Farm Ponds
Doreen Maurer ZANESVILLE, Ohio - Farm ponds are not only a water source for livestock and used for irrigation, but they also provide a habitat for wildlife. A well-managed farm pond can be an asset to the environment as well as a suitable habitat for wildlife. A healthy farm pond can also increase the value of property.
Migration: A Bird’s Journey
Doreen Maurer ZANESVILLE, Ohio - When I plan to take a trip, it seems like there are a million things to do to get ready. Packing is one thing that I dread. So many decisions to be made - is it going to be cold, will it be hot, will it rain, should I pack this or should I leave that. The decisions go on and on and this is just to pack! Sometimes I wish I could travel like a bird.
DUNG BIRD’S NEST FUNGUS - What is it?
Doreen Maurer ZANESVILLE, Ohio - I want to tell you about something creepy that I found hanging out with the cabbage in my raised garden bed. It looks like a cup full of eggs. My first thought was, “what type of creepy, crawly creature left this in my garden”? My newfound curiosity led me to Google Lens. Low and behold, it’s a type of mushroom known as the dung bird’s nest fungus. This fungus is the size of a tiny bead and grows in clusters. As I look closer, I can see why it’s called dung bird’s nest fungus.
How does water quality affect you?
Doreen Maurer ZANESVILLE, Ohio - Is there such a thing as a perfect world? Probably not. Can we help bring the world closer to perfection? Yes, I believe we can. Water is a resource that each of us can learn about to help make the quality of our environment a step closer to perfection. I know it is hard for one person to make a difference, but when we join in our efforts, changes can happen.
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