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...
Garden Clean Up

Garden Clean Up

By Katie Finch, Senior Nature Educator With the longer days and warmer temperatures, there is an urge to get outside and into my gardens. After a long winter, it feels good to be outside, get my hands in the dirt and work. I relish the repeated pulling of the rake and...
Vociferous Killdeer

Vociferous Killdeer

By Chelsea Jandreau, Senior Nature Educator Opening my windows when the temperature climbs up just enough to be comfortable brings more than just fresh air into the rooms that have been locked down against the outside for months. It also brings a return of familiar...
Subtle Signs of Spring

Subtle Signs of Spring

Written by Taylor Brennan, Nature Educator When the long winter months come to its final days, we all desperately search for any signs that will bring a break from nature’s cold darkness. Instead of watching the forecast or refreshing your weather app for the...