Animals

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.

Categories: Animals, Notes from the Land, Seasonal

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?

Categories: Animals, Notes from the Land, Seasonal

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.

Categories: Animals, Land Management, Notes from the Land, Seasonal

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.

Categories: Animals, Bison, Land Management, Notes from the Land, Partnerships, Seasonal

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!

Categories: Animals, Bison, Land Management, Notes from the Land, Partnerships, Seasonal

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