
Gladiolus, sometimes known as sword lilies, are a staple of Southern gardens, known for their striking, upright spikes and delicate blooms. In zones 8 /9, such as those found in South Alabama, … more
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Gulf of Mexico greater amberjack recreational fishing season resumes May 1
NOAA Fisheries has issued a reminder to recreational fishermen regarding the reopening of the Gulf of Mexico greater amberjack recreational fishing season. The season is set to resume at 12:01 a.m. … more
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Raised bed gardening an alternative to traditional backyard gardens
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Growing food for family and friends doesn't require a half-acre commitment. Raised bed gardens offer an alternative for people who cannot garden because of limited garden … more
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Saunders Yachtworks' decision to consolidate services at its Gulf Shores location marks a strategic move towards enhanced efficiency and centralized customer service in the marine industry. Pictured here is Saunders Yachtworks Director of Operations M. Boyd Siegel as he conducts a tour for juniors and seniors at Gulf Shores High School in March.
Smooth sailing ahead: Saunders Yachtworks to streamline, centralize services in Gulf Shores
Saunders Yachtworks, renowned as the foremost marine service provider on the northern Gulf Coast and esteemed presenter of " Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper ," has unveiled a strategic … more
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Renewed recreation: Bay Minette's Sye Davis Park welcomes upgrades
The City of Bay Minette has recently enhanced the recreational offerings at Sye Davis Park with the installation of new playground equipment. As part of the park's renovation efforts, youth … more
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Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship joins Governor Kay Ivey to present the Grand Champion trophies to hunter Paul McCaleb, right, and landowner Russ Newman.
McCaleb crowned Grand Champion at Alabama Governor's One-Shot Turkey Hunt
Despite some challenging weather conditions, the Alabama Governor's One-Shot Turkey Hunt last week was another resounding success with numerous hunters from across the nation bagging an Alabama bird. … more
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Baldwin County's Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail retains title as nation's best recreational trail
Who says Alabama is only known for White Sauce and bushwackers? For the second consecutive year, the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, nestled in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, has clinched … more
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How to grow and use radishes, the fastest-growing vegetable: Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper, presented by Saunders Yachtworks
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, radishes are a fantastic choice for growing your own food in your backyard, no matter how much space you have available. Radish is typically one of … more
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Officials cut the ceremonial ribbon for the new Lakeside Cabins at Gulf State Park on Monday, April 15, 2024
Gulf State Park adds new lakeside cabins at Lake Shelby
Hurricane Sally striking the Alabama Gulf Coast four years ago this September may seem like a long time ago, but there are places still rebuilding.A ceremonial ribbon-cutting was held on Monday, … more
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Dove hunting is one the many hunting opportunities available that will be emphasized at the Expo.
Mobile's EcoWild Expo celebrates Alabama's outdoors
Alabama is blessed with many natural wonders and diverse ecosystems that provide abundant opportunities for Alabamians and visitors alike to enjoy. A group of folks in south Alabama wants to make … more
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Scraps that can be composted, like food waste, paper and egg cartons, do nothing to give back nutrients to the earth if they sit in a landfill. The Fairhope Compost Project is a new initiative (still in the initial stages) that Sarah Bogdanovich has established with the goal of 1,000 local families composting their food scraps and organic waste by Earth Day 2025.
Newly formed nonprofit Fairhope Compost Project aims to transform waste management
FAIRHOPE — Have you ever stopped to think about what happens to the over-ripe fruit, wilted lettuce or dinner leftovers after it goes in your garbage can? The Fairhope Worm Lady is trying to … more
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Orange Beach's The Wharf nominated for ACM Awards Outdoor Venue of the Year
The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach's 10,000-seat live music and entertainment venue, announced its third-straight nomination for the Academy of Country Music's (ACM) Outdoor Venue of the Year on … more
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While the above image is not of a queen conch, NOAA announced the listing of the queen conch as threatened under the Endangered Species Act due to overutilization through commercial, recreational and subsistence fishing, as well as illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing.
NOAA Fisheries announces final rule listing queen conch as threatened under ESA
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries announced earlier this year the listing of the queen conch as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). NOAA … more
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Prepare yourselves, for the eclipse draws near. This celestial phenomenon not only delights us humans and alters our daily rhythms but also influences the behavior of our fellow inhabitants of the natural world: animals.
Wild reactions: How animals behave during an eclipse
For many, an eclipse like the one on April 8 is a once-in-a-lifetime event. A total solar eclipse is a rare occurrence, and the one on Monday is special as it will cross the United States meaning … more
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Discover North Baldwin: Outdoor fun for the whole family at annual expo
The 2nd Annual Discover North Baldwin Outdoor Expo, sponsored by JBT Power, Pepsi Atmore and Talk 106.5, will take place on April 6, at Bicentennial Park in Stockton, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The … more
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The secrets of mulberry trees: Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper, presented by Saunders Yachtworks
Mulberry trees are fascinating and valuable plants that offer an array of benefits beyond their delicious fruits. In this article, we'll delve into the diverse uses and significance of mulberry … more
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This year's red snapper season will consist of four-day weekends, running from Friday through Monday, starting on May 24 and continuing until the private angler quota is projected to be met. Additionally, the entire week encompassing Independence Day, from July 1 to July 5, will be open for red snapper fishing.
Alabama announces 2024 red snapper fishing season
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) has declared that both Alabama state waters and federal waters will open to private and … more
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