With the cold temps this week, and the forecast showing warmer temps in the coming days, We are seeing all sorts of things in our winter birds.  We know that some people participated in the Great Backyard Bird Count this past weekend, and we of course hosted a Winter Bird Count here at the nature Read more »

You may have seen mysterious vein-like tendrils in the snow before, do you know what they are? Roots covered by snow? Perhaps a symbol left by aliens?  While some lumps are just snow-covered objects on the ground, these pathways are left by small mammals like mice and voles as they hunt for food in the Read more »

This Valentine’s Day, our staff has been reflecting on everything we love about working at Ney. From sauna sessions, to crafting with young learners, and even the little bit of snow we’ve gotten, there are plenty of things that fill our hearts with joy. Over the past couple of months, my personal favorite heartwarming moment Read more »

Right off the bat, you may be thinking, why would I ever put on a bathing suit when it’s below 30°F outside? To be fair, you’re right! It sounds a little chilly…  However, Minnesota’s sauna culture is rooted deeply in Finnish heritage, with sauna enthusiasts seeking warmth and community during colder and darker winter months. Read more »