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Animal Tracking Basics
Below is an excerpt from an expert tracker, Jonathan Poppele. He wrote the book, Animal Tracks: Midwest Edition: “Tracking is the study and interpretation of the footprints and other signs left behind by animals as they go about their lives. … Continue reading
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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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Land Untouched by Humans
Spending a few days up on the Gunflint trail, North of Grand Marais, MN changed my emotional outlook. We did not have all of the comforts of suburban life. We became more a part of nature rather than observers from … Continue reading
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Imbolc- From Darkness Towards the Light
Imbolc, Candlemas or Groundhog’s day has always been one of my favorites because the light returns in the seasonal cycles that earth travels in. It is the hope of springtime and warmth. A time to begin planning and planting and … Continue reading
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Close encounters with White-tailed Deer
If you live in a suburban area, white tail deer can be pests eating the hostas and the vegetables in your garden; destroying a young tree by making it a rubbing post during the rutting (mating) season. But white tails … Continue reading
Posted in Connecting to Nature, Mammals, Winter
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The Eagle has Landed
Story, photos, and artwork by James Gregory, Plymouth, MN. This the second submission Jim has made. To see more of Jim’s artwork and the work of his wife, Kristina go to: www.oldnaturalist.com/sharing-art-from-the-heart-of-the-earth/ “While skiing across frozen Parker’s Lake right … Continue reading
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Otter Dreams
Three poets, Jeff Saslow, Rich Kessler, and Christina Gregory try to find light and balance during the darkness of winter and the stress of everyday life. Join them, as they express their connection to Nature through the written word. … Continue reading
Posted in Nature Poetry, Winter
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Los animales en Invierno
Ese zorro es malo! D No soy malo, Solo tengo hambre G Hambre como puedo ser A Este ardilla parece linda para ti D Me parece comida para mi G El zorro es el depredador D Y la ardilla es … Continue reading
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Hidden Secrets of the Minnehaha
I spend a lot of time on Minnehaha Creek. A sanctuary about a mile from my home. While skiing and hiking along the creek, I have seen and been part of some amazing things. If you have some memories of … Continue reading
Posted in Connecting to Nature, Photography/Art, Seasons, Winter
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