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Ripples 1/19/23

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Jim KnickelbineJanuary 20, 2023

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 →

Posted in winter | Tagged chipmunk, interrupted, sleep, warm, weather

Ripples 1/5/22

Posted on January 6, 2023 by Jim KnickelbineJanuary 6, 2023

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 →

Posted in winter | Tagged Bald Eagle, boots, chickadee, nature, Tracks, trail

Ripples 12/21/22

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Jim KnickelbineDecember 21, 2022

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 →

Posted in winter | Tagged fun, inches, snow, snowfall, storm

Ripples 11/23/22

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Nancy NabakNovember 23, 2022

 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 →

Posted in winter | Tagged angels, Christmas, crystals, flakes, snow, snow bunting, snowy owl

Ripples 12/23/21

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Nancy NabakDecember 23, 2021

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 →

Posted in winter | Tagged climate change, insulation, loss, range change, snow, subnivium

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