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laurastockwell74
Jul 13, 20243 min read
Wild Blueberries: An Ogemaw County Year
The turkey moved with purpose, and soon, I realized why. It had discovered a patch of wild blueberries, the tiny berries hidden among the gr


laurastockwell74
Apr 21, 20241 min read
Meet Bloodroot
In the northern forests, a plant of remarkable beauty thrives—the bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis).


laurastockwell74
Sep 29, 20232 min read
Meet Witch Hazel
Michigan's diverse ecosystems hold a hidden natural treasure - Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana). This deciduous shrub, part of the...


laurastockwell74
May 7, 20232 min read
Meet Morel Mushroom
Morels are delicious and elusive mushrooms found in Michigan woods in the spring. Black morels show up first, followed by the “half...


laurastockwell74
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Meet Ramps
Ramps (also known as wild leeks) are members of the allium family, which includes chives, garlic, leeks, scallions, and shallots. Ramps...
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