This is one of my favorite times of year. As winter grudgingly releases its grasp on our world, nature creeps back in the most subtle, and wonderful ways. It is amazing to me, as I’m sure it has been to … Continue reading
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By Nancy Nabak, Communication Coordinator It’s a prehistoric look accompanied by a prehistoric trumpeting sound. This interesting beast is our current pterodactyl of the sky, the Sandhill Crane. Sandhill Cranes are making their way home and their arrival numbers are … Continue reading
Ripples from the Dunes by Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator. Recently one afternoon, I was driving along a country road and noticed a large, chunky bird perched on a stop sign. No cars were behind me, so I slowed down and … Continue reading
by Jessica Johnsrud, Woodland Dunes Education Coordinator This time of year, I look forward to a special performance that, for me, signifies spring has arrived. The show starts most evenings around twilight. The feathered performer sings and shows off his … Continue reading
This week’s Ripples was written by Anna Hall, Woodland Dunes Intern from Silver Lake College Early this morning, I had the privilege of witnessing an American Woodcock searching for food in the front yard of the nature center. This is … Continue reading