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Backyard Brookie

Backyard Brookie

Sometimes the best adventures come from exploring our own backyard

Apr 8

The Trusty Gardener-Winter Sowing Update-Success!

The Trusty Gardener-Winter Sowing Update-Success!

Kale, Pak Choi, Lettuce, Baby Napa Cabbage and More Have All Sprouted

Apr 7

Deception of Spring |Huckleberry Photo Journal

Deception of Spring |Huckleberry Photo Journal

On Friday the weather was warm and balmy so I wore sandals to work. Two hours later it snowed. Welcome to spring in Indiana.

Apr 4

Beautiful Birds on a Brilliant Morning

Beautiful Birds on a Brilliant Morning

Beauty exists all around us. It may be nearer than you think. You just need to look.

Apr 3

And Then There Were Three Ducks

And Then There Were Three Ducks

Meet The Newest Member of My Flock

Apr 3

Planting A New Rose

Planting A New Rose

Blood may be drawn

Apr 1

Discover The Bison Herds of North America

Discover The Bison Herds of North America

Between 30 and 60 million American bison roamed North America in 1800. Nearly extinct 100 years…

Mar 31

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How Lovebirds Keep Their Cool When It’s Really Hot

How Lovebirds Keep Their Cool When It’s Really Hot

Some birds may develop unique behaviors to deal with extreme heat created by global warming

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Mar 30

Pets versus pests: Does the global exotic pet trade favor invasive pests?

Pets versus pests: Does the global exotic pet trade favor invasive pests?

Exotic pets — companion animals that are not native to the area where they are kept — can become invasive pests when they escape or are…

𝐆𝐫𝐫𝐥𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭, scientist & writer

Mar 28

The Trusty Gardener-Benefits of a Portable Greenhouse

The Trusty Gardener-Benefits of a Portable Greenhouse

Create a Microclimate for Your Plants

Mar 28

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