Written by Jason Prigge, Development Director During breaks from the office, I will often stretch my legs with a brisk walk. I have noticed a pair of osprey gliding overhead. […]
Ripples 2/19/26
By Max Kornetzke, Land Manager The end of winter usually brings a few warm days filled with birds chirping. They conjure anticipation for the unfurling of true spring. I can […]
Ripples 1/15/2026
By Jess Johnsrud, photo from Wikipedia I was at the store shortly after the beginning of the new year and was reminded that Valentine’s Day is coming up in a […]
Ripples 9/4/25
Written by Kennedy Zittel, naturalist Meandering through the butterfly garden I saw countless bumble bees buzzing by, a handful of butterflies fluttering in the breeze, and even a hummingbird moth […]
Ripples 7/24/25
Written by Kennedy Zittel, Naturalist In honor of it being National Moth Week (the last week in July), I wanted to write about one of my favorite moth species – […]
Ripples 7/17/25
Written by summer intern Maria Kraynek, Photo by Jessica Johnsrud Growing up, I was always fascinated by trees. Their strong yet overlooked presence in our world continues to amaze me […]









