Backyard Almanac

Larry Weber wraps up February and talks about what's ahead in the unpredictable month of March

Larry Weber talks about the recent snowfall, the wavering temps, and the actual end of winter

Larry runs the numbers after a big downfall of snow and sleet

Larry Weber follows a mole and keeps us up to date on the outdoor happenings this February

Larry Weber talks about the warmer - and longer - days of February

Larry Weber talks about the wild difference between how January started and how it's ending

Larry Weber talks about the cold snap and all the critters making their way through the frozen days

Larry Weber keeps up on the bird watching and continues to track animals in the snow

Larry Weber talks about the bird sightings in early January, plus signs of other critters prowling around

Larry Weber talks about the bird sightings in early January, plus signs of other critters prowling around

Larry Weber wraps up 2025 and highlights some outdoor events at the beginning of 2026

Larry Weber checks in one last time in 2025 to talk about the outdoors

Larry Weber settles into the spirit of the Christmas Bird Count and notes the other sights and sounds of the season

Larry Weber talks about the stretch of darkness in the Northland, the Christmas Bird Count, and much more this mid-December

Larry Weber talks about the abundance of snow, the dark days, and spotting animal tracks in the snow

Larry Weber talks about all the signs of the end of autumn

With most migrants well on their way, it's time to start spotting the birds that will be here in the Northland throughout the winter

Larry Weber talks about the cosmic outdoor happenings as well as other earthly sights in the night

Larry Weber talks about some late migrants, some last-minute leaves changing color, and the progression and presence of ice

Larry Weber talks about the bats and spiders to look out for on Halloween

Larry Weber talks about the recent rain, new migrants, beavers keeping busy, and the beginning of AutWin

Larry Weber talks about migration and all the leaves that are still hanging on

Larry Weber talks about migrating snakes, and spiders taking to the air

Larry Weber talks about the wonders of October and some of the lesser-known migrants

Larry Weber talks about autumn in its many varied present stages

As we near the Autumn Equinox, migration and fall colors start to escalate

Larry Weber shares his excitement about the progression of the natural world this September

Larry Weber talks about the continued migration and the changing leaf color that's already underway

Larry Weber talks about all the outdoor happenings in the late days of August

Larry Weber talks about bald eagle sightings, mushroom hunting, and an abundance of spider webs

Judy Gibbs talks about some of the highlights of August and the sure signs of a looming autumn

Larry Weber highlights some of the happenings in outer space before getting back to Awesome August on planet Earth

Larry Weber recaps July, talks about Awesome August, and gets excited about the prospect of mushrooms

Larry highlights precipitation, temperatures, and many of the bugs and birds of July

Larry talks about all the outdoor happenings including the various berries that are ripening on the vine

Larry Weber talks about some hot days of the past and what to expect in the days ahead

Larry Weber talks about the creatures of flight this month

Larry Weber talks about the emergence of frogs, turtles, and insect-eating plants

Larry Weber talks about the many signs that suggest the changing of the seasons

Larry Weber talks about the rise in insects and the beginning days of June

Larry Weber talks about the final outdoor days of May

Larry Weber talks about Warblers, trees, wildflowers, and the beginning of the rainy season

Larry Weber talks about an early greening and the hot first half of May

Larry Weber talks about the rather warm opening to the month of May

Larry Weber talks about the oddly average April, as well as what to expect as May begins

Larry Weber talks about more animals emerging in the Northland and the early signs of a greener landscape

Larry Weber talks about the temp, the sunshine, and a season in flux

Larry Weber talks about the spring migration and the onset of longer days

Larry Weber talks about the recent snowstorm and the uptick in migration

Larry Weber talks about the closing days of March

Larry Weber reflects on the first few hours of spring