Glaciers to Gardens

Recently I spent the day as part of the Vermont Master Naturalist Program learning about world history. I don’t mean wars and kings. I mean the movement of continents and glaciers. I mean history where time is measured in eons and eras. We were taught by Craig Heindel, a Vermont hydrogeologist as well as a … Continue reading Glaciers to Gardens

Nature’s Chill: Finding Joy in Winter Evenings

We're on the cusp of the solstice and as unlikely as it seems when the forecast is for snow and frigid weather, the days are going to lengthen. It's nearly dark now at 4:30 and the evenings feel long, especially compared to soft spring days when it's hard to come inside before 8:30 or 9. … Continue reading Nature’s Chill: Finding Joy in Winter Evenings