Written by Kennedy Zittel, Naturalist During the spring, the wet areas of the State Natural Area fill with sunshine, both literally as the weather warms and the sun shines through, […]
Ripples 4/9/2026
Written by Sue Crowley, Executive Director I was taking a hike out on Cattail Trail boardwalk the other day to see what the rains of spring have filled up, rejuvenated, […]
Ripples 2/27/25
By Max Kornetzke, land manager Ever wonder how spring wildflowers spread across our forests? Many unrelated spring wildflowers have developed a strategy for making sure their offspring have a safe […]
Ripples 4/19/24
By Max Kornetzke, land manager Early spring often evokes the imagery of showy flowers. Many are delighted after winter to see the native plants like trilliums, spring beauties, or bloodroot; […]
Ripples 2/15/24
by Jessica Johnsrud, education coordinator February is a time of year when some people offer chocolates, candlelit dinners, flowers, and other gifts to woo their love interest. This is a […]
Ripples 8/10/23
by Kellsey Grange, summer intern Springtime in the marsh calls for a lot of activity. From leaves budding to flowering marsh marigolds, there is plenty of beauty in the marsh. […]
