I put out my Humming Bird feeder Saturday afternoon, had a visitor Sunday morning….. Very heavy feeding on my suet for the last few weeks, but now it is ignored. I won’t put out more until cool fall weather.

I don’t know if the crackling sound you hear is related to the cut Maple leaves you see all around.  However, at my house, LOTS of Maple twigs get cut by hungry squirrels.  I’ve watched them go to the very tips of Maple branches to get to the seeds that are growing out there, but in order to avoid even more outrageous acrobatics, they just clip the whole end of the branch and then retreat up-branch to pick off the seeds more comfortably.  They leave a carpet of cut maple leaves behind them.  However, I haven’t seen our maples suffer much.  They just seem to grow very slowly, and maybe we’ve discovered the reason why.

The Goathouse Refuge, a non-profit organization dedicated to caring for more
than 100 cats, is in need of volunteers.  We are located right outside of
Pittsboro off of Highway 87.  We have two shifts of volunteers per day – one
in the morning and another shift in the late afternoon/evening. Shifts
typically include feeding, cleaning and interacting with the cats.  Even if
you can only spend a few hours a week it would make a difference.  Please
visit our website at www.goathouserefuge.org and click on the volunteer
tab.  After you fill out a volunteer application someone will contact you.
If you do not have internet access please call us at 542-6815.

I don’t recall seeing so many seagulls in years past on Jordan Lake.  Is this a normal occurrence or only happens every few years?  Just curious…
Christine

Pittsboro Feed
1103 East St
Pittsboro, NC 27312
919-542-2454
www.pittsborofeed.com

Okay people -

I don’t mind keeping out an eye for someone’s lost dog, but these ongoing discussions about pet care, etc. are getting out of hand.

This is not a pet chatlist.

If you wish to discuss animal matters you can discuss them on the animal lovers chatlist at http://groups.google.com/group/chatham-animals

Jim

Hi Ms. Shook,

   I see those dogs every day going to work. It drives me crazy to see the same dogs running loose everyday.  I am not sure what is ironic about the “Volunteer Coordinator part though?” Could you elaborate? The title was given to me to help collect volunteers for the group.  Do you know what the Coalition to Unchain Dogs is about? Have you gone to the website www.unchaindogs.org to check it out? Do you know we build fences for dogs? These fences are built by volunteers who take time out of thier schedules to help a dog in need. Some folk volunteer materials and other things such as dog houses, collars and toys. I understand not everyone will agree with the group and we all have our own opinions on it. But for me I would like to understand the other opinions. So please let me know.

Thanks, Robin

Considering the absolutely *preposterous* amount of Chatham folks who lose track of their dearly beloved dogs on what seems to be a weekly basis, I find it incredibly ironic that we now have a “Volunteer Cordinator” for the Chatham Chapter of Coalition to Unchain Dogs.

Considering the absolutely *preposterous* amount of Chatham folks who lose track of their dearly beloved dogs on what seems to be a weekly basis, I find it incredibly ironic that we now have a “Volunteer Cordinator” for the Chatham Chapter of Coalition to Unchain Dogs.

Date: Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:37:16 -0500
From: Scott Miller
Subject: The Big Night for Big Cats

It’s The Big Night for Big Cats!  Join Carolina Tiger Rescue (formerly Carnivore Preservation Trust) for the third annual Black Tie and Tails Ball, benefitting the 70 wild cats in our care.  This year we invite you to experience an enchanting evening at an Indian marketplace, featuring fine food, live and silent auctions, music, dancing, and animal-themed fun.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

7 to 11 pm

Washington Duke Inn (Durham)

NBC 17 news anchor Donald Jones will emcee this “safari formal” event at the renowned Washington Duke Inn.  Begin your evening by enjoying butlered hors d’oeuvres, your choice of beverages, and live music while browsing the outstanding silent auction packages at the Big Cat Bazaar. There is something for everyone, with dining and shopping certificates, works by local artists, gift baskets, jewelry, and more. 

After a performance of traditional Indian dance, savor a seated gourmet dinner featuring your choice of French-cut free-range organic breast chicken with grilled mahi-mahi, braised boneless beef short ribs, or sweet potato mousseline with a variety of delectable pastries for dessert.  Lighthearted games lead to the excitement of the live auction, conducted by professional auctioneer Matt Holiday.  This year’s auction features remarkable packages including a week’s stay at Cape Hattaras, two beautiful hand-carved wood vases, Carolina Hurricanes sports memorabilia, and works from internationally acclaimed artists.  Finish your evening in style with a rollicking Bollywood-inspired performance.

 Auction donations are still being accepted and sponsorships are still available. For more information about the event, auction donations, sponsor opportunities, or to order tickets, visit www.blacktieandtailsball.com.

Through January 31, 2010, tickets are $100 per person; after that date, tickets are $125 per person.

Fun on the Farm
Saturday, July 11th
Members from Team In Training are having a BBQ at Flintlock Morgan Horse Farm
To benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Barn BBQ: come enjoy a family fun meal. Hot dogs, Hamburgers, and other home cooked goods

Activities/Schedule:

12:00-12:30
Tour of the Barn & Meet some of the Horses

12:30-1:00
Riding demonstration Saddle Seat, Western, Hunt Seat, Dressage

1:00-2:00
Food!!!

2:00-3:00
Finger Paint Horses & Coloring Contest and many more activities

3:00-4:00
Pony Rides & Learn to Braid manes

We are asking for a $10 Admissions donation and an additional $5 pony ride donation
100% of all donations will go to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Any extra donations are greatly appreciated

Come have fun for a great cause!!!

Location:
Flintlock Morgan Horse Farm
4530 Mann’s Chapel Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Contacts:
Please RSVP to         funonthefarm711@yahoo.com
Or visit                       http://pages.teamintraining.org/nce/Oaks09/kkingl
Call Organizer Kristin King at (719) 439-1079

Hi everyone,

I posted a few photos of the recent Farm-to-Fork picnic on Cooperative Extension’s Growing Small Farms website at http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/chatham/ag/SustAg/farmtofork.html

You can also see photos from the 2007 picnic with Carlo Petrini.

Several Chatham farms are featured.

Debbie

Debbie Roos
Agricultural Extension Agent
Chatham County Center
North Carolina Cooperative Extension
919.542.8202
www.growingsmallfarms.org