Saturday, August 25, 2012

Dog Days of Summer

The "dog days of summer" refers to the time between July 3rd and August 11th, when the days are long and humid and there's a feeling of inactivity or stagnation. 

Most dogs I know don't pay attention to the calendar.

I hope you're enjoying the dog days of summer, whether it's vacationing, visiting family or friends, or sitting under a tree with a great book and a pitcher of your favorite icy drink.



Friday, August 10, 2012

THE GREAT BEE COUNT! August 11, 2012

Some people count money.
Some people enjoy counting crows.

Saturday, August 11th, spend 15 minutes outside and count bees.
Be a part of the NATIONAL GREAT BEE COUNT!

The project has been gathering information since 2008 and now boasts the largest single body of data about bee pollination in North America.
"We want people to report what they see."
Bees need help surviving in the modern world.

*Photo credit:
 Susan Taylor Brown