A great mound of plants, liberally frosted by winter’s nighttime chill, confirmed the presence of one. Tracks in the shoreline mud and snow confirmed the other. They could smell each other. A vague ...

Muskrats are common in many of the islands ponds and wetlands. At only two to four pounds they are much smaller than their cousin the beaver which can easily reach 50 pounds. If you see a mammal ...

When: Presented twice on Tuesday, March 4: noon-1 p.m. and again 2-3 p.m. The second program has been added to eliminate turning people away at the door. The program will be repeated 6-7 p.m. on ...

VENTURA — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is extending the muskrat trapping season on Ventura Marsh from Feb. 1 to April 1 to reduce the muskrat population and preserve the beneficial ...