ORLT Event Recap: Frog Walk in Jackson County

In April, ORLT and Jefferson City Schools co-hosted an evening frog walk on a 100-acre wetland protected under a conservation easement in Jackson County. The community came out in force, with adults and children alike captivated by how loud and full of life a wetland becomes after sunset. One of the evening’s highlights was hearing the unmistakable “song” of the bird-voiced treefrog (Hyla avivoca), a small species considered vulnerable due to habitat loss, wetland alteration, and urbanization. Its call served as a powerful reminder of how vital it is to protect wetland habitats in our rapidly developing region.

Special thanks to Erin Cork of Georgia DNR for leading the hike and sharing her extensive knowledge of amphibians, and to Liz French, Biosteam Coordinator at Jefferson City Schools, for coordinating the event with us.