Sara Alvarado

May 31st, 2026

Controlled Burns Are Essential for Healthy Forests

Fire is not always the enemy, and understanding the benefits of prescribed burns is essential. Take it from us, the [ Read More ]

March 31st, 2026

The Hidden World Beneath Our Wildflowers

Spring in Alabama has arrived! Get ready for the blooms rushing through the forest floors, spilling across roadside ditches, and [ Read More ]

December 2nd, 2025

A Day in the Life of the Paint Rock River

By Sara Alvarado, The Nature Conservancy What if one of the most biodiverse rivers in North America ran through your backyard—and [ Read More ]

August 28th, 2025

The Nature Conservancy: Protecting Our Alabama

By Sara Alvarado, The Nature Conservancy Nature in Alabama is at a tipping point. From vanishing longleaf pine forests to leading [ Read More ]