October

From Gourd to Birdhouse

Build a different kind of birdhouse!

Leaves, Leaves Everywhere

You've raked them, jumped in them, raked them some more...now what should you do with all those leaves?

October Phenology

Watch for the endangered whooping cranes to begin migrating.

red oak leaves at Havenwoods State Forest - photo by Beth Mittermaier

Why do leaves change color?

While you were playing in the hot sun during summer vacation the trees on the streets, in the parks, and it the forests were working hard to keep you cool. They need a rest!