Good News Notes: “Authorities used a helicopter Thursday afternoon, July 22, to rescue a horse that fell into a steep ditch in the Carmel Valley area. Mackey and her rider “rolled off a trail and into a ravine in a remote area near” state Route 56 around 12:30 p.m., according to Nina Thompson, a spokesperson…
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Wildlife Watch: Peregrine falcons
Good News Notes: “The work to rehabilitate Vermont’s peregrine falcon population has been largely successful over the last few years, but Vermont Fish & Wildlife officials says the raptors are still having some issues when it comes to nesting. Snake Mountain is a popular hiking spot in Addison County. It’s also a popular nesting spot…
Workers help keep Olympic Discovery Trail groomed
Good News Notes: “A group of hardy Clallam County volunteers are among those who keep the Olympic Discovery Trail maintained for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The Clallam County Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) volunteer trail crew led by Volunteer Coordinator Tanner Boggs illustrates the energy, stamina and variety of those who donate their time on…
Galloway red kite trail helps birds back from extinction
Good News Notes: “RSPB Scotland is ready to hand over a scheme which has helped red kites in Dumfries and Galloway to go from extinction to 130 breeding pairs.” “Management of the Galloway Kite Trail – founded in 2003 – will now be taken on by local businesses.” “It has also seen numbers thrive with…
Runner With Broken Leg Waited For 2 Days for Someone To Find Her
Good News Notes: A woman was out running on a trail when she slipped and fell into a ravine with a broken leg. She spent 2 days there, waiting for help and trying to fashion a makeshift splint so she could get herself in easier sight. A man who decided to go for a run…