The last Wednesday in May is World Otter Day. There are 13 otter species worldwide, 12 of which are in decline — seven classified as vulnerable, five as endangered — threatened by habitat loss, reduced prey, roadkill, and illegal trade for fur and pets. Otters are keystone species that help regulate fish populations and maintain […]
Since 1992, the Diamond Crest Cemetery in Johnstonville, California (near Susanville in Lassen County), has honored fallen heroes with a stunning tradition known as The Avenue of Flags. Over 300 American flags, generously donated by community members, are proudly displayed twice a year on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Volunteers come together to create this
Tomorrow, May 9th, is World Migratory Bird Day. It started in 1993 as a Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center initiative, picked up UN backing in 2006, and is now observed in over 100 countries. The premise is simple: billions of birds move across hemispheres twice a year, and most people never think about it. This year’s
Apparently today is Bird Day (not to be confused with “National Bird Day” that happens on January 5th). It just so happens I was going to write a post about going to Eagle Lake and looking at birds a couple days ago anyway. This time of year I enjoy going up to Eagle Lake (Lassen
The image captures my favorite old Aermotor in Lassen County, California USA on a late spring afternoon during some very unsettled weather conditions. Just a few miles to the south it was snowing hard enough to coat the road in a white blanket. I liked the way the very late afternoon sun was bathing the