Stan Tekiela is talking to us about something we take for granted this time of year: pumpkins! I would like to tell you about something so common and ubiquitous in our American culture that I am sure you don’t think about it as being very special....
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In today’s post, we propose a festive meal from Julia Rutland’s Homestyle Kitchen cookbook. From the Classic French Onion Soup as a starter to the Peanut Butter Pie for dessert, we are sure your entire family will love it. Classic French Onion Soup (makes 6-8 servings) Ingredients 3...
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Critters of Iowa is a wildlife pocket guide for children that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Wildlife biologist Alex Troutman introduces some of the wonderful critters found in Iowa. The book includes 22 mammals, 25 birds, and 17 reptiles and amphibians. Each species is showcased...
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Stan Tekiela has been spending a lot of time improving the habitat on his 30-acre lake property, with the goal to provide nesting opportunities for as many bird species as possible. Since he put up a great horned owl nesting platform three years ago, lo...
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Arizona is a great place for wildflower enthusiasts! From high mountains with cool pine forests and refreshing streams to the driest and hottest deserts, Arizona is home to a unique variety of wonderful wildflowers. In their field guide, Wildflowers of Arizona, Nora Bowers, Rick Bowers, and Stan...
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Stan Tekiela shares with us why the double-crested cormorant is an example of a bird species that’s disliked by many people. See if he can change your mind! We people love to assign blame or shame, no matter the situation, and this includes our view of...
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Get to know the wild side of Texas! Critters of Texas is a wildlife pocket guide for children that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters of the Lone Star State. If an animal is in...
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Readers will be spellbound by Monsters of the Northeast: True Tales of Bigfoot, Vampires, and Other Legendary Creatures. Authors Jessica Freeburg and Natalie Fowler, two paranormal investigators, bring 24 chilling stories to life in their latest book. Vampires prey upon family members from beyond the grave. A monstrous dog...
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Bird-watching in West Virginia is even more enjoyable with Stan Tekiela’s famous Birds of West Virginia Field Guide. In springtime, lots of birds visit West Virginia backyards and beyond! The easy-to-use Birds of West Virginia Field Guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information, helps...
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This fall, get to know the wild side of Iowa! Critters of Iowa is a wildlife pocket guide for children that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters of the Hawkeye State. If an animal is in...
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