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Spring Means Vernal Pools Wake

by Mark | 20 Mar 2022 | Environment | 14 Comments

The vernal equinox is upon us again and that means it is a great time to pay attention to the often-overlooked flooded areas in our forests and even small woodland areas. What some consider to be "just puddles" - many creatures call these places home and essential to...

Spring Ephemerals

by Mark | 27 Apr 2018 | Botanical Art | 5 Comments

Spring seems like such a fleeting season here in Michigan. We strongly yearn for milder temps after what seems like an eternity of Winter but are not quite ready for the humidity and heat of Summer. We want to bask for a bit in the fresh energy around us. Though...