Red Pine, Pinus resinosa, plantation in central Michigan, USA

Ripples catching sunlight on the surface of Mitchell Creek, Clay Cliffs Nature Area in Big Rapids, Michigan, USA

Dead (and dying) Purple Sea Urchin test (shell) at Tongue Point in Salt Creek Recreation Area along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Olympic Peninsula, Washington State, USA

Autumn leaves in Massachusetts

Ice formed along the shore of the harbor in Ferryland, Newfoundland, Canada

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Patterns of pancake ice on the nearshore saltwater off Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Canada

Intricate ice crystals growing on a window pane in winter in Michigan, USA

Surf below the cliffs at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, California, USA

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Closeup of spectacular ice formations of Eben Ice Caves, Rock River Canyon Wilderness, Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan, USA

Shadows of an oak tree on the snow in Mecosta County, Michigan, USA

Patterns of waves and sand in Petroleum Creek on Shi Shi Beach, Olympic National Park, Washington State, USA

So natural.

Intricate boxwork in Wind Cave, a cave formation found here more than anywhere else, Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota, USA

Hide-a-Snake

Snakes have wonderful colors and patterns that help them hide and survive. While it would be great to have access to many kinds of snakes at one time to demonstrate this concept, these painted snakes are far better than a PowerPoint, especially for small groups or in an outdoor setting. Find out more: earthlimitedblog.wordpress.com/2020/07/01/hide-a-snake/

Sunflower 3. Things that I saw at the Norfolk, VA Zoo. Photography by Donna Corless.

Patterns of ice on the Upper Harbor in February in Marquette, Michigan, USA