As I near old-timer status, I’m still constantly reminded how much there is to learn about the natural world. About the time one thinks he understands what’s going on outdoors, he is quickly reminded that is not the case. Each … Continue reading
Category Archives: winter
Written by Kennedy Zittel, Asst. Naturalist It always amazes me how many things a person can see on just a short walk through nature. On Monday, I walked just the first half of Willow Trail, and on this short 15 … Continue reading
Snowstorms are special events, one of the memorable times that mark our lives. As they approach, there is a mixture of both excitement and dread seasoning our anticipation as we make sure the snowblower runs, there’s gas in the car … Continue reading
by Nancy Nabak, Communication Coordinator It snowed a week ago. It’s probably going to be melted by time Thanksgiving dinner is over. I guess that’s ok, but I love when our sky-sprinkling, earth-decorating snow arrives. Don’t get me wrong. I’m … Continue reading
Ripples from the Dunes by Nancy Nabak, Communication Coordinator When the white stuff falls, I don’t go south. Instead, I don my boots, snow pants, and coat and pride myself in being one of the first to make a snow … Continue reading