Nature Smart

Return of a Species

An eagle catching a fish mid-flight over water.

I have just returned from leading a bird watching trip along the Mississippi River to see Bald Eagles.

Operation Migration

Birds flying in a clear blue sky with a wing tip visible.

It’s exciting to see what some people are doing to save an endangered species. Recently my wonderful friends

Scary Animals

Close-up of a bat in flight against a black background.

At this time of year we tend to contemplate scary animals. Well, I guess I understand. After all, Halloween plays

Spruce Grouse

A black-and-white grouse standing on snowy ground with autumn leaves in the background.

Deep in the northwoods of Alaska and stretching eastward to the dense conifer forests of Maine

Dark Meat or Light Meat

A wild turkey stands alert in a natural setting.

I am sure that when you and your family gathered around the Thanksgiving table this year you don’t spend all

Winter

A yellow bird perched on a branch with red berries.

Winter can be a very challenging time for the birds who don’t migrate. Well, let me qualify this by saying,