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Afton State Park phenology, March 6 to 12
Increasing open water draws many of the first migrating birds to return to the river.
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Afton State Park phenology, February 27 to March 5
Hours of daylight have been gained since the winter solstice, and it shows.
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Afton State Park phenology, February 13 to 26
The first migrating birds are finding their way back north while maple sap will soon start running.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 30 to February 12
Mild weather may bring out several species of mammals and even bees.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 16 to 29
Sun dogs in the sky and skunks on the prowl.
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Wisconsin DNR seeking public input on beaver management
Comments sought and informational meetings scheduled in advance of Jan. 31 deadline.
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Afton State Park phenology December 19, 2025 to January 1, 2026
Current events make great topics for holiday conversations.
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Afton State Park phenology, Dec. 5 to 18
Ducks and geese linger at open water, coyotes and foxes compete and coexist.
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The surprising recovery of once-rare birds
It’s not every day that you see a 4-foot-tall bird, but it’s happening more often.
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Afton State Park phenology, November 7 to November 20
Meteor showers, shades of gray squirrels, the two types of aspen, and more.
