Nina Manzi

Afton State Park phenology, August 7 to August 13

Monarchs make first moves toward migration while late season blossoms bloom.

The days of grasshoppers and hummingbirds.

Moth Week starts soon, encouraging everyone to enjoy these overlooked insects.

Summer is still sweet as the season progresses.

Creatures large and small are growing up in the woods, prairies, and waters of the park.

Insects intensifying, baby birds being born, woods fill with flowers.

Many migratory birds are making their way back to the St. Croix Valley.

Life of all kinds emerges from winter’s grip.

Male red-winged blackbirds have returned and owls await hatchlings.

Hours of daylight have been gained since the winter solstice, and it shows.