As some of you may know, I’ve spent my last two summers working around the state for the Pennsylvania Bird Atlas. This summer I had the opportunity to spend a few weeks in the Northwest part of the state, an area of the state I haven’t explored too much even though I’ve lived in PA … Continue reading Lessons from Presque Isle and Pymatuning
JVAS Welcomes a New President!
Dear JVAS Community, While I may only have been a part of this community for a few short years now, the people I’ve come to know and the experiences I’ve had make me feel like I’ve been a JVAS member my whole life. I attended my first club meeting back in September of 2023, which … Continue reading JVAS Welcomes a New President!
On the Wings of Winter
Winter has a way of surprising those who are willing to step outside and look closely—and this season has rewarded us generously. What might seem like the quietest time of year has instead delivered moments of real excitement: Snow, Ross’s and Greater-white fronted Geese dropping into local fields, Lapland Longspurs and Snow Buntings flashing up … Continue reading On the Wings of Winter
The Work of Winter
As the last leaves fall and the air sharpens with the promise of winter, I’m reminded how nature has its own quiet celebrations this time of year. The fields and forests may appear still, but listen closely — the gentle “tseet tseet” calls of White-throated Sparrows return, the soft chatter of chickadees brightens the gray … Continue reading The Work of Winter