For much of Minnesota’s history, winter roads looked like winter roads. Snow-packed streets, visible ice, and slower driving were simply … Continue reading Bare pavement in the winter is a modern expectation.
We’ve entered that in-between phase of winter—the deep freeze of January and February is behind us, but the forecast is … Continue reading Restoring one of nature’s ‘storm drains’
It’s that time of year – the leaves are starting to emerge, the land is greening and you start seeing … Continue reading Dandelions: the edible, medicinal, non-native gateway to rethinking our yards
If there is one remark I hear often at events and when talking to people about conservation and our natural … Continue reading Opportunities abound to be a ‘citizen scientist.’
Earlier this week I met my girls at the bus stop after school. I had just taken our dog on … Continue reading El Niño – the ‘butterfly effect’ on Minnesota winter
Last month, I was asked to speak in an elementary classroom about habitat fragmentation. The class had just finished an … Continue reading Don’t underestimate the power of a good historic photograph.
Let it be said: working in the conservation field is not an easy endeavor. In fact, my husband regularly hears … Continue reading Outstanding Conservationists are truly that – outstanding.
At the end of October, I went to pick up my daughters from school. It was a blustery cold day … Continue reading The plight of the ice fighters
When I was a graduate student in Oregon, I loved running along backcountry, forested roads – there was hardly any … Continue reading Wild turkeys: A Minnesota conservation success story
Our family camps quite a bit, and my two daughters have high standards when it comes to campsites. The campsite … Continue reading The urban tree: both savior and villain
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