. First things first: the Owl is not a birder. She can tell the difference between a cardinal and a robin, but get the thrushes and wrens going and we have a bit of a problem. But here’s the thing: birding in May is the most addictive thing since coming up with acronyms for Weston places and analyzing other towns’
Read moreToday is finally the day, Weston, after waiting almost two months of winter to get the first ‘real’ snowfall. My Nordic skis have spent an unhappy time in the trunk waiting to get out and schuss. And today, they were free at last–to explore Highland Town Forest, one of the three largest conservation properties in Weston. Am I allowed to
Read moreNolte Town Forest was the site of yesterday’s Weston Forest & Trail Association monthly walk. At 55ish acres, Nolte is oft-overlooked next to its big sisters at Jericho, Highland, and Ogilvie. It would be a mistake to write it off, however, as it is one of Weston’s estate-era historical sites as well as a lovely walk in the midst of
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