So, one of my greatest joys is tree planting. At least, when successful. There is no guarantee. If I have chosen a place with suitable soil, moisture, and sunshine for the tree species I’ve selected, and I protect it from … Continue reading
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Ripples by Haley Vanne, Woodland Dunes summer intern My summer internship at Woodland Dunes was filled with endless amphibian finds including wood and leopard frogs, toads, spring peepers, and even the occasional salamander! While these little guys would typically come … Continue reading
By Nancy Nabak, Communication Coordinator The sunflower – nature’s ultimate happy accessory and a symbol of loyalty and adoration. When sunflowers hit the farmer’s market in July, I have bouquets of their bright yellow manes in my arms. This brilliant, … Continue reading
By Wendy Lutzke, Environmental Educator & Butterfly Garden Coordinator With lots of talk about the change to Daylight Savings Time recently, my mind has focused on the joys of sunlight and specifically, its “coming up” and “going down.” You see, … Continue reading
As the season advances toward fall, our weather is more comfortable, even though we still experience the occasional rainy day. For many of us, it is our favorite time of year, and that opinion is largely based on the weather. … Continue reading