Western Wildlife Corridor

06/05/2026

They came. They sawed. They created trails!!! Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers and everyone who came out from GE Aerospace to volunteer on World Environment Day! Your hard work helping clear the connector trail between Buckeye Trace and Rapid Run makes a huge difference. With your help, we can continue making our preserves more accessible and enjoyable for the community. We truly appreciate your support!

06/04/2026

It's not too late to sign up! 🍄🌿

Join us tomorrow from 7:00–9:00 PM at Kirby Nature Center for Fungi Sculptures ID Along the Trail with naturalist Flower White.

During this presentation, Flower will teach us the different aspects of identifying mushrooms, including the unique shapes, textures, and structures that help distinguish one species from another. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or simply curious about the mushrooms growing around you, this is a great opportunity to learn more about the fascinating fungi found in our forests.

Register using the link below:
https://www.westernwildlifecorridor.org/index.php/events/fungi-sculptures-id-along-the-trail-with-flower-white/

Can't make it to Kirby? Join us on Zoom!
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85687871591?pwd=BHWasqEuFsAzXsaxKleL3wonbcL8I7.1

We hope to see you there! 🍄

06/03/2026

Looking forward to the Sayler Park Sustains Festival next weekend!

Look what we’ve got in store for Sayler Park Sustains 2026!
Here is the full schedule of music and workshops 🌎

06/03/2026

🌳🍻 Raise a glass for conservation on June 12 at 13 Below Brewery!

Join us for an evening of great beer, live music, raffle prizes, and community. Enjoy performances by Mike Oberst and Maria Corelli while supporting Western Wildlife Corridor’s conservation efforts.

Stop by anytime between 6:00–10:00 p.m., when 10% of all beer sales will be donated to help protect and restore the forested hillsides of the Ohio River Valley.

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and help make a difference for local wildlife and natural areas. No registration is required!

Link in bio but registration not required

We hope to see you there! 💚🌿

06/02/2026

🌳🍻 Raise a glass for conservation on June 12 at 13 Below Brewery!

Join us for an evening of great beer, live music, raffle prizes, and community. Enjoy performances by Mike Oberst and Maria Corelli while supporting Western Wildlife Corridor's conservation efforts.

Stop by anytime between 6:00–10:00 p.m., when 10% of all beer sales will be donated to help protect and restore the forested hillsides of the Ohio River Valley.

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and help make a difference for local wildlife and natural areas. No registration is required!

Learn more: https://www.westernwildlifecorridor.org/index.php/events/save-our-forest-celebration/

We hope to see you there! 💚🌿

WWC is a nonprofit land trust whose mission is to protect, restore, and preserve natural habitat.

05/30/2026

Does anyone recognize this fascinating fungus? 🍄👀

One of the easiest ways to identify this mushroom is by its unique structure. Instead of gills, it has tiny honeycomb-like pores that release spores into the air. Its cap is covered in dark brown scales that almost resemble feathers, helping it blend into the bark of the tree it grows on.

Its name stems from old folklore. In Greek mythology, forests were believed to be inhabited by woodland spirits and fairies. People imagined these large shelf-like mushrooms as natural seats where those spirits could rest among the trees.

Do you know what this mushroom is?

Drop your guess below, then join us for Fungi Sculptures ID Along the Trail with Flower White on June 5th to learn more about the fascinating world of fungi 🍄🌿

https://www.westernwildlifecorridor.org/index.php/events/fungi-sculptures-id-along-the-trail-with-flower-white/

*If you come across these in our preserves, please leave them in place so others can enjoy seeing them too!

05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to help work on the Rapid Run and Buckeye Trace trail connection yesterday! We’ve officially marked the trail and started clearing the route, and we’re excited to keep this project moving forward and watch it all come together. We’re also excited to have a new volunteer helping begin the trail mapping process. We can’t wait to see the maps created as the project develops!

05/28/2026

Does anyone recognize this fascinating fungus? 🍄👀

You’ll often spot these unusual, ear-shaped mushrooms growing on decaying hardwood branches and logs in damp woodland areas. Their smooth, rubbery texture makes them stand out from many other fungi found along forest trails.

These fungi act almost like little forest sponges. After rain, they swell up, soften, and become jelly-like, but during dry weather, they shrink down into tough, wrinkled cups until moisture returns. They are also well known in many Asian dishes for their unique crunchy texture, despite their soft and rubbery appearance.

Do you know what this mushroom is?

Drop your guess below, then join us for Fungi Sculptures ID Along the Trail with Flower White on June 5th to learn more about the fascinating world of fungi 🍄🌿

https://www.westernwildlifecorridor.org/index.php/events/fungi-sculptures-id-along-the-trail-with-flower-white/

*If you come across these in our preserves, please leave them in place so others can enjoy seeing them too!

05/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out today to help clear trails, including a few Elder students! We are so grateful for all of the volunteers who come out to care for our preserves and help keep these natural spaces accessible and beautiful for the community. Your hard work truly makes a difference!

05/26/2026

Does anyone recognize this fascinating fungus? 🍄👀

These small, cup-shaped mushrooms are hard to miss with their bright red color standing out against the forest floor. You’ll often find them growing in shady woodland areas on decaying hardwood sticks and branches hidden beneath moss and leaf litter.

These fungi are most commonly seen in late winter and early spring and are often one of the first signs that mushroom season is beginning before morels start to appear. They thrive in cool, damp conditions and are especially common after winter rains or a thaw.

Do you know what this mushroom is?

Drop your guess below, then join us for Fungi Sculptures ID Along the Trail with Flower White on June 5th to learn more about the fascinating world of fungi 🍄🌿

https://www.westernwildlifecorridor.org/index.php/events/fungi-sculptures-id-along-the-trail-with-flower-white/