Drawn by Nature: Chickadee, squirrel brains expand for food caches
"In the realm of natural-world wonders, some animals can expand their brains when needed," writes Lisa Meyers McClintick.
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Saint John's Pottery forges community
How Richard Bresnahan shares ancient art, intentional stewardship, open hospitality, and builds a community around the hearth.
Community Voices ⎸ See Minnesota's fall colors from above
"The autumn season offers an example of how to change gracefully," writes Erica Dischino.
Artist Kent Estey listens to his heart
"I trust myself, and I listen to what my heart tells me I should paint," he said of his work.
Drawn by Nature: Seeds are mini marvels of design
Hand-collect seeds for affordable, biodiverse gardening, writes Lisa Meyers McClintick.
Poems that bring nature to life
Check out two pieces from 'You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World.'
Community Voices ⎸ How nature invites us home
"I didn’t know why, but I felt alive in wild places," writes Alex Blondeau.
Drawn by Nature: Merlin app identifies unseen birds
Technology boosts appreciation for unseen singers, writes Lisa Meyers McClintick.
Community Voices ⎸ What happens when we make art with found materials
Project Optimist staff and readers are inspired by Mary Jo Hoffman to create art using found natural materials.