Conserving Carolina will host a free lecture titled “Landslides in WNC — where and why, and what can we do,” presented by licensed geologist Jennifer Bauer, of Appalachian Landslide Consultants PLLC, at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, at the Anne Elizabeth Suratt Nature Center at Walnut Creek Preserve. 

This presentation will cover general information about landslides in western North Carolina, the types of landslides most prevalent, where they occur and what triggers them. It will illustrate what is known about landslides through examples, stories and photographs. 

Attendees will come away with a better understanding of how landslides affect the region and how residents can protect themselves from these natural and human-induced hazards, event organizers said.

The lecture is part of Conserving Carolina’s monthly Speaker Series at Walnut Creek Preserve. Those interested in learning more information or who need directions may contact Pam Torlina at Conserving Carolina at 828-697-5777, ext. 300, or email pam@conservingcarolina.org.  

The next program at Walnut Creek Preserve will be held on Feb. 23, when botanist and ecologist David Campbell will present “Results from a seven year study on the biodiversity of Polk County, North Carolina.” 

Those interested in learning more about Walnut Creek Preserve may visit walnutcreekpreserve.com. Walnut Creek Preserve is private property and guests are only allowed on the property by invitation (a planned event or scheduled group).  

More information about Conserving Carolina can be found at conservingcarolina.org.

– Submitted by Pam Torlina