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Ripples 1/7/21

Posted on January 7, 2021 by Jim KnickelbineJanuary 7, 2021

Here along Lake Michigan, it seems that every season has its own unique qualities in terms of weather.  No two years seem to be the same, and within each season there are often significantly contrasting periods.  As we all know, … Continue reading →

Posted in Seasons | Tagged earthworm, mild, normal, population check, winter

Ripples 12/5/19

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Jessica JohnsrudDecember 5, 2019

By Jessica Johnsrud, Education Coordinator Walking in my neighborhood was quite picturesque the morning after the recent snowstorm. Branches on the evergreen trees swooped low, heavy with snow and ice. Maple and birch trees stood tall and bare, encrusted with … Continue reading →

Posted in Trees | Tagged coniferous, deciduous, heal, park prescriptions, tamarack, winter

Ripples 11/14/19

Posted on November 15, 2019 by Jim KnickelbineNovember 15, 2019

Unlike many years, judging by the average daily temperatures, this winter was thrust upon us. It seems we missed out on those wonderful late fall days with temps in the mid-40’s when the woods are awash with colorful fallen leaves. … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged calories, fat, feathers, fluff, water, winter

Ripples 11/7/19

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Jim KnickelbineNovember 7, 2019

If you own a dog, you are assured to get outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all hours. I am one of those people and am sometimes less than thrilled at these excursions, especially when they happen in … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged Great Horned Owl, hardy, robin, screech owl, winter

Ripples 2/14/19

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Jim KnickelbineFebruary 21, 2019

I am well on my way to becoming an “old timer,” although I’ve only been called that once by a student when I was visiting my daughter at UW-Madison. Once, so far, anyway.  That’s not a label that causes any … Continue reading →

Posted in Birds | Tagged cardinals, chickadees, red-breasted nuthatch, spring, winter

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