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There, crouched regally on a moss-covered log and intent on something in the downed trees, is a bobcat.

Silhouetted against the darkening sky, a flurry of small, darting shapes emerges. Brown bats, their wings beating rapidly, swoop and flutter

Despite its many benefits, goldenrod is often mistakenly blamed for causing allergies. The real culprit behind late summer and early fall ha

At first, I was puzzled by this change in color. The brown birds at my feeder looked so different that I wondered if I was seeing an entirel

That’s when I saw it – a large snapping turtle, half-submerged in the shallows, basking lazily in the morning sun. Its shell was encrusted w

This post is part of a project in the works; "An Ogemaw County Year".  The blog and eventually the book will encompass nature noticing,...

Each July and August I collect seeds from the tickseed, which indeed do look like ticks, and then start them indoors each spring and plant t

Leaning over the edge of my kayak, I peer into the depths and spot numerous small depressions scattered across the sandy bottom. These are t

Explore the natural beauty of Ogemaw County through "An Ogemaw County Year," a project celebrating its diverse flora and fauna across the se

The last show of the year is upon us, the Chippewa Nature Center Art Show and sale . The Chippewa Nature Center Art Show and sale marks...

I learned something really interesting at the art fairs this summer. People don't like the basic black frames I put the 5x7 original...

Hello and thank you for checking out my 2023 Art Show schedule. Below you can find the dates, locations and a little information about...

A Northern Michigan resident, this small artist collaboration works hard to create not only beautiful art but also a great experience for...

What? Well before I explain that title, I have to tell you, we are in LDSB or, "Life During Shed Build" There is now life defined as BSB...

Hi, Laura here. I just wanted to take a moment to highlight some very special people who also happen to be amazing models. I work in...

Do you want instant gratification? If so, do not build your own office/studio. Seriously, this project feels like it is taking a long...

First of all, I am not a builder. I have no experience in building things from plans and while I can hang a picture and even a shelf on...