by Jessica Johnsrud, education coordinator A couple of weeks ago, I was walking along a Lake Michigan beach when I stopped in my tracks. There were hundreds, maybe thousands, of large dragonflies flitting about. I watched as tiny helicopters darted … Continue reading
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Fall writings and depictions often don’t include butterfly images, but these clever creatures of nature are on my mind year ‘round. They’re viewed as a symbol of transformation and hope. They can see colors we can’t because they perceive ultraviolet … Continue reading
In summer we think of prairie wildflowers, birds scurrying to feed their young, Cicadas singing in the trees, fishing for crappies, biking along the Lake, and more wonderful aspects and activities suited to warm weather. Fireflies dot the nighttime fields, … Continue reading
Recently a whooping crane was spotted in Manitowoc County with a group of sandhill cranes; it stood out in contrast with its stark white feathers. Seeing this beautiful bird for the first time in the wild sparked my interest. Why … Continue reading