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Beep. Beep.Here’s a simple conservation tip that also helps your wallet: combine errands into one trip whenever possible...
06/20/2026

Beep. Beep.

Here’s a simple conservation tip that also helps your wallet: combine errands into one trip whenever possible.

A cold engine uses more fuel than a warmed-up one, so several short trips from home can use more gas than one planned route with multiple stops. Before heading out, take a minute to group errands by location, check your list, and make one loop instead of several back-and-forth trips.

It saves gas, reduces wear on the car, cuts down on emissions, and gives you a little more time back in your day.

Small planning, real savings.

Here’s a conservation tip for rainy days: the slower rainwater moves across your yard, the more good it can do.When rain...
06/19/2026

Here’s a conservation tip for rainy days: the slower rainwater moves across your yard, the more good it can do.

When rain rushes over hard ground, driveways, or bare soil, it can carry soil, fertilizers, pet waste, and other pollutants toward storm drains, creeks, and the lake. Rain gardens and native plantings can help slow runoff, filter pollutants, and provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Even small changes help: add plants to bare spots, keep soil covered with mulch or leaves, and direct downspouts toward planted areas when practical and safe for your home.

Helping rain soak in is one quiet way we can help protect the lake we all enjoy.

Here’s a water-saving tip hiding in plain sight: mulch does more than make a bed look tidy.A light layer of mulch helps ...
06/18/2026

Here’s a water-saving tip hiding in plain sight: mulch does more than make a bed look tidy.

A light layer of mulch helps shade the soil, slow evaporation, reduce erosion, and soften the impact of heavy rain. It can also help keep soil temperatures more even, which is especially helpful during hot South Carolina summers.

The trick is not to pile mulch against plant stems or tree trunks. Think “doughnut,” not “volcano.” Leave a little breathing room around the base of plants so moisture does not sit against the bark or stems.

Less watering, healthier soil, happier plants.

Join us Thursday, June 18 from 6-7 pm at the Rec Center Pavilion for our next meeting. No need to RSVP. Just show up, le...
06/17/2026

Join us Thursday, June 18 from 6-7 pm at the Rec Center Pavilion for our next meeting. No need to RSVP. Just show up, learn, have fun, and enjoy the weather while we meet!

Good news: recyclables do not need to be perfectly washed. They just need to be empty and reasonably clean.For container...
06/16/2026

Good news: recyclables do not need to be perfectly washed. They just need to be empty and reasonably clean.

For containers that held food, a quick scrape or rinse is usually enough. The EPA describes “spatula-clean” as clean enough for many recyclable containers, as long as your local program accepts that item. Too much food or liquid left behind can contaminate other materials in the bin.

A simple habit: empty it, give it a quick scrape or rinse, let it dry, and place it loose in the recycling bin. Loose is important because bagged recyclables may not be sorted properly.

Small steps help keep more good material out of the landfill.

Here’s a helpful planting tip we picked up during our recent field trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.Before placing a pu...
06/15/2026

Here’s a helpful planting tip we picked up during our recent field trip to Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

Before placing a purchased plant into our heavy clay soil, gently loosen the roots and remove as much of the potting soil as you reasonably can. Many nursery-grown plants have roots that are used to the light, fluffy mix from their container. If that mix stays packed around the roots, they may be slow to reach out into the surrounding clay soil.

Loosening the roots and removing much of the original soil encourages the plant to adapt to its new home, spread out, and become more firmly rooted.

And don’t toss that leftover potting soil. You can sprinkle it around other plants or work it into garden beds so nothing goes to waste.

A small step at planting time can make a big difference later.

Reduce Nighttime Light Where You CanMany moths, fireflies, migrating birds, and other nighttime wildlife do better with ...
06/12/2026

Reduce Nighttime Light Where You Can

Many moths, fireflies, migrating birds, and other nighttime wildlife do better with less artificial light. A simple conservation step is to turn off outdoor lights when they are not needed, use motion sensors, and aim lights downward.

Less glare also makes it easier for neighbors to enjoy McCormick’s beautiful night sky.

Small changes after dark can make a real difference.

Give Trees a Helping HandYoung trees and newly planted shrubs can struggle during hot, dry stretches. A slow, deep water...
06/11/2026

Give Trees a Helping Hand

Young trees and newly planted shrubs can struggle during hot, dry stretches. A slow, deep watering once or twice a week is usually better than a quick daily sprinkle.

Add a ring of mulch around the base, but keep it a few inches away from the trunk. That helps hold moisture, protect roots, and reduce stress during summer heat.

Healthy trees mean more shade, cleaner air, better wildlife habitat, and a cooler community.

Join The Green KeepersLove birds, butterflies, clean water, native plants, shady trails, and keeping Savannah Lakes Vill...
06/10/2026

Join The Green Keepers

Love birds, butterflies, clean water, native plants, shady trails, and keeping Savannah Lakes Village beautiful? The Green Keepers would love to have you.

We are SLV’s conservation club, focused on practical, neighbor-friendly ways to care for the natural spaces we all enjoy. No special expertise needed, just curiosity and a willingness to help.

For more information, email [email protected].

Bird-Friendly BackyardsOur local birds need more than feeders. Native shrubs, seed heads, berries, insects, clean water,...
06/09/2026

Bird-Friendly Backyards

Our local birds need more than feeders. Native shrubs, seed heads, berries, insects, clean water, and safe cover all help support a healthy backyard habitat.

Coneflowers, beautyberry, oaks, native grasses, and other wildlife-friendly plants can provide food and shelter through different seasons. Leaving some seed heads standing into winter can also help birds such as finches and cardinals.

A yard can be beautiful for people and useful for wildlife at the same time.

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