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COLUMN:
Frogs have unique ways to beat the wintertime blues
Over half of frog's body can be frozen solid, yet critical functions continue to take place, explains columnist of some frogs' unique approach to winter slumber
Nov 18, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Why do they put those pesky stickers on fresh fruit?
Sticker's adhesive, ink, inability to be composted is a 'serious' problem that Ontario and Canadian organizations are attempting to tackle, says columnist
Nov 11, 2024 7:30 AM
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Plague of grackles an intimidating sight to behold
Flock behaviour fascinating thing to witness, says columnist, who felt like he was amid stampede of horses when thousands of birds flew toward him
Nov 4, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
These prolific berries may not be as sweet as they appear
Dragon berries, also known as poke berries, are one of the rare native plants that are now being monitored as a potential invasive threat, says columnist
Oct 28, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Birds don't have much reason to sing in October
Don't be alarmed, says columnist; that quiet you hear is a rather normal phenomenon at this time of the year
Oct 21, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Nights spent outdoors can be quite illuminating
There are lots of things to keep in mind when your 'night vision' kicks in when you are in the great outdoors after sundown, says columnist
Oct 15, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
It's mushroom season, so here's what you need to know
Rather than getting hung up on identifications, columnist suggests you enjoy your fall walk by looking for abundance and diversity of fungi
Oct 7, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Most popular use of yellow buckeye nuts is, well, nuts
Outdoors columnist set out on fact-finding mission about this hard-shelled fruit
Sep 30, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Emergence of 'heavenly flowers' signals summer's end
Little-known gentian flowers have been referenced by Shakespeare and romanticized, but keep an eye out for poison ivy while looking for these blue gems
Sep 23, 2024 7:30 AM
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COLUMN:
Talking turkey may be death sentence for snakes
As wild turkey population has grown in our region, population of snakes has plummeted, making the sight of a snake a thrill, says columnist
Sep 16, 2024 7:30 AM
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