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, […]
Ripples 10/18/18
This morning, for the first time this fall, the ground is covered with frost. It is a perfect fall morning – blue sky, calm wind, and freezing temperatures. All around, […]
Ripples 1/25/18
With February around the corner, there are now definite indications of the coming spring season. Although wildlife are still prepared for the cold, there are subtle differences all around us […]
Ripples 1/19/18
Recently, several families visited the nature center to participate in a session in our series “Raising a Wild Child”. The day was a bit ugly- rain melting the snow […]
Ripples 4/27/17
I can’t help but think of Andy Williams singing, “Its the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” even though the song was written for the Christmas season. For the next […]
Ripples 2/16/17
With the exception of those who enjoy skiing, sledding, and snowshoeing, I’m guessing than most of us are enjoying the unseasonably mild weather this winter. Ice fishermen may soon join the […]
