Discover Nature Notes

Woodpecker Superpowers

Peg Craft

Oct 26, 2020

A third eyelid, toes that point in opposite directions, and a jackhammer-like beak help woodpeckers feed and build their tree homes. Discover woodpecker superpowers and how you can help them in this week's Discover Nature Note.

The Sounds of Fall

Peg Craft

Oct 19, 2020

The Sounds Of Fall: Fall is a sensory delight. And not just for the eyes and nose. The sounds of fall are as distinct as its sights and smells. Explore the sounds and sights of fall in this week's Discover Nature Note.

Hiking for Health and Happiness

Peg Craft

Oct 12, 2020

Hike your way to health and happiness with this week's Discover Nature Note.

Woolly Bears and Winter

Peg Craft

Oct 04, 2020

Woolly bears go on the move in search of a winter's den. Check out these winter predicting caterpillars of folklore in this week's Discover Nature Note.

Understanding Copperheads

Peg Craft

Sep 28, 2020

Discover how to identify and deal with copperheads in this week's Discover Nature Note.

Stripes, Speed, and Super Fun

Peg Craft

Sep 20, 2020

Thirteen-lined ground squirrels are the feature attraction in this week's Discover Nature Note. Watch them in action before they head underground for the winter.

Top 5 Fall Hikes

Peg Craft

Sep 13, 2020

Take a hike this fall and enjoy some spectacular Missouri scenery. Check out our top five trail picks in this week's Discover Nature Note.

Painted Ladies

Peg Craft

Sep 06, 2020

Painted Lady butterflies span the globe, eat thistle, and have irruptive migrations seen around September wildflowers. See the fruits of their labor in this week's Discover Nature Note.