Eastern diamondback rattlesnake, once found in St. Tammany, may be declared endangered

The last time this type of rattlesnake was spotted in Louisiana was in 1995 near Franklinton
http://www.nola.com/environment/index.ssf/2012/05/eastern_diamondback_rattlesnak.html

Published: Sun, 13 May 2012 03:52:13 -0700

Washington Parish grand jury declines charges in death of Covington boy

A Washington Parish grand jury has declined to charge anyone in connection with the death of a Covington teenager in February in Franklinton. The grand jury hearing the case Thursday did not see any evidence that anyone other than 14-year-old...
http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/2012/05/washington_parish_grand_jury_d.html

Published: Tue, 15 May 2012 13:31:25 -0700

Kids to Parks Day will be May 19 at 14 Louisiana parks and historic sites

The National Park Service and the National Park Trust started the event last year
http://www.nola.com/family/index.ssf/2012/05/kids_to_parks_day_will_be_may.html

Published: Sat, 12 May 2012 12:14:12 -0700

Kids to Parks Day at 14 La. parks, historic sites

Civil War-era children's games, a hike to learn which wild plants are edible and animal tracking for kids are among activities planned at Louisiana state parks and historic sites for the second National Kids to Parks Day.
http://www.goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120512/APN/1205120609

Published: Sat, 12 May 2012 02:12:53 -0700

State parks to pave roads at Bogue Chitto

Louisiana State Parks staff will begin road work Monday at Bogue Chitto State Park. The project, which should be complete by May 18, is part of an ongoing initiative to pave and repair roads at a lower cost to taxpayers.
http://www.goerie.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120512/APN/1205120676

Published: Sat, 12 May 2012 08:58:16 -0700

New wild turkey 'slam' is mind-boggling

Talkin' Outdoors
http://www.bastropenterprise.com/sports/x1367609987/New-wild-turkey-slam-is-mind-boggling

Published: Mon, 14 May 2012 21:38:39 -0700

2012 NFL Draft: 5 Players the Kansas City Chiefs Should Watch on Day 2

With Day 1 of the 2012 NFL draft now complete, it's time to look ahead to the second day of action. After going with defensive tackle Dontari Poe in the first round, that leaves the Kansas City Chiefs with many options for the second- and third-round selections. What players should they be watching out for in these rounds? Here are five prospects I could see them targeting on Friday night. Begin ...
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1162672-2012-nfl-draft-5-players-the-kansas-city-chiefs-should-watch-on-day-2

Published: Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:36:18 -0700

Endangered tortoise could get help in St. Tammany Parish

Wildlife officials will work to restore the habitats of the gopher tortoise and 6 other endangered species across the country
http://www.nola.com/pets/index.ssf/2012/04/endangered_tortoise_in_line_fo.html

Published: Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:07:32 -0700

Local blueberry season is starting early at the you-pick farms

Find out where to pick blueberries this year
http://www.nola.com/food/index.ssf/2012/05/area_blueberry_farmers_say_sea.html

Published: Thu, 10 May 2012 07:13:43 -0700