We are enjoying a brief respite from committee meetings since we didn’t meet in January. We begin work anew at the end of the month and our first monthly meeting is on February 5, 2020. More details to follow. Hope to see you there.
Today's meeting featured a great presentation by Dave Blodgett of Lake Gaston Outfitters about the variety of free Meet Up opportunities available in the Lake Gaston area.
President Don Carson presenting a certificate of appreciation to LGA member Wally Sayko who is stepping down after many years as a Director and Chair of the Environment Committee.
I selected the first snake as an attention getter. The Eastern Diamond Back Rattlesnake. Not normally found in this region but is in the Southeastern counties of N.C. This 9.5 foot monster with 2.5 inch fangs was shot by the young man when it entered their hunting blind. Prevalent in the coastal areas of Georgia [St Simmons and Jeckel Islands]
Almost all spiders are venomous. Danger to humans is determined by the toxicity of the venom and the delivery capabilities. Black Widow’s venom is more toxic than a rattlesnake but has much smaller fangs. Interestingly, like all spiders, they inject a digestive enzyme into the victim causing it to liquify, so they literally drink their meal. Like perhaps many in this room may do.