Monthly Archives: January 2015
What is Detritus?
Detritus is debris or waste of any kind. When we think specifically of detritus in lakes and wetlands we think of the undecayed organic matter of plants and animals. It is this that is typically the main source of nutrients … Continue reading
West Bay Cane Bed Flight
The West Bay Cane Beds in Lake Poygan have been in decline for decades, but the last decade has been particularly unkind. The beds are rapidly eroding from wave and ice action. The beds are now so small that a … Continue reading
What is a Forb?
A Forb is a herbaceous or non-woody plant that is not a grass, sedge, or rush (graminoids), so practically all wildflowers fall into that category. “Wildflower” is a loose term in itself and could be said to include roses, which … Continue reading
Mouse Tunnels in the Snow
Winter finally showed up and dropped a little snow, but the temperatures fell much harder. For the last several days the temperature has dipped below freezing, so what little snow we got is going to stay with us for awhile. … Continue reading