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!