As the snow melts, again, the forest floor once more emerges, and the plants and animals that rested under their frozen quilt can again see the light of day. And […]
Ripples From the Dunes 2/18/16
Along the Manitowoc River in the town of Manitowoc Rapids where I grew up, there are a number of areas where the river flows against steep clay bluffs. The river […]
Ripples 9-16-15
Early fall is a special time in terms of wildlife and habitat. Animals are moving or preparing for winter, and plants are either storing energy and nutrients or producing fruit […]
Ripples 9-3-15
The cool spring and early summer and adequate rain have been a benefit to native grassland habitats in our area. Often these prairie plantings seem to be at peak bloom […]