Track the 2026 Hummingbird Migration

Who doesn’t enjoy a hummingbird? These little creatures defy the odds as they migrate from Mexico to Canada, while entertaining bird watchers along the way. Track their progress courtesy of Hummingbird Central.

Robins, Hummingbirds & Eagles = 3 Things!

- Facts about robins - Hummingbird migration. Facts and map. - Eagle cam!

Art & Advocacy Builds Freeman Park Community

If you’ve spent time in Freeman Park, chances are you’ve noticed — and perhaps paused to admire — the beautifully crafted bench that blends art and function. The bench was designed, built, and donated by Barry Brown, a dedicated advocate for Freeman Park.

Deer in the Headlights: Managing the Herd

Deer are everywhere. They are beautiful or destructive, depending on what is (or was) growing on your property. To make cohabitation with humans less conflictive while keeping the herd healthy, the DNR and local cities recognize the need for management. SCA first published this article last year.

Pando: The Quaking Aspen Titan

Aspens, known for brilliant shades of gold and yellow, create some of the most stunning fall foliage displays. Anyone who enjoys the beauty of quaking aspens may be a fan of “Pando,” a massive clonal colony of a single male quaking aspen located in south-central Utah.

Droning Out Mosquitoes: MMCD’s New Aerial Advantage

The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) has proven its value treating for mosquitos, fleas and ticks. Now, MMCD technicians are leading the way for drone surveillance and treatment.

Bees Are Safe-Invasive Species, Not So Much

In a progressive leap forward, the city of Shorewood is developing a vegetation management plan. The extensive document will focus on invasive species, “including management of buckthorn, field and park turf, emerald ash borer (EAB), park and ROW trees, invasive species, and more.”

Suburban Coyotes: A Balance of Nature

The healthy coyote population in the western suburbs reflects their adaptability in spite of environmental changes, housing developments, and evolving ecosystems. Some people consider these mammals a sign of a balanced natural environment. On the flip side, the coyote’s sinister wolf-like appearance, coupled with tales of attacks on small pets, can cause plenty of angst.

The Regional Trail: Ash Borer Brings Drastic Change

The Hennepin County Rail Authority is currently removing diseased and dead ash trees along the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail corridor in Shorewood. Work began the week of December 6, 2021, and aims to address the threat posed by the invasive emerald ash borer.

Freeman Park’s First Year of Change

Prof. Mike Schuster and his team of researchers from the University of Minnesota are studying alternative buckthorn management strategies in Freeman Park's western section. This research focuses on methods aimed at exhausting the plant without relying on herbicides.

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