Spring Signs Abundant Now

  Signs of spring are abundant now.  Geese are nesting, violets and ground ivy are scattering hints of purple, turtles are coming out bask and muskrats are flirting.

Yes, spring is definitely in the air.

Enjoy!


~ Robin

Painted Ladies Nesting

There were several female painted turtles out nesting last night.  Watch for them!

Enjoy!

~ Robin 

P.S.  Stop by and say 'Hello' at the New Hope Farmers Market tomorrow!

Dealing with the Delay

Many Minnesotans have been dealing with a late spring with humor.  

Some are not dealing so well.                                                                                                                                                                              

And some have decided to just carry on regardless. 

Enjoy!

~ Robin

Snappy Mama

Early morning a female common snapping turtle was busy near the creek path.  She was laying her eggs.  Her young have many predators nearby.  She herself can be 'harvested' by humans once her carapace length is greater than 30.5 cm (12 in.)   Many people think turtle meat is tasty.  I remember eating turtle as a child in Southeastern MN.


Enjoy!


~ Robin  

Mean while, Near the Bridge ...

Perhaps I should say UNDER the bridge.  Barn swallows are busy with nests.  See the mud nest at the top of the photo just left of the lit beam?  If you look carefully, you can see one flying in the shadow on his way out.

Below the bridge, a muskrat was gathering.

Lots of sunshine.  Hope you had a chance to ...

Enjoy!

~ Robin