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Afton State Park phenology, March 21 to 28
Meadowlarks sing of spring on the prairies as skunk cabbage emerges in the woods.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 14th to 20th
The equinox approaches and winter’s grip begins to break.
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The Karner blues: Endangered butterfly barely survives along St. Croix River as similar species also struggle
Karner blue butterflies are a poster child for insect conservation in the era of climate disruption and habitat restoration.
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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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Minnesota DNR invites public comment to shape offerings at new Keystone Woods Wildlife Management Area
State accepting input on options for amenities and opportunities at new 1,820-acre wildlife area.
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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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Federal government proposes endangered species protection for monarch butterflies
Officials announce findings that iconic butterfly is imperiled by habitat loss, pesticides, and more.
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Afton State Park phenology, November 22 to December 5
Turkeys are trotting and whitetail deer bucks are showing off antlers.
