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Nature Watch: Life in Dead Trees
In nature, everything serves a purpose. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives insight into the varied uses of snags (standing dead trees) and some of the wildlife, including woodpeckers, that they allow to thrive. Read this blog entry to learn more about how nature makes the most of everything, and discover a few species you might see in April.
Nature Watch: Soaring Hawks and Dancing Flies
The first touches of spring are emerging, bringing the hope of bird song and flowers. In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives us another fun reason to get excited for this time of year. Imagine bald eagles, red-tailed hawks and ravens all resembling bubbles in the air as they soar. Intrigued? Read more about this phenomenon and others you might encounter this spring.
Nature Watch: Mysteries of the Dark Water
“You’re following a trail that winds its way through a forest, and the trail veers sharply to avoid a pool of dark water. Something stirs beneath the surface – a tadpole, perhaps? You stare into the pool, wondering what mysteries it might hold.” In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, dives into the mysteries of forested wetlands. Read more to learn about life among wetlands and the active critters found this time of year.
Nature Watch: The Loons of Deception Pass
In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives the spotlight to an overlooked phenomenon that are the Red-throated Loons at Deception Pass. Read more to learn about these nature spectacles and other species you can observe during the first month of 2025!
Nature Watch: Hunting the Hunters
For his 40th blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member and naturalist extraordinaire, Steve Ellis, captures the thrill of raptors. From this entry, gain insight on where to observe them and how to identify different raptor species by their behaviors and movements. This December, you’re likely to see these flying spectacles on your next birdwatching excursion. Read more and enjoy Steve’s informative tips!
Nature Watch: Life at the Top
Ever wonder what lives at the top of the forest canopy? In his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch,” Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, gives insight into what we might find up there among the taller trees – maybe even a flying squirrel. Read more to learn about the critters that can be found in November!
Nature Watch: Gossamer Days
October approaches, marking the start of the spooky season! For many of us, spiders and spooky go hand-in-hand. This month, Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, offers intriguing insights into spiders, focusing particularly on their fascinating and varied webs in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Read more to discover what surprises October might have in store.
Nature Watch: Peeping at Fall Shorebirds
Shorebirds are active and abundant this time of year, making for an exciting birdwatching experience! Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, shares interesting tidbits about shorebirds and what draws them to these islands in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Read more to discover the diverse species you might encounter during your next beach visit this September.
Nature Watch: The Flight of Dragons
August is the perfect time to observe the flight of dragonflies. Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, spills all the details on these fascinating creatures in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Read more to discover the secret of their flying abilities, find the best places to observe them, and learn about other plant and animal sightings you can look forward to in August!
Nature Watch: Rockin’ the Low Tides
There are plenty of reasons to spend time at the beach and Land Trust member, Steve Ellis, provides even more of them in his latest blog entry of “Nature Watch.” Read more to learn about all the fun creatures you might find during your next beach day! And remember to use proper beach etiquette to ensure these rocky shores continue to thrive with life.
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