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Archives for August 2022

Walking Stick

August 27, 2022 Elizabeth

We spotted this cool walking stick! We usually see at least one every year. Glad this year was no exception! … [Read more...]

Insects

Deer & Turkeys visit

August 23, 2022 Elizabeth

It was a pretty big day around here! We don't see the deer come into the yard very often but we do have a doe raising twins this year. We've also been visited by some turkeys on occasion. But, today they all showed up to the party! Here's some pics. … [Read more...]

BirdWatching, Summer, White Tail Deer, Wild Turkey

Spring Peeper

August 22, 2022 Elizabeth

Rescued this spring peeper from the egress. Lighter just presented for scale. The peeper was safely released. … [Read more...]

Frogs

Rescued some Herps!

August 10, 2022 Elizabeth

We were out on a toad hunt and had to rescue a few friends from the egress. Tilda loves to put her head in a bucket of frogs, but rest assured no frogs were harmed! We've got an American Toad and 2 Leopard frogs I believe. … [Read more...]

Dogs, Frogs, Toads Tilda

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