This spring, we’re attacking two invasive plant species in the Old Forest–nandina and mahonia–and we need your help to do it! Because both plants’ seeds are spread by birds, and nandina’s toxic berries can actually poison and kill them, we decided to let the birds
The Old Forest is home to dozens of resident bird species, like the familiar Northern cardinal, American robin, and blue jay. But what about all the less-common birds that live here year-round, or the colorful warblers that pass through only during migration season? How do
As we wrap up fundraising for our latest ioby-assisted project (new crosswalks at Poplar and Tucker), we’re excited to announce the completion of last year’s work: new trail markers and interpretive content for the Old Forest State Natural Area. Markers for the main Old Forest
While hundreds of park visitors converged on the Greensward in search of Pokémon, last week the Conservancy staff had an opportunity to see creatures that most park visitors will never encounter: copperhead snakes. University of Memphis graduate researcher Malle Carrasco-Harris let us tag along as she checked in
For a long time, the Old Forest has felt like one of Memphis’ best-kept secrets: a place to immerse yourself in nature, teach your kids how to ride their bikes, or enter a race supporting your favorite cause. But as more and more people flock
Indulge me while I get a little personal today. Earth Day seems like as good a day as any for me to celebrate my favorite place in Memphis–the Old Forest. In terms of loving nature, I’d call myself a late bloomer. I remember my grandma
It’s that time of year again. You’re strolling through the Old Forest, taking in the beautiful spring colors and sounds, and becoming enchanted by a different wildflower around every corner. You stop and look at a stunning golden flower, and think to yourself, “I wonder
Many of us remember looking at tree rings when we were children, counting the grooves to figure out the age of a tree. But as this year’s Urban Forestry Fellows at Rhodes College are learning, tree rings can tell us about so much more than
We’re in what you might call the summer doldrums–a time when it’s almost too hot to go outside. But if you’re brave enough to endure the humidity, there are always plenty of little treasures to be discovered in the Old Forest. All you have to
Answer: When it’s part of ioby’s matching gift campaign–this week only! Raise your hand if you’ve ever gotten a little lost while walking in the Old Forest. Or if you’ve run several loops of the limestone trail and wanted to know how far you’ve traveled. A
