Bird banding is one of the most important methods scientists use to keep tabs on bird populations. The birds fly into delicate mist nets, are carefully disentangled by trained researchers and volunteers, then weighed, banded, and released. If and when the birds are re-captured, their bands tell us how old they are, when and where…
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Florida State Parks – Dade Battlefield
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park is known for the battle that started the Second Seminole War. Almost 200 years ago, in 1835, 108 U.S. soldiers were ambushed on what is now the park grounds, leaving only three alive to tell the tale. Every January, a reenactment commemorates the event and teaches visitors about Florida history….
One World, Two Feet – Springs of the Suwannee River
The Suwannee River is known for the many springs, both large and small, that flow into its waters. One of my favorite things to do is boat up and down the banks, searching for both the named and unnamed springs. Pictured here is one such small one. See other One World, Two Feet posts here!
E. Zambello Writing and Art 