<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[SAC | Sussex Advocacy Consortium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAC unites local businesses to advocate for the growth, prosperity, and well-being of Sussex County, Delaware.]]></description><link>https://www.sussexac.org/sac-updates</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:59:58 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Bring the Bays Back to Life One Oyster Garden at a Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[This spring, we’re bringing oyster gardening to Oyster Bay Drive in Fenwick Island in partnership with the Inland Bays. 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At Black Forest Wildlife Preserve, we’re restoring a native windbreak using naturally occurring loblolly pines. It’s a simple, practical approach that protects trees, supports wildlife, and offers a model any property or neighborhood can replicate. Contact us to request loblolly saplings.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/restoring-a-native-windbreak-a-black-forest-wildlife-coexist-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d2c986c53e2b8fe122503f</guid><category><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 22:40:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a8d102_a5670dcdd8de42b1b94ab73c91c5abed~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_201,h_251,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Michelle Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve: Protecting Delaware’s Wild Heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Black Forest Wildlife Preserve in Sussex County is a sanctuary where nature thrives and the community actively protects it. From preserving vital habitats to youth-led initiatives like Sussex Teens Are Responsible Stewards (STARS), Ben Parsons and local volunteers are inspiring conservation, education, and stewardship across Delaware.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/protecting-delawares-wild-heart</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b8427211594bbaf4e278f8</guid><category><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:33:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f05e_8a91418319444f25b1564822fe7afdcd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_956,h_439,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ben Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building a Future for the Delmarva Fox Squirrel]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Delmarva fox squirrel, once endangered, is a conservation success story in Delaware. Through habitat restoration, tree planting, and preservation efforts, volunteers and programs like the Black Forest Wildlife Coexist Program are ensuring this species continues to thrive for generations to come.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/delmarva-fox-squirrel</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b843cec176792a1eb7bb79</guid><category><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f05e_4276bb49f35f47d5b4bbbabf6e521783~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_480,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ben Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Threat of Habitat Fragmentation]]></title><description><![CDATA[While helping create trails through preserved lands, I learned about habitat fragmentation — how urban development breaks continuous habitats into smaller patches. From lower biodiversity to higher extinction risks, the impact on wildlife is serious. Here’s why preserving open space matters.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/the-threat-of-habitat-fragmentation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b83e86cbc92a7dd93e8ac3</guid><category><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f05e_3a93e5377fa94060a33f551cb158bd43~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Ben Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Ben Parsons: Leading the Next Generation of Conservation at Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Parsons, the 2025 Governor’s Young Environmentalist Award recipient, is making a lasting impact in Delaware. 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This overview from Parsons Shiloh Shepherds covers everything from breed history to grooming, health, and whether a Shiloh is right for your family.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/basics-of-the-shiloh-shepherd-breed-traits-and-background</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6840f65f9ea23bff7cdf1b75</guid><category><![CDATA[Parsons Shiloh Shepherds]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f05e_b3b91e7bbe144d5486fa8aa53cf234ab~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Michelle Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Saving Our Ecological Preserves Is Essential for the Planet's Future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover why ecological preserves are critical to biodiversity, climate stability, clean air and water, and human well-being. Protecting nature is protecting our future.]]></description><link>https://www.blackforestpreserve.org/post/why-saving-our-ecological-preserves-is-essential-for-the-planet-s-future</link><guid isPermaLink="false">684109d49ea23bff7cdf5594</guid><category><![CDATA[Black Forest Wildlife Preserve]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f05e_517ee1a70ad74160b236214d6241bc54~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_836,h_631,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Michelle Parsons</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reminder STARS Meeting Saturday Feb 18th 2pm Bonfire and Cicero 2pm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Please RSVP if you can attend for s'mores and burger count.  Email info@sussexteenagerepublicans.com . 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