What began with hiking and a birdsong book has led to two high-school-aged boys holding their own with some of the top birdwatchers in the state.
Tag: Birds
Spring Buds and Wildlife
Spring is a special time in Nebraska. For wildlife, the arrival of new growth means food, shelter and a signal that it’s time to get moving.
Piping Plover 274
Beyond surviving thunderstorms and attracting many admirers, there’s something else special about Plover 274.
Box Butte Reservoir for Outdoor Lovers
Story and photos by Justin Haag Long before the Niobrara River carries the multitudes of tubers and kayakers in north-central Nebraska, it entertains a variety of outdoor enthusiasts at a recreational hot spot in the Panhandle. This far west, where the river would be better described as a creek, stands […]
Encountering Young Wildlife in Spring
If you find a fawn or baby bird, here are a few things to consider when encountering young wildlife this spring.
Spring Cleaning for Wildlife
Before you start raking, pruning or clearing debris, take a moment to consider how your spring-cleaning efforts could impact local wildlife.