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Ripples 12/8/22

Posted on December 7, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineDecember 7, 2022

  The many dark days of November and December, the result of both cloud cover and shorter day length, are a challenge for people. Personally, I feel much more inclined to move in the morning if there is at least … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged Bald Eagle, great horned owls, raptors, red-tailed hawk, seasons, short-eared owl, winter

Ripples 10/20/22

Posted on October 19, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineOctober 19, 2022

Written by Kennedy Zittel, Assistant Naturalist Recently, the usual bird chirping noises coming from the bird feeder outside of my office window have been frequently interrupted by very loud calls. Looking out the window, I am greeted by a bright … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged Blue Jay, call, crest, feather, mimic, reflected

Ripples 9/29/22

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineSeptember 28, 2022

The onset of autumn is both sobering and joyful. Although the change in season reminds us of challenging times to come, the delight of cool weather energizes us and, for me, makes being outdoors more enjoyable. Rather than tolerating heat, … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged avian influenza, Bald Eagle, chip notes, fall, Swainson's thrush

Ripples 9/1/22

Posted on September 1, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineSeptember 1, 2022

September 1 is the start of biological autumn in our region.  It is already fall as far as many animals and plants are concerned, and they are wrapping up their growing season activities and preparing to either reproduce, migrate, or … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged bird-banding, confusing, fall, migration, station

Ripples 8/25/22

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineAugust 25, 2022

Written by Emma Campbell, summer education intern  In the short time I have been the education intern at Woodland Dunes, I have learned so many new and exciting things. My favorite thing has been learning to identify the many different … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged apps, available, calls, kids, learning, robins

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