More and more I realize that the notion that my yard, or my house for that matter, is my own is a delusion. Although people dominate the world and the era we now live in is referred by some biologists … Continue reading
Jim Knickelbine
This time of year the spring migration is coming to an end and many birds are busy nesting. There are some exceptions, like unmated birds who may be either too young to reproduce or who can’t find a mate, or … Continue reading
What a sweet time of year, not only in terms of lilac-scented air but beautiful melodies from dozens of kinds of birds in our yards and at least an occasional warm, soft day. We hope you have time to sit … Continue reading
For those of us who plant, be it shrubs and wildflowers or petunias in the backyard, spring is the time when our rewards are reaped. Restoration ecologists hold their breath over the winter, wondering if last year’s plantings will survive … Continue reading
All around us are potentially great experiences that go unrecognized. Sometimes they involve new places or things, and sometimes familiar places under different circumstances. An example of the latter is the world at night. We are outdoors longer with … Continue reading