NatureSmart columnist Stan Tekiela reflects on the solitary, soil-shaping woodchuck – its habits, hibernation, and unexpected charm.
Browsing: Outdoors
Rated for beauty, quiet, accessibility and challenge, these loops offer lakeside views, shade, solitude – and plenty of miles.
Peonies burst into fleeting bloom at Eden Prairie’s Cummins House, offering a glimpse into a century-old local garden legacy.
Firefly Viewing Nights return to the Arboretum with evening hikes, expert talks, and a rare chance to see lightning bugs.
Wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela searches for the elusive Eastern whip-poor-will, a well-camouflaged bird in steep decline.
Western grebes dazzle during photo tour with rare, rushing courtship dance – a thrilling display on open water.
Bryant Lake in Eden Prairie is one of the lakes the DNR regularly stocks with tiger muskie. The public may give input at a May 28 webinar or through other means.
Community input is being sought for an Eden Prairie lot that will be converted into a native pollinator garden.
Bicyclists decorated their bikes and helmets, practiced with bus racks, got safety advice and received trail maps even when the event moved indoors.
Forest Hills Elementary expands outdoor learning with trails, gardens, and nature programs that connect students to the natural world.