As I don my outside clothing, I think about how the march of seasonal changes continues despite what’s happening in the human world. This lightens my heart a bit more. I decide to take on the task of finding hope in the natural world as I step out the door.
The Beaver Moon: Highlights from Belwin’s First Wednesday Walkabout
Early this November, Belwin hosted its inaugural First Wednesday Walkabout, a new series designed by naturalist Lynette Anderson as a way to help people get outdoors during the colder months.
Notes from the Land:
Winter
Pause and give a thought to the wild creatures, who despite the cold and dark, the wind and the snow, continue to survive and even thrive.
Notes from the Land: A Walk in the Prairie
While many of us are feeling the tug toward the end of summer, the prairie is just beginning to come into its own. A walk or hike or stroll at any time of the day reveals new beauty and the mystery of this undulating landscape. The flowers provide a palette of color that is pleasing… Continue Reading Notes from the Land: A Walk in the Prairie
Notes from the Land: Sparrows and Other Birds at Stagecoach Prairie
It is a happy time, this early morning twilight, and best of all, the birds are singing. I arrive at Belwin Conservancy’s Stagecoach Prairie and quietly exit my car. This is the time of migration for most songbirds and a wonderful opportunity to chronicle which species use Belwin lands as a stopover site or nesting habitat.
Notes from the Land: The Music Festival of Frogs
There is certainty in the passing of the seasons. We know that winter cold will give way to spring sun, spring sun to summer warmth, summer warmth to the cool air of autumn, the cool air of autumn to the winter cold again.
Notes from the Land: How Wild Turkeys Made a Comeback in Minnesota
It’s an exciting thing to hear a gobble in the distance in the spring. It is yet another signal that the seasons are changing and new life across the wildlife spectrum is soon to come.
Notes from the Land: A Day in the Life of a Deer Mouse
Peeking out from under the strands of dry grass, two buggy eyes appear. The small mammal lifts its whiskered face to test the scented air currents. Is a predator about? Is there food anywhere? Are any unknown mice in the vicinity?
Peak Season
We have arrived at the moment of fullness in the seasonal year.
The natural world has reached a zenith in terms of growth and productivity.
The Fullness of Summer
We have arrived at the moment of fullness in the seasonal year.
The natural world has reached a zenith in terms of growth and productivity.
Summer Sightings
Hot days, bright sun, warm breezes, birds on the wing, blooming flowers… these are the days that many of us live for. It’s summer in Minnesota and we are gleeful about getting outside!
The Bison Are Almost Here
With the bison arriving soon, learn some fun facts about these majestic animals!
Observations on a Walk
Join Lynette Anderson for a walk at the beginning of April at Belwin Conservancy.
