July, 2013 | Sitka Nature

July Sun

July 31, 2022July 30, 2013 by matt goff

Many years July is not very sunny. This year has been an exception with many nice sunny days and temperatures in the upper 60s and low 70s during the day.Â I haven’t been out hiking as much as I might like, but I have been getting some progress made on my yard with the help … Read more

Red-winged Blackbirds at Swan Lake

August 20, 2013July 28, 2013 by matt goff

Young Red-winged Blackbird and Interesting Moth

August 20, 2013July 24, 2013 by matt goff

I heard the young blackbirds were probably out of the nest, so I went down to Swan Lake and was able to get a picture of one before they flew out of range. This evening I noticed a moth flying out at the light that gave the impression of something different. It turned out to … Read more

Beach-side Observations

February 22, 2015July 22, 2013 by matt goff

Mostly photos from observations on or near the beach. Also a nice colorful sunset around 10pm this evening, and some moth collection photos.

Fallen Tree Smells of Licorice

August 20, 2013July 16, 2013 by matt goff

Last fall or early winter, a good-sized spruce near the trail fell over in Totem Park. It caught my attention today when I walked by and noticed the smell of licorice. I think it’s from the rotting wood, but I am not sure what exactly might be producing the smell. When I was investigating more … Read more

Raven Radio Show #32 – Ryan Carpenter

December 22, 2019July 14, 2013 by matt goff

Download Radio Show The 14 July show featured a conversation with Ryan Carpenter, a recent transplant to Sitka and avid birder. If you have questions or observations you want to share, please feel free to leave a comment here or on the page I’ve set up for that purpose.