Bird Feeders and The Joy of Casual Birding

Bird Feeders and The Joy of Casual Birding

By Charlotte Schmaltz, Nature Educator An easy way that I stay connected to nature, even if I have a busy schedule, is taking a moment to look out a window and watch birds at a bird feeder. It is both simple and, in my opinion, brings an extra bit of joy into one’s...
Are Robins a Sign of Spring?  

Are Robins a Sign of Spring?  

By Katie Finch, Senior Nature Educator If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. If the Wooly Bear caterpillar has a narrow orange band in the middle, it will be a harsh winter. If a cat sneezes, it will rain soon.   Humans...
Otters, Minks, and Weasels

Otters, Minks, and Weasels

By Chelsea Jandreau, Senior Nature Educator There are animals you see so often they become part of the scenery. It is impossible to make a blanket statement about which animals those might be, as each person has a unique set of experiences, and dedicates their time...
The Corvus Amongst Us

The Corvus Amongst Us

By: Mac Dawson, Nature Educator Last week, driving home from Audubon Community Nature Center, my daughter and I were so captivated by a flock of crows that I had to pull over just to take it all in. The scene was incredible—thousands of crows crowded the neighborhood...
Wildlife through Car Windows

Wildlife through Car Windows

By Emma Roth, Nature Educator I’ve always been a wildlife watcher. It’s something that comes naturally when you spend any amount of time in nature. At some point, it takes more effort to ignore the animals than notice them when you are out and about hiking. They can...