Stories

My eyes snap open, and I catch the flash of tawny fur darting between the still-bare brambles. A chipmunk!

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

The White pine tree, also known as Pinus strobus, is a species of evergreen conifer that is native to North America. They are known for

Wild turkeys, often associated with Thanksgiving, are more than just a holiday symbol. They are an integral part of our ecosystem, and their

The Tamarack tree stands out as a unique gem in the state's landscape. Unlike most conifers, the Tamarack tree (Larix laricina) sheds its...

The scientific name for stick insects is Phasmatodea, from the Greek word phasma (“phantom”), which refers to this insect’s ability to...

Praying mantises belong to the insect family of Mantidae ("mantids"). All mantids have enlarged forelegs (“raptorial legs”) adapted for...

White Shoal Lighthouse is located in the middle of the Straits of Mackinac about 20 miles west of the Mackinac Bridge on a shoal covered...

Trout lilies begin to bloom in Michigan’s deciduous forests soon after the last snow melts and the sun begins to warm the soil. These...

Trilliums are the most familiar and beloved of Michigan’s woodland wildflowers. They thrive in the rich, acidic soil of deciduous...

Morels are delicious and elusive mushrooms found in Michigan woods in the spring. Black morels show up first, followed by the “half...

Ramps (also known as wild leeks) are members of the allium family, which includes chives, garlic, leeks, scallions, and shallots. Ramps...

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

The Northern Red Oak has been on our mind pretty much daily this past month or two and we'll tell you why in a moment. The history, lore...