January 10th, 2025

Snowfall trickles like magic upon the wind. I barely remember the joy of being a child in the snow, but I have seen that joy many times. This time a vole scurried across a child’s shoe as the snow fell, seeking shelter in the reeds from the prying footsteps of humans. This is a magnificent time of year for finding wildlife and guiding young humans through the process of experiencing winter. Get out and enjoy. Find tracks. Follow them as closely as you can, for as far as you can. Get lost in a thicket, but not too lost. I know I will.