Lowcountry outdoors: 2022 Nemours Wildlife Foundation

Monday, November 7, 2022

2022 Nemours Wildlife Foundation - Fall Gathering

Biologist Beau Bauer presented with a surprise from
Mike McShane and Dr. Andrew Bridges

The Friends of Nemours group gathers to monitor the progress at the Nemours Wildlife Foundation, especially with Dr. Andrew Bridges taking over as CEO in 2022. The 10 a.m. social hour in northern Beaufort County may seem early to some, but to the sporting crowd many mornings begin much earlier. The 11 a.m. program was succinct with Board Chair Mike McShane introducing Dr. Bridges, and he explained how he is tasked with creating the first ever comprehensive plan for Nemours. "I have been doing a lot of listening for the last six months," said Bridges. "We are nearing the time for implementation and I thank everyone here today for their contributions, and I assure you that more opportunities to stay involved are on the way."

Tours of the brand new Wiggers Science Lab

Friends of Nemours Fellowship

Two announcements from Dr. Bridges included recognition of biologist Beau Baeur for his ten years on staff at Nemours, surprising him with the presentation of a Red-cockaded woodpecker print, a reminder of the successful translocation of RCW's to Nemours. Next Dr. Bridges introduced his colleague Dale James who is the CEO at the

Plantation Managers at Nemours Wildlife Foundation

Welder Wildlife Foundation in Texas, and they announced a unique partnership between Nemours and Welder that will enable the science efforts at both properties to 'cross-pollinate' and bear the fruit of habitat conservation and research. A southern lunch served by Jimmy Fitts catering afforded everyone a time of fellowship. Then a short list of activities were offered, including a tour of the new science lab, a wagon ride through the Nemours property, or enjoying the fire pit and vista of the Combahee River wetlands. Lucky for me, I completed all three!