Searching for Sol LeWitt

…invisible, an art in which other people build according to your designs. This experience may be one reason LeWitt rejected the personality culture of Abstract Expressionism and searched instead for…

My Connecticut River, cont…

…in town. I fondly recall one festival day when the temperature didn’t rise above 0° F. We froze on the ferry that was plying the river in search of eagles;…

Estuary for Young Readers #13

This article appears in the Spring 2024 issue\n\n \n\n Tales of a Connecticut River Ferryman’s Son\n\n Story and illustrations by Leslie Tryon\n\n Chapter 13: Crossing the Rappahannock\n\n “So, how?” Lieutenant…

Headwaters

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A Rude Awakening and Call to Action

A Rude Awakening and Call to Action “These bird losses are a strong signal that our human-altered landscapes are losing their ability to support birdlife.” –Ken Rosenberg, Cornell’s conservation scientist…

A Rude Awakening and Call to Action

A Rude Awakening and Call to Action “These bird losses are a strong signal that our human-altered landscapes are losing their ability to support birdlife.” –Ken Rosenberg, Cornell’s conservation scientist…

A Rude Awakening and Call to Action

A Rude Awakening and Call to Action “These bird losses are a strong signal that our human-altered landscapes are losing their ability to support birdlife.” –Ken Rosenberg, Cornell’s conservation scientist…

Dam Removals

…slow, deliberate education is the best course of action. With patience, we have been able to garner the support of communities, which have been universally pleased with the final outcomes….

Organic Bounty from Windsor Soils

…May to October. Loyal customers obtain produce through a buyer’s program, similar to a traditional Community Supported Agriculture arrangement, that provides flexibility and value for members while generating beneficial early-season…

Last of the Legendary Watermen

…a raft don’t. You feel mighty free and easy and comfortable on a raft.” As hard as he could be on riverine wildlife, Oliver LaPlace was kind to his own…

The Hunter-Conservationist

…town of Topsham, Vermont, but it also includes acreage in Groton, Newbury, and Ryegate. It is one of 100 examples of hunter commitment to wildlife habitat conservation in the state….

Field Notes from the Osprey’s Garden

…of Great Island and deliver the menhaden to the nests. Spiritual freedom is found in the tideland; it is a separate world, beyond private property. The bright blue sky is…

Casting About: The Eightmile River

This article appears in the Spring 2024 issue\n\n The Eightmile River\n\n Story and Photos by Ed Mitchell\n\n Frequently hidden from view, the Eightmile River and its East Branch ramble through…

Mother Trees

…the mother trees. Mother trees are the biggest and oldest trees in the forest. They are at the center of a complicated communications network between all trees. They can be…

From the Publisher- On My Mind…

…examples, training, and hands-on research to inspire good stewardship of the watershed’s resources. Federal and state agencies are collaborating with private and nonprofit groups to the advantage of the entire…

The Marsh Wren

…and breaks out into a soaring, bubbly music; and the singer is an inspiration to the eye, as well. The male bird perches high upon a stalk with legs splayed…

One Photograph: Birds? Why BIRDS?

…better by the rocking of one’s stomach or the smart of salt spray. But there was one bracing compensation: the close company of Ospreys, sailing over on their huge kinked…

Wildlife Wonders: Are Coyotes Living Near You?

…speaking very highly of these species because they deserve to be spoken very highly about.” We should all be thankful we have dedicated people like Furvey, working in our Fish…