Each summer the Highlands Biological Station offers a wide variety of classes, workshops, lectures, camps, and hikes for every member of our community. Whether you’re interested in the in-depth […]
Most red fox activity occurs at night, but daytime movements are not uncommon. The red fox mates once a year, and in North Carolina, this generally occurs in January. The […]
With winter’s icy breath enveloping the mountains, the desire for typical outdoor activities wanes in many. However, those daring enough to brave the cold on the plateau and venture outside will […]
Winter holds its own special avian gems in and around our local wetlands – lakes, ponds, flooded fields, and estuaries. At Mirror Lake near Highlands, for instance, you can […]
During the winter months our resident avian friends – the Titmice, Dark-Eyed Juncos, and Carolina Chickadees that live around and amongst us – become more easily seen and appreciated. With […]
In the November issue we reported on the alarming disappearance of honeybees. In this issue we take a first-hand look at what’s happening to bees in our own back yards. […]
The Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) is a fairly large songbird, rare in the Western U.S., which neither migrates nor changes color by molding. The male is a commanding red, the […]
For the past 88 years the Highlands Biological Station has fostered research and education focused here in Highlands. Each summer hundreds of students come to Highlands to learn more about […]
Whether you pronounce the name of this Christmas favorite “Poin-set-ah” or prefer “Poin-set-ee-ah,” or as some from Across the Pond say, “Poin-set-ya,” it really doesn’t matter. This flower hails from […]
Sitting atop the luscious High Holly Mountain, the Highlands Aerial Park is a perfect choice for those with a desire to mix the gorgeous scenery of the Appalachian Mountains with […]
