10 Signs of a Long, Hard Winter on the Way10 Signs of a Long, Hard Winter on the WayIt's mid-August and I've already seen my fair share of fall signs from Mother Nature.AbbeyAbbey
Did You Know Prickly Pear Cactus Grow Wild in Minnesota?Did You Know Prickly Pear Cactus Grow Wild in Minnesota?The western prickly pear can grow to be close to a foot tall, and its defining features are broad and flat growths, that bloom yellow flowers from late June to early July. AbbeyAbbey
If You See this Plant on Your Property, Remove It ImmediatelyIf You See this Plant on Your Property, Remove It ImmediatelyBoth species of buckthorn found in Minnesota are non-native and invasive.AdamAdam
Minnesota Caterpillar’s Coloring Predicts the Upcoming WinterMinnesota Caterpillar’s Coloring Predicts the Upcoming WinterAccording to folklore, the coloring of this cute little bug can help predict winter weather forecasts.AbbeyAbbey
Threatened Species of Turtle Spotted in SartellThreatened Species of Turtle Spotted in SartellThe Blanding's turtle is easily identified by its bright yellow chin and yellow flecked, dome shaped shell. It's been a threatened species since 1984.AbbeyAbbey
Minnesota “Fairytale” Road Trip Includes Two Stops in St. CloudMinnesota “Fairytale” Road Trip Includes Two Stops in St. CloudLooking for a summer road trip that will excite your inner child? This fairytale road trip through Minnesota includes two stops in St. Cloud. AbbeyAbbey
Minnesota DNR Looking for People to Monitor Loons This SummerMinnesota DNR Looking for People to Monitor Loons This SummerThe Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for help monitoring loons on lakes again this summer.AbbeyAbbey
Pussy Willows Have Bloomed in St. Cloud, Here is What That MeansPussy Willows Have Bloomed in St. Cloud, Here is What That MeansI had my dog on a walk Friday afternoon and noticed that the pussy willow trees had bloomed overnight in my neighborhood.AbbeyAbbey
MN Videographer Captures a Sea Cave Collapsing on Lake SuperiorMN Videographer Captures a Sea Cave Collapsing on Lake SuperiorA videographer caught an amazing video of an ice sea cave collapsing on Lake Superior. AbbeyAbbey
New Bill Aims to Stop Commercial Turtle Harvesting In MinnesotaNew Bill Aims to Stop Commercial Turtle Harvesting In MinnesotaThe main argument for the end of commercial harvesting of turtles has to do with sustainability. AbbeyAbbey
Keep an Eye Out for ‘Snow Fleas’ in Minnesota YardsKeep an Eye Out for ‘Snow Fleas’ in Minnesota YardsYou know when you see a melting snowbank in the spring, and it's dotted with dirt and debris? Some of those tiny black specs are actually snow fleas.AbbeyAbbey
MN DNR Eagle Camera Up and Running for 2021MN DNR Eagle Camera Up and Running for 2021The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Eaglecam is now streaming for the 2021 nesting season. AbbeyAbbey