Each year the monarch butterflies fly south to Mexico for the winter. Many of them travel along the same route as the Blue Ridge Parkway. That’s why this time of year you will see so many monarchs along the roadsides. In this edition of Roy's Folks, learn more about the migration and one man's efforts to ensure a safe journey for the insects: http://via.wghp.com/TrlsO | FOX8

The monarch butterfly migration to Mexico is at risk, with monarchs recently listed as an endangered species. Local communities and World Wildlife Fund are protecting the forests where the butterflies overwinter. Now, we have the opportunity to help preserve monarch habitats here in the U.S. nathab.com/monarchs | Natural Habitat Adventures