Outdoors
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Five books to inspire green thumbs
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, it always helps to have a little guidance and inspiration. These new books from book ... -
Time’s a’wastin’: Paddling the BWCA, better two than none
“At sunrise, the lake is mirror-calm; blue sky and mixed clouds reflect on the water. A pair of loons swims close; inspects us. The ... -
Wisconsin free fun weekend starts Saturday
By Lori C. Adler Reporter June 1-2 is Free Fun Weekend in Wisconsin, and what that means is Wisconsin residents and visitors alike can ... -
Because it’s there: Paddling the wilds of Boundary Waters
“To paddle the lakes of the Boundary Waters is to take more than a canoe trip, it is to take a journey to lands ... -
Clean Boats, Clean Waters workshops offered in Oneida County
Star Journal Report The Oneida County Land and Water Conservation Department is offering free workshops to anyone interested in learning how to stop the ... -
Humans pollute, fish and wildlife pay the price
By the Masked Biologist Special to the Star Journal If you are one of my regular readers, you likely know that clean water is ... -
Education, inspiration and stewardship in the Northwoods: North Lakeland Discovery Center
A place to learn, grow and connect to nature Story and photos by Lori C. Adler Enriching lives and connecting people to the Northwoods ... -
Critter of the Month: sandhill crane
Living on the Lake report The sandhill crane is a large migratory bird that spends its winters in Florida but can be found from ... -
Small, medium and large; lists for all occasions
By Mitch Mode Special to the Star Journal I am a keeper of lists. Mundane lists: a “To Do” list, one on my work ... -
Against the odds
By Mitch Mode Special to the Star Journal “In a year you’ll be old enough to vote and the world will be a better ...
