Some days things just line up the way they’re supposed to, and as a result something good gets done. That has happened on a number of days lately at Woodland Dunes, as we rush to finish field projects and outdoor … Continue reading
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Written by Kennedy Zittel, Assistant Naturalist On my way to work, I have passed by the same group of four sandhill cranes every morning. What started as two small chicks and the two parents has now turned into 4 sandhill … Continue reading
Written by Kennedy Zittel, Assistant Naturalist Recently, the usual bird chirping noises coming from the bird feeder outside of my office window have been frequently interrupted by very loud calls. Looking out the window, I am greeted by a bright … Continue reading
We’ve had it good so far this autumn. Bird migration and the seasonal die-back of plants are still the most notable aspects of the season, and both are advancing at a swift pace now. Bird migration began in July, and … Continue reading
Ripples by Haley Vanne, Woodland Dunes summer intern My summer internship at Woodland Dunes was filled with endless amphibian finds including wood and leopard frogs, toads, spring peepers, and even the occasional salamander! While these little guys would typically come … Continue reading