Monthly Archives: July 2011

Wetland Warriors Receive Recognition

The Wetland Warriors received recognition for their many accomplishments and dedication to the Cache River Wetlands from Lt. Governor Sheila Simon today at the quarterly meeting of the Mississippi River Coordinating Council. Continue reading

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Chanterelles!!

Despite a heat advisory yesterday, the shade of the forest kept us cool. And, the unexpected surprise of a nice mess of chanterelle mushrooms made the excursion doubly nice! Continue reading

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Amos Corzine Obituary

Amos Corzine passed away on Friday.  Visitation and the service are tomorrow (Tuesday) at 11a and 1p.  Amos was active in early Save the Cache efforts and the Friends provided a loan to the American Land Conservancy that facilitated the purchase of his property on the Cache, which is now owned by IDNR.
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Out of the Wild

[ June 2, 2011; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. July 7, 2011; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. August 4, 2011; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. September 1, 2011; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] First Thursdays of month–June through September get up close and personal with critters of the Cache River wetlands. Each month, we will feature one or more animals and provide opportunities to see, touch, and learn about wildlife that finds a home in the Cache River wetlands. For more information call the Cypress Creek National Wildlife [...]

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