As the mild December rolls along, the time comes for the annual Christmas Bird Counts. Originally begun in the eastern US 124 years ago, they have been conducted in Manitowoc County since 1974, when Bernie Brouchoud first rounded up volunteers … Continue reading
Jim Knickelbine
Once again, we stand at the winter solstice, one of my favorite times of the year. Thanks to living on a tilted planet orbiting a warm sun, the amount of light and heat we receive varies throughout the year, and … Continue reading
The world seems to have gone dormant now. Leaves are off the trees, wildflowers have withered, frost or snow covers the ground most mornings, and many birds are gone south. Even though it seems nature has taken a step back, … Continue reading
A number of years ago, when I was the assistant director here, I ran into a remarkable gal during the course of my work. She worked for the DNR as our county forester and helped Woodland Dunes with several projects, … Continue reading
The small and unnoticed play a large role in the functions of nature. I realize that is a theme we teach over and over, but it is a fact of which we naturalists are constantly reminded. Majestic large trees and … Continue reading