First is the back yard, with a blue heron walking through, rarely, and lots of birds on the feeder that is suspended from a wire.

Every branch, twig, and evergreen leaf sported a white brushstroke before snow changed to freezing rain.

"Robins hold an almost revered place as heralds of spring, but I can't help but unmask them as frauds," columnist Greg ...

As we head into the heart of winter it’s high-time we lend a hand to our feathered friends, especially those that might be ...

Retired teacher Larry Weber, of Barnum, is the author of “Butterflies of the North Woods" and “Spiders of the North Woods," among other books. Reach him via Katie Rohman at [email protected].

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This is an easy walk through the forest right in the heart of Lincoln City. The group will look for year-round residents like the Downy Woodpecker, as well as wintering sparrows.

Local residents are being asked to join millions around the globe taking part in the 2025 Great Backyard Bird Count. Held ...

Winter is an excellent time to spot woodpeckers like the downy and red-bellied varieties, as these industrious birds often are active in the coldest months. Known for their persistence and energy ...

or Bluesky (@Bowmanoutside). DALE’S MAILBAG “The wife and I spotted two pileated woodpeckers, along the Sag Valley Trail (Yellow Trail) near Swallow Cliffs [on Jan. 25]. . . . They were in the ...