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Fish Whisperer
First snorkel holding onto a rock in the rapids A large muskie swam up and rested beside me Ecstatic wondered if I should be panicked. Hoped that I was not wearing anything shiny that looked tasty to a muskie. … Continue reading
Posted in Animals, Connecting to Nature
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The Big Woods and the Fight to Save Lone Lake Park
Lone Lake Park is a forest remnant of what was known as the Big Woods. The Big Woods was over 2,000 square miles, extending in a band 40 miles wide from what is today Mankato to Monticello. In the 1800’s, … Continue reading
Posted in Connecting to Nature, Nature Guardians
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The Bass Ponds – A Hidden Gem
The Bass Ponds are part of the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge. It is an urban wildlife refuge in shadow of the Mall of America, a busy highway and the Minneapolis International Airport. Besides being a refuge for animals, the Bass … Continue reading
Posted in Birds, Connecting to Nature, Spring
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Sights and Sounds of Spring 2019
Mid FebruaryI heard my first signs of spring. What birds were calling in the cold? (cardinal and “fee bee” call of the chickadee) Early AprilPussy Willows in the marsh Early AprilThe fluted song of a male Robin is in … Continue reading
Posted in Nature Notes, Spring
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Whale Day
For the past 24 years I have traveled to North Hudson Elementary in Hudson, Wisconsin for a very special experience. The 4th grade teachers have developed a thematic unit on the oceans that runs from February to May. All of … Continue reading
Posted in Whales & Oceanography
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North Country Pilgrimage
Three nights of winter camping in a yurt can change your perspective on life. Jim Gregory and his son David joined me for the adventure. Often working with only the light of his headlamp and a lantern, Jim was able … Continue reading
Posted in Connecting to Nature, Nature Poetry, Photography/Art, Winter
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The Spirit of a Naturalist Artist
We are lucky to have guest blogger, Nanci Olesen, share her relationship with nature through art and text. When I first saw Nanci’s work in a Minneapolis Star Tribune article (http://www.startribune.com/will-publish-in-different-format/504165212/), I was touched by the intimacy of her sketches … Continue reading
Posted in Nature Notes, Photography/Art
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The Cock of the Rock Adventure
Mindo Cloud Forest, Ecuador. For two days, we took early morning hikes with our superb birding guide, Lucia, who pointed out numerous species of tanagers and other birds. After two days, Lucia told us about the Cock of the Rock. … Continue reading
Posted in Birds, Nature Notes, Photography/Art
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Galapagos: Islas Encantadas
Editor Note: View all videos on full screen. The Galapagos Islands truly are enchanted, often I felt like I was walking in a dream and wondering whether it was really real. Lawrence Wade I have never been in an area … Continue reading
Posted in Connecting to Nature, Nature Notes
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Holiday Books for Nature Loving Kids
During the holidays, you can buy my books at a 60% discount off of the retail price. Each book is priced at $10 + $3.50 shipping = $13.50 I will sign all books. If you don’t like them, books can … Continue reading
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