How to’s and tips on ticks, the other arachnids. Permethrin vs. Deet. Tick genus and diseases. Science’s secret weapon against the tick – the Western Fence Lizard. Lifesong Wilderness Adventures
Wing of bat, eye of newt….
Wing of bat eye of newt so the incantation may go. What is safe to eat and what is not. A good thing to know in any situation, and vital when you are trying to survive. The Oregon Coast has much to offer on both counts. Take the Rough Skinned Newt for instance. I have […]
Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow Jackets – Oh My!
In Oregon along the coast we often have ground hornet nests near our home. I thought I would write about hornets today because our dog disturbed a ground nest of Yellow Jackets and was very confused when she came under attack. Wasps, Hornets, and Yellow Jackets Our Dogs behavior was very similar to a person’s […]
Tips on Ticks, Spotted Fever, and Lyme’s Disease
Tips on Ticks Tips on ticks. Spring on the Oregon coast is beautiful. But with it, unfortunately, come some insects that are potentially dangerous to animals and humans. First Circle Camp With the warmer temperatures and the promise of spring also come ticks. We have been pulling ticks from our person and as well as from our […]
The Simple Thrills of Nature
The simple thrills of nature caught me as I was sitting quietly in the early light of an August morning. I was on the bank of a lake deep in the wilds of southeast Alaska. The musical chatter of Otter at play caught my interest. Otter is one of my favorite animals. The Simple Thrills […]