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Virtual Ivy Talk to discuss Virginia black bears, spread of mange

Crystal Graham

black bears The Ivy Creek Foundation is hosting its November Ivy Talk on the topic of Virginia bears and issues they face.

In this talk, David Kocka, a district wildlife biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, will talk about VDWF’s efforts to understand the infestation and spread of sarcoptic mange.

The talk will take place on Nov. 16 at 6:30 p.m.

“We are excited to host Mr. Kocka. Learning about the health of the black bear is important,” said Sue Erhardt, executive director in a news release.

The Ivy Creek Foundation is the non-profit which cares for Ivy Creek Natural Area and historic River View Farm.

Every month, The Ivy Creek Foundation hosts Ivy Talks related to history, conservation, preservation and natural history.

To register for the free virtual Zoom event, visit https://ivycreekfoundation.org/ivy-talks

 

Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

Crystal Abbe Graham is the regional editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, she has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of Virginia Tonight, a nightly TV news show on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television.