Suddenly it’s summer. The spring migration is coming to an end, and the nesting season is well under way. Early spring wildflowers have bloomed, but mid-season plants are ready to vie for our attention. Plants in general seem to be … Continue reading
Category Archives: Native Plants
Simply put, I think there are hidden treasures in the natural world just waiting to be found. And I don’t use the term symbolically- I think there are many things often overlooked that should literally be treasured. This time of … Continue reading
Just a couple of weeks more now, and we’ll be into spring. As the Earth’s tilt gradually places us more toward the Sun, we’re receiving a lot more solar energy than we did six weeks ago. The birds know it, and … Continue reading
After the recent ice storm, a couple of mild weather days afforded us the first opportunity to do habitat work in reasonable comfort. With the help of volunteer Ray and intern Mikayla, we took to the forest to continue where … Continue reading
It is hard to imagine the potential impact of a piece of bare ground in the wintertime. That potential is hidden, waiting for a little encouragement both from the weather and from the people who own and manage it. … Continue reading