by Jim Knickelbine, volunteer In the 1970’s, when I was a student at Roncalli, I was formally introduced to bird watching by my wonderful biology teacher, Sister Verna Osterhout. I […]
Ripples 7/6/23
The closest thing that we have to an annual physical for our nature preserve is the summer bird count. It’s been done every year since the mid-1960’s, at a time […]
Ripples 5/19/22
As I write I am looking out a large window at home. Outside the apple tree is in bloom, the ground is covered with green new growth, including my lawn […]
Ripples 6/26/20
In the last few months, a lot of people have visited the trails and outdoor facilities at Woodland Dunes. We enjoy being a sanctuary not only for wildlife, but for […]