August News & Updates from SCWF
Our August is off to a strong start! We had a successful online summer auction, our free education classes continue to serve the masses, and we are making strides for wildlife through our advocacy efforts. As always, thank you for all you do to support our work for wildlife!
- SCWF Team
Oysters - Free Zoom Class!
Photo credit: Holly Kight-Sommers
Join us for this webinar to learn about the economical, environmental, and ecological benefits oyster reefs provide, and what you can do to ensure this natural resource is sustained! Holly Kight-Sommers, a biologist with SCDNR’s South Carolina Oyster Recycling and Enhancement (SCORE) Program, will discuss the magnificent critters that rely on oyster reefs to survive, and why replacing shell onto the shoreline is the best way to support these populations. U. S. Congressman Joe Cunningham will also join us to discuss the importance of oyster reefs as living shorelines to help protect the Lowcountry coast from intense storms. #oystersarehabitatforming #everybushelcounts
Wednesday, August 19th at 12pm
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Native Trees & Insects - Free Zoom Class!
Photo credit: Dr. David Coyle
Dr. David Coyle is back for another SCWF webinar! Nibbles on leaves and conks on trees, there is a whole group of insects and fungi that affect various parts of your tree. This seminar will show you many of the common native and invasive tree pests in South Carolina – what they look like, why we have them, and what to do about them. And since not all bugs are bad, we’ll also talk about a few beneficial insects and how they can benefit your trees and yard.
Friday, August 21st at 10am
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Advocacy Updates from SCWF!
Photo credit: Parker Gibbons
SCWF closely monitors state and national issues affecting our wildlife. While there have been recent wins for nature, SCWF is also taking a stance with two lawsuits. Read more about each of these advocacy updates here.
It's Time for the Annual Photo Contest!
Photo credit: Bulls Island Boneyard Sunrise by Ben Sumrell
Calling all amateur photographers! SCWF is sponsoring our 18th Annual Wildlife Photography Contest. Send us your best pictures capturing the beauty of South Carolina’s nature – in your own backyard or our backyard – that being South Carolina’s natural landscapes and creatures.
Deadline: October 31st!
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Post a Picture of Your Dog In Support of #SharkWeek and #FinBanNow
Photo Credit: Will Green
We love all of our state's wildlife, including sharks! In support of #SharkWeek (August 9 - August 16), SCWF is partnering with our friends at Oceana to voice outrage about the millions of sharks killed each year for their fins and to end the US fin trade. Did you know: The Shark Fin Sales Elimination Act (H.R. 737/S.877) passed through the House last November. Now we now must get it through the Senate before the conclusion of the 116th Congress.
Post a picture of your pup (or other pet ally) with a fin and use one of the below captions. Make sure to tag us so we can share your pictures!
73 million sharks end up in the global shark fin trade every year due to their demand for their fins! (name of Dog) and I are celebrating #SharkWeek2020 by saying it is time for a #FinBanNow. #BarksForSharks #SharkWeek2020 @scwildlifefederation
It’s #SharkWeek2020! (Name of Dog) thinks it’s time for a #FinBanNow! #BarksForSharks @scwildlifefederation
My love for my dog and my love for sharks are not mutually exclusive. Let’s make 2020 the year the US finally gets out of the shark fin trade! #SharkWeek2020 #FinBanNow #BarksForSharks @scwildlifefederation