Category Archives: Wild Things

Mute Swans

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Ed Mitchell

Yesterday, on my way to the beach, I found a mute swan on the road. Most likely it flew into the electrical wires across the street. Perhaps she was momentarily blinded by the low angle of the sun. These are … Continue reading →

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Horseshoe Crabs

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Ed Mitchell

Saw a horseshoe crab this morning. That’s about 8 weeks early. Crazy. Here in New England, I expect to see them beginning in late May, along sandy protected beaches during the new and full moons. At high tide they push in … Continue reading →

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Our Mild Winter: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly

Posted on March 25, 2012 by Ed Mitchell

Man, what a mild/dry winter. Right now, here in Rhode Island, March is 10 degrees above normal. Astounding! What’s good about that? Well unless you’re a skier, the extraordinary mild winter brought with it beaucoup benefits. You saved a bundle on heating. You didn’t shovel your driveway. … Continue reading →

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Vernal Pools

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Ed Mitchell

Vernal pools supply a fascinating and transitory habitat, that signals the arrival of spring in the forest. Essential small wetlands, these pools hold water often from rain or snow melt. Typically they disappear by summer. So why “Vernal”? Vernal refers to the … Continue reading →

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Love of the Land

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Ed Mitchell

Crazy about being outdoors? Live for the wind and the tide?  Then embrace our planet amigo; never, ever take it for granted.  Lets work to keep things wild…… Like to see more images of Ireland? Follow this link.

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