Baby Bears Cool Off! Add This to Your Yard to Help Wildlife
I’ve been seeing a Mama bear with three very small cubs around my forested yard, but haven’t yet been able to get any photos, so I’m republishing a post I
Heroes Among Us: Jane Goodall
With bad news and depressing stories in the headlines everyday, I’ve decided to start a new category of posts about Heroes Among Us. Some will be names you may have
One Thing I Learned, and Loved, When I Thru-Hiked the Appalachian Trail
Have you ever had something outdoors planned–maybe a hike, canoe ride, or walk with your dog–and cancelled because of a threat of rain? I’m sure this is true of all
Honoring Mothers: A Photo Essay
Happy Mother’s Day to my Mom and to all Mothers out there whether you are a dog Mom, child Mom, cat Mom, goat Mom or flower Mom! Let’s celebrate all
Thinking of the Other Mothers This Mother’s Day
Hello and happy Mother’s Day weekend! Whether your children are human, dog, cat, chicken, fish, or other, here’s wishing you a peaceful and joyful day. The world is a better
Create a Hummingbird Water Park
Revised, June 22, 2026 (please note changes in red) After a lot of trial and error, I’ve finally perfected my hummingbird water park! I’m on version 3, here to tell
Six Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Tree
Happy Arbor Day! It’s a fabulous time to plant a tree or two, and to celebrate the trees we already have. Have you ever reached your arms around a tree