Trees, Bees and All of These

Trees, Bees and All of These A nonprofit organization started by a Charlotte Veterinarian, Dr. Kim Vita Hombs, DVM. Bees are responsible for one out of three bites of food we take.

Our purpose is to unite citizens, building an effective an impactful forum, to preserve and strengthen green space ordinances and practices. Trees, Bees & All of These began with concern over the rapid loss of green spaces in our natural environment. Large, mature trees are disappearing at an alarming rate as communities and industrial sites expand. We are concerned about the loss of wildlife habi

tats and a related drop in pollinators, like bees. It is the tiny bee that helps spread wildflower populations through pollination. If we lose our bees we lose our food sources, it is estimated within two years. We must halt our use of pesticides and herbicides and GMOs. We want you, as a concerned citizen to work with us. We hold public events in the Charlotte region to enlighten people about protecting our surroundings. Our gatherings will be fun and informative as we find positive ways to express our concerns about the diminishing natural environment. We are a nonprofit association blending our voices to make a powerful statement about walking this earth in a gentle way

12/30/2025
12/28/2025

Showy Milkweed (Asclepias speciosa)

12/24/2025

Christmas, Christmas time is near 🎶...so it’s time to talk about Eastern Chipmunks (Tamias striatus)! They’re native to the central and eastern United States. Chipmunks live in hardwood forests, parks, and possibly the drain pipes, rocks, or woodpiles around your home. They’re active during the day, when they spend much of their time foraging for acorns, fruits, and seeds. Chipmunks cache some of these in their burrow as a food supply for the winter.

Eastern Chipmunks hibernate, but they arouse frequently, so it’s not uncommon to see one on a warm winter day. Unlike many hibernators, Eastern Chipmunks don’t rely on large fat reserves. Instead, they arouse periodically to eat some of their food cache. Their metabolic rate drops dramatically during hibernation, though, lowering their energetic needs.

P.S. If you’re out Christmas shopping today, I’ve heard this chipmunk wants a hula hoop. 😉🐿

Photo by Gilles Gonthier, CC BY 2.0

12/20/2025

Red-headed Woodpeckers were once very common throughout the east, but they’ve been decreasing in numbers—losing half their population in the past 50 years. Recent surveys show that this trend is continuing. The reasons are not well known, but the cutting of dead trees leaves many without suitable nesting cavities, and the cavities that do exist are highly competitive real estate, especially for non-native species like starlings. We must protect the Red-headed Woodpecker before it’s too late.

12/10/2025

The Trump administration's proposed rollbacks open the door for more drilling, mining, and logging.

12/01/2025

In rural Mexico, a remarkable eco-friendly technique is transforming traditional adobe homes — coating them with cactus juice. Known locally as nopal, this cactus has long been used in Mexican culture, but scientists and builders recently rediscovered its power as a natural sealant.

The process involves boiling cactus pads to extract a thick, sticky liquid called mucilage, which is then mixed with lime and applied to adobe walls. Once dry, it forms a breathable barrier that repels water, strengthens the structure, and prevents insects or mold from penetrating — all without harmful chemicals.

According to research from the Autonomous University of Coahuila, homes treated with cactus-lime coatings can last three times longer in humid conditions compared to untreated adobe. The mixture’s natural polymers fill microscopic gaps in the clay, maintaining traditional architecture while improving resilience against erosion.

This simple innovation combines ancient wisdom with sustainable engineering, offering a cheap, renewable way to preserve heritage homes and protect communities from climate damage — all using one of Mexico’s most iconic plants.

12/01/2025

Spoil the squirrels this winter ☺️🐿️❄️

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6520 McMahon Drive
Charlotte, NC
28223

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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(980) 999-2482

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