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Sierra is Scared of Snakes
When we mention snakes could be around during programs at the Nature Center, a lot of people seem to cringe or have a little internal freak-out. This isn’t just the case here, but everywhere I go it seems somebody
What's the Recipe for a Wildflower Meadow?
A story by Barbara Moss, on environmental influencers Melanie and Zak Scheer. This article is also featured in the December 1, 2023, issue of The Ripple. Click here to learn more and subscribe to
Change Agents: Beth and Bob Staggenborg
A story by Bebe Raupe, on environmental influencers Beth and Bob Staggenborg. This article is also featured in the November 3, 2023, issue of The Ripple. Click here to learn more and subscribe to
A Popular Native Tree
A story by Sydney Wissmann. This article is also featured in the October 18 2023, Now in Nature. One of the most picturesque spots at the Nature Center isn't very far off the trails—in fact, it's just a few steps
Backpack of Memories
By Environmental Interpretation Intern Rhea Curlee for the October 4, 2023 issue of Now in Nature. Think of your earliest memories of the natural world like a backpack that you carry. Is your backpack filled with
Accidental Pumpkin Farmers
By Environmental Interpretation Intern Rhea Curlee for the September 20, 2023 issue of Now in Nature. “Let’s see what happens!” I said to my husband, as descendants of last year’s
Meet an Influencer: Connecting People to Protect Nature
A story by Connie O'Connor, on environmental influencer Bob Rack. This article is also featured in the October 6, 2023, issue of The Ripple. Click here to learn more and subscribe to this monthly