Ripples from the Dunes contributed from the Dunesletter archives, September 1985, Number 41. Written by John Hancock. Nature’s Timetable Asters, goldenrods and gentians are characteristic flowers of late summer and […]
Ripples 8/22/24
by Natalie McNeely, intern Watching a prairie flower throughout the spring, summer, and early fall is like watching a painting come to life. The smells of bee balm, the sounds […]
Ripples 8/15/24
By Mary Kennedy, summer intern The excitement of coming to Woodland Dunes for summer programs is filled with laughter, smiles, and this year a new group of kids were able […]
Ripples 8/8/24
By Claire Bosselmann, summer intern Is Older Better? In many ways, yes—especially when discussing the freedom of retirement, aged scotch, and the magnificence of old-growth forests. Old growth forests are […]
Ripples 7/25/24
By Liam Guenin, summer intern This time of year is a personal favorite of mine for many reasons, one of them being that it’s a great time for foraging. Currently […]
Ripples 7/18/24
By Mary Kennedy, summer intern Birds are all around us, but it can take a moment for individuals to stop and recognize the multitudes around them. This can apply to […]
