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Afton State Park phenology, February 14 to 27
Even in the depths of winter, birds bring the first signs of warmer times ahead.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 31 to February 13
The night skies are bright with stars and planets, and signs of life are there for those with a patient eye.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 17 to 30
Woodpeckers are starting seasonal drumming and some songbirds already thinking about spring.
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Afton State Park phenology, January 3 to 16, 2025
The moon versus Mars, and much more.
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Afton State Park phenology, Dec. 20, 2024 to Jan. 2, 2025
The winter solstice arrives with short days and long nights but there’s still plenty to see in the natural world.
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Afton State Park phenology, Dec. 6 to 19
Winter waterfowl, coyotes and foxes, and two notable tree species.
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Afton State Park phenology, November 22 to December 5
Turkeys are trotting and whitetail deer bucks are showing off antlers.
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Afton State Park phenology, Nov. 8 to 21
Winter settles in as wildlife departs for warmer latitudes or slows down for the cold season.
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Afton State Park phenology, October 18 to 24
Raccoons get ready while bugs stay busy as long as the sun shines.
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Afton State Park phenology, October 11 to 17
Ducks and geese follow the St. Croix south, while other creatures hunker down for the winter.
