Driftless Naturalist LLC

Driftless Naturalist LLC Connecting people to nature where they live, work and play!

Working as an environmental educator and interpretive naturalist for nearly 30 years, I am excited to be able to bring a variety of naturalist-based services into local communities. My areas of focus include Nature and Forest Therapy experiences, environmental education, natural and cultural history research and interpretation, and habitat restoration services.

At Spring Creek Prairie SNA near Red Wing today.
08/10/2026

At Spring Creek Prairie SNA near Red Wing today.

Saw this little beauty today while collecting seeds for MN DNR at Pin Oak Prairie SNA near Chatfield. I believe it's a S...
08/09/2026

Saw this little beauty today while collecting seeds for MN DNR at Pin Oak Prairie SNA near Chatfield. I believe it's a Silver Spotted Skipper butterfly.

Took a week off to sit in streams and talk to trees in the Pacific Northwest. I highly recommend it!
08/02/2026

Took a week off to sit in streams and talk to trees in the Pacific Northwest. I highly recommend it!

08/02/2026

A paper published in the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation looks at reasons why farmers are sometimes hesitant to adopt a soil-friendly practice like cover-cropping.

Highlights:

➡Researchers wanted to find out why, despite decades of well-documented data on the benefits of growing cover crops, they’re still planted on only about 4.7% of U.S. farmland. Eighty-six farmers from across the country representing a wide range of production systems were interviewed.
➡Across all regions and production systems, farmers emphasized the importance of minimizing risk. For many producers, protecting the farm’s financial stability comes first. Farmers can’t afford costly risks when they’re already operating on razor-thin margins. At the same time, many farmers already using practices like cover crops say these practices help make their farms more resilient by improving water management and buffering against future risks.
➡Another recurring theme was that many farmers feel misunderstood by the public. While society depends on farmers to produce safe, affordable food, several participants said they often feel blamed for environmental problems while receiving little recognition for the work they already do to improve soil, protect water, and care for their land.
➡The research suggests that efforts to expand conservation practice adoption are more likely to succeed when support reflects the realities farmers face. For some producers, that means localized research and on-farm demonstrations that reduce the risk of trying something new. Others may benefit most from better access to equipment, technical assistance, or financial incentives. Trusted relationships also matter. Neighbors, local Extension professionals and fellow producers often have more influence than recommendations from outside their communities.

This story and more in our bi-weekly roundup of news in the Land Line. Link in comments.

Universe on a log. Observed at Good Earth Village.
07/23/2026

Universe on a log. Observed at Good Earth Village.

07/11/2026

Is this a Halloween Pennant dragonfly? It was observed at Mound Prairie Scientific and Natural Area this afternoon.

Mesmerized by all the incredible patterns in nature!Photos from naturalist program I led at Good Earth Village 7 7 26.
07/08/2026

Mesmerized by all the incredible patterns in nature!

Photos from naturalist program I led at Good Earth Village 7 7 26.

Met this beautiful old mama oak tree at Good Earth Village yesterday.
07/08/2026

Met this beautiful old mama oak tree at Good Earth Village yesterday.

My companions this afternoon at Oronoco Prairie SNA.
06/29/2026

My companions this afternoon at Oronoco Prairie SNA.

Nice afternoon at Kellogg Weaver Dunes SNA for the first seed collecting event of the season! I'll be leading another on...
06/26/2026

Nice afternoon at Kellogg Weaver Dunes SNA for the first seed collecting event of the season! I'll be leading another one this Sunday from Noon to 4 pm at Oronoco Prairie SNA near Rochester.

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