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Goodbye March Sky

Posted on Mar 31, 2015

Goodbye March Sky

As we say goodbye to March and its cold, dark and dreary skies we turn a hopeful eye to April when perhaps – after more chilly weather and possibly snow – we will see a return to normal climate conditions and much more life outdoors. March came in like a lion and and is leaving like a lion, but the sun will win. It always does. Warmth and growth are coming. Perhaps a lamb, too! Scott Kruitbosch Conservation & Outreach Coordinator

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Eastern Bluebird

Posted on Feb 22, 2015

Eastern Bluebird

Some people are lucky enough to have Eastern Bluebirds (Sialia sialis) spend the winter feeding at their home, nibbling on mealworms and other goodies put out by caring birders. Did I say that with as little jealousy as possible? I hope so. The rest of us have to wait until March for the species to start making a move towards the north, and soon you will be able to enjoy views like this one as our days continue to get longer and brighter. I remember taking this photo on a particularly cold day, with the lion-like wind battering me, but we can pretend it was a temperate and calm, lamb-like...

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