Events in nature can happen fast! Don't miss out, follow John Latimer's phenology programs to learn what's happening out there each week.
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Recent Segments:
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In this episode, co-hosts Charlie Mitchell and Heidi Holtan learn about leks and look forward to the return of American kestrels.Send us a voice memo through Speak Pipe!Check out the mating dance of the Prairie Chicken (as photographed by KAXE photographer Lorie Shaull) here, or the Sharp-tailed Grouse here. -
Retired wildlife biologist Carrol Henderson's new book explores the legacy of Minnesota's Nongame Wildlife Program. Henderson and KAXE regular Pam Perry shared the story on the KAXE Morning Show.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Feb. 10, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on 'dragon's teeth,' pussywillows and Bald Eagles returning to nests. -
During the week of Feb. 10, 2026, we enjoy reports of waddling skunks, warmer weather and hibernating woodchucks. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds. -
In this episode, co-hosts Charlie Mitchell and Heidi Holtan delight in a report from Northfield and discuss critter superpowers.Send us a voice memo through Speak Pipe! -
During the week of Feb. 3, 2026, we enjoy a students' approximation of Bald Eagles smooching and reports of deep cold. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds. -
In the Phenology Report for the week of Feb. 3, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on groundhog hibernation and the aggressive spirit of muskrats and shrews. -
During the Phenology Report for the week of Jan. 27, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on Ruffed Grouse tracks, Great Horned Owls, and canid mating season. -
In this episode, co-hosts Charlie Mitchell and Heidi Holtan discuss finding solace in nature and the effects of deep cold on invasive species.Send us a voice memo through Speak Pipe! -
During the week of Jan. 27, 2026, we enjoy reports of deep cold and 'sea smoke' on Lake Superior. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds. -
During the Phenology Report for the week of Jan. 20, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on winter porcupines, woodpecker behavior, and aspen flower buds. -
In this episode, Charlie Mitchell and Heidi Holtan are inspired by the feisty nature of red squirrels and learn about woodpeckers.Send us a voice memo through Speak Pipe!
