So, one of my greatest joys is tree planting. At least, when successful. There is no guarantee. If I have chosen a place with suitable soil, moisture, and sunshine for the tree species I’ve selected, and I protect it from … Continue reading
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During our summer work in the preserve, surveying wildlife or restoring habitat, we try to be aware of the creatures and plants which reside here. We don’t regard them as curiosities- they are living beings and we are in their … Continue reading
Written by Jenna Brandl, summer intern for Woodland Dunes Honeysuckle, horrendous? I wouldn’t have believed it a month ago either. As a Woodland Dunes Land Management intern I often interact with honeysuckle. The Tartarian and Bush honeysuckle, aka Lonicera sibirica … Continue reading
For a week or so it actually looked like spring was coming, until the snow and ice descended once again. The robins and song sparrows and redwings are still out in the snowy yard, looking a bit forlorn but singing … Continue reading
When I was in college at UW-Manitowoc, I was introduced to the writing of Aldo Leopold. I was and still am fascinated by his eloquent essays on a system of ethical thought and behavior that includes caring for the land. … Continue reading