Monthly Archives: September 2020

Signs of Fall 1: Fire!

(Click here to listen to an audio version of this blog!) Fire is a long standing, deeply historical event in the grassland and forest ecosystems of western North America. Many of these ecosystems have, in fact, been shaped by fire … Continue reading

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Signs of Summer 16: HAB’s on The Plains!

(Click here to listen to an audio version of this blog!) I have written about Harmful Algae Blooms (HAB’s) a number of times before. These HAB’s include the noxious red tides on the Florida coast ( Signs of Winter 2, … Continue reading

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Signs of Summer 15: Colorado Squirrels!

(Click here to listen to an audio version of this blog!) Last week I talked about the trees in my yard. This week I want to record my observations on the squirrels that live in and feed on those trees! … Continue reading

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Signs of Summer 14: The View From My New Window

(Click here to listen to an audio version of this blog!) I have set up my writing desk next to a large, double window that looks out onto my new back yard. This space is more confined and more restricted … Continue reading

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