Lake Michigan Fossils Are a Trip Back in Time
When you hike down the bluff to Lake Michigan, you are taking a trip back…
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Discover Prairie Crayfish in the West Meadows
Recent storms have allowed Schlitz Audubon staff to see a species not often observed on…
The Autumn “Flowers” of Fall Fungi
Fall Fungi comes in many diverse forms, often in striking shapes and colors. Due to…
Summer Insects, Up Close and Personal
Buzzing, flying, crawling summer insects and creatures are abundant currently all around the Center. It’s…
Magnificence of Milkweed and Other Native Plants
Common Milkweed and Butterfly Weed (a type of milkweed) have been two of my favorite…
Patches of Bright Color at the Center
The warmth of July is here! Monarchs have returned, wildflowers are blooming, and Lake Michigan…
Finding Beach Glass Along Lake Michigan in Milwaukee
One of the exciting things about summer is finding treasures along the Lake Michigan shore…
Fireflies Light Up Summer Nights
Fireflies, the glowing beacons of summer, are winged beetles that captivate all ages. As the…
A Long Hike on the Summer Solstice
On the longest day of the year, the summer solstice, I decided to take a…
Late Spring and Early Summer Blooms
Mid-June is a great time to experience late spring and early summer blooms. We are…
A History of Lake Michigan Wildlife
Great Lake Michigan provides habitat for a variety of aquatic wildlife. The cold and deep…