We all eagerly await that first cool northern breeze of the fall. The long summer is always peak fun, but we are left totally drained by the relentless heat. Our sizzling skin yearns for cool relief as we drag our dehydrated, raisin-like bodies into the promise of a new season ahead. September rain is a blessing after a scorching August. It quenches the thirst of the trees and plants in the gardens. Deep roots have their much-needed drink, but steam fogs the brain and lenses.

By Naturalist Educator, Javier Gonzalez Another spring bird migration has come and gone, and as usual, birders have been left in tatters...