A Price to be Paid
When it comes to grain production, Iowa ranks high in several categories. For example, Iowa is 1st in the US in corn production and 2nd in soybean production. Almost 75% of the total acres in the …
Caching Food for Winter/Leaving California/New Website
Ten days ago, my seasonal position with the National Park Service at Point Reyes National Seashore ended. I packed and headed home to Iowa on December 20th. Fortunately, Interstate 80 was clear of snow and ice …
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The Sequoia Tree – The Largest Tree on Earth!
I decided I had better see a little more of California before my job at Point Reyes National Seashore ends. So, I took three vacation days along with Thanksgiving day and my regularly scheduled Friday-off and …
Hiding in Plain Sight
Animals are quite adept at hiding in plain sight. Often while walking, I will scare something up, without having seen it until it is moving away from me. Usually, this is because I am looking, but …