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Category Archives: Night

Ripples 9/22/22

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineSeptember 21, 2022

In the past, I’ve talked about how our bodies are in fact ecosystems, inhabited by all sorts of other species, mostly microscopic, in addition to our own cells.  Some find the idea to be disgusting, but its the way it … Continue reading →

Posted in Night | Tagged coyote, Great Horned Owl, peeps, screech owl, sounds, Veery

Ripples 10/16/20

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Jessica JohnsrudOctober 21, 2020

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 →

Posted in Night | Tagged big dipper, bioluminescence, firefly larva, glowing, shooting star

Ripples 7/30/20

Posted on July 27, 2020 by Nancy NabakAugust 27, 2020

Ripples from the Dunes, written by Sydney Herman, Woodland Dunes summer education intern. The night sky has always fascinated me. The infinite black blanket of glittering stars and shining planets remind me that the universe is a lot wider and … Continue reading →

Posted in Night | Tagged big dipper, dirty snowball, dust, gas, NEOWISE, tail

Ripples 2/2/17

Posted on February 2, 2017 by Jim KnickelbineFebruary 2, 2017

When the weather is mild, it’s nice to sleep with a window open just a crack.  Letting in some fresh, cool air seems like a healthy thing to do after being cooped up so much in the winter.  With that … Continue reading →

Posted in Night, Wildlife | Tagged cars, coyotes, fox, night sounds, owls, trains

Ripples 11/17/16

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Jessica JohnsrudNovember 17, 2016

As I strolled along with my dog on our evening walk, I admired the supermoon. It truly was spectacular as it rose above the horizon. As I walked, I was reminded of a song, “Oh Mister Moon,” that I used … Continue reading →

Posted in Night, Uncategorized | Tagged Moon, superman
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