I’m a little embarrassed to say that my birdbath is a mess right now. Over time, the summer weather turns hot and I get “busy.” Too busy to stay on top of cleaning a bird bath. If I am not out there to change the water every day it isn’t easy to keep bird baths fresh and clean.
Turkey Run State Park in Marshall, Indiana is known for its sandstone cliffs, rugged ravines, suspension bridges, and hiking trails that wind through rocky hollows carved by centuries of flowing water. One of the most memorable sections of the park is the hike through Crevice Rock along Trail 10.
Big Clifty Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Clifty Falls State Park near Madison, Indiana. The waterfall drops roughly 60 feet over limestone rock layers inside the scenic Clifty Canyon.
Perennial is planted as the backbone in my flower garden. The Purplish-pink flowers provide crisp, clean color all summer long and into fall and a fragrance that welcomes any garden visitor.
Southern Door County and parts of Brown and Kewaunee counties form one of the most unique cultural landscapes in Wisconsin. In the 1850s, Belgian immigrants settled here and built new communities. Their farms, chapels, churches, and distinctive brick homes still shape the countryside today.
Sugar Creek flows quietly through the countryside of southern Door County near the small community of Brussels, Wisconsin. Surrounded by farmland, wetlands, and wooded areas, the creek provides a peaceful place to explore nature and observe wildlife throughout the seasons.
After heavy rain, the creek runs clear and lively over its rocky bed, creating small cascades and reflections that are especially interesting for photography. The surrounding wetlands and shoreline habitats also support a variety of birds and native plants.
Printable Bathroom Wall Art
I was looking for some cute framed sayings to add to my bathroom decor and I really didn’t like anything I came across in the stores. I decided to make my own printable bathroom wall art.
The Parrish Highlands ATV/UTV Trail system in Langlade County, Wisconsin is one of the larger riding areas in the region, offering scenic forest roads, rolling glacial terrain, wetlands, and miles of Northwoods riding. Riders can explore about 50 miles of trail within the Parrish Highlands area, with connections to neighboring county trail systems.
I’m a person that likes to see and hold my bulbs in my hand when selecting garden plant bulbs. So, ordering my bulbs from an online source is out of the question for me. But, sometimes, it happens that I have to order online. In that case I cross my fingers and hope I get good ones. After they arrive I still go over the 4 simple steps below. If they fail, the postmaster will get them back.
Wildlife > Birds > Galliformes Are wild turkeys not the ugliest birds you have ever laid eyes on? At least I think so. It is the face that kills me. A face only a mother could love. But, they are big, beefy, and run pretty funny. The only thing I can say that is pretty, … Read more
The silver-spotted skipper is a brown winged skipper with yellowish-orange square and rectangular patches on its wings. The body of this skipper is dark brown and hairy.
Big Red Lighthouse in Marquette, Michigan, is one of the most recognizable landmarks along this stretch of Lake Superior. Officially known as the Marquette Harbor Lighthouse, it sits high above the rocky shoreline and adds a striking historic focal point to the harbor.
With its red exterior, elevated setting, and connection to Marquette’s shipping history, it is an easy stop to add to a day of exploring the waterfront. It is especially appealing for photographers, lighthouse lovers, and anyone interested in Upper Michigan history.
Big or small we all have goals that we would like to accomplish that differ from the next person. You can’t master everything in life- but you pick the things that you want to surround yourself with or with goals to reach for yourself and this crabs in a bucket coffee mug design will remind you each morning.
Thirteen Lined Ground Squirrel
The thirteen-lined ground squirrel, also known as the striped gopher, leopard ground squirrel, squinney, and as the leopard-spermophile in Audubon’s day, is a ground squirrel. It is widely distributed over grasslands and prairies of North America.
Mountain Fire Lookout Tower near Mountain, Wisconsin is one of the most unique historic stops in Oconto County. Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, this 100-foot fire tower has 132 steps and offers wide views over the surrounding Northwoods. Built in 1935 by the U.S. Forest Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Mountain Fire … Read more
Catbirds arrive back from their southern hones the last week of April. You will notice the sound of the catbird cries. If there are a few catbirds in the area it may sometimes sound like cats fighting.
The Grassy Island Range Lights in Green Bay, Wisconsin are a scenic shoreline stop where you can watch freighters, enjoy soft sunset light over the water, and sometimes spot bald eagles in winter. Although the lighthouse grounds themselves are closed to the public, the nearby shoreline and Metro boat launch make this an easy place to stop and take in the view.
This is one of those quieter Green Bay spots that feels different depending on the season. Some days it is all about pastel skies and reflections on the water. Other days it is the movement of ships or the chance of seeing eagles gathered over open water in winter.
The Wild Strawberry is common in open places in woods, on grassy slopes, and in similar situations. It flowers in April and May, and the fruit ripens in June and July.
The ATV and UTV trail system in Oconto County, Wisconsin is one of the largest and most versatile riding networks in the state. With more than 450 miles of trails and routes, riders can travel through forest roads, small towns, scenic stretches of the Northwoods, and a number of places worth stopping along the way.
If you want a trail system that offers more than just riding from one mud hole to the next, Oconto County is a fun place to explore. Depending on where you go, you can mix trail riding with scenic overlooks, river crossings, small-town stops, seasonal events, and a few memorable side trips.
