The Aspen
If there ever was a tree that was rightly named, it’s the aspen, Populus tremuloides. The trembling aspen, commonly known as the quaking aspen...
John Muir’s “Squirrel of Squirrels”
The Douglas squirrel (Tamiasciurus douglasii), aka the chickaree, aka the animal that “Peterson Field Guide Mammals of North America” calls “the noisy little squirrel...
Pine Sex
Not enough elbow room in your kitchen? We asked three food truck chefs tips for cooking up great cuisine in cramped quarters.
When Coyotes Kill
Wily coyotes cause dog and cat owners to fear for the lives of their pets. 'Nature's Corner' columnist Eve Quesnel delves into the unfortunate times when coyotes kill, giving practical advice for learning how to live with them.
Don’t Take Granite for Granted
“To learn the secret of history, you must first pay attention to the natural history of granite and understand geologic time.”
~ Lisa Veyssiere from...
Voles, Voles, Voles: Yep, it’s spring!
It’s spring, almost summer, so you know what that means for our lawns — above-ground tunnels wind around the surface like toy-train tracks. We...
Cohabitating, Lichen Style
Lichen can’t be discussed without talking about cohabitation — two partners living in one space. In this case, it’s on the surface of rocks...