Phenology is the biological nature of events as they relate to climate. Each week John Latimer takes a close look at the blooms and changes happening in nature and considers how the timing measures up to past years. In our talkbacks from listeners, we heard from one of our favorite young phenologists this week - August from Shevlin reported many things including the birds he heard while berry picking and the loss of almost 35 minutes of sunlight since his last report! John goes in depth in his weekly report as he discusses blooms, berries, bears, birds and more. Did you know a plant called spotted touch-me-not can be used to alleviate poison ivy? John did. Listen to the links to learn even more cool things!
As always, we love to hear what our listeners are noticing out in nature. Give us a call at 218.999.9876 and let us know what is happening around your place. You can also send an email directly to John. Either way, we want to hear from you!
If you love this stuff, please consider becoming a member of KAXE/KBXE Northern Community Radio. We couldn't bring you this kind of programming without the financial support from our community. Also, be sure to check out our KAXE-KBXE Season Watch Page on Facebook. If you dig phenology, you'll dig the Season Watch page!
If you are a teacher or work with kids, you are invited to join the Phenology Network on KAXE/KBXE! John has created a curriculum spanning the whole school year and will connect with you on how to get your students observing nature and sending in their phenology reports. Send an emailof interest along to get set up!
Listen to KAXE/KBXE Northern Community Radio every Tuesday morning for the full phenology show.
