The woods are becoming more quiet now that most of the fall warblers and thrushes have moved farther south. It seems that the songs of the chickadees re-emerge this time of year, but really I think they are just lost … Continue reading
Jim Knickelbine
Sometimes we long to be with nature. When we’re camping, hiking, paddling, birding- one of the reasons to do so is to see and experience the other forms of life that are all around us. Other times, we strive to … Continue reading
At our place along the Manitowoc River, my grandfather planted wild grapes and other plants for the birds. Later, I remember him complaining that the grapes were taking over the lilacs and cedar trees nearby. And still after that I … Continue reading
As fall progresses the landscape changes, and even though we’ve been through this cycle many times (some of us more than others), the changes still seem remarkable. On Cattail Trail at the nature center, the vegetation is rich with color, … Continue reading
For more than a month there has been a special guest on our back porch next to the door. She has made a home using the table, wall, and folded deck umbrella as supports, and during the day hides within … Continue reading