Category Archives: Winter

Winter-themed topics

Hidden Secrets of the Minnehaha

Posted on January 24, 2015 by Lawrence Wade

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 →

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Kindergarten Winter Program

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

                                                       

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Staying One Step Ahead of the Winter Blues

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

Have you been letting a negative attitude dominate your emotions this winter? It is easy to understand how that could happen with the sub-zero temperatures we have been experiencing; the lack of sunlight; the daily news; the destruction of our … Continue reading →

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20 Below Zero – Seeking a Reason to Smile

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

 February 2nd is “Cross-Quarter Day” – half way between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. In early times, northern cultures celebrated this day with dancing and song. Here in the U.S., we call it “Groundhog Day”. There is hope … Continue reading →

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A Naturalist’s Shame – Lessons from Nature

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Lawrence Wade

The first event occurred in early January. Someone told me that a snowy owl had been seen near the Arbor Lakes Shopping center about 20 minutes from my house. I went online and got complete directions where the bird might … Continue reading →

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Frozen River

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Lawrence Wade

Morning hike – a little unsure of the new formed ice Hidden beauty, frozen in time   Memories of a summer long gone The inner space of a frozen river   Elaborate art installations litter the river walk  Unexpected gifts … Continue reading →

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Animal Tracking Program

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Lawrence Wade

     Walker  /  Caminante Hopper  / Saltadora   Big Foot – Little Foot  /   Pie Grande y Pequeño Qué Usted Necisita Hacer 1. Escriba su nombre 2. Escriba el Nombre del Animal 3. Lay-out  del Huella del Animal 4. . … Continue reading →

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Animals in Winter program

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Lawrence Wade

I am Just Hungry   by Billy B. (billybproductions.com/) That fox is mean! D   I am not mean, I’m just hungry G   Hungry as can be A   That squirrel looks cute to you But it looks like food to me    … Continue reading →

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