Written by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator During the late spring, I start to spend more time outdoors around sunset I enjoy this time of day because many animals are heading to bed, yet many are just waking. Part of my job at … Continue reading
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Sandhill Cranes are among the largest birds in Wisconsin, but imagine just how enormous they must appear through the eyes of a young child. Cranes are intriguing to watch and even though they don’t speak English, we can learn a … Continue reading
Written by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator At Woodland Dunes, we often talk about the importance of spending time outdoors. Taking time to notice nature is healthy for everyone and especially important for young children. Many parents and caregivers express a … Continue reading
This article was written by Jessica Johnsrud, education coordinator. Attached photo of Lake Michigan taken by Jessica Johnsrud I recently moved to a new neighborhood and it has been a pleasure getting acquainted with the area. Almost every morning and … Continue reading
This article was written by Jessica Johnsrud, education coordinator. Photo (Red-tailed Hawk eating a mouse) taken by Nancy Nabak, communications coordinator. Mice are the most abundant mammals in Wisconsin, so it’s no surprise many of us find evidence of their invasion … Continue reading