Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Naturalist's Corner - Spring Teaser Weather

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I was delighted by this article in the Spring 2026 issue of The Rattlesnake Buzz , a quarterly newsletter from Iowa’s Allamakee County Conse...
Friday, March 6, 2026

Nature Sneak Peek - March 2026

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Pasque flower Now that winter is (mostly) over, I know you are as excited as I am to see spring on the trails. Warmer weather and longer day...
Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Yawn...The Ticks Are Awakening

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Longtime blog readers expect my frequent posts in late winter warning of muddy trails during freeze/thaw cycles - and alternative "fi...
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Saturday, February 28, 2026

I Spy on the Trails - February 2026

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February prairie We entered the month under the full Snow Moon and clearer skies have paraded a host of planets and constellations in our ni...
Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trails Updates 2/23/26

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The planning and work towards the 100 mile Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trail (MHDT) is really starting to coalesce. As a reminder, the trail ...
Monday, February 23, 2026

Let's Get Hiking and Learning - March 2026

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For more information on the trips, where available, please click on the brown event titles for a link to the program or hike.  I will be upd...
Friday, February 13, 2026

Lending a "Nature" Hand

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There's always something to be said for giving back as a trail user and nature lover. As certified Master Naturalist volunteers (MNV), m...