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Southeastern Trust for Parks and Land makes use of natural land to foster natural land conservation; environmental stewardship; science education and research; and public recreation for the benefit of individuals and communities.

As our name indicates we are an active resource in land preservation and active usage spreading across the southeastern United States. We are a non-profit organization that relies on public support in the form of conservation endowment fees, privately and publicly funded grants, and financial contributions from individuals and community groups. We engage in relationships with other non-profit community groups to further the impact of our efforts.

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This weeks Invasive Species Highlight is the infamous kudzu vine, often called The Vine That Ate the South. Introduced to the United States in the late 1800s as an ornamental plant, kudzu was later promoted for livestock forage and erosion control, accelerating its spread.
Thriving in disturbed habitats, kudzu can grow up to 60 cm (2 feet) per day during the growing season. It climbs over trees, shrubs, power lines, and buildings, forming dense mats that block sunlight and eventually kill the vegetation beneath them. By smothering forests and reshaping entire landscapes, kudzu reduces biodiversity and destroys critical wildlife habitat.
Kudzus rapid spread is a powerful reminder of how introduced species can profoundly alter ecosystems when they escape their natural controls.Image attachment

This week's Invasive Species Highlight is the infamous kudzu vine, often called "The Vine That Ate the South." Introduced to the United States in the late 1800s as an ornamental plant, kudzu was later promoted for livestock forage and erosion control, accelerating its spread.
Thriving in disturbed habitats, kudzu can grow up to 60 cm (2 feet) per day during the growing season. It climbs over trees, shrubs, power lines, and buildings, forming dense mats that block sunlight and eventually kill the vegetation beneath them. By smothering forests and reshaping entire landscapes, kudzu reduces biodiversity and destroys critical wildlife habitat.
Kudzu's rapid spread is a powerful reminder of how introduced species can profoundly alter ecosystems when they escape their natural controls.
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Gilmer county has more than its share. There’s very little evident attempt to control it. I’m fighting encroachment from utility right of way. EMC says its phone company’s responsibility. Phone company says it’s EMC’s.

As migrants begin to leave Georgia and head back south for the winter, many birders will be out looking to spot one last glimpse of many species, including this week’s “Feathered Find”, the Swainson’s Thrush. Often heard first and seen later, this medium-sized thrush is numerous across most of North America, although hard to find due to their excellent camouflage. Keep your ears open for a beautiful flute-like song from deep in the forest and maybe you’ll spot one of these speckled singers.

As migrants begin to leave Georgia and head back south for the winter, many birders will be out looking to spot one last glimpse of many species, including this week’s “Feathered Find”, the Swainson’s Thrush. Often heard first and seen later, this medium-sized thrush is numerous across most of North America, although hard to find due to their excellent camouflage. Keep your ears open for a beautiful flute-like song from deep in the forest and maybe you’ll spot one of these speckled singers. ... See MoreSee Less

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