Written by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator Earlier this summer, I had the pleasure of leading a family twilight program. Two families participated in the program and it was the first time most of them had walked a trail in the … Continue reading
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Written by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator After the gray of winter, the bright shades of green plants bursting through the soil is a welcome sight. Pops of purple, yellow and white flowers certainly catch the eye. We notice crocus, daffodils … Continue reading
I am guessing that many people are noticing nature more this spring than previous ones. I think that can happen when we are required to slow down. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been watching the paper birch tree in … Continue reading
By Jessica Johnsrud, Woodland Dunes Education Coordinator This sure is an exciting time of year! It seems like each day, a new plant is emerging, a different frog is singing or a new species of migrant songbird has returned from … Continue reading
Written by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator Field ants make their home in open areas, often with sandy, well-draining soil. They excavate tunnels, then carry out the soil with their mandibles (mouthparts) and deposit it at the entrance. Some species, like … Continue reading