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Daufuskie Island Conservancy
Planning to help preserve our island in 2009
The Daufuskie Island Conservancy (DIC) would like to provide the resources
to protect and preserve our islands natural beauty. A small group of
enthusiastic volunteers coordinates educational programs so we can learn
more about the unique ecosystem of our barrier island.
Heres a quick review of 2008 accomplishments:
Beautification
- Adopt-A Road: Residents volunteer the first Saturday of even
numbered months to pick up litter on over 15 miles of Daufuskie Island
roads (including the beach). Thanks to all volunteers and Greg Hutton for
helping to keep our island clean.
- Vehicle Clean-up Campaign: We hope you noticed fewer junk and
abandoned vehicles cluttering up the landscape. The DIC spear headed the
removal of 130 cars and some things that were too rusty to identify. This is a
remarkable accomplishment. Special thanks to all who helped make a
difference in keeping our island beautiful.
Education
Monthly Educational Programs: People keen to learn more about our
natural environment were treated to a number of special experiences.
- Master Gardener Laura Lee Rose helped us with yard & garden tips.
- A hands on lesson in crabbing at the Community Dock.
- The extraordinary Horseshoe Crab was the topic of our May program.
- Many members and guests watched as Kathi DeLeo, Turtle Team
Volunteer, counted Loggerhead Turtle eggs. Everyone was thrilled to
see some hatchlings.
- 30 people attended a lecture by Vicki Nolfi, on animal tracks, which
was really "hands on" - some of us dissected owl scat!
- Lancy Burn described the use of Solar Power and showed us practical
applications in the home and garden.
- Bottom Fishing School was presented by Chase Allen.
- Two Kayak Nature Tours were a sold out success.
- Dr. Paul Hearty presented Barrier Islands & Sea Level Change.
Fundraising
Wet weather did not dampen the spirits at the Annual Oyster Roast.
The DIC membership roster continues to grow. There are 26 Family, 17
single and 4 lifetime members of the DI Conservancy.
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