Feb 26: Consistent days of 38-43 degree weather and sunshine could mean syruping season is coming up

Feb 21: Wolves and coyotes are coming into estrus. During wolf track surveys, NLDC staff found raised-leg urination spots  that had hints of blood in them, meaning wolves will be mating soon.

Jan 8:  White-winged crossbills have been seen in flocks around the Northwoods, seems like a good irruption year for the species

Jan 1:  Poor snow conditions, but still better than last year's winter. Ground is covered in a 3-4 inches of ice and 1-2 inches of snow on top. Statehouse lake has 8-10 inches of ice.