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Al Batt

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Increased plumage helps redpolls survive the winter

My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask. Read more

Old Man Winter goes to the movie theater

My neighbor Weasel went to the movie theater to see “Les Miserables.” He was disappointed. He expected the film was going to be about Minnesota winters. Read more

Christmas count is in; 45 bird species seen in A.L.

Column: Nature’s World, by Al Batt My neighbor Crandall stops by. “How are you doing?” I ask. “Everything is nearly a copacetic. I’ve been ice ... Read more

Some savory soup gets sublimely slurped

Column: Tales from Exit 22, by Al Batt I wrapped a large bow around the car parked outside our garage. It was a gift for ... Read more