Symmetry in Nature

Symmetry in Nature

By: Taylor Brennan, Nature Educator Next time you are touring your garden, walking on wooded trails, or exploring a beachside scenery, look for immaculate swirling patterns. These can be found in the center of a sunflower, a snail’s shell, the base of an unopened...
Marvelous Macroinvertebrates

Marvelous Macroinvertebrates

By: Charlotte Schmaltz, Nature Educator On a warm spring day, if I gaze out into the backyard pond at Audubon my first impression is of calm, clear water. Though the water may seem empty at first, the longer I look, the more I notice. First might be a bit of plant...
Butterflies and Moths

Butterflies and Moths

By: Chelsea Jandreau, Senior Nature Educator The temperature is still in flux, and this will likely remain true as we continue to march forward through spring. However, there appears to be a steady upward trend towards warmth and sunshine, and nature is responding...
The Hidden Deliciousness of Dandelions

The Hidden Deliciousness of Dandelions

By Taylor Brennan, Nature Educator For many of us, spring is a time where sniffles plague our outdoor adventures. Commonly known as seasonal allergies, the air is filled with particles of pollen, finding its way to our noses and sinuses. We may choose to take a...
Spring Nesting Season

Spring Nesting Season

By Charlotte Schmaltz, Nature Educator Spring is finally here, and with it comes new life and growth. All sorts of animals are getting ready to raise their young, and birds are no exception. If you take a step outside you are likely to hear birds as they sing to claim...