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Archives for March 2021

When Dead Doesn’t Mean Dead

March 30, 2021

by Lawanda Jungwirth A dead tree is never entirely dead even though it may seem that way at first glance. Observe a dead tree for a while, and you will see that it is teeming with life. The healthiest, most biologically diverse forests have a good share of dead trees, broken tops, and downed logs … [Read more...]

Monarch Numbers Drop to Below 2017-2018 Levels

March 23, 2021

Monarch Status Something unbelievable has happened to the monarch butterfly population. Due to the extreme climate conditions, the loss of milkweed habitat in the United States and Canada, and deforestation of Mexico, the monarchs’ status dropped to below the 2017-2018 levels. Illegal … [Read more...]

Women’s History Month

March 16, 2021

It's Women's History Month. Since 1987, Women's History Month has been observed during March in the United States. This year's theme is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society. History of Women's History Month The actual celebration of Women’s History Month grew out … [Read more...]

WOFVA Chapter Plant Sale Orders Due March 31, 2021

March 14, 2021

Are you starting to get excited about spring and getting out in your yard? Digging in the dirt? Planting new plants, trees, and shrubs? Are you asking yourself what you can do for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators? Then you should know about the Wild Ones Fox Valley Area Chapter’s annual … [Read more...]

Developing a Naturally Landscaped Yard

March 9, 2021

When I started to plan my prairie in 1986, I didn’t know what I was doing. In fact, I’m not even certain I understood what was a native plant. I learned about the benefit/necessity of surveying my property from Don Vorpahl. Don was one of the first native-landscape designers in Wisconsin and an … [Read more...]

Train Women

March 8, 2021

March is Women’s History Month, and International Women's Day of 2021 is March 8th. As you know, I am a steam-railroad fan. I love riding on trains. What better way than having an All-female steam crew to help Strasburg Rail Road mark International Women’s Day. On the Strasburg (Pennsylvania) … [Read more...]

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