KAXE Morning Show

During the week of Feb. 17, 2026, we enjoy reports of Great Horned Owls calling and critters snacking on sugary maple sap. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the Phenology Report for the week of Feb. 17, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on the Sharp-tailed Grouse mating season and pussywillows budding out.

During the week of Feb. 10, 2026, we enjoy reports of waddling skunks, warmer weather and hibernating woodchucks. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

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. 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.

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.

During the week of Jan. 20, 2026, we enjoy reports of fluorescent lichens, graupel snow, and more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.