Tag Archives: turtles

Gopher Tortoise

Posted on May 4, 2020 by Tamra

An Endangered Species in Florida I’ve visited my in-laws on Sanibel Island so many times over the last twenty years, that it has become like a second home to me. Everywhere you go, there are yellow warning signs that say: … Continue reading →

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Searching For Something New

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Tamra

An April Vacation ~ Earth Day Challenge Those who have followed along on my wildlife adventures, might remember that I have a connection to Sanibel Island, in Florida.  My husband’s parents introduced me to it years ago and it has … Continue reading →

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Snapping Turtle Fight!

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Tamra

From Research To Written Word Snapping turtles. I’ve seen them sunning themselves on rocks . . . Had them lay eggs on my front lawn . . . I researched a lot and learned cool facts. Did you know snapping … Continue reading →

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Painted Turtles

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Tamra

Find a Turtle Far From A Lake? Let It Be! Painted turtles’ bright red and yellow markings make them fun to photograph, especially when you get reflection photos in the water. They’ll grow to 4 to 10 inches and have … Continue reading →

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The Heron on Little Wilson Pond

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Tamra

Feeling my relaxing summer days coming to an end, I ditched the housework and school prep in favor of a kayak paddle.  The sun was warm, the water calm.  I paddled slowly, taking in all the sights and sounds including … Continue reading →

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June’s Wildlife Sightings

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Tamra

June has been a very exciting month for wildlife watching! I couldn’t resist showing you some of the sightings over the past few weeks. I’m so in love with our new location. There’s so much to see, so many animals … Continue reading →

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Loggerhead Sea Turtle Release

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Tamra

Those who have followed along on my wildlife adventures, might remember that I have a connection to Sanibel Island.  My husband’s parents introduced me to it years ago and it has become a home away from home. It’s been a … Continue reading →

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Calendars, Notebooks, and Note Cards

Posted on November 22, 2015 by Tamra

I will be selling my wildlife calendars and notebooks through the Holiday Season for as long as supplies last. In the past, I’ve used them for hostess and teacher gifts.  I’ve given the notebooks to kids with Storycubes or a … Continue reading →

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Put My Kayak Away? Never!

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Tamra

Okay, maybe when that white fluffy stuff starts to fall . . . then I’ll put it away. But for now, I’m still finding warm, sunny days to paddle around to my heart’s content. There’s something soothing about being on … Continue reading →

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Painted Turtles

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Tamra

On one of my last kayaking trips, before the weather turned so chilly again, I happened upon a turtle haven.  Soooooo many turtles had ventured out of the lake to sun themselves on logs and muddy banks.   There had … Continue reading →

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