Category Archives: Weather

Late Winter? Don’t Despair

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This has been one of those late winter years when Old Man Winter is reluctant to let go. Hard frosts, heavy snow, sleet, major windstorms, high rainfall – we’ve had it all. Under normal circumstances, we would now be enjoying … Continue reading

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Vegetation

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The vegetation in an area can give you some important information about rainfall, soil conditions, and prevailing winds. Plants are the basic food foundation on which other life forms depend. Resident and migratory animals, birds and insects cannot survive for … Continue reading

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Climate

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“Climate is what you expect, weather is what you get.” If you prefer well-defined seasons, strike Arizona off your list. If cold and snow really bother you, Minnesota and Alaska probably aren’t the best choices for you. Within those two … Continue reading

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