Clematis Lamppost Climbing vines of flowering clematis soften the granite lamppost and give the appearance of a flowering tree with light purple star-shaped ornaments tapering all the way up to the top, adorned with a glowing lantern at its peak. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Plover site We could hear the sound of peeping on the wind - that of the piping plovers, which made these seaside dunes home for raising their summer brood - but, try as we might, we could not spot the nests of the seabirds among the variety of low grasses and shrubs. Words and images... Continue Reading →
Rabbit path Lewis Carroll must have been wandering down a similar path and encountered little tawny cottontails hopping away to their warren when he imagined how one might get lost in a world of a wonderland. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Nikko blue Chemistry or botany - these beautiful blue flower heads of bigleaf hydrangea come from the proper combination of morning sunlight and afternoon shade, the appropriate balance of moisture, and, most importantly, the correct soil acidity. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Wetland retreat There's plenty of evidence that this wetland was once filled with trees, such as the stand of decaying snags remaining, but there is new life emerging and wildlife making this quiet space their home - the nest of a prey bird is setup in a prime location to hunt fish to feed its... Continue Reading →
Balloon flower Rare is it that flowers evoke the enjoyment of childhood among adults, but between bud and bloom these flower heads appear as pale little balloons upon their stems, however these bring even greater pleasure when they finally burst. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Perfect day So many choices of how to best maximize this amazing day - take the boat for a cruise around the lake, cool off with the over-sized floats just offshore, spend a little time fishing from the dock, paddle out a kayak and visit the loons, watch the water lap the shore from the... Continue Reading →
Knobbed whelk It's easy to understand why larger hermit crabs seek out knobbed whelk shells of this size to make their home - stylish, functional, and the view from the front door is amazing! Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Common Foxglove A naturally beautiful time of year for a wedding when the supple pale pink common foxglove are in bloom amid the bright blue forget-me-nots, and wreathed with precious white bridal spirea. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
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