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Birding — also known as “birdwatching” and, across the Pond, “twitching” — began as a lethal contact sport. When John James Audubon traveled the countryside … Continue reading
Stargazing has been tough for the past few months. Precipitation is the culprit, with a new record set for the number of rainy days this … Continue reading
Don’t miss a golden opportunity to pick up some locally sourced native plants while supporting the efforts of the Friends of Buford Park and Mount … Continue reading
With the vernal equinox just passed, lengthening days coupled with warmer temperatures means the rapid appearance of first blooms on the wildflowers of the Willamette … Continue reading
Planning is one of the most important elements of gardening. It is also one of the easiest steps to overlook, especially for the beginner. Knowing … Continue reading
For the past six months or so, some animal has been digging holes next to the path along the ponds on the east side of … Continue reading
What’s the most cost-effective crop you can grow in a small space? Many commercial growers agree that it’s culinary herbs, and I think this may … Continue reading
February is a very interesting month for the Willamette Valley. Although it’s midwinter in the northern hemisphere, we have spring activity gearing up, with expectations … Continue reading
The natural world has its regular rhythms disrupted by natural disasters like ice storms, much the way human environments change. Incense cedar trees have proven … Continue reading
Significant rain in early October is a boon to gardeners who value the fall gardening season. This goes in spades for those of us who … Continue reading